Training Experiences by Track

The training year will be divided into two 6-month blocks and most rotations will occur in a single block. Interns will have two rotations per block. In addition they will have a primary outpatient rotation that will be 12-months long. Each week, 8 hours will be spent in each of the three rotations. There are a number of rotations available allowing for flexibility to customize the training experience to meet the goals of each individual. All interns will have rotations that include outpatient therapy and/or assessment. Prior to the start of the training year the incoming interns will be asked to rank order their choices for rotations. Whenever possible interns will be provided with their top choices. Interns will also have a 4-hour per week research rotation for the entire year.

Research

The Department of Psychiatry has an active research program, and we are strongly committed to helping our interns further enhance their research skills. Up to 10% of an intern’s time may be protected for research-related activities. If an intern has not yet completed his or her dissertation, this time should be used to make significant progress towards defending the dissertation. If the intern has completed the dissertation by the time the internship starts, or at any point during the internship year, they are encouraged to use this protected time to link up with researchers at Penn with shared interests, and/or explore research questions that can be answered using data from any variety of data sets available. The intern should initiate this conversation with the Training Director, who can then direct him or her to an appropriate faculty mentor.

Clinical Rotations – General Adult Track

Clinical Rotations – Child/Developmental Disabilities Track

Clinical Rotations – Neuropsychology track

Clinical Rotations – Student Health and Counseling track (**NEW**)