LAC 46:LXIII.3402. Program RequirementsSupervised Practica Prior to Internship

A. The school psychology program should include supervised practica prior to internship that includes the following: 1. completion of practica, for academic credit that are distinct from, precede, and prepare students for the school psychology internship; 2. specific, required activities and systematic evaluation of skills that are consistent with goals of the program; 3. emphasize human diversity, and are completed in settings relevant to program objectives for development of practice competencies; 4. direct oversight by the program to ensure appropriateness of the placement, activities, supervision, and collaboration with the placement sites and practicum supervisors; and 5. close supervision of students by program faculty and qualified practicum supervisors, including appropriate performance-based evaluation, to ensure that students are developing professional work characteristics and designated competencies.