Undergraduate Opportunities

Undergraduate Practicum Courses at GMU

The GMU Center for Community Mental Health hosts 2 undergraduate practicum courses for students at George Mason University. 

 PSYC 430: Clinical Practicum in Psychology.

This is a 3-hour experiential course requiring one hour of seminar per week and eight additional work hours at CCMH, being exposed to the workings of a community psychological services clinic. A brief interview is required to be admitted to this course.

Interested students may contact Dr. Robyn Mehlenbeck for additional information or a copy of the course syllabus.

PSYC 461: Emotional Support line 

Scheduled for Fall 2025

The English and Spanish Emotional Support Lines serve community members across Virginia.  Earn course credit for professional development while you gain direct clinical experience with callers in distress, participate in community outreach and prepare for careers in psychology, social work, counseling or medicine. Seeking enrollees for both English and Spanish support line. Register for Fall 2025.

Additional questions can be directed to: English line; kkhong@gmu.edu / Spanish line: tdeaking@gmu.edu

Schedule Type: Lecture and Fieldwork
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

The University Catalog is the authoritative source for information on courses. The Schedule of Classes is the authoritative source for information on classes scheduled for this semester. See the Schedule for the most up-to-date information and see Patriot web to register for classes.

PSYC 430: Clinical Practicum in Psychology (3 Credits)

Scheduled for Fall 2025 

Gain professional experience in a clinical setting. This course takes place at the GMU Center for Psychological Services, a mental health training center that serves the community. Enrolled students provide reception room service to clients at the center, learning aspects of the center administration and acquiring relevant skills in the field. This course may count for both Applied Psychology and Professional Development requirements. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Schedule Type: Fieldwork
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.