Program is designed to produce research-oriented scholars prepared to accept academic and other major leadership positions in the field. Without Joint Affiliation - for students who are interested in any area of research, but do not want to take on obligations placed on them from faculty members outside the MRDD area. Successful completion of the CE admits you to Ph.D. candidacy. Your doctoral dissertation is based on research into a specific aspect of developmental disabilities. Students in the clinical track are expected to complete one year of predoctoral and one year of postdoctoral, supervised clinical experience.
Internships are available in the fields of mental retardation and developmental disabilities.
After graduation and postdoctoral training, you are eligible for psychology licensure in Ohio. Financial Support Fellowships and teaching associate positions are available to first year graduate students on a competitive basis. Research assistant positions are available through the Nisonger Center for Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities and allied programs. Employment at community agencies is available after completion of the master's degree.