School Psychology Practicum in Normal, Illinois at Baby Fold

Introductory Practicum Experience

School Psychology trainee's complete introductory practicum experiences aligned with ISU program requirements, with The Baby Fold serving as a community and school referral partner.

At TBF, trainees may:

• Observe and participate in school-related mental health services
• Gain exposure to assessment, consultation, and intervention processes
• Learn how school psychology services interface with community-based systems of care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams supporting children, families, and schools

Introductory practica requirements are determined by ISU coursework; however, The Baby Fold supports ISU trainees through school referrals, consultation, and service integration. Advanced PhD Practicum Experiences. Paid, Community-Based Practicum at The Baby Fold. Advanced practicum experiences are available for PhD School Psychology trainees seeking in-depth clinical, assessment, and systems-level experience outside of traditional school placements.

All advanced trainees:

Are placed at The Baby Fold Work under licensed school/clinical psychologist supervision Provide services that support school-aged children and adolescents.

School-Linked Psychological Services at TBF Advanced practicum trainees may engage in:

• Cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral assessments
• Intervention planning and progress monitoring
• Academic and behavioral intervention implementation
• Consultation with caregivers, educators, and school teams
• Integration of school-based needs with community mental health services
• Support of students experiencing barriers such as:
  • Housing instability
  • Food insecurity
  • Access to medical, vision, dental, mental health care

Advanced Practicum Option 1 - School Psychology – Community & School-Linked Services

• Advanced PhD School Psychology trainee
• 2 days per week
• August 17, 2026 – May 7, 2027
• Minimum 1 hour/week of in-person supervision
• Supervision provided by licensed school/clinical psychologist at TBF
• Monthly stipend: $1,650 (paid by The Baby Fold)
• Enrollment in ISU advanced practicum course and Learning Plan required

Advanced Practicum Option 2 - Psychoeducational / Neuropsychological Assessment Track

This TBF-based experience emphasizes advanced diagnostic training:

• Administration and scoring of psychoeducational and neuropsychological measures
• Case conceptualization and interpretation
• Review and discussion of assessment results with supervisor
• Exposure to interdisciplinary neurodevelopmental and mental health evaluations

Details

• Advanced PhD School Psychology trainee
• 2 days per week
• August 17, 2026 – May 7, 2027
• Weekly face-to-face supervision (including scoring review)
• Monthly stipend: $1,650
• ISU advanced practicum enrollment and Learning Plan required

Why Complete Your Practicum at The Baby Fold?

• Strong alignment with school psychology competencies
• Emphasis on social justice, ecological systems theory, and the scientist-practitioner model
• Exposure to school-linked, community-based care
• High-quality supervision by experienced licensed psychologists
• Preparation for internship, licensure, and diverse career pathways

INCLUSION STATEMENT: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.

Eligible ISU Programs

• Specialist in School Psychology (SSP)
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in School Psychology