What is the pre-doctoral internship that is required for the Psy.D. degree?
The current model of doctoral-level training in Clinical Psychology requires that students complete a 12 month, full time (or its equivalent) internship placement prior to obtaining their degree. Typically, students obtain these internship placements through a matching process that is organized by the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC; see their website at www.appic.org for more information about internships). It is important to know that this requirement often involves a temporary move to another city or state. Internships, as well as further post-doctoral supervision, are required for licensing as a Clinical Psychologist in every state. IPS students are encouraged to apply to, and have been accepted at, internships accredited by the American Psychological Association.
