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How to Strengthen your Counselling or Clinical Psychology Grad School Application
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This weeks episode is a deep dive into how you can strengthen your graduate-school application to counselling or clinical psychology graduate programs.
Amie is back to discuss the intricacies of applying to graduate school, focusing on writing applications, crafting personal statements, and preparing for interviews. Dan and Amie share practical tips on overcoming initial writing hurdles, generating ideas, and the importance of reflection on personal motivations. The discussion also covers how to effectively communicate research interests, the significance of letters of recommendation, and strategies for engaging with potential supervisors. Throughout, they emphasize the balance between personal and professional experiences, the need for preparation, and the importance of enthusiasm during interviews.
Useful Resources:
Insider's Guide to Graduate Programs in Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Canadian Accredited Programs
American Accredited Programs
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1. Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:00)
2. Challenges in Writing Personal Statements (00:03:40)
3. Tips for Starting the Writing Process (00:08:00)
4. The Role of Reflection and Idea Cataloging (00:14:30)
5. Specificity vs. Flexibility in Applications (00:19:10)
6. Addressing Research Interests and Experience (00:23:45)
7. How to Address Weaknesses or Gaps in Applications (00:29:10)
8. Reaching Out to Potential Supervisors (00:34:20)
9. The Importance of CV Preparation (00:40:00)
10. Closing Tips and Final Thoughts (00:45:15)
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