About the Master's practicum program
UBC Counselling Services offers practicum placements to students in graduate counsellor training programs. The practicum is a high-quality, personalized training experience in an open, collegial atmosphere that promotes self-exploration and growth.
See the Practicum Brochure (pdf) for more information.
Eligibility requirements
- Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s counsellor training program
- Additionally, practicum applicants must have completed their counselling theory and counselling skills training courses, and at least one clinic or practicum experience
- Applicants must have approval from their program supervisor to apply
How to apply
You must prepare and submit all required application materials. For the list of application materials required and for detailed instructions on how to apply, please see the Practicum Brochure (pdf).
To submit your application materials, please email the Director of Training at Counselling Services, Dr. Kirk Beck, R.Psych. at kirk.beck@ubc.ca.
Application deadline
Applications will be accepted at any time after January 1 of each year. All applications will be reviewed by the Practicum Selection Committee. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview. Interviews and offers will be made on a rolling basis and the selection process will be complete once all four practicum positions are filled for the September to April term. This usually takes place by the first day of March each year.
