A formação do psicólogo educacional e seus novos contextos:um relato de experiência

Abstract

This is a descriptive study of an experience in an internship in the Psychology undergraduate course. It aimed to present learning opportunities promoted by the inclusion and accessibility department, which emphasizes respect for human differences in a challenging environment as a university can be. The purpose of this study was to describe an internship experience in Educational and Social Processes Course in a Higher Education Institution (HEI), presenting theoretical and practical knowledge developed in a department that treats students respecting their academic and mental health issues. The internship was developed by two students of the Psychology course in the University of Fortaleza (UNIFOR), in the Psycho-pedagogical Support Program from March 2016 until June 2017; with diaries and fieldnotes, performed by each trainee, while the analysis of the data was enriched by transcriptions of the sessions and reports of the department. The study was based on theoretical framework from Psychology, Education, and Health Studies, by means of readings, reflections and discussions about the importance of the stage that embraces the acceptance of differences and human singularity, as well as adding values and promoting a solid foundation for training the future psychologist. It was identified that the stage provided the praxis and construction of theoretical knowledge through the interface of Psychology and Inclusive Education, besides contribute to the awareness of psychologist’s role as agent for change, promoting the acceptance of differences and respect for human rights.