52 Psychology PhD degrees in North America
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52 Psychology PhD degrees in North America
Meridian University
PhD in Psychology
- Petaluma, USA
- San Francisco, USA + 5 more
PhD
Full time, Part time
33 months
Distance Learning
English
The Ph.D. in Psychology curriculum offers coursework in Psychology drawing on spiritual traditions, somatic practices, creative arts, mythology, indigenous wisdom, literary and poetic imagination, deep ecology, mystical philosophy, cultural history, and social critique. The Ph.D. program emphasize research, clinical, and cultural praxis skills as well as acquiring the knowledge base of psychology as a profession. The research coursework prepares students for the completion of an original research dissertation. The Ph.D. in Psychology is designed to meet the educational requirements for the state of California Psychologist license. The Ph.D. in Psychology also meets the educational requirements for the state of California MFT license (Board of Behavioral Sciences, Senate Bill 33, Section 4980.36, Business and Professions Code), and the state of California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), (Senate Bill 788, Section 4999.33, Business and Professions Code), provided that fieldwork is done in accordance with BBS requirements.
Meridian University
PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Petaluma, USA
- San Francisco, USA + 5 more
PhD
Full time, Part time
33 months
Blended
English
The PsyD in Clinical Psychology curriculum offers innovative coursework in Psychology to prepare students for professional practice, including core, clinical, and research courses. The core curriculum provides a foundation for the clinical and research courses, supporting the studentโs evolving relationship to clinical engagement.
Concordia University of Edmonton
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology
- Edmonton, Canada
PhD
Full time
5 years
On-Campus
English
Designed to create a strong foundation on which you will build throughout your career, Concordia University of Edmontonโs Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology is the only program of its kind west of Manitoba. Inside and outside of the classroom, you will receive a best in class education while being provided with unique opportunities to lead, innovate, and contribute to our campus, surrounding communities, and the greater good.
Atlantic International University
Doctorate in Psychology
- Honolulu, USA
- Online USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
Distance Learning
English, Portuguese, Spanish
The Doctor of Psychology (Ph.D., DPsy) goal is to prepare students for the general practice of professional clinical psychology including education and training regarding the broader social and systemic factors that contribute to human dysfunction such as poverty, oppression, and marginalization. The program will help students develop evaluation techniques and assessment, psychological foundations, remediation and intervention procedures, and program evaluation and research.
James Madison University
Psy.D. in Clinical and School Psychology
- Harrisonburg, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
4 years
On-Campus
English
JMUโs oldest doctoral program, the clinical and school psychology program produces leading professional psychologists who are broadly trained in the science and practice of psychology. The mission of the clinical and school psychology (Psy.D.) doctoral program is to produce leading professional psychologists who are broadly trained in the science and practice of psychology, actively self-reflective, and optimally prepared to work in a wide variety of settings with a diverse clientele and demonstrably committed to an ethic of personal responsibility, social awareness, and global engagement.
Nova Southeastern University
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in School Psychology
- Fort Lauderdale, USA
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The NSU Psy.D. in School Psychology program prepares you to serve the educational, behavioral, social, and emotional needs of students, families, teachers, and staff. Collaborate closely with top-tier faculty who have built experience at the highest levels and earned the respect of their peers nationwide.
Azusa Pacific University
Fast-track counseling
Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
- Azusa, USA
- San Diego, USA
PhD
Full time
5 years
On-Campus
English
Fast-track counseling
When you graduate, youโll be prepared to become a licensed psychologist who engages in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and clinical researchโ to make a positive impact on others. Youโll develop the knowledge and skills to serve a wide range of clients in a variety of diverse settings, equipped with the recognized degree for practicing clinical psychology.
Seton Hall University
Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology
- South Orange, USA
PhD
Full time
5 years
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology is a 94-credit, full-time program. All students follow a defined sequence of training in theory, multicultural competence, research, and practice. Consistent with the scientist-practitioner model, students are involved in research projects throughout their training. This begins in the first year, with an assignment as a research assistant to a faculty member, and culminates with the design, data collection, and analysis of at least one independent research project in addition to the dissertation.
American International Theism University
Doctor of Psychology in Grief Counselling
- Englewood, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
American International Theism University has something for everyone. Now with our Accelerated Degree Programs, you can complete your Masterโs or Doctorate Degrees in up to three years. Each course offers six credit hours and lasts for six weeks. Let your hard work and dedication pay off by achieving your degree in half the time. Enrollment is open, and students may begin the program at any time. All courses take place in classrooms, with a faculty member that provides one-to-one mentoring. Students also have free access to our comprehensive Study Tactics and Resources Center, which offers links to subject-related websites, libraries, articles, and research assistance.
James Madison University
Ph.D. in Assessment and Measurement
- Harrisonburg, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
JMU is a national leader in educational outcomes assessment and in applied and theoretical measurement. Students are prepared to be leaders in assessment and psychometric methods in a wide range of settings. The vision of the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in assessment and measurement at JMU is to establish and maintain a national reputation as a valuable resource in educational outcomes assessment and in applied and theoretical measurement. As such, the program will help meet the growing demand for assessment and measurement professionals in a wide variety of applied settings.
North Dakota State University - Graduate School
Ph.D. in Psychology
- Fargo, USA
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The Department of Psychology at North Dakota State University awards a PhD. This program has two primary areas of research focus: Health/Social Psychology and Visual & Cognitive Neuroscience.
Ontario Tech University
PhD in Forensic Psychology
- Oshawa, Canada
PhD
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Forensic Psychology combines disciplinary and specialized study in Forensic Psychology, study in research methods and statistics, and applied learning experiences to prepare students to work in a variety of settings. The PhD in Forensic Psychology combines disciplinary and specialized study in Forensic Psychology, study in research methods and statistics, and applied learning experiences to prepare students to work in a variety of settings.
Pacifica Graduate Institute
PsyD in Counseling Psychology
- Carpinteria, USA
- Santa Barbara, USA
PhD, PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Psy.D. Programโs mission is to prepare clinical psychologists who bring depth psychological approaches to working with diverse communities as well as community mental health values into depth psychology work.
William James College
Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD)
- Newton, USA
PhD
English
The field of Clinical Psychology is one of the most important domains of study and service in understanding human experience and meeting the mental health needs of society. A Doctoral PsyD Degree in Clinical Psychology affords an opportunity to work intimately with people at the core of personal challenges to treat individuals, families, groups and systems, to create and direct human service centers, to teach, supervise and consult.
Pacifica Graduate Institute
MA/PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Carpinteria, USA
- Santa Barbara, USA
PhD
Full time
3 years
Blended, On-Campus
English
The M.A./Ph.D. program celebrates its 30-year long tradition of offering clinical psychology doctoral education in-depth psychological traditions, which emphasizes radical theorizing, in-depth relational clinical education, and engagement in issues of social justice and care. The program prepares psychologists through the integration of diverse depth psychological traditions, human sciences scholarship, and community praxis.
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From indigenous civilizations to modern day empires, North America has plenty of hands-on educational opportunities to offer scholars. Filled with a range of distinct cultures, students can educate themselves in well-rounded way.
Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Masterโs degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.