In these experiences students receive training in assessment, treatment planning, intervention, and interaction with other professionals. The culmination of the training experience for doctoral students is a one-year, predoctoral internship. Yes, a one-year internship is required of doctoral students. The student, not the graduate program, must apply to and be accepted into an internship which is approved by the program. This is a full-time experience, and applicants should understand that it is not possible to hold other employment while completing an internship.
Internships usually provide a modest stipend to support the student during the training year.
Whereas internships are occasionally available near BYU, a student should understand that internships draw from a national pool and that nationally most persons doing internships move to another city to complete them. The internship is usually begun after the student has completed all course work and received approval for a dissertation project. The program is designed for full-time students. Although we strive to meet special needs, persons whose circumstances do not allow them to attend school during the day and be actively involved in research activities and practicum placements would not be able to complete the program. The doctoral program is designed as a post-bachelors program, requiring a minimum of 128 credit hours.