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Publication Date: 2005
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Clinical Geropsychology Training in Generalist Doctoral Programs
DeVries, Helen McKean
Gerontology & Geriatrics Education, v25 n4 p5-20 2005
While a relatively small number of clinical psychology graduate programs offer specialized tracks in clinical geropsychology, the need for psychologists trained to work with older adults is increasing. This paper presents a model of training that could be adopted by generalist training programs to better prepare their students to work with older adults without creating a specialty program in geropsychology. The model identifies key domains of knowledge that should be covered, emphasizes service learning as a key element of training, provides a list of resources for faculty desiring to develop a geropsychology course, and suggests ways to overcome barriers that may prevent the implementation of the model.
Descriptors: Psychologists, Doctoral Programs, Service Learning, Older Adults, Clinical Psychology, Models, Training Methods, Educational Resources, Courses, Graduate Study, Barriers, Curriculum Implementation, Curriculum Design, Allied Health Occupations Education, Gerontology, Geriatrics, Aging (Individuals), Aging Education
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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