Clinical Training Program
Practicum Training Overview
The Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) office of Kennesaw State University
(KSU) offers training experiences for masters and doctoral students in counseling,
social work, and psychology. CPS utilizes an integrated, multidisciplinary model in
the delivery of mental health services to KSU students. CPS provides training that
values both individual differences and cultural diversity in the community. The training
year may involve provision of services on the Kennesaw campus or Marietta campus,
or both. Our training program is service-oriented and tailored to provide a broad
range of training opportunities with particular consideration to the uniqueness of
each discipline. CPS typically hosts a cohort of seven to nine trainees across the
various disciplines. Trainees typically begin their training together in the fall
semester. Trainees provide 20 to 24 hours per week of services depending on program
requirements. Trainees receive at least one hour of supervision from their primary
supervisors each week, weekly group supervision, and additional supervision from secondary
task supervisors (e.g., when facilitating a counseling group). Our training program
prepares mental health professionals for general clinical outpatient practice and
outreach.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates for the CPS Practicum Training Program must be actively pursuing one of the following degrees in an accredited academic program:
- Ph.D./Psy.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology
- M.A./M.S./M.Ed./Ed.S. in Counseling,Clinical Psychology, or Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
- M.A. in Mental Health Counseling
- Master of Social Work (MSW)
Application Process for the 23-24 Academic Year:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to counseling@kennesaw.edu:
- Cover Letter (detailing interest in training at a university counseling center)
- Curriculum vitae/resume and
- Transcript (can be unofficial)
Materials are typically submitted between December and February prior to the academic year of interest. Once materials are reviewed, applicants may be contacted to schedule an onsite or telephone interview with CPS Staff. Interviews will last an hour and are required for placement in the CPS Practicum Training Program. Interviews are typically scheduled for Fridays beginning around February 1st, and final decisions will be communicated to applicants as soon as possible by phone or email, usually by the end of March. We do our best to inform all students of our process and their status throughout the selection period.
