SPS follows all CAPIC and BAPIC deadlines and procedures. We take submissions of completed applications starting in February and up through the official deadline(s).

Application

An application must include:

  1. A letter of intent (cover letter). We would like applicants’ letters of intent to introduce themselves, to detail what they hope to gain from participating in our Training Program, outlining their interest in the site and reasons why it would be a positive match. (CAPIC interns should also indicate whether they are interested in a one or two-year program, as well as whether they are interested in the 24/hour/week and 12 month option, or the 20/hour/week and 10 month option.)
  2. For MA and BAPIC: SPS Application.     For CAPIC:  Uniform Application
  3. Three letters of recommendation.(Applicants from MA programs only may instead list three references, their connection to you, and their contact information.) 
  4. Your Curriculum Vitae.
Email completed applications to:

Dr. Bert Epstein, PsyD

Training Director,

Student Psychological Services
SRJC

bepstein@santarosa.edu

CAPIC materials should be sent via the CAPIC registration process.

All applicants will be notified of received applications, and informed about the procedure ensuing. Applicants are notified as per the CAPIC/BAPIC process if they will not be considered. Applications are reviewed and interviews are begun as soon as is possible and conducted remotely. Interviews consist of the applicant highlighting experience, strengths and limitations, desires and goals for participation in SPS, a role play, brief case presentation, and discussion of the requirements of the program and any questions remaining. Notifications are made per the CAPIC/BAPIC procedures and notification days.

MA-level applicants may apply after their site fair.

Prior to starting the placement, applicants need to have a background check.

 

Current Deadline Information for Academic Year 2024 - 2025

We begin accepting applications in February, and encourage early submission.

For CAPIC Pre-Doctoral Internships & MA (masters level) Traineeships:

  • Applications are due by February 27, 2024

For BAPIC Practicum Placements:

  • Applications are due by February 23, 20244

Interviews will take place in March. 

Uniform Matching and Notification:
  • MA/MFT/PCC: March, 2024
  • CAPIC: April 5, 2024
  • BAPIC: April 19, 2024

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