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College of Liberal Arts & Education - University of Detroit Mercy

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College of Health and Human Services - Western Michigan University

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Graduate Student: The College of Health and Human Services has great opportunities for hands on practical learning! Be prepared for a lot of snow and hills on campus. Great bus system and opportunities for jobs on and around campus. A variety of housing is offered close to campus, a ton of students walk as well as drive. Greek life here is a great opportunity to make friends, get involved, and do some networking for after graduation. ... Read 2 reviews

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Central Michigan University College of Education and Human Services

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Madonna University

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Doctoral Student: I have been enrolled at Madonna University for 8 months and have had a great experience, from the courses to the professors. The coursework is challenging but it is also rewarding. The worst part of my experience was just finding out whether I was going to be accepted into the program or not, but thankfully I was admitted into the program. ... Read 15 reviews

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Michigan School of Professional Psychology

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Master of Science in Clinical Health Psychology

The behavioral sciences department at university of michigan-dearborn offers a master of science (ms) in clinical health psychology..

The Master's of Science in Clinical Health Psychology is a two-year 48-credit program that trains mental health care providers to work in primary care settings, as well as more traditional clinical psychology settings.

Prospective Students

Our program requires:

• a BA/BS in Psychology or a related major (minimum GPA 3.0)
• undergraduate courses in Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Statistics
• three letters of recommendation
• personal statement
• letters from academic sources are expected and strongly preferred

For more information about the programs and our policies please see the  MS in Psychology Student Handbook  or email the program.

Admission Requirements

• A BA or BS degree in Psychology or a related field with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
• Undergraduate classes in Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Statistics required; Health Psychology and Research Methods recommended but not required
• The Psychology (MS) program has decided to waive the GRE score requirement indefinitely.
• If English not your native language, official scores from an accepted English Proficiency exam are required. Please see further information on our How to Apply page.
• Personal statement instructions for Clinical Health Psychology.
• Three  letters of recommendation  (at least two of which are academic) are needed.

Application Deadline

M.S. in Psychology admits for fall term onlyhas a hard application deadline of the March 15th prior to the August/September start of the term.

Transferring Credit from Other Institutions

Up to six credit hours of graduate credit may be transferred from another accredited institution. A petition for a course from another institution to meet one of the requirements of the MS in Psychology: Specialization in Clinical Health Psychology or the MS in Psychology: Specialization in Health Psychology program will be considered by the Graduate Program Committee if:

• A copy of the course syllabus is provided.
• The course is similar to the course for which it is being substituted (i.e., similar in terms of level, content, grading methods).
• The course was taken in the past five years from a university and program judged to be of high quality.
• The course was passed with an ‘A’ or ‘B.’
• The grade was determined primarily on the basis of papers, presentations, and/or examinations.

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarships for new and current graduate students:

Graduate Student Scholarships  (main page)

Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship Application

You may be eligible for a non-resident graduate tuition scholarship if you meet the following criteria:

• Classified as a non-resident graduate student (or new admit) in a CASL graduate program taking 500+ level courses.
• Meet the program’s eligibility requirements for merit: 3.0 cumulative undergrad GPA (for new incoming students); 3.2 cumulative graduate GPA (to maintain for continuing students).
• Enroll for a minimum of 6 credit hours per term (3 credit hours in the summer or final term of enrollment).
• Have continued successful academic performance and progress towards completion of the degree and no academic misconduct convictions to assure continuation of the scholarship.
• This scholarship is awarded for consecutive fall and winter terms and the initial amount displayed in the student portal assumes a 6 credit hour registration. If a student enrolls in additional credit hours, an additional amount will be disbursed at the term’s drop/add deadline.
• Scholars may elect to use the scholarship during the summer term. However, a  separate Summer Financial Aid application  must be submitted.  

Clinical Health Psychology Student Admission Data

Current Students

See the  Advanced Psychology Research Guide  for help doing research for your courses, research projects, and theses.

Research Scholarship

Support for graduate student research projects and/or conference presentation is offered through the Office of Research.  For more information, visit the Campus Grants page .

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• Application to Transfer to the Health Concentration
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The Department of Psychology at Western Michigan University offers a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Clinical Psychology.

The clinical psychology doctoral program in the Department of Psychology at Western Michigan University is designed to provide broad clinical training utilizing a scientist-practitioner model. Graduates from this program are competent to function in a variety of professional roles including research, practice and college teaching. The balance of research and practice is obtained in part by practicum and research training within an on-site clinic, as well as practical experience in community agencies and research activities within faculty members’ independent laboratories.

The program is accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Formats:  In-person

Credits required: Bachelor's degree with 18 semester hours in psychology

Minimum GPA:  3.0

GRE:  Recommended, but not required 

Application deadlines:

• PhD - Dec. 1

Important documents:

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Program overview

The curriculum requirements are structured according to the scientist-practitioner model as well. The orientation of the program is decidedly behavioral with an emphasis on empirical research and empirically supported practice. All students are exposed to the broad content areas of the field.

A master of arts degree is earned in the process of earning a Ph.D.; however, all students will be permitted to complete the requirements for the doctorate only insofar as their performance merits continuance in the program. The program is planned as a six year curriculum with the sixth year comprising the doctoral internship. Students entering the program with prior graduate training may accelerate their training if faculty approve the adequacy of specific program requirements.

The Ph.D. program requires successful completion of 95 credit hours of academic work including practica, internship, advanced doctoral coursework, a comprehensive examination, a thesis and a dissertation. Ph.D. students must finish a 750-hour pre-masters practicum, many of which are completed at the internal  Psychology Clinic , a 500-hour post-masters practicum and a 2000-hour pre-doctoral internship in a healthcare setting.

Program details

Credit requirements to degree:

• 95 hours of academic work
• 750-hour pre-masters practicum
• 500-hour post-masters practicum
• 2,000-hour pre-doctoral internship

Our philosophy

The clinical psychology program is dedicated to preparing competent intervention oriented clinical psychologists. Our training program has a behavioral orientation and operates according to the scientist-practitioner model. Doctoral-level graduates are prepared to function in professional roles that involve teaching, research, administration and direct clinical service. Recent graduates have typically taken academic faculty positions, faculty and post-doctoral positions at university based medical centers, and private practice positions. Students work closely with faculty and other clinical psychologists throughout their training.

The clinical psychology faculty is committed to making the educational experience a positive one for everyone involved. Every effort is made to meet the legitimate needs of students, including those with special requirements.

Program requirements

Review the complete list of  doctoral program requirements .

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Financial Support

All admitted students receive a commitment of financial support in the form of an assistantship for the first year of the program and every effort will be made to maintain this level of funding for three years. Funding typically takes the form of teaching, research or clinical assistantships. Students are also encouraged to apply for the following  programs : Graduate College fellowships, and Thurgood Marshall Awards or King/Chavez/Parks Fellowships for members of underrepresented groups. To learn more on the cost of attending graduate school,  see financial information .

Application information

The Department of Psychology at Western Michigan University uses the graduate online application process. If you have questions about the application process, contact  Amber Hutson , the graduate training administrative assistant.

In preparation for applying, the following material will need to be gathered:

• All official transcripts from any college or university attended.
• The GRE is recommended, but not required for both the clinical psychology program.
• Minimum scores corresponding to the 50th percentile on the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE.
• Personal Statement (submitted through online application)
• Professional Goals Statement limited to two pages (submitted through online application) including the following:
• Research and clinical experience
• Research and clinical interests
• Practicum experience
• Other relevant experiences
• Post graduation professional goals
• List of clinical program faculty to apply with and why
• Curriculum Vitae (submitted through online application)
• Three letters of recommendation (submitted through online application)
• Include a writing sample, maximum of 20 pages, unbound. (e.g., publication, portion of honor’s thesis, presentation, class paper).
• Supplemental Questions (submitted through online application)
• For international students, TOEL or IETLS scores.

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* Applications will be reviewed only if all material is completely submitted by the application deadline.

The faculty seek qualified students for training in the Doctor of Philosophy program and especially encourage members of historically underrepresented groups including ethnic and racial minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Applicants with criminal convictions should be aware that felony convictions will likely make it difficult to complete the external agency training experiences (i.e., external practicum, internship) required for the Ph.D. If students are unable to obtain and complete these required experiences, their program of study will not be able to completed nor will they be able to graduate. In addition, be aware that students may not be eligible for renew their license by the State of Michigan Board of Psychology or the boards of other states.

The Michigan Board of Psychology has indicated on their Web page that applicants who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor will be reviewed on an individual basis and that they take into consideration the type of conviction, the age at the time of the incident and the time elapsed since the conviction. Thus, it is also possible that future employment would be limited.

• A bachelor's degree with at least 18 semester hours in psychology
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Application materials for main campus programs are due by  Dec. 1. 

• Given COVID considerations, applications for clinical psychology will be considered after this due date through  April 1  and are encouraged.
• Admissions will be made until the cohort is at capacity.
• Priority review will be given to those who met the initial application deadline.     

How students are admitted?

Students are admitted by the psychology faculty. Many aspects of a student’s background are considered when admissions decisions are made including GRE scores, GPA, letters of reference, research and work experience, social and professional skills, and the extent to which the interests of the applicants match the program’s offerings and strengths.

What are the average GREs and average GPAs of students who are admitted the program?

We only require the verbal and quantitative sections of the GREs for the program that require the test. Programs like to see test scores in the top 50th percentile. The average GPA of admitted students (on a 4 point scale) was 3.65.

Is the psychology GRE subject test required for admission?

The subject test is not required for any program within the Department of Psychology. 

I took the GRE more than once. Will you take the best of all my scores?

Yes. We will take the best GRE score across all tests as long as they were sent to WMU.

How do letters of recommendations work and how are they submitted?

Applicants will provide contact information for the letter writer and the application system will send an email request to them directly; everything is requested and submitted online. Applicants do not need to wait until letters have been returned to WMU to submit their application,

Do I need to list a faculty member on the supplemental application?

Yes. Applications are reviewed by faculty based on who is applying with them. It is very important that applicants indicate at least one faculty on their supplemental application.

Will my graduate level credits transfer to WMU from another university?

Transferring courses from another university is discussed with the faculty advisor before they are submitted to the instructor and department for approval. We do not transfer in courses before applicants have been been admitted.

Should I visit WMU while applying?

If you would like to know more about the program and/or interact with faculty members prior to applying, then it is a good idea to visit WMU. However, it is not necessary. During the admissions process, we will contact you and invite you for an interview if you are being considered for admission. It is very important that you attend this interview, if you are invited.

When will I know if I have been accepted?

Letters notifying applicants of their status are sent by April 15.

After graduation

Clinical psychology graduates may find careers in:

• Academic faculty positions
• Clinical faculty positions at medical schools and veterans administration medical centers
• Private practice

Clinical Program Facts

• The program has been accredited by the  American Psychological Association  since 1991.
• The next visit by the American Psychological Association will be in 2027.
• The program is structured around the scientist-practitioner model.
• Anxiety disorders/PTSD
• Behavior health in primary care
• Behavioral medicine
• Behavioral pediatrics
• Child injury and maltreatment
• Emotion regulation/experiential avoidance
• Habit behavior
• Interpersonal victimization
• Multimedia-based treatment
• Psychotherapy process and outcomes
• Sexual deviations and dysfunctions

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The University Psychological Clinic provides psychoeducational evaluations and evidence-based psychotherapy to students, staff, and faculty at the University of Michigan as well as members of the local community and southeast Michigan.

That translates to compassionate, confidential services such as one-on-one therapy, group therapy, couples counseling, testing for things like ADHD and more. Our services are integrated, meaning we apply a variety of approaches that are personalized to each client who comes through our doors. 

The University Psychological Clinic also provides professional training for clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, as well as psychiatry residents.

Our professional services and our professional training program are accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Council on Accreditation (COA).

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Department of Psychology College of Social Science

Clinical science.

Welcome to the Clinical Science area at Michigan State University!

Continuously accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1948, we are deeply rooted in the field of Clinical Science education and research. Our graduates have gone on to be leaders and innovators in the field of psychological clinical science. We are very proud of the varied paths they have chosen and the many ways in which they have contributed to clinical psychological science.

The Behavioral Sciences Department at University of Michigan-Dearborn offers a Master of Science (MS) in Psychology in two specializations.

The  Specialization in Clinical Health Psychology  is a two-year 48-credit program that trains mental health care providers to work in primary care settings, as well as more traditional clinical psychology settings.

The  Specialization in Health Psychology  is a two-year 39-credit program that provides students with intensive training in one or more content areas within Health Psychology

Learning Goals

Graduate Clinical Health Psychology Program Goals

• Psychotherapy Skills Acquisition: To train students in the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective and ethical psychotherapist. This includes the ability to treat a variety of psychopathologies employing a clear theoretical perspective, and apply behavioral medicine therapies for medical conditions. 
• Assessment Skills Acquisition: To train students in the skills and knowledge necessary to accurately and efficiently determine a broad range of functioning and health including psychological assessment and diagnosing psychopathology. This includes assessing the role of psychological processes as contributing factors to traditional medical concerns. 
• Testing Skills Acquisition: To train students in the application and use of personality and cognitive testing. This includes the administration, scoring, and interpretation of common psychological tests. 
• Research Methods: To train students to understand and apply research on disease/disorder etiology and treatment to their clinical practice. 
• Professional and Ethical Development: To indoctrinate students into their role and identity as professional healthcare providers
• Professional Report Writing: To train students in professional communication and report writing including intake assessment reports and psychological testing reports. 
• Knowledge of Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine: Students will be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of the major concepts used in health psychology and behavioral medicine. This includes a general understanding of basic theories, research findings, and medical knowledge used within these disciplines.

Graduate Health Psychology Program Goals

• Research Methods: To train students to conduct independent research related to topics in psychology, health psychology, and behavioral medicine. This includes being able to conduct a literature search, develop hypothesis, design appropriate methodologies and collect data, statistically analyze data, and interpret the results within a sound theoretical framework. 
• Program Evaluation: Students will be able to conduct an evaluation of a clinically oriented program including evaluating program effectiveness and efficiency. 
• Professional and Ethical Development: To indoctrinate students into their role and identity as professional healthcare researchers. 
• Professional Writing: To train students in professional communication and report writing including the completion of a thesis or project manuscript. 
• Knowledge of Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine: Students will be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of the major concepts and research methods used in health psychology and behavioral medicine. This includes a general understanding of basic theories, research findings, and research methods used within these disciplines. 

PSYC 505     Gender Roles     3 Credit Hours

This course will investigate the development of gender roles in childhood and adolescence due to either innate physiological differences or sociological patterning, the effect of gender roles upon male-female relationships within our society, and the possibility of transcending sociological gender roles in alternate modes of living. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version SOC 443 . Students cannot receive credit for both SOC 443 and SOC 543 . (YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 170 or PSYC 171 or SOC 200 or SOC 201

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Class is Graduate

PSYC 507     Psychology of Adolescence     3 Credit Hours

Considers adolescence as an interaction of rapid biological and social change. Examines the theoretical and empirical literature in some detail. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 407 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 407 and PSYC 507 . (YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 170 or PSYC 171 or PSYC 101

PSYC 512     Psychology of Aging     3 Credit Hours

This course examines development of the individual from middle adulthood through old age. Special emphasis is given to the understanding of developmental theories and issues in adulthood. Topics include biological basis, socialization, family relationships, personality, and intellectual development in the aging individual. (F,W)

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Level is Graduate

PSYC 523     Multicultural Counseling     3 Credit Hours

This course will explore multicultural issues in counseling and clinical psychology. The central focus for this course will be ethnic and racial diversity, although attention will be given to gender, sexual orientation, age and socio-economic status as they relate to issues of diversity in counseling. Students will gain an appreciation of the complexities of the influence of culture on social, emotional, behavioral and cognitive development, and the major issues involved in assessment and treatment of diverse clients and their families. (F)

PSYC 530     Psychology in the Workplace     3 Credit Hours

This course introduces students to some of the core content areas of Industrial/Organizational (I/O) psychology. These content areas include: selection, training, performance appraisal, work teams, job design, motivation, leadership, union-management relations, and stress and health in the workplace. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 4305 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 4305 and PSYC 530 . (YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 170 or PSYC 171 or OB 354 or PSYC 101

PSYC 531     Organizational Entry     3 Credit Hours

An in-depth consideration of the psychological aspects of the organizational entry process. Topics include recruitment, selection, orientation, socialization, and training. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version. Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 431 and PSYC 531 . (OC).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 170 * or HRM 405* or PSYC 171 *

PSYC 540     Abnormal Psychology     3 Credit Hours

An introduction to the field of psychopathology, the study of mental disorders. Includes exposure to a number of historical and theoretical perspectives, each with their own theories, methodologies, and treatment approaches. Disorders covered will include: anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, sexual disorders, and psychosomatic disorders. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 440 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 440 and PSYC 540 . (YR).

PSYC 542     Child Psychopathology     3 Credit Hours

A review of the major psychological disorders of children from birth to adolescence. These disorders are considered from a clinical and theoretical point of view. In addition to an examination of causes, approaches to treatment and behavior modifications are considered. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 442 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 442 and PSYC 542 . (YR).

PSYC 544     Personality Assessment     4 Credit Hours

This is a course in methods of assessing personality. The theory and methods of observation, interviewing, and psychological testing are discussed and then employed in brief, individually-designed studies. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 4445 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 4445 and PSYC 544 . (AY).

PSYC 545     Advanced Psychopathology     3 Credit Hours

This course is designed for graduate students who require an advanced knowledge of psychological disorders and their diagnosis. Course content includes an overview of the symptoms, etiology, and treatment alternatives for major psychological disorders. The emphasis includes both an overview of research based knowledge and practical application of the current diagnostic system.

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Class is Graduate Can enroll if Level is Graduate Can enroll if College is Arts, Sciences, and Letters Can enroll if Program is MS-Psychology

PSYC 546     Human Sexual Behavior     3 Credit Hours

A comprehensive review of facts about human sexuality. The emphasis is on psychological aspects of sex, but there is also a consideration of genetic, physiological, and anatomical aspects of sex, and contemporary issues. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 446 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 446 and PSYC 546 . (AY).

PSYC 547     Therapeutic Intervention     4 Credit Hours

This course provides an introduction to the theories, practice, and ethical issues in clinical psychology. The emphasis is on the application of psychotherapeutic processes. Topics include ethical practices, formation of a therapeutic relationship, use of basic counseling skills, differing clinical orientations, and a review of relevant research. (W)

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Class is Graduate Can enroll if Program is MS-Psychology

PSYC 548     Psychological Assessment I     4 Credit Hours

This course is the first of a two-course sequence for graduate students who require an advanced knowledge of psychological assessment. Course content includes an overview of interviewing, behavioral observations, and personality tests used in clinical practice. The emphasis includes both an overview of research-based knowledge and practical application of assessment techniques through supervised lab experience. Only individuals admitted to the Clinical Health Psychology program can enroll. (S,YR)

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 545

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Program is MS-Psychology

PSYC 549     Psychological Assessment II     4 Credit Hours

This course is the second of a two-course sequence designed for graduate students who require an advanced knowledge of psychological assessment. Course content includes an overview of tests and measures used in clinical practice, particularly those used in the assessment of intelligence, achievement, adaptive behavior, and child evaluation. The emphasis includes both an overview of research-based knowledge and practical application of assessment techniques through supervised lab experience. (F)

PSYC 550     Personality Theory     3 Credit Hours

A comparative review and examination of leading theories of personality, their basic concepts, similarities and differences, applications in clinical psychology, in education, social planning and in research. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 450 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 450 and PSYC 550 . (YR).

PSYC 552     Adv Tech in Therapeutic Inter     3 Credit Hours

This course introduces clinical health psychology graduate students to the theory and application of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness therapies. The course is aimed at providing students with a thorough understanding of the theory behind these modalities, as well as the experiential application of the associated therapy techniques in a clinical setting.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 547

PSYC 555     Health Psychology     3 Credit Hours

A discussion of the research on health promotion, psychological factors in the development of illness, cognitive representations of health and illness, stress and coping, social support, nutrition and exercise. Focus will be on the factors related to the development and maintenance of optimal health. (YR).

PSYC 557     Advanced Health Psychology     3 Credit Hours

This course will examine the research on psychological factors associated with the development and/or progression of illness, as well as psychological and social factors in health promotion. Topics include cognitive and social representation of health and illness, stress and coping, factors and interventions for behavioral change and the development of healthy lifestyles, and the treatment of psychological and behavioral risk factors for illness.

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Level is Graduate Can enroll if Program is MS-Psychology

PSYC 561     Learning and Memory     3 Credit Hours

A consideration of major theories and research results related to learning and memory. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 461 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 461 and PSYC 561 . (YR).

PSYC 563     Sensation and Perception     3 Credit Hours

Analysis of basic sensory and perceptual phenomena with a review of relevant behavioral and physiological literature. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 463 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 463 and PSYC 563 . (YR).

PSYC 564     Applied Cognitive Psych     3 Credit Hours

The focus will be on the application of principles of cognitive psychology (defined broadly to include sensation and perception) to benefit the student in real-life settings. Specific areas might include human factors, retention, recall, attention, reasoning, problem-solving, decision making, reading, comprehension, learning, and language. (S,YR)

PSYC 565     Ind&Grp Tech in Cln Hlth Psyc     3 Credit Hours

An introduction to the variety of assessment and intervention procedures used by health psychologists in medical settings; issues in medical consultation and liaison. Techniques discussed fall in areas such as stress management, smoking cessation, weight management, and the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and HIV/AIDS. The theoretical, conceptual, and empirical bases of intervention will be stressed. Prerequisites required or permission of instructor. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Health Psychology Program. (YR).

PSYC 570     Advanced Physiological Psych     3 Credit Hours

Further study of the subject matter of PSYC 431 . Advanced study of topics in the area of psychology. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 470 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 470 and PSYC 570 . (YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 370

PSYC 574     Animal Learning and Cognition     3 Credit Hours

Animal Intelligence involves the study of human and non-human animal behavior and cognition in an evolutionary and comparative framework. As an introduction to human and non-human animal cognition and though processes this course will examine topics such as problem-solving, spatial cognition, categorization, memory, number concepts, tool-use and tool-production, insight, imitation, social cognition, self-recognition and language(-like) behavior. In addition to discussing basic experimental findings about cognition in animals, an emphasis is placed on the logic and evidence used to justify theoretical conclusions. The course requires reading and critiquing original journal articles in addition to textbook chapters for foundational concepts.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 372 or PSYC 363 or PSYC 461 or BIOL 419 or BIOL 456 or ANTH 336

PSYC 575     Bio Foundations of Health Psyc     3 Credit Hours

Advanced study of the anatomical, physiological, and chemical correlates of behavior and mental processes, including the relationships among brain and body function/structure (neurochemistry, histology, anatomy), psychological variables (motor behavior, motivation, emotion, perception, learning, memory), health, and mental and physical illness. Integrates experimental and clinical research methodologies. Prerequisites or permission of instructor. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Health Psychology Program. (YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 555 or PSYC 455 or PSYC 557

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Class is Junior or Senior or Graduate

PSYC 579     Psychopharmacology     3 Credit Hours

This course will provide students with an introduction to the use of psychotropic medications for the treatment of various mental health conditions. The course is designed to give students history and current knowledge of pharmacodynamics, therapeutic indication, side effects, and efficacy treatment. The course will also examine the ethical and societal factors that are involved in the use of psychotropic medications. (W, OC)

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 545 or PSYC 575

PSYC 5825     Basic Methods Health Psych     3 Credit Hours

This course assumes a basic background in statistics and methodology and builds from there, with special emphasis on methodological issues and statistical techniques appropriate to Health Psychology. Computer skills related to statistical packages, databases, etc. will be stressed. Specific methods and analyses include multiple regression, ANOVA, ANCOVA, MANOVA, factor analysis, power, validity, experimental design, placebo effects, and random sampling. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Health Psychology Program. (F).

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Class is Senior or Graduate

PSYC 5835     Adv Methods Health Psych     3 Credit Hours

As a continuation of PSYC 5825 , this course assumes a more advanced background in statistics and methodology. The course focuses on methodological issues and statistical techniques appropriate to Health Psychology. Computer skills related to statistical packages, databases, etc. will be stressed. Specific methods and analyses include survey research, program evaluation, epidemiological research, qualitative research, MANCOVA, multiple regression, logistic regression, cluster analysis, and meta-analysis. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Health Psychology Program. (F).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5825

PSYC 584     Research Methods in Beh Med     3 Credit Hours

This course introduces graduate health psychology students to laboratory based research methods typically used in behavioral medicine. The focus is on laboratory methods of cardiovascular and pain research, specifically cardiovascular reactivity, heart rate variability, acute and chronic pain responses. The class also includes several special topics related to health psychology research (e.g., skin conductance, cortisol sampling, etc.). Students are responsible for physical implementation of research protocols, data analysis, and presentation of research findings. (W, YR).

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 557

Restriction(s): Can enroll if Program is

PSYC 585     Psychology Internship     3 Credit Hours

The psychology internship offers experience in a wide variety of placements dealing with human services. These include programs related to child abuse, crisis intervention, developmental disabilities, geriatrics, human resources/staff development, probation departments, teenage runaways, substance abuse, and women's issues. The program involves training in listening and helping skills. Written permission of instructor is required. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate version PSYC 485 . (F,W).

PSYC 588     Primatology Field Course     3 Credit Hours

This Primatology Field course will take students through an exploration of the scientific approach and methodology to the study of animal behavior. Students will gain experience in creating research projects and collecting data on free-ranging animals in a naturalistic environment. Preparation in lectures and activities on the campus of The University of Michigan-Dearborn will include learning about observational methods in detail, practicing developing ethograms and operational definitions, pilot data collection to modify the ethograms at the Detroit or Toledo Zoo, and use of GPS for data collection. Lecture materials will also cover topics of primate behavior and ecology. Students will spend a week observing a primate species (for example, one possible site for this field course may be to observe free-ranging lemurs at a reserve in Florida). Student’s data collection at the field site will be for five continuous days. This field course provides a unique opportunity to study rare and endangered primates species in a safe and accessible environment. Short day trips to other facilities are possible, such as a visit to an ape sanctuary. Topics covered in this field course include advanced observational methods stemming from the field of Ethology, practical development of ethograms (checksheets) and research design, best practices in GPS data collection methods, and collating and summarizing data on animal behavior into a research paper. Lecture topics will address ethological methods and research design and also how to conduct research with free-ranging nonhuman primates. In addition there will be a strong focus on health and safety precautions in the field for human and nonhuman primates, acclimation to the field site, and practicalities of data collection. For graduate credit on this course, extra journal articles and longer written papers required than for the undergraduate requirements.

Restriction(s): Cannot enroll if Class is Freshman

PSYC 590     Adv Topics in Psychology     1 to 3 Credit Hours

This course provides an introduction to the field of psychoneuroimmunology. This area of study is concerned with the multidirectional communication between psychological processes such as stress or depression and central/peripheral nervous system, endocrine system, and immune system functioning. Ultimately, this field seeks to understand the relative contribution of psychological processes to traditional disease states (cardiovascular disease, pregnancy complications, etc). Students will learn the basic functioning of the immune system, and pathways via endocrine and nervous system functioning by which psychological processes influence immune functioning. Finally, students will learn the current state of research examining the relationship between psychological processes and disease outcomes. Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 590 and PSYC 490 .

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 455 or PSYC 555

PSYC 590E     Advanced Topics in Psychology     2 Credit Hours

topic: Research and Clinical Ethics. Provides graduate psychology students with extended examination of current inforrmation and decision making strategies on professional and ethical issues associated with service delivery, research, and teaching.

PSYC 592     Individual Research     1 to 3 Credit Hours

No more than 6 hours may be counted for concentration. Arrangements will be made for adequately prepared students to undertake individual research under the direction of a member of the staff. The students, in electing, should indicate the staff member with whom the work has been arranged. Additional reading assignments or projects will distinguish this course from its undergraduate verion PSYC 492 . Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 492 and PSYC 592 . (YR).

PSYC 593     Ethical Issues     3 Credit Hours

Provides graduate psychology students with current information and decision making strategies on professional and ethical issues associated with service delivery, research, and teaching. (F,YR)

PSYC 697     Health Psych Thesis Research     3 to 6 Credit Hours

Students electing the Thesis option in the last stage of the Master of Science in Health Psychology program will work under the general supervision of a member of the graduate faculty in the Behavioral Sciences Department but will plan and carry out the work independently. A prospectus for the thesis must be approved by the Master of Science in Health Psychology program director before the student registers for the course. The student will submit a report on the thesis and give an oral presentation to a panel of faculty members when the thesis is completed. (YR)

PSYC 698     Pract. Clinical Health Psyc     3 to 6 Credit Hours

The Practicum in Clinical Health Psychology offers students supervised clinical experience in a variety of clinical health and human service settings. The practicum is designed for students in the MS in Clinical Health Psychology program who have completed all coursework related to clinical diagnoses, assessment and therapy. Written permission of instructor or Program Director required.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 545 and PSYC 547 and PSYC 548 and PSYC 549 and PSYC 565 and PSYC 593

*An asterisk denotes that a course may be taken concurrently.

Frequency of Offering

The following abbreviations are used to denote the frequency of offering: (F) fall term; (W) winter term; (S) summer term; (F, W) fall and winter terms; (YR) once a year; (AY) alternating years; (OC) offered occasionally

Ph.D. in Psychology: Clinical

Wayne State's Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology offers intensive training in clinical neuropsychology and child/adolescent clinical psychology, with additional opportunities in clinical health psychology, clinical/community psychology, substance abuse/dependence and trauma psychology. Our extensive network of affiliated faculty and facilities provides research and clinical training in many other areas, including infant mental health, gerontology, rehabilitation, forensics and primary care.

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Our students are prepared first as psychologists, second as clinical psychologists and third as clinical psychologists with specific expertise. Thus, all students receive a) discipline-specific knowledge in the broad areas of psychology, b) didactic and clinical training in psychopathology, ethics, assessment and intervention across the age range and with diverse populations and c) focused training in a specific minor area or concentration.

Our clinical psychology graduates routinely take positions of leadership and innovation in dealing with clinical problems within the context of the individual, family and community. Our urban setting and commitment to addressing the needs of the underserved allow us to offer clinical training and research opportunities in numerous clinical settings with a wide variety of health problems across a broad spectrum of socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural populations.

Ever since its initial accreditation by the APA in 1960, the Wayne State University Ph.D. program in clinical psychology has been widely recognized as a leader in the scientist-practitioner tradition. We proudly follow that model, as we educate highly skilled psychologists who competently provide a broad range of professional services, contribute to scientific development by conducting research and disseminate knowledge effectively by educating and training others.

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Fall 2024 incoming class

We expect to recruit seven or eight new students into the clinical psychology program for fall 2024. These core clinical psychology faculty are open to recruiting new graduate students:

• Christopher Trentacosta
• Emily Grekin
• Mark Lumley
• Valerie Simon

In addition, these faculty in other areas of the Department of Psychology are open to mentoring the research of graduate students who are in the clinical psychology program. Students working with one of these faculty have a clinical area faculty member on their mentoring team to serve as a clinical area advisor:

• Olivenne Skinner
• Ty Partridge

These clinical psychology faculty are not recruiting students:

• Douglas Barnett
• John Woodard
• Lisa Rapport

Note that the GRE General Test and psychology subtest will be accepted as optional or supplementary material to your application for fall 2024 admission. You may submit one or both sets of scores for consideration if you wish. We will review all applications, with or without GRE scores.

Our admissions interviews will be scheduled for mid to late February 2024. We have not yet decided whether interviews will be held in person or remotely. If interviews are remote, applicants who are offered admission will be able to visit the campus prior to making their decision if they wish.

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Concentrations in clinical psychology

Our program has long been a national leader in clinical neuropsychology training. We are affiliated with APA Division 40 (neuropsychology) and provide education that is consistent with the Houston conference guidelines for training in clinical neuropsychology. Our program collaborates with Wayne State's Institute of Gerontology and is a member of the Council of Professional Gerontology Training Programs.

Students interested in this concentration are expected to complete courses in the biological basis of behavior, clinical neuropsychology, neuropsychological assessment and may take other courses such as neuroscience and neuroanatomy. These students receive clinical neuropsychology training at various placements in the Detroit area, such as the Rehabilitation Institute of Medicine, Ann Arbor VA, the University of Michigan Medical Center, Beaumont Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital and Children's Hospital, where they are supervised by neuropsychologists. Research related to neuropsychology is usually mentored by Drs. Lisa Rapport or John Woodard (and occasionally by Peter Lichtenberg ) and for those interested in child/pediatric neuropsychology, by Dr. Sarah Raz .

Our program is a member of the Clinical Child and Pediatric Psychology Training Council (CCaPPTC) . Students who wish to pursue a career working with children or adolescents typically complete advanced courses in child psychopathology and various courses related to developmental psychology.

A dual-title Ph.D. in Infant Mental Health is also available. Students receive clinical training at the Children's Center, General Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine (GPAM), Project Challenge at Children's Hospital, Hawthorn Center, The Guidance Center and several private or group practices run by our alumni. Student research in child clinical psychology is usually mentored by Drs. Douglas Barnett , Christopher Trentacosta or Valerie Simon , as well as developmental psychologist, Marjorie Beeghly .

Other training foci

Our program is a member of the Council of Clinical Health Psychology Training Programs (CCHPTP). Students who wish to pursue careers in medically-oriented settings or health-related problems typically will take Health Psychology I and II and Biological Bases of Health Psychology. These students receive clinical training (and often conduct outside research) at Beaumont Family Medicine, Henry Ford Hospital, Beaumont Pain Clinic and Wayne State Life Stress Center. Student research in health psychology is usually mentored by Dr. Mark Lumley as well as social health psychologist, Dr. Samuele Zilioli .

Students wishing to focus on community-based problems such as homelessness, poverty, serious mental illness and related issues will usually complete Community Psychology or Theories and Methods of Program Evaluation, as well as courses outside the department (e.g., public health). These students receive clinical training in setting such as the Michigan Forensic Center, the Wayne State Counseling and Psychological Services center and local community mental health organizations. Student research is usually mentored by Dr. Paul Toro .

Students interested in this topic usually conduct research with Dr. Emily Grekin and possibly with other departmental faculty such as social psychologists Antonia Abbey , Catalina Kopetz , or Tim Bogg . Clinical training is typically conducted at Wayne State's Tolan Park Substance Abuse Program, which usually includes clinical research opportunities. Coursework in addictions can be taken in the psychiatry department.

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Majoring in clinical psychology encompasses:

• Discipline-specific knowledge about the biological, social, cognitive, affective and developmental bases of behavior, along with the history of psychology.
• Profession-wide competencies, including professional ethics, psychopathology, psychological assessment, psychological interventions, supervision and consultation and research methods and statistics.
• Clinical training at our in-house Psychology Clinic , external placements and an accredited predoctoral internship
• Research training in faculty laboratories and sometimes at external training sites.

All of the above are conducted with substantial exposure to and training in individual and cultural diversity, ethical and legal standards and communication and interpersonal skills.

Admission to our clinical psychology Ph.D. program is competitive. Each year, we receive about 200 to 250 applications, interview about 35 applicants and admit about 10 to 14 applicants to obtain an incoming class of seven or eight students. Admitted applicants' undergraduate (or master's program) GPAs are always above 3.0 (and usually much higher) and they show evidence of strong language and writing skills as well as quantitative abilities (e.g., good grades in statistics or other math courses or evidence or statistical skill in their research).

Although we are a scientist-practitioner program, we are more research-oriented than many programs that follow this model; thus, experience in conducting research and interest in continuing to do so are vital and weighed heavily in admissions . Student match with our program's philosophy and with specific faculty research areas are also very important considerations. Potential applicants should consider the interests and expertise of our faculty, compare them to their own educational goals and discuss this in their personal statement as well as identify potential mentors of interest on the application portal .

Three letters of recommendation should provide us with valuable information about applicants' past level of achievement, their potential for excellence in academic, research, clinical settings and their emotional and interpersonal maturity to become a clinician.

It's important to note that we review applicants' entire portfolio to obtain a holistic picture of their backgrounds and unique characteristics . We seek applicants who demonstrate not only strong academic, research and clinical potential, but also initiative, resilience and leadership characteristics. We seek applicants who are committed to improving the lives of urban populations, including ethnic/racial minorities and the socioeconomically disadvantaged.  We also encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds are under-represented in clinical psychology .

The program is year-round, intensive and full-time ; students often spend 60+ hours per week in program-related activities. Most of our students spend five years in residence before conducting a year-long internship in their sixth year, at the end of which they graduate. Students entering with a master's degree in psychology may spend one year less in the program (i.e., four years in residence and one year on internship). The department strives to ensure that all students who are making good progress are funded (a stipend plus almost all of their tuition) for the first four years and students are routinely funded in their fifth year as well.

The Clinical Psychology Graduate Student Handbook provides extensive information about our program. We invite you to review this to learn more about our program. Applicants who are made an offer of admission to our program are expected to read this handbook and endorse its content (including ethics policies) as a condition of admission.

As a member of the Council of University Directors of Clinical Training (CUDCP), our program adheres to CUDCP's policies and guidelines for graduate school admissions, offers and acceptance. For additional information about these policies, see the summary of CUDCP policy . More information about clinical psychology and application tips also can be found at clinicalpsychgradschool.org , offered by CUDCP.

The Ph.D. program in clinical psychology at Wayne State University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association through 2028. Questions related to the program's accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:

American Psychological Association Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation 750 First Street, NE Washington, DC 20002-4242 202-336-5979, [email protected]

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