Program Requirements

Ideal candidates for the language and culture training program fit the following criteria:

1. Current students or professionals in psychology and related fields, including:

• Advanced undergraduate students in psychology or related fields who plan to enter graduate study or work in the field of mental health.

• Current graduate students in psychology (clinical, school or counseling psychology programs at masters or doctoral level) or related fields (social work or psychiatry).

• Working professionals (psychologists, LCSWs or LPCs) already in the field who are looking to advance their linguistic and cultural competencies for clinical practice.

2. Demonstrate an interest in and/or experience working with the Spanish-speaking Latinx/e community

3. Have intermediate to advanced Spanish language skills.

• If you’re not sure about your oral language skills in Spanish, review pages 6-8 of the ACTFL guidelines. If you fit into one of these levels, you probably have the appropriate language skills!

• If you are unsure of your level of Spanish, feel free to contact us for help with a classification.

How to Apply

You can complete the Google Forms Application by clicking on the link below. Note that you will be asked to upload a brief response to a prompt in Spanish and that you will also be asked to submit your CV through this form. To be considered for the 2024 program, your application must be complete by Jan. 31st, 2024.