SAT 600 - Practicum/ Internship 1 (Art Therapy)

3 Credit(s)

The first of two semesters of supervision seminars focusing on the integration of theory and practice. While in practicum students participate in group review of their field observations, their interactions with agency staff and clients, their comprehension of the population served, and the services provided by the agency. During internship students assume direct responsibility for working with clients and review case material, reflecting on: assessment, art-based treatment planning, and on-going analysis of their own development as practitioners. Legal, ethical, diversity, assessment, and site-specific issues are addressed. Progress notes, charting, oral and written presentations of case material, and responsive art-making are included. Fee. Pass/Fail only. Taken while students complete 100 hours of practicum, followed by 250 hours of internship.

Prerequisite(s): SAT 525, SAT 545, SAT 555, SAT 565, SAT 570, SPY 510, SPY 525, and SPY 915.