Croyden Practicum (PSY 3570) Western Michigan University Psychology Department

What is Psychology 3570?  3 credit practicum course  Takes place in the Autistic Impaired Preschool at Croyden Avenue School  Counts towards your Psychology Major Either as your practicum requirementEither as your practicum requirement Or possibly as an elective (if you’ve already completed a practicum)Or possibly as an elective (if you’ve already completed a practicum)

Croyden Practicum Hours  Monday - Friday 2 hours a day (register for one of the shifts below)2 hours a day (register for one of the shifts below) –8:30-10:30 –10:30-12:30 –12:30-2:30 Seminar every Wednesday from 6 - 8Seminar every Wednesday from 6 - 8

What behaviors do these children have?  High level of maladaptive behaviors TantrumsTantrums Self stimulationSelf stimulation –Hand flapping –Toe walking –Teeth grinding  Low level of adaptive behaviors No eye contact Minimal social interactions Speech that is not functional

Why should I take this practicum?  You would be helping to make a difference in a child’s life, as well as the lives of their family members Early intervention is essential for children with autismEarly intervention is essential for children with autism  You’ll get to work with really fun kids  You’ll get to apply all the stuff you’ve been learning about in class  You’ll get a very hands on experience that looks great on a resume  You’ll have a lot of fun!

What do I have to do to sign up?  We require all students to take the Pre- Practicum prior to taking the Croyden Basic Practicum Please see Blake for more details  Sign up online PSY 3570 Through Extended Universities

Thank You!!  We look forward to seeing all of you at Croyden!  For more information Please see DickMalott.com Breanne at