Internship – PSYC 499
CG • Section 16WK • 11/10/2019 to 04/18/2020 • Modified 02/01/2024
Course Description
The student will enhance their knowledge of psychology through experience-based learning opportunities. This course will prepare the student to transition to a human services career.
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
Rationale
The course provides direct experience in helping persons with special needs; enhances awareness of the responsibilities and skills needed for professional employment in the psychological services; and requires a synthesis of human development in spiritual, social, emotional, and cognitive behavior patterns. An understanding of the behavior and learning potential of clients who are different in some way can be an effective tool for intrapersonal and interpersonal Christian growth.
Course Assignment
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Internship Log Assignment (2)
The student will maintain a running log of his or her internship hours and observations, which will be submitted twice during the internship.
Quiz: Student Internship Application Upload
The student will submit a copy of his or her approved Student Internship Application to inform the instructor of the intended site.
Discussion: Professional Introduction
The student will submit a 250-word thread demonstrating course-related knowledge in each forum. In addition to the thread, the student will reply to the threads of at least 2 other students. Each reply must be 150 words.
Introductory Email Assignment
The student will introduce his/her supervisor to the instructor by sending one email to both the supervisor and instructor that professionally introduces one to the other. This email must include contact information for both parties. The student will then submit a copy of the email in Canvas.
Case Study Assignment (2)
With site approval, the student will choose a case, circumstance, or situation at his or her site. If an appropriate case cannot be obtained, a historical or fictional character will be acceptable. This 3-4 page paper must be in current APA format.
Training Opportunities Assignment
The student will create a list of relevant training opportunities that exist within the community, organization or online. The list will focus on a specific training need, will consist of at least 5-10 training opportunities, and will be presented in a professional format.
Community Resources Assignment
The student will create a list of relevant resources that exist within the community, organization or online. The list must contain a minimum of 10 resources and must be presented in a professional manner.
Quiz: Supervisor Evaluation Assignment
The student will submit 3 evaluations completed by the site supervisor. After the supervisor has completed and discussed the evaluation, the student will submit a copy of the evaluation to Canvas.
Plan for Growth Essay Assignment
The student will write a 200-400 word essay that outlines his/her plan for growth midway through the internship experience, and after receiving the first supervisor evaluation.
Letter to Supervisor Assignment
The student will construct a letter of appreciation to his or her site supervisor.
Resume Assignment (2)
The student will complete a Resume Draft and Final Resume after receiving feedback.
Reference Letter Assignment
The student will write a personal reference letter evaluating his or her performance.
Quiz: Developing a Professional Resume
The student will complete a quiz after viewing a Resume Presentation from a Career Center representative.
