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Doctor of Psychology - Clinical Specialization
Develop your gift for helping others. Achieve the pinnacle of academic achievement with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from University of the Rockies. In this ultimate curriculum, you will discover how to further the emotional and mental health of your fellow human beings whether you’re in a clinical setting or a modern workplace. Begin by building a knowledge base in the history and systems of psychology. Then you will pursue more advanced courses with research, statistics, and measurement. Finally, demonstrate your expertise by writing your dissertation. Because the scope of psychology is so vast, it is best to specialize in one specific field. Choose from several specializations to focus your academic pursuits.
Achieve your ultimate academic goals with your Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Specialization, at University of the Rockies, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This degree prepares you to apply for licensure as psychologists in certain states, which allows for independent practice as major providers of mental health services. This degree follows the Practitioner-Scholar Model, training you to be a mental health practitioner first, and a scholar/scientist second.
In this program, you are exposed to a broad range of therapeutic approaches and techniques. The program does not follow a singular theoretical model of therapy, but allows you to gain knowledge and skills across therapeutic approaches. You will complete coursework in psychological foundations, psychopathology, assessment, interventions, consultation, diversity, and research methods.
