Complete all fields in the Graduate Program Planning Worksheet to outline the re

Complete all fields in the Graduate Program Planning Worksheet to outline the required and specialization courses you will take and the dates by which you will complete them to be successful in your graduate program. In addition, reflect on steps you will take to ensure your success.

You need to understand all the tasks you will be expected to undertake and the courses you must complete to be successful in your program. In this assessment, you will construct a plan for completing your academic program.

Note: The assessments in this course build upon one another, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.

For this assessment:

1. Complete all fields on the Graduate Program Planning Worksheet [DOCX].
2. When you are satisfied with your entries to the worksheet and have made all necessary revisions, submit the worksheet no later than 11:59 p.m. CST Sunday.

You will also want to save the worksheet to your computer for future reference.

To maximize your scoring potential, be sure you fully address all assessment requirements and meet the criteria in the scoring guide that will be used to grade your assessment. It is helpful to self-score your assessment using the scoring guide before submitting to be sure that you are meeting criteria for the grade you want to earn.Your assessment should also meet the following requirements:

• Worksheet: Complete your work in the Graduate Program Planning Worksheet [DOCX].
• Written communication: Written communication should be free from errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: Any references and citations should be formatted according to current APA style and format. Refer to the Evidence and APA section of the Writing Center for guidance.
• Submission: Once you are satisfied with your worksheet and have made all necessary revisions, submit your assessment no later than 11:59 p.m. CST Sunday.
• By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
  • Competency 1: Analyze the role of the practitioner-scholar model in guiding professional development.
    • Describe what will be considered when scheduling courses.
  • Competency 3: Analyze the functions, responsibilities, and ethics required of a psychology professional.
    • Discuss three SMART goals related to a graduate degree and include timed steps.
  • Competency 4: Apply critical thinking and effective decision making.
    • List the date of a meeting with an academic coach.
    • List the courses required for the MS in Applied Psychology or the MS in Clinical Psychology degree.
    • List the specialization courses and/or elective courses that will be taken.
    • Identify more than three offices or resources to help with decision making about financial aid and course scheduling.