Students also receive training in techniques of psychological assessment and in the conceptualization and conduct of therapy. As this is an APA-approved program in clinical psychology, an internship is required for the degree. The program presently is designed to be completed in four to five years, plus a 1-year internship for clinical students. The likelihood that most students will spend five years in their graduate training is based on our intent that students develop a sufficient base of research training and publications to compete successfully in the job market after the Ph.D. is awarded. Sixty-four approved graduate credits are required, plus the dissertation.
All students also complete three courses in research design and statistical analysis.
Students are required to be continuously involved in research. Specific requirements are completion of a Master's thesis prior to seeking candidacy for the Ph.D., and completion of the dissertation. There are a variety of research opportunities for Adult Division students. Please see the Adult Division Research page for descriptions of faculty research as well as student research activities. Experience in conducting psychotherapy and clinical assessment is achieved through five semesters of required practicum placements, mostly completed during the second and third years.