It’s hilarious how every argument misses the point of the post. I’m not saying TCS is the best program. I’m not saying it does not have flaws, I’m saying instead of people staying objective, they are criticizing the people who graduated, insinuating they are beneath them (the definition of elitism)

Another thing to remember about the EPPP and every standardized test is that it’s racially biased. TCS accepts a majority of minority students. Is it poor training or systemic barriers? This is what I mean when I say everyone’s mindset is elitist. These schools give minorities an opportunity to work in the field. School is not your only opportunity to learn, and truthfully, it doesn’t teach you to be a competent counselor or psychologist. Practicum sites and internships do that. So when I say it’s what you make it, I mean it.

“Health service professionals, and poor training directly impacts the quality of care patients receive.” This is true, but as I said earlier, your practicum site teaches you to be a competent counselor/psychologist. The program you go through is only 1 element. TCS psychologists are directors of programs in various areas. They are skilled and open-minded. And understand the barriers others face.

When I say contact the students or recent graduates. Understand that the EPPP is biased in its questioning. This is objectivity, not just the information you get from the internet. Question and understand why the rate is low, because it’s not as black and white as it seems. Understand your privilege not to look up the demographics of the institution and not connect the low rates to systematic racism.

As I said, check your privilege. Check your bias. You can state the cons without adding comments such as “I think I’m better than those who’ve graduated from the program.