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UT Tyler Psychology and Counseling
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 with an emphasis in cognitive behavioral therapy. 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 subplans 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 clinical neuropsychology subplan 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. The subplan 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.
Admission Requirements and Application Procedure
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology Degree Plans
M.S. in Clinical Psychology - General
| Prefix & Course No | Course Title | School | Credit Hrs |
| PSYC 5308 | Advanced Psychopathology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5312 | Counseling Theories | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5328 | Issues and Professional Ethics | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5340 | Advanced Psychological Statistics and Design | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5354 | Psychopharmacology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5366 | Assessment of Individual Mental Ability I | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5368 | Assessment of Personality | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5384 | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5392 | Applied Counseling Practice | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5393 | Applied Therapy | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5396 | Supervised Practicum in Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5397 | Supervised Practicum in Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5398 | Research Seminar | UT Tyler | 3 |
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| TOTAL HOURS | 60 |
Students who wish to complete the general program of study in Clinical Psychology may choose their 21 elective hours from the graduate psychology and counseling courses. They should consult their faculty advisor and specify the courses in their degree plans.
Subplan Areas
Rather than choosing the General Clinical preparation, students may select one of the subplan areas.
M.S. in Clinical Psychology – Neuropsychology Subplan
| Prefix & Course No | Course Title | School | Credit Hrs |
| PSYC 5308 | Advanced Psychopathology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5312 | Counseling Theories | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5328 | Issues and Professional Ethics | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5340 | Advanced Psychological Statistics and Design | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5354 | Psychopharmacology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5366 | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5368 | Assessment of Individual Mental Ability I | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5384 | Assessment of Personality | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5392 | Applied Counseling Practice | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5393 | Applied Therapy | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5396 | Supervised Practicum in Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5397 | Supervised Practicum in Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5398 | Research Seminar | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5350 | Clinical Neuropsychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5352 | Behavioral Neuroscience | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5356 | Neuropsychological Assessment of Memory | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5359 | Flexible Neuropsychological Battery | UT Tyler | 3 |
| Neuro Elective | UT Tyler | 3 | |
| Elective | UT Tyler | 3 | |
| Elective | UT Tyler | 3 | |
| TOTAL HOURS | 60 |
Note: Substitutions to meet individual needs and interests are possible with prior advisor approval.
M.S. in Clinical Psychology - School Psychology Subplan
| Prefix & Course No | Course Title | School | Credit Hrs |
| PSYC 5308 | Advanced Psychopathology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5312 | Counseling Theories | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5320 | Advanced Human Growth and Development | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5325 | School Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5326 | Psychological Consultation | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5328 | Issues and Professional Ethics | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5330 | Counseling of Children and Adolescents | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5340 | Advanced Psychological Statistics and Design | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5345 | Group Processes | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5354 | Psychopharmacology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5361 | Behavior Modification | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5366 | Assessment of Individual Mental Ability I | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5368 | Assessment of Personality | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5369 | Psychological Assessment of Children | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5388 | Supervised Internship School Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| PSYC 5389 | Supervised Internship School Psychology | UT Tyler | 3 |
| COUN 5324 | Cultural Diversity of Clients | UT Tyler | 3 |
| EDSP 5350 | Overview of Special Education | UT Tyler | 3 |
| EDUC 5303 | Applied Learning Theories | UT Tyler | 3 |
| EDUC 5352 | Curriculum Development | UT Tyler | 3 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 66 |
