IPS 3 Clinical Communication

Course Description

This is the second in a three-course sequence that supports students in their advanced practicum. Students build upon their clinical knowledge and skills acquired during the beginning practicum and second year IPS course sequence, plus the fall and winter quarters of IPS 3. This quarter of IPS 3 supports students in refining their ability to communicate orally and in written form with other professional audiences regarding their clinical work. Students will develop their ability to articulate and defend their clinical decision-making processes, including assessment, diagnosis, case conceptualization, and treatment planning, integrating appropriate clinical language while remaining sensitive to issues of diversity and context. In class, students are required to demonstrate assessment and integration of clinical data in their clinical work with clients. Students write clinical reports and make formal case presentations in preparation for their Clinical Proficiency Exam. To receive credit, students must meet the terms of the placement contract, carry the stipulated caseload, and receive a satisfactory evaluation from their clinical supervisor.

Code

PSD 7237

Credits

2.67

Subject

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Programs That Include This Course

• Doctoral Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (California)