Domestic and International Field Study: Internship

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to expose students to the mental health and social justice concerns that impact the host community and culture. Students will have an immersion based experience in the local community through readings, lectures, experiential activities, and exposure to local practice and customs. Students will explore issues related to systemic challenges and/or crises within the community, and may provide culturally appropriate service projects. Students will learn from their field guides and discuss relevant mental health trends. Students will engage in supervised direct-client contact experiences within the local community.