Virtual Psychologist Shadowing
Virtual Psychologist Shadowing
Delve Into the Human Mind: Experience Real-World Psychology and Career Insights
About This Program
Virtual Psychologist Shadowing
Explore the human mind and behavior through our Virtual Psychologist Shadowing Program, developed in partnership with Ensobrain. This program combines theoretical psychology concepts with real-world applications, from neuroplasticity to forensic profiling, offering students an immersive introduction to diverse psychology careers.
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Program Overview
Format
Online live sessions
Duration
6 sessions over 6 weeks, 2 hours per session
Certificate
Provided upon completion
Class Size
10–20 students per cohort
Age Group
Ages between 13 - 18 years
Course Outline
Week 1: Introduction to Psychology
- Discover key fields like clinical, forensic, and sports psychology.
Week 2: Brain Rewiring Workshop
- Learn about neuroplasticity and its role in adaptation and behavior.
Week 3: Educational Psychology
- Understand psychological theories in education and case study analysis.
Week 4: Forensic Psychology
- Examine criminal behavior and offender profiling techniques.
Week 5: Sports Psychology
- Explore motivation and performance enhancement strategies.
Week 6: Reflection and Future Pathways
- Recap learnings and plan future careers in psychology.
Who Is This For?
Fascinated Students
Students fascinated by human behavior and mental processes
Aspiring psychologists
Aspiring psychologists looking to explore various specialties
High schoolers
High schoolers preparing for academic and career pursuits in psychology
Dates and Fees
2025
Know your Mentors
By fostering strong, supportive relationships, they break down traditional age-based authority structures, creating a more open and inclusive educational environment where students feel empowered to grow and thrive. With tremendous enthusiasm for both teaching and learning, the teaching team constantly learns from the students, adapts to their interests and needs, and builds lasting relationships that continue after the program through formal and informal mentorship opportunities.
Reviews & Testimonials
This program was incredibly enlightening! The session on forensic psychology was my favorite—it showed me how psychology can be used to solve real-life criminal cases. I now feel more confident about pursuing a career in this field and exploring the different specialties within psychology.
Learning about neuroplasticity and how the brain rewires itself was absolutely fascinating. The program was well-structured, and the interactive activities made the concepts easy to grasp. I feel inspired to delve deeper into cognitive psychology and its real-world applications.
The psychology shadowing program exceeded my expectations! From educational psychology to sports psychology, every session introduced a new perspective. The hands-on activities, like analyzing case studies, were both fun and thought-provoking. I highly recommend this program to anyone curious about the human mind.
This program gave me a clear understanding of the various careers in psychology. I especially enjoyed the discussions about ethical dilemmas and the reflection activities. It was exciting to learn how psychologists play such a critical role in education, sports, and mental health.
I never realized how diverse psychology was until I joined this program. The sessions on forensic and sports psychology opened my eyes to career paths I hadn’t considered before. The guest speaker’s insights were inspiring, and the interactive exercises made the learning experience unforgettable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Program about?
This program features a curriculum designed by the professors of
Harvard Business School, Harvard Education School, and Harvard School of Law, and is delivered by
Harvard students. It is designed to empower students, unleashing their leadership potential while
they create actionable solutions for global challenges. Throughout the 3-day course, participants
collaborate in teams to gain insights into global issues and formulate social change projects to
tackle them.
Who are my mentors?
Our team of instructors/mentors comprises current Harvard University undergraduates who are
carefully trained before taking on their roles.
What can I expect to gain from participating in the program?
Participants after completing the program successfully will receive a certificate from The
Leadership Institute of Harvard College and one year of mentorship from the Harvard mentors.
What can I expect on the day of the presentation?
On the program’s final day, students collaborate in teams to present their social change projects to
an audience of approximately 200 individuals. We extend invitations to students’ parents, school
principals, counsellors, members of the press, and distinguished guests to participate in this
event. Additionally, we livestream the proceedings on Facebook and YouTube for those joining us
online.
Could you give me information regarding the social change initiative I'm supposed to participate in?
Students will form groups to undertake a social change project aimed at delivering practical
solutions to global challenges. The scope of these projects is broad, across diverse domains such as
mental health and the welfare of animals.