DOCTOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (PSYD)

The PsyD  degree program is for individuals who are interested in advancing their knowledge of clinical issues in psychology and developing the practical application of this knowledge for the professional practice of psychology and counselling. The Doctor of Psychology exposes learners to theoretical and practical methodologies within the field.
 
Our innovative and online doctorate program provides comprehensive courses as well as a variety of elective courses and opportunities for supervised clinical experience to emphasize the service orientation of a professional clinical degree. The program provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for growth in their professional career as a Doctor of Psychology or Doctor of Counseling.
 
 
Degree Requirements

• 119 semester hours of coursework

• 10 hours of individual psychotherapy (out-of-pocket expense)—Year One

• Cultural Immersion Experience—Year One

• A hallmark of the PsyD program is its required international cultural immersion experience in the second year. Psychologists care for people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. The PsyD curriculum prepares students through study, clinical experience, and interaction with culture specialists to work in diverse global contexts. In addition, students are required to participate in a 10-14 day cultural immersion experience. 

• Qualifying Examination—Year Three

• Doctoral Dissertation: There are options for a focused dissertation that is comprised primarily of one of the following:

• Quantitative research;

• Qualitative research;

• The process will include a dissertation proposal, proposal defense, and dissertation defense to the respective dissertation committee. It is also required that the student formulate and deliver a presentation of the dissertation (e.g., publication, speaking engagement, formal report to a clinic or other agency).