PDFWAC 246-924-049

Practicum.

Applied experience: The doctoral degree program required in WAC 246-924-046 must include a practicum of at least two semesters or three quarters and at least 300 hours of direct experience, 100 hours of which must be in supervision. Supervision must include the following:
(1) Discussion of services provided by the student;
(2) Selection of service plan for and review of each case or work unit of the student;
(3) Discussion of and instruction in theoretical concepts underlying the work;
(4) Discussion of the management of professional practice and other administrative or business issues;
(5) Evaluation of the supervisory process by the student and the supervisor;
(6) Discussion of coordination of services among the professionals involved in the particular cases or work units;
(7) Discussion of relevant state laws and rules;
(8) Discussion of ethical principles including principles applicable to the work;
(9) Review of standards for providers of psychological services; and
(10) Discussion of reading materials relevant to cases, ethical issues and the supervisory process.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.83.50 [18.83.050]. WSR 07-24-093, § 246-924-049, filed 12/5/07, effective 9/1/09.]