I chose to study Clinical Psychology here at Marywood because not only is the campus welcoming, but the Psychology department is immaculate. All my professors know me by fi...
Clinical psychology is one of the largest specialty areas within psychology. Having a passion for discovery, learning, and listening are part of what it takes to be successful as a psychologist who delivers clinical or counseling services. Psychologists trained to provide clinical services work in research, education, training, and health sectors. Others specialize in areas such as counseling and school psychology. Working with numerous populations, they focus on individual differences, normal and abnormal behavior, mental and emotional health, healthy behaviors and mental disorders and their prevention.
Earning a Bachelor of Science degree with the Psychology - Clinical Services track at Marywood University will set your career as a psychologist in motion. As a Clinical Psychology major, our faculty will provide you with an in-depth understanding of human behavior and a broad interdisciplinary study of humanity. You'll be trained in scientific and critical thinking and in research methods and statistical analysis; you'll learn to see psychology as an approach to solving problems and discovering new ideas. You will gain advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of clinical psychology along with applied experience through internship.
The 48-credit Clinical Track involves preparation for professional careers in clinical psychology and related areas, including but not limited to counseling, school psychology, and neuropsychology. Those who desire employment in the field immediately after graduation, and/or who seek to pursue graduate study in clinical psychology or related areas, should pursue the Clinical Track.
Internship opportuntiies
Preparation for field work after graduation
Hands-on experience
State-of-the-art facilities
Students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of psychology through our Field Placement course offered every spring for undergraduate psychology students. Students work in a variety of settings, including but not limited to: inpatient and outpatient treatment facilities, crisis service centers, domestic violence shelters, daycare and school settings, assisted living facilities, hospice centers, veterans’ centers, homeless shelters, and forensic sites. In Field Placement, students will develop skills and knowledge for their future career and critically-evaluate the connections between their academic and real-world experiences.
About 50% of our Bachelor of Science in Psychology students pursue future graduate work in psychology and counseling, and Marywood is poised to support those who do! In the Department of Psychology & Counseling, students can apply to programs in:
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Clinical Psychology – APA-Accredited program
Master of Arts (MA), Clinical Mental Health Counseling – CACREP-Accredited program
Master of Science (MS), Counselor Education P-12 (School Counseling) – CACREP-Accredited program
Educational Specialist, School Psychology – Currently undergoing NASP-Accreditation
From Day 1, students will receive a designated full-time adviser who is a faculty member of the Department of Psychology and Counseling. Each student will work closely with their advisor to develop an optimal program of study that will help them to explore, identify, and refine their career goals. Students can also gain direct mentorship through one-on-one experiential learning courses focused on psychology research or teaching in higher education.
I chose to study Clinical Psychology here at Marywood because not only is the campus welcoming, but the Psychology department is immaculate. All my professors know me by fi...
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