Master of Science (MS) in Psychology

Clinical Psychology Specialization

Harold Abel School of Psychology

This online degree specialization is designed for learners interested in pursuing a doctoral degree. You will develop the theoretical understanding, research, and assessment skills applicable to a clinical setting. While some learners may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians, learners should know that this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as an independent, professional counselor or psychologist. Capella University offers a PsyD specialization in clinical psychology that complements this master's degree.

Residency Requirements: Three week-long master's degree colloquia, each taken during specific milestones in your program. See residential colloquia details

Field Training Requirements: 600 practicum hours and accompanying course work.

Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as counseling psychologists.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: Program starting soon! COST PER 5-CREDIT COURSE: $1,795 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 65 credits

Core Courses:

• PSY7011 - Foundations of Psychology - Master's Learners - 5 credits
• PSY7210 - Lifespan Development - 5 credits
• PSY7543 - Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology - 5 credits
• PSY7610 - Tests and Measurements - 5 credits
• PSY7620 - Inferential Statistics - 5 credits
• PSY7650 - Research Methods - 5 credits
• PSY8210 - Principles of Psychopathology - 5 credits
• PSY8230 - Psychological Testing - 5 credits

Specialization Courses:

• PSY7310 - Biological Basis of Behavior - 5 credits
• PSY8312 - Clinical Interventions - 5 credits
• PSY8391 - Master's Practicum I - 5 credits
• PSY8393 - Master's Practicum II - 5 credits
• PSY9102 - Integrative Project for Master’s Degree in Psychology - 5 credits

Learn more about our related specializations:

• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - General Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - Counseling Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - Counseling Studies

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