| Abstract: | In this article the author argues that a mental health service has the inherent responsibility to train personnel if it is to meet its obligations of public service. Nine underlying assumptions are intended to serve as the foundation of psychological services for California's Department of Mental Hygiene. To meet these service needs and responsibilities, eight separate approaches to the training of clinical psychologists have been developed. The eight approaches include: scholarships, internships, career development training, specialized training, interfacility training travel, educational leave, consultation, and university affiliation. These eight approaches to training illustrate the fundamental and substantial emphasis given to training by the Department of Mental Hygiene and throughout Psychological Services. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
