Program Overview

Clinical Psychology - Ph.D.

Overview

The Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program provides students with the knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in this rewarding field. With expert faculty, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a comprehensive curriculum, students will be prepared to make a real difference in the lives of their patients.

Admissions

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Minimum junior-senior 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
• 18 credit hours in psychology, including a course in statistics
• Broad background in psychology
• Official transcript(s)
• Goal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:
  • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
  • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
  • Minimum 65 PTE score
  • Minimum 120 DET score

Coursework

• Major Requirements:
  • PSYC 70105: DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOPATHOLOGY (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70192: INTEGRATION PRACTICUM (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70272: INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70273: ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT: ADULT (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70324: PROFESSIONAL ISSUES AND ETHICS IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70371: INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70392: SUPERVISED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (2 credits)
  • PSYC 70592: PRACTICUM IN DIAGNOSTIC INTERVIEWING (3 credits)
  • PSYC 70792: PSYCHOTHERAPY PRACTICUM (3 credits)
  • PSYC 71651: QUANTITATIVE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS I (3 credits)
  • PSYC 71654: QUANTITATIVE STATISTICAL ANALYSIS II (3 credits)
  • PSYC 71685: CLINICAL RESEARCH METHODS (3 credits)
  • PSYC 71894: COLLEGE TEACHING OF PSYCHOLOGY (3 credits)
  • PSYC 72392: CLINICAL PRACTICUM (9 credits)
  • PSYC 72492: ADVANCED PRACTICUM (7 credits)
  • Additional Program Electives (20 credits)
• Culminating Requirement:
  • PSYC 81199: DISSERTATION I (30 credits)
• Additional Requirements or Concentration:
  • Choose from the following:
    • Additional Requirements for Students Not Declaring a Concentration
    • Quantitative Methods of Psychology Concentration

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate competencies in research methodologies specific to their area of interest.
2. Demonstrate competencies in teaching undergraduate courses.
3. Demonstrate competencies in providing psychological assessment and treatment services.

Accreditation

The Ph.D. degree in Clinical Psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association. Information on accreditation can be obtained by contacting the APA Commission on Accreditation by phone at or by mail at the Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC, .

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Why Kent State University

Kent State University includes eight campuses in Northeast Ohio and additional facilities in the region and internationally. The Division of Graduate Studies at Kent State University administers a number of fellowships and awards for new and continuing students. Many graduate programs offer one of three types of graduate assistantships: administrative, teaching, or research.