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Lecture 09 Professional Development and Supervision

The document outlines the significance of professional development and supervision in clinical psychology, emphasizing the importance of ongoing training and support for licensed clinical psychologists (LCPs). It details the career progression for clinical psychologists, from graduate intern to clinical director, and the steps required for licensure and certification. Supervision is highlighted as essential for ensuring quality client care and fostering professional growth among clinicians.

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Lecture 09 Professional Development and Supervision

The document outlines the significance of professional development and supervision in clinical psychology, emphasizing the importance of ongoing training and support for licensed clinical psychologists (LCPs). It details the career progression for clinical psychologists, from graduate intern to clinical director, and the steps required for licensure and certification. Supervision is highlighted as essential for ensuring quality client care and fostering professional growth among clinicians.

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 Professional

Development and
Supervision in
Clinical Setting
Contents

 Professional Development and


Supervision
 Importance of supervision and
consultation in clinical practice
 Creating a professional
development plan
Exploring pathways to licensure
and certification
Professional Development

Professional development (PD) is a


broad, albeit vaguely defined,
construct that underlies psychologists'
education and training and is intrinsic
to professional functioning, or
professionalism, throughout
psychologists' careers.
Continuing Professional Development
(CPD) has the dual purpose of helping
psychologists to maintain and enhance
their professional skills whilst also
maintaining public confidence in the
LCP

LCP: Licensed Clinical Psychologist –


An LCP is someone who holds a PhD in
clinical psychology or a PsyD (a
doctorate in clinical psychology),
degrees which are the highest levels of
academic and clinical training.
LCPs often provide therapy for,
diagnosis/evaluation/and treatment of
mental illness.
Supervision
Clinical supervision is a formal process of
professional support, reflection and learning
that contributes to individual development.
Clinical Supervision is a structured process of
supporting, educating, and evaluating a
mental health professional's work by an
appropriately trained and qualified
supervisor.
Importance of supervision and
consultation in clinical practice

Supervision and consultation with


other counselors gives professionals a
platform to share their own
experiences, ideas and challenges in
an environment that is supportive and
that lends to growth, which in-turn
benefits patients as well.
he primary reasons for clinical
supervision are to ensure (1) quality
client care, and (2) clinical staff
continue professional development in a
systematic and planned manner
Creating a professional development
plan

Clinical Psychologist Career Progression


•Graduate Intern: Students still pursuing their doctoral degree
often work as interns, where they gain supervised experience in a
clinical setting.
•Postdoctoral Fellow: After earning their degree, psychologists
may complete a fellowship for further specialized training.
•Licensed Clinical Psychologist: After licensure, psychologists
can practice independently and provide a range of psychological
services.
•Senior Clinical Psychologist: With years of experience,
psychologists might supervise other clinicians, oversee programs,
or lead clinical teams.
•Clinical Director or Executive Director: At the highest levels,
psychologists may oversee all clinical operations at a practice,
hospital, or agency.
Exploring pathways to licensure and
certification

•Obtain a doctoral degree in


psychology.
•Accrue supervised hours — ranging
from 1,500 to 6,000 hours, depending
on the state.
•Pass the Examination for Professional
Practice in Psychology (EPPP).
•Pass a jurisprudence exam, if
applicable.
•Receive approval by a state licensing
board that requirements have been
Thank You

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