The Counseling Practicum and Internship Manual: A Resource for Graduate Counseling Students

by Shannon Hodges

For many counseling students, the first experience with a counseling practicum or internship can be daunting. With this manual, students in practicum and internship settings receive the orientation and guidance they need to successfully navigate field placement. In this book, author Shannon Hodges shares over 16 years of expertise in counseling and clinical training. He discusses everything students need to know to fully understand all aspects of the practicum/internship process. The book provides detailed guidelines to selecting and applying for an appropriate practicum/internship, performing responsibly on the job, maintaining ethical standards, and much more. The manual comprehensively covers practicum/internships in all settings, including rehabilitation, school, mental health, addictions, and marriage and family counseling. With this book, students will learn how

Genres: Counselling, Psychology, School, Textbooks

328 pages, Paperback

Published August 3, 2010

Reviews

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

Three stars is not because the book is bad, but more because it just is repetitive and a rehash of so much I already learned. It felt like Hodges was trying too hard to be relatable and I often found myself feeling talked down to.

[Georgia · Rating 2 out of 5]

Urgghhhh so dry I felt like it would blow away in a strong wind.

[Ashton E. · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little bit repetitive but gives some great examples of different important counseling documents which is helpful.

[Angel Kolle · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Little Bit of Everything.

This book is great for students in a practicum or internship. Topics include: Stress Management, Ethical and Liability Issues, Crafting a Resume, and choosing the right job.