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Qualifications For The Practicum

Doctoral candidates in APA-approved clinical or counseling psychology graduate programs, who are at least in their second year of graduate school may apply for a practicum. Facility with verbal and written expression, as well as an excellent academic record is essential. At least one year prior clinical work in both therapy and assessment, an interest in psychodynamically informed treatment, commitment to work in the public sector, and experience with persons with severe and persistent mental illness are strongly recommended. People from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

How to apply for the Traineeship

We invite you to apply by clicking on the link (above right).

Please note clearly on your application the setting to which you are applying. We do not accept hard copy or paper applications for training.

Applications will start to be accepted on December 1, 2011. The final deadline for all applications is January 3, 2012.

We begin to notify applicants we intend to interview in January and early February, and interviews are typically held from late-January through mid-February. We do not accept applicants we do not interview. Applicants who interview with us meet with training directors and core faculty. Current trainees may also be available to discuss their training experiences.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of the application process by the second week of March.

If you have any questions about the training programs, or the application process, please call the Psychology Training Coordinator at 617-665-1183.

Thank you for your interest in Cambridge Health Alliance.