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Master of Science in Clinical
Psychology
The Clinical Psychology program provides
the opportunity for the student to understand, evaluate,
and counsel persons with psychological problems, and to
draw upon community resources for assistance in working
with these persons. During completion of the 60-hour M.S.
degree and approved practica, the student is provided the
opportunity to administer psychological tests and use various
techniques of counseling and psychotherapy, behavior therapy
and biofeedback. Students who complete all requirements
in the clinical area, and who become licensed, often work
in psychiatric hospitals, in mental health centers, or
with doctorate-level psychologists in private practice.
Students may complete a general program of study in clinical
psychology or may choose one of two specializations described
below. The M.S. degree plan fulfills the educational requirements
necessary to qualify for the Licensed Psychological Associate
licensure from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
A Specialization in Neuropsychology is available for graduate
students completing an M.S. in Clinical Psychology. The
15-hour neuropsychology sequence is included in the 24
hours of courses beyond the required 36 hours of foundation
courses. The clinical neuropsychology specialization is
also available for students with a master's or doctoral
degree who desire training in neuropsychology. The sequence
of courses includes brain functioning and neuroanatomy,
psychopharmacology, organic mental diseases, diagnosis
and neuropsychological assessment. Upon successful completion
of the 15-hour sequence and a comprehensive
exam, a certificate will be awarded.
The specialization in School Psychology provides the opportunity
for the student to evaluate, counsel, prescribe and implement
remedial procedures for students with behavioral, intellectual,
and emotional problems. Because of the broad scope of this
program, graduates may not be limited to employment in
school settings. In accordance with state requirements
and in relation to the UT Tyler degree plan, the school
specialization requires a 36-hour specialization sequence
beyond the 30 hours of foundation courses for a total of
66 hours. This specialization fulfills the educational
requirements necessary to qualify for the Licensed Specialist
in School Psychology from the Texas State Board of Examiners
of Psychologists.
Master of Science in Clinical
Psychology Degree Plan:
All students must complete the Foundation courses (A)
totaling 33 to 36 hours, and an additional 24 to 30 hours
either in the General Clinical preparation (B) or in a
Specialization area. (C) Students with an interest in School
Psychology or Neuropsychology should select one of the
specializations.
Total semester credit hours for clinical is 60 hours.
Total semester credit hours for school psychology is 66
hours.
A. Foundations (33 or 36 hours)
- PSYC 5308 Advanced Psychopathology
- PSYC 5312 Counseling Theories
- PSYC 5328 Issues & Professional Ethics
- PSYC 5340 Advanced Psychological Statistics and Design
- PSYC 5354 Psycholpharmacology (School Psychology students
may substitute)
- PSYC 5361 Behavior Modification
- PSYC 5366 Assessment of Individual Mental Ability I
- PSYC 5368 Assessment of Personality
- PSYC 5392 Applied Counseling Practice
- PSYC 5393 Applied Therapy
- PSYC 5396 Supervised Practicum in Psychology
- PSYC 5397 Supervised Practicum in Psychology (Not required
for School Psychology students)
B. General Clinical Preparation (Non-Specialization) (Select
24 hours)
Students who wish to complete the general program of study
in Clinical Psychology may choose their remaining 24 hours
from the graduate psychology and counseling courses listed
in the course
descriptions. They should consult their faculty advisor
and specify the courses in their degree plans.
C. Specialization Areas
Rather than choosing the General Clinical preparation,
students may select one of the Specialization areas.
Neuropsychology Specialization* (24 hours)
- PSYC 5350 Clinical Neuropsychology
- PSYC 5352 Neuropharmacological Bases of Behavior
- PSYC 5356 Neuropsychological Assessment of Memory
- PSYC 5358 Neuropsychological Assessment: Halstead-Reitan
- PSYC 5370 Principles and Bioinstrumentation Theory
in Bio-feedback
- 9 elective hours with advisor approval
*Substitutions to meet individual needs and interests
are possible with prior advisor approval.
School Psychology Specialization (33 hours)
- PSYC 5320 Advanced Study in Human Growth and Development
- PSYC 5326 Psychological Consultation
- PSYC 5330 Counseling Children and Adolescents
- PSYC 5345 Group Processes
- PSYC 5369 Psychological Assessment of Children and
Adolescents
- PSYC 5388 Supervised Internship in School Psychology
- PSYC 5389 Supervised Internship in School Psychology
- COUN 5324 Cultural Diversity of Clients
- Select one from:
EDLR 5333 Administration of Special Programs in Schools
EDSP 5350 Overview of Special Education
- Select one from:
EDSP 5368 Seminar: Educational Strategies for Special
Education
EDUC 5328 Instructional Leadership Training
EDUC 5352 Curriculum Development: Early Childhood - Adult
Education
- EDUC 5303 Applied Learning Theories
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