Master of Science (MS) in Psychology

Harold Abel School of Psychology

Clinical Psychology Specialization

Explore the foundational theories and practices of clinical psychology in assessing and treating dysfunctional behavior, including clinical interviewing and interventions, testing and assessment, research methods, psychopathology, and diagnosis. This clinical psychology master's specialization includes a rigorous combination of online course work, residency, and field training experiences. People who choose this specialization are often planning to pursue a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, but may also pursue counseling, research or administrative positions in social service, health care, business, or educational settings.

Residency Requirements: As part of this program you will attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses. At specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each five days in length. See residential colloquia details

Clinical Training Requirements: 600 practicum hours and accompanying course work.

Note: This specialization may be a good first step for those who wish to pursue a PsyD or PhD, which is generally required for licensure as a clinical psychologist.

All credits listed below are quarter credits.

Core Courses

• PSY5002 - Orientation to Graduate Learning in Psychology
• PSY7210 - Lifespan Development
• PSY7543 - Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology*
• PSY7610 - Tests and Measurements
• PSY7620 - Inferential Statistics
• PSY7650 - Research Methods
• PSY8210 - Principles of Psychopathology
• PSY8230 - Psychological Testing*

Specialization Courses

• PSY7310 - Biological Basis of Behavior
• PSY8312 - Clinical Interventions
• PSY8391 - Master's Practicum I*
• PSY8393 - Master's Practicum II*
• PSY5201 - Integrative Project for Master's Degree in Psychology*

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*Check state licensure requirements. The ability to practice as a professional psychologist - independently and without supervision - is regulated in all states. Learners who intend to seek licensure or certification should check the program requirements in their home state. This program is not accredited by the American Psychological Assoc.

Learn more about our related specializations:

PhD/PsyD

• Clinical Psychology
• Counseling Studies

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• Counseling Psychology
• Counseling Studies
• Mental Health Counseling

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