Didactics

Curriculum

Changes to the program related to COVID-19.  

Our curriculum remains basically the same although the means by which some of the experiences are obtained has changed.  For example, didactic training can occur through video conferencing.  In addition, outpatient psychotherapy and some of the assessment process (e.g., interviews, informing sessions, etc.) can also be conducted remotely. We will provide training in tele-therapy and the use of the Phoenix Children's Hospital telehealth system.  Inpatient intervention and much outpatient assessment is conducted in-person. 

Training Activities at BNI at PCH

• Monthly one-hour case seminar discussion/presentation 
• Weekly one-hour Intern Training Seminars with staff and outside professionals
• Weekly one-hour Grand Rounds presentations for all medical staff
• Weekly one-hour Pediatric Neuroscience Grand Rounds
• Monthly Diversity Seminar 
• Monthly Trauma Rounds
• Continuing education seminars and conferences held by/for staff and residents throughout the year.  The PCH Post-doc seminar is focused on professional issues such as contract negotiation, working with the Board of Psychologist Examiners, passing the EPPP, mentoring, and advanced topics in supervision.
• Fellows/Residents are required to attend regularly scheduled monthly didactic training as provided by the Arizona Psychology Training Consortium.  Didactic seminars will be conducted two days per month at various locations throughout Arizona, including at some affiliated training sites.