Overview

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology degree program at Argosy University, Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, is designed to educate and train you to function effectively in the role of clinical psychologist. To enable students to be adequately prepared, the curriculum provides for the meaningful integration of theory and research as applied to practice.

Concentrations
In the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program, you may select a concentration in the following areas:
• Child & Adolescent Psychology
• Client-Centered and Experiential Psychotherapies
• Diversity & Multicultural Psychology
• Family Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• Organizational Consulting
• Psychoanalytic Psychology
• Psychology & Spirituality

Career Outcomes
In addition to the traditional role of clinical psychologist, the PsyD in Clinical Psychology also can prepare you to apply your clinical skills as a consultant in areas including:
• Academia
• Law
• Marketing
• Science
• Government

Program Goals and Objectives
The PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program at Argosy University’s Chicago campus emphasizes the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential in the formation of professional psychologists who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services. Specific goals of the program include the following:

• Goal 1: Prepare professional psychologists to accurately, effectively, and ethically select, administer, score, interpret, and communicate findings of appropriate assessment methods informed by accepted psychometric standards and sensitive to the diverse characteristics and needs of clients.
- Objective 1a: Accurately and ethically administer and score various psychodiagnostic instruments.
- Objective 1b: Accurately interpret and synthesize assessment data in the context of diversity factors, referral questions, and specific objectives of the assessment, and organize and communicate results in writing and orally.
- Objective 1c: Examine psychometric properties of psychological assessment instruments, and use that knowledge to evaluate, select, administer, and interpret psychological tests and measures appropriate for the client, the referral question, and the objectives of the assessment.

• Goal 2: Prepare professional psychologists to select, implement, and evaluate psychological interventions consistent with current ethical, evidence-based, and professional standards, within a theoretical framework, and with sensitivity to the interpersonal processes of the therapeutic relationship and the diverse characteristics and needs of clients.
- Objective 2a: Synthesize the foundations of clinical psychology, including psychopathology, human development, diagnosis, diversity, ethics, and various therapeutic models in clinical applications.
- Objective 2b: Select, plan, and implement ethical and evidence-based interventions with sensitivity to the diverse characteristics and needs of clients.
- Objective 2c: Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes to effectively implement and participate in psychological consultation and supervision.
- Objective 2d: Demonstrate personal development and self reflective capacity, including growth of interpersonal skills, and therapeutic relationships.

• Goal 3: Prepare professional psychologists to analyze the complexity and multidimensionality of human diversity, and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to understand diverse worldviews and the potential meaning of social, cultural, and individual differences for professional psychological services.

• Goal 4: Prepare professional psychologists to examine the historical context and the current body of knowledge of biological, cognitive, affective, developmental, and social bases of human functioning.

• Goal 5: Prepare professional psychologists to critically evaluate the current and evolving body of scholarly literature in psychology to inform professional practice.

Program Format
This program can be completed in as little as four years, however most students complete the program in five or six years. Graduates of this program are prepared to pursue positions as licensed clinical psychologists (provided they pass the appropriate licensure examination) in five or six to seven years. The PsyD in Clinical Psychology program is offered in a traditional, though flexible format with classes meeting in the mornings, afternoons and evenings. This program must be completed in seven years.

Argosy University does not guarantee third-party certification/licensure. Outside agencies control the requirements for taking and passing certification/licensing exams and are subject to change without notice to Argosy University.

Accreditation
The Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology Program at Argosy University, Chicago is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association (APA) (750 First Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20002-4242, 1.202.336.5979)

Apply
Enhance your career potential by enrolling in the PsyD in Clinical Psychology degree program. You can learn more about specific financial aid programs (available to those who qualify) on our Financial Aid & Scholarships pages, or by contacting us to request more information.

This degree program is also offered at other Argosy University Locations