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Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology: 2000/2001 Edition
Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology 2000/2001 Edition Author:Tracy J. Mayne, John G. Norcross, Michael A. Sayette This perennial bestseller, now in its 6th edition, is the resource that students count on for the most current information on applying to doctoral programs in clinical or counseling psychology. Based on the authors' ongoing research, the Insider's Guide presents up-to-date facts on more than 250 accredited programs in the United States an... more »d Canada. Each program's in-depth profile includes admissions criteria, acceptance rates, research areas, specialty clinics, and more. The book also shows applicants how to determine which programs best meet their needs; obtain prerequisite credits, clinical experience, and research skills; master personal and telephone interviews; and prepare strong application materials. Special features include sample letters and personal statements, an application timeline, and worksheets to aid in selecting schools and making informed final decisions.
New in the 2000/2001 edition are updated appendices on research areas and clinical opportunities; new information on each program's acceptance rates into APA-accredited internships; profiles of four newly accredited programs; the web address of each school's clinical and/or counseling psychology program; and more than 50 additional websites dealing with a wide variety of topics/m-/from the GREs to financial aid. The techniques outlined in the book enable students to match their skills and interests to a program's strengths and resources, access available web resources to gather information and download application materials, and communicate effectively with contacts at the programs of their choice.« less