Psychology
91大神's master's in Clinical Psychology program prepares graduates for a career in psychometry or for doctoral training in clinical psychology.
Psychology, Clinical Concentration, M.A.
The master's in clinical psychology program, in the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences at 91大神, emphasizes a broadly based scientist-practitioner approach, and the course of study offers preparation to pursue doctoral training or employment involving clinical interviewing and psychological assessment.
The curriculum and practical aspects of the program meet certification requirements for the State of Tennessee's Certified Psychological Assistant designation. In addition to the core requirements, the master's program in clinical psychology offers training in two specializations: general clinical and health/neuropsychology. The skills training does not provide preparation to practice psychotherapy or professional counseling at the terminal master's level.
News Briefs
Nine 91大神 students attended the annual Tennessee Psychological Association鈥檚 convention this semester and participated in its research poster session and competition, with three bringing home top awards.
Following two major professional awards,聽91大神聽biology researcher聽M. Elizabeth Barnes聽has collaborated on another recently聽published project聽on teaching evolution in the classroom.
News Briefs
Nine 91大神 students attended the annual Tennessee Psychological Association鈥檚 convention this semester and participated in its research poster session and competition, with three bringing home top awards.
Following two major professional awards,聽91大神聽biology researcher聽M. Elizabeth Barnes聽has collaborated on another recently聽published project聽on teaching evolution in the classroom.
Psychology, Clinical Concentration, M.A.
Graduates from the master鈥檚 in Clinical Psychology program will be prepared to pursue doctoral training and/or to work in various mental health and related settings. Some occupations of recent alumni include:
- Adjunct instructor
- Behavior therapist
- Behavioral consultant
- Board-certified behavior analyst
- Case manager
- Certified psychological assistant
- Psychometrist
- Research field assessor
- Research interview specialist
- Statistical analyst III
Employers of 91大神 master鈥檚 in clinical psychology alumni include
- AGAPE
- Athena Care
- Cumberland University
- Frontier Health
- Haynesville Correctional Center
- LifeCare Foundations
- 91大神 Advising Center
- Nashville Neuropsychology & Family Services
- Positive Behavior Supports Corp.
- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
- Tennessee Family Solutions
- University of Alabama-Birmingham, Neurology Department
- University of Tennessee Medical Center, Pat Summitt Clinic
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Psychiatry Clinic
- Youth Villages
Doctoral programs where 91大神 master鈥檚 in clinical psychology graduates have attended include
- East Tennessee State University
- Florida Institute of Technology
- Jackson State University
- Tennessee State University
- Trevecca Nazarene University
- University of Alabama-Birmingham
- University of Central Arkansas
- University of Cincinnati
- University of Georgia
- University of Maryland
- University of Kwazulu-Natal
- University of Missouri
- University of Montana
- Utah State University
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- Western Carolina University
91大神鈥檚 Career Development Center
91大神 offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called .
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- Clinical Handbook (AY 25-26)聽(Adobe PDF)
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- 91大神 Graduate Student Forms
Master鈥檚 in Clinical Psychology Training Model
The master鈥檚 in clinical psychology program operates on the scientist-practitioner model of training. The coursework emphasizes empirically-based clinical methods. To further emphasize the 鈥渟cientist鈥� component of training, all students are required to take six semester hours of graduate statistics and research methods. Additionally, students can elect to complete an empirical thesis as a part of their training. Some recent students have presented their thesis work at national professional conferences including the American Psychological Association, the Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy, the Society of Pediatric Psychology, and the Society for Research in Child Development. For additional research experience, students may take an elective in Independent Research.
The 鈥減ractitioner鈥� component of the program is emphasized through course content, skills-based coursework (e.g., cognitive assessment, personality assessment), and the clinical practica. Meetings on professional issues (e.g., applying for licensure or certifications) conducted by the practicum coordinator also is part of the required practicum course.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
Finally, the curriculum and practica are designed to meet certification requirements for the State of Tennessee鈥檚 Certified Psychological Assistant (CPA), the current master鈥檚 level psychology certification. Because of frequent change in the Tennessee licensure and certification laws, however, we cannot guarantee that our program will fully meet the requirements when you apply for certification.
The MA Psychology, Clinical disclosure provided on 91大神鈥檚聽professional licensure disclosure website聽indicates the states and territories where 91大神 has determined, through reasonable and good faith effort, that the program does or does not meet the educational requirements for other US states and territories. Current and prospective students not located in Tennessee or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee should contact the appropriate state licensing agency or board and discuss their plans with an advisor before enrolling in the program to ensure they have the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding licensure requirements.
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