How do the three practicums differ?
The practicums differ regarding whether the work is with individuals or groups and whether the work is conducted in a clinic or a school. The initial practicum, HBSK 5373, provides an introduction to assessment and intervention methods, including administration of an assessment battery, instructional techniques, clinical procedures, and the process of preparing documentation. Students begin work with a participant at CEPS. The second practicum, HBSK 5376, is at an intermediate level in which students work at CEPS with a participant of a different age, skill level and/ or linguistic proficiency. At the advanced level, HBSK 5377, students work with a group rather than individual. This experience may be obtained in a school rather than CEPS. Students who are teaching in schools with a State-approved curriculum can work with students with literacy difficulties in their own schools, with the permission of the principal and parent/guardian. Other students can request assignment to schools wi
