Students are encouraged to do their practicum over a full year rather than just one semester. This allows the student an opportunity to participate in activities that occur only at certain times of the year. Practicums in school settings may extend prior and after the traditional university semester. All of the following must be met prior to enrollment in counseling practicum. Students must be fully admitted to the UAA Counseling and Guidance program.
Admission requires the approval of the student s advisory committee.
Students must complete Counseling Theories, Counseling Skills, and Group Counseling prior to enrollment in practicum. Transfer Students . Students who transfer from other programs must complete at least nine semester hours through the UAA Counseling and Guidance Program and receive program approval prior to enrolling in the UAA counseling practicum. Department Approval . Prior to admitting a student into this final stage of counseling preparation, the faculty committee will evaluate the student s performance in the counselor education program.