2016-2017 trainees with Training Director, Jay Manalo, and Master's Training Coordinator,
Arika Morrison
CAPS offers university counseling center training positions at both the master's and
doctoral level. In addition to becoming strong mental health generalists in the provision
of individual counseling services, trainees have the opportunity to participate in
group counseling, inter-disciplinary collaboration, outreach, consultation, campus
programs and related projects within the university community.
About CAPS
Counseling and Psychological Services operates within the Division of Student Affairs
and reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Health and Wellness. Counseling and
Psychological Services is accredited by the International Association of Counseling
Services (IACS) and is a member of the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and
Internship Centers (APPIC), the Association of Counseling Center Training Agencies
(ACCTA), and the Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH).
CAPS Training Program Mission
The mission of the training program is to promote the development of clinical skills
and professional identity for the next generation of mental health professionals.
This mission is accomplished through the provision of didactic training, clinical
supervision, and direct practice experiences within an interdisciplinary, supportive,
and collaborative team environment.
APA Accreditation Status
We are pleased to announce that our doctoral internship in health service psychology
is Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association
(APA) with a date of initial accreditation as September 27, 2016. Our next accreditation
site visit will occur in 2023.
Questions related to the program's accredited status should be directed to the Commission
on Accreditation:
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
American Psychological Association
750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 336-5979
Email: apaaccred@apa.org
Web: http://www.apa.org/ed/accreditation
Our doctoral psychology internship program is also a member of the Association of
Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC member number 2132).
- APPIC Application Deadline: Friday November 10, 2017 11:59 PM EST
- APPIC Internship Matching Program Code Number: 213211
- Open House (optional): late January 2018 (final date TBD)
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is offering three positions for the 2018-2019
year (August 1st, 2018 – July 31st, 2019). Our 2000-hour internship program includes
opportunities for individual and group counseling, initial consultations and intakes,
crisis intervention, outreach & consultation services, psychological assessment, and
supervision of masters-level mental health trainees.
Application Process
The application is completed via the AAPI online and the APPIC Match process. We
use the standard AAPI online and do not require any additional supporting materials
beyond the standard AAPI. Applicants should include as part of their AAPI 3 references,
at least one of whom must have served as a clinical supervisor or directly observed
some of the applicant's clinical work. This internship site agrees to abide by the
APPIC policy that no person at this training facility will solicit, accept, or use
any ranking-related information from any intern applicant. Please visit the APPIC website for more information.
For More Information
For additional detailed information, please refer to the 2017 - 2018 Psychology Internship Brochure(updated 2018 - 2019 brochure will be posted late summer 2017).
Video
To learn more about CAPS and our training program, please view our video below or
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Along with the variety of services offered to all students at Western Carolina University,
Counseling and Psychological Services serves as a graduate fieldwork placement / training
site for graduate programs in counseling, clinical psychology, social work and related
programs. Students typically apply during the spring for the upcoming academic year
commitment. WCU has served as a masters-level training site for over 25 years and
has a strong commitment for effective clinical supervision, training and professional
development. Please review the flyer and application form for further information
or contact the Training Director or Master's Training Coordinator.
Application deadline for master's level training program: Monday March 13, 2017 5:00
PM EST
Reference writers must complete the below WCU CAPS reference form (not a standard
letter of recommendation)
2017-18 Master's level practicum and internship positions flyer
2017-18 Master's level practicum and internship application form
2017-18 Master's level practicum and internship reference form
(2018 - 2019 application materials and information will be posted early spring 2018)
2016-2017 TraineeS
2016-2017 doctoral and master's trainees with Training Director, Jay Manalo, and Master's
Training Coordinator, Arika Morrison
2015-2016 Trainee Cohort
2015-2016 doctoral and master's trainees with Training Director, Jay Manalo
2014-2015 Trainee Cohort
2014-2015 doctoral and master's trainees with Training Director, Jay Manalo
