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CLINICAL
PSYCHOLOGY
PHD
Katrina Rogers, PhD President, Fielding Graduate University
Learn about earning your degree while working in your field at: Fielding.edu/ClinicalPsychology
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Fielding’s doctoral program in Clinical Psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association. It is the only distributed learning program recognized by the . The Psychology PhD serves adults, many of whom who have trained or worked in the mental health field. Our unique distributed learning model blends the best of in-person learning opportunities with digital formats. Earning your doctorate in Clinical Psychology includes online and in-person seminars, meetings with faculty and other students in your region, weeklong residential sessions, as well as research and clinical training experiences.
MODEL CURRICULUM SEQUENCE The clinical psychology degree is designed to be completed in five to six MODEL CURRICULUM SEQUENCE years. Additional requirements include residency, professional development The clinical psychology degree is designed to be completed in five to six years. Additional requirements include seminars, and research practicum. residency, cluster attendance, and research practicum. YEAR 1
Cognitive Bases of Behavior Foundations of Doctoral Study* Statistical Methods
TERM 1
Psychopathology Clinical Interviewing Intro to Psychotherapy: Theory
The unique mix of online and residential learning provides flexible opportunities for individuals with career, family, and community responsibilities to achieve their advanced educational goals. Faculty are active scholars and practitioners with a wide variety of expertise, making it possible to offer training in a variety of therapeutic orientations and specialized concentrations in some of the most exciting growth areas of psychology.
YEAR 2
TERM 2
Cognitive Assessment* Intro to Psychotherapy: Technique Psychometric Theory Research Methods 1 One course from: Psychoanalytic Theory/ Therapy, CognitiveBehavioral Theory/ Therapy or Humanistic Systems Theory/ Therapy Research Skills Seminar*
Legal, Ethical & Professional Practice
TERM 3
James Schiller, PhD Alumnus
DOCTORAL CONCENTRATIONS
accredited by the
§ Forensic Psychology § Health Psychology § Neuropsychology § Social Justice and Diversity
The program is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA Commission and Accreditation, 750 First St. NE, Washington, DC 20002, 202-336-5979)
Choose one: Projective Personality Assessment: Intro Rorschach or Projective Assessment: TAT* Practicum Case Seminar 1 Assessment/Clinical Practicum
YEAR 4
YEAR 5
History and Systems Consultation and Supervision
Concentration/electives
Concentration/electives
Dissertation Research
Practicum Case Seminar 3
Complete dissertation
Assessment/Clinical Practicum
Internship
Apply for internship in Fall
Dissertation Research
Research Skills Seminar*
Our graduates are leaders in their chosen professions. They are top executives, entrepreneurs, educators, coaches, consultants, and leaders in health care, and nonprofits.
I wanted the personal style, the small classes, the closeness to the faculty, the ability to self-direct my research. I could communicate with any student in my PDS day and night.
Objective Assessment*
YEAR 3
Multivariate Statistics Multicultural Psychology Biological Bases of Behavior
Concentration/electives Research Methods II Research in Psychotherapy Practicum Case Seminar 2 Assessment/Clinical Practicum
Integrated Assessment* Practicum Case Seminar 4 Assessment/Clinical Practicum
Interview for Internship
Internship
Begin internship
Internship
Research Skills Seminar* Dissertation Research Writing for the Internship Application
Developmental Bases
Concentration/electives
Social Bases of Behavior
Internship Qualification Part 2
Choose one: Projective Assessment: Rorschach* or Cognitive Behavioral Assessment* Internship Qualification Evaluation Part 1 Assessment/Clinical Practicum Research Skills Seminar*
Assessment/Clinical Practicum Dissertation Research Dissertation proposal approval Complete RSS requirement* Assessment/Clinical Practicum
Concentration/electives
*Requires attendance at a residential session.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: R Bachelor’s Degree R Minimum GPA of 3.0 R Online Application Form R Curriculum Vitae (CV) R Statement of Purpose R Critical Thinking Writing Sample R 3 Letters of Recommendation R Official Transcript
PROGRAM DELIVERY § Asynchronous online courses § 4 day in-person orientation § Professional development seminars*
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* Students, faculty, and alumni come together in small, regional, or virtual learning groups called professional development seminars. Regular professional development seminar attendance is required early in the program as part of the residency requirement. To learn more about professional development seminar locations and the program residency requirements contact admissions.
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