What kind of opportunities for training do your students need?:
It is expected that the student will experience some of the 12-Core Functions of a Counselor: Screening; Intake; Orientation; Assessment; Counseling; Treatment Planning; Referral; Report & Record Keeping; Consultation with Professionals; Crisis Intervention; Case Management; Client Education.
Are there any specific times of year that your students need internships?:
Students can begin their Practicums the first of February each year. They need to complete 300 hours at their site
Do your students have other timing requirements, such as particular hours in the day?:
Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 pm. Supervision classes are held either Thursday evening or Saturday mornings once every 3 weeks.
What are the supervision requirements?:
Students are expected to receive one hour of supervision (either individual or group) for every 10 hours they are onsite. The supervisor is not required to hold any particular credential. Accepted are: LICSW; LADC, CADC, LMHC, and others.
Are there any other specific requirements?:
Students in recovery are expected to be approximately 2 years in recovery. There is no requirement for a degree. High School is the minimum requirement
