Psychology 134A/134D, 134B/134E and 134C

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Psychology 134A/134D, 134B/134E and 134C are lecture/discussion courses in which students must enroll concurrently with the internship. The course has been specifically designed to provide the student with the experience of being in a child care setting. The class focuses on concepts, issues, and research in applied developmental psychology relating to the ongoing field experiences of the students.

For the internship portion, students are required to complete 86 hours per quarter (8 hours per week for weeks 1 -10, and an additional 6 hours during finals week) in which they will be placed in a child care site within the community. By participating first hand in child care centers throughout the community, students gain a better understanding of the knowledge they learn inside the classroom.

Please Note: Psychology 134A/134D, 134B/134E and 134C are to be taken in consecutive quarters. The lecture/discussion portion of the course is 3 hours per week, taken on a 4 unit, letter grading basis, while the internship component is 8 hours per week (15 hours per week during summer sessions), taken on a 2 unit, P/NP grading basis. Psychology 134A is to be taken concurrently with Psychology 134D and Psychology 134B is to be taken concurrently with Psychology 134E. Psych 134C is continuing fieldwork combined with a lecture and is offered for 4 units on a P/NP grading basis.

Internship Placements

As an intern, students are placed at a pre-approved site and paired with an experienced teacher. Their supervising teacher serves as their guide and mentor throughout the two quarters. Placements are determined by student preference and availability. Since the fall 1997, all of our approved ADP internship sites are accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs.

ADP Internship Application Process

The application process consists of a written application, essay, and an interview. Please include a Degree Progress Report (or unofficial transcript) and at least one academic or employment-related letter of recommendation. The panel of interviewers will review the applications and selected students will be called back for an interview. Interview selections are based on application essay, GPA, class standing, prior courses taken, and prior experience working with children. Applications should be submitted to 1531 Franz Hall by 5pm on the specified due date. Completed application packets (application form, essay, DPR, letter of recommendation) will be given priority review.

Due dates for the 2008-2009 Academic Year:

Session:	Due Date:
Fall/ Winter / Spring 2008-09	May 16, 2008

 

Orientation

Attendance at the scheduled orientation session is mandatory for enrollment in the Psychology 134A/134D, Psychology 134B/134E and Psychology 134C internship. Specific time/venue will be given in interviews and posted prior to each respective due date. Information will be announced to selected participants prior to the corresponding quarter.

Psychology 134C (Advanced ADP Fieldwork)

Psych 134C is continuing fieldwork combined with a lecture designed to provide advanced application of theories and research findings learned in the program. For section 134C, students are required to attend a one hour per week seminar and complete 86 hours of internship per quarter (and an additional 6 hours during finals week).

 

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