Aliento Handbook - LMFT/LPCC 2023-2024 - Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Latinx Emphasis Program

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Aliento Handbook LMFT/LPCC 2023-2024 outlines the MACLP Latinx Emphasis Program at Pepperdine, including hybrid cohort structure and program administration. It details general requirements for licensure, curriculum components totaling 60-72 units, program levels, time-to-complete, enrollment and leave policies, grading standards, transfer and waiving procedures, and MAP-to-Aliento transfer considerations. The handbook covers assessment and clinical training expectations, practicum and bilingual practicum pathways (PSY 661-663), documentation workflows, required hours and supervision, licensing boards and professional associations, and career development resources.

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Pages109

Reading Time4 h 35 min

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INTRODUCTION

The MACLP, Latinx Emphasis Program at Pepperdine

Hybrid Cohort-based Model

Program Administration

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE

Degree Program Certification and Related Records

Program Curriculum and Required Courses

Academic Policies and Transfer Rules

THE ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS

Evaluation of Students’ Readiness to Become Therapists

CLINICAL TRAINING EXPERIENCE

Licensed Roles and Scope of Practice

Board and Professional Associations

CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE

Pre-Practicum Resources and Tevera Workflow

PSY 661-663 Practicum Preparation and Bilingual Practicum

REQUIREMENTS FOR PRACTICUM COURSE CREDIT

Hours, Supervision, and Credit Approval Rules

Aliento Handbook LMFT/LPCC 2023-2024 Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology With an Emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy with LatinxCommunities MACLP Degree Evening Format Program Miguel E. Gallardo, PsyD Program Director, MACLP Aliento Program - Evening Format Latinx Communities # emphasis Irvine Graduate Campus Irvine Graduate Campus Liliana Vasquez Program Administrator, MACLP Aliento Program - Evening Format Latinx Communities emphasis Irvine Graduate Campus Irvine Graduate Campus Lindsey Peters, MA LMFT Clinical Training and Professional Development CoordinatorIrvine Graduate Campus Irvine Graduate Campus Back to the Table of Contents # TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION The MACLP, Latinx Emphasis Program at Pepperdine Hybrid Cohort-based Model Program Administration ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Program Director Program Administrator CTPD Staff Degree Program Certification Transcripts GSEP Specific and University Wide Resources Where Do Program Requirements Originate MACLP Latinx Emphasis Program Accreditation Status Legal Notification Syllabus statements # GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE Deviation from Policy Statutes and Regulations Questions about this Document: Resources LMFT/LPCC LATINX EMPHASIS HANDBOOK Aliento Program Curriculum, 60-72 Units Program Levels Length of Time to Complete the Program Continuous Enrollment and Leave of Absence Grade Point Average Incomplete (I) and In Progress (IP) Academic/Grading Standards Previous Coursework Waiving a Course Transferring a Course Semester vs. Quarter Units Transfer Limits Need Additional Units for the Degree? Prerequisite and Course Scheduling The MACLP, Latinx Communities Emphasis Curriculum: Required Courses Community-based Learning Projects Immersion Experiential Trip Back to the Table of Contents The Master of Arts in Psychology (MAP Degree) and the MFT License MACLP Degree Needed for the LMFT and LPCC License MAP Student Transfers to the Aliento Program # THE ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS MAP Transfer Students DO take PSY 675 CONTINUATION IN THE PROGRAM Interpersonal Competencies GSEP Faculty Panel # EVALUATION OF STUDENTS’ READINESS TO BECOME THERAPISTS PERSONAL THERAPY: SHOULD YOU BECOME A CLIENT? # CLINICAL TRAINING EXPERIENCE Questions About Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFTs) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs) What Do LMFTs Do? What Do LPCCs Do? Can LMFTs and LPCCs Conduct Psychological Testing? Are LMFTs or LPCC’s Psychologists? Becoming Licensed in Other States # LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL BOARDS AND ASSOCIATIONS Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) The California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) The California Association of Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (CALPCC) National Latinx Psychological Association (NLPA) California Latinx Psychological Association (CLPA) # Career and Professional Issues LICENSING JOURNEY: TRAINEE TO ASSOCIATE TO LICENSED The Master Checklist for MFT Licensure from CAMFT MFT/PCC Trainee, MFT/PCC Associate, Licensed MFT & PCC “MFT Trainee”& “PCC Trainee” No Private Practice for Trainees? “MFT and PCC Associate” “Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist” (LMFT) or “Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AND RESOURCES FOR PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS Back to the Table of Contents # CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE What is Clinical Practicum? What is PSY 661 - Preparation for practicum? Pre-Practicum Resources Tevera Mod 1: Prep for Practicum Action Plan: Important Steps to Prepare for Clinical Practicum STEP 1: Review the Action Plan Assignment in Tevera/Complete Action Items STEP 2: Resume & Cover Letter STEP 3: Research Practicum Sites STEP 4: Identify your Top 5-10 sites and Apply, Apply, Apply STEP 5: Arrange for

FAQs

What are the general requirements for licensure in the MACLP Latinx Emphasis Program?

The handbook describes licensing-related policies including deviation from policy, governing statutes and regulations, program certification, transcripts, and the source of program requirements, along with syllabus statements and accreditation status.

How does the handbook handle transfers into and within the Aliento program?

It specifies what MAP transfer students must take (including PSY 675), addresses MAP student transfers into the Aliento program, and details transfer limits, waiving a course, transferring a course, and how prior coursework applies.

What steps are required to prepare for clinical practicum using Tevera?

The handbook provides an action plan with steps such as reviewing the Tevera assignment, preparing resume and cover letter, researching and applying to practicum sites, arranging interviews, uploading required certificates to Tevera, and preparing paperwork for PSY 662/PSY 663.

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