Master of Science (MS) in Psychology

Clinical Psychology Specialization

School of Psychology

This online degree specialization is designed for learners interested in pursuing a doctoral degree. You will develop the theoretical understanding, research, and assessment skills applicable to a clinical setting. While some learners may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians, learners should know that this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as an independent, professional counselor or psychologist. Kingston University offers a PsyD specialization in clinical psychology that complements this master's degree.

Residency Requirements: Three week-long master's degree colloquia, each taken during specific milestones in your program.

Field Training Requirements: 600 practicum hours and accompanying course work.

Note: Master's degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for licensure as counseling psychologists.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: January 6, 2025 COST PER 5-CREDIT COURSE: $1,705 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 65 credits

Core Courses:

• PSY 7011 - Foundations of Psychology - Master's Learners - 5 credits
• PSY 7210 - Lifespan Development - 5 credits
• PSY 7542 - Ethics and Multicultural Issues - 5 credits
• PSY 7610 - Tests and Measurements - 5 credits
• PSY 7620 - Inferential Statistics - 5 credits
• PSY 7650 - Research Methods - 5 credits
• PSY 8210 - Principles of Psychopathology - 5 credits
• PSY 8230 - Psychological Testing - 5 credits

Specialization Courses:

• PSY 7310 - Biological Basis of Behavior - 5 credits
• PSY 8312 - Clinical Interventions - 5 credits
• PSY 8391 - Master's Practicum I - 5 credits
• PSY 8393 - Master's Practicum II - 5 credits
• PSY 9150 - Master's Final Project - 5 credits

Learn more about our related specializations:

• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - General Psychology
• Master of Science (MS) in Psychology - Counseling Psychology