BA in Psychology - UMPI YourPace

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Even if the practicum on its own requires an extra session or two, it should still come in as cheaper than the TESU Psych degree. And the practicum will make it more useful for at least some students who want to continue on to a Master's or even a Doctorate in the field.

I wonder what the practicum would entail ?

My guess is it's similar to a bachelor's level social work practicum. You're working in some sort of human services setting, shadowing other clinical staff, doing simple intakes, that sort of thing.

I don't think I've ever seen an undergraduate psychology degree with a practicum requirement before.  This would make sense if (like the BSW) there were employment opportunities working with clients that the degree prepared you for. But as far as I know, there aren't a lot of opportunities for people with a bachelor's in psychology to actually work with clients.  
I'd be interested in understanding the reasoning behind the practicum.

Thanks for the response. Is this a degree requirement or an elective ? Seems like I read somewhere on this forum that it’s not. If it’s required than It sounds like this degree may not be practical for working adults who have full time jobs.