CSPP Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Program in Mexico City
Mexico
- Mexico City:
Mexico City (Ciudad de Mexico)
Term: Summer
Dates: July 5, 2009 to August 7, 2009
Description:
Saludos desde de México! You are invited to apply to participate in this year's California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Program in Mexico City! The immersion program is designed for individuals interested in being part of a think-tank on ways to improve mental health approaches with Latino communities. The program and courses also meet a majority of the requirements for the CSPP Certificate in Latin American Family Therapy. The dates of the Immersion Program in Mexico are July 5, 2009 to August 7, 2009. Participants will be expected to have completed readings and assignments during the five weeks prior to arrival in Mexico on July 5. We hope that you will be able to join us for this years program! The Immersion Program includes:
- A Freireian approach to education
- Latin American originating mental health theories, such as Liberation Psychology
- Spanish coursework tailored for mental health professionals
- Information on indigenous healing practices
- Lectures on topics such as current political and social issues in Mexico, LGBT issues in Mexico, immigration, local economics and politics, art, Liberation Psychology, and much more.
Highlights:
Application Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently enrolled and in good standing in a university mental health training program or have graduated from an accredited mental health training program.
- Applicants must submit an essay describing why they are interested in being part of the Immersion Program and a member of the program think-tank. Essays should be sent via email.
- Contact us to arrange a time for a telephone interview.
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Subject Areas :
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- Education
- Health Sciences
- International Relations
- Management
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Cost in US$: $3,500
Cost Include Description:
The program includes all of your housing, Spanish coursework and materials, the majority of breakfasts and suppers for the first four weeks, lectures, entrance fees to program activities, and travel to communities in Guanajuato, Jalisco and Michoacan. The fee does not include your flight to Mexico City or tuition for any of the classes in which you choose to enroll. Typically financial aid is available. Please meet with your local campus financial aid office to make arrangements.
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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- Home-stays
- Independent living
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Participants Travel to Mexico
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Essay
- In-Person Interview Required
- Phone Interview
Post-Program Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Job and Internship Network
Year Founded: 1973
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