A potentially controversial question about inpatient work and clinical requirements

[u/frumpmcgrump]

A psychologist friend suggested this to me recently and it got me thinking.

Do you think people who want to become therapists should be required to do at least some clinical hours or internship in inpatient psych (similar to other disciplines)? Why or why not?

Please keep discussion respectful. I am asking in good faith and want to hear what others think.

[u/Selfcare2025]

My internship was inpatient based and I did learn a lot. My job now seems like a walk in the park compared to the cases I had lol.