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Clinical Psychology Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program
Fielding Graduate University Kristine M. Jacquin, Ph.D.
Background Education
Licensed clinical psychologist
Psychology professor & administrator
Over time, noticed a challenge…
Societal Challenge
High demand for clinical psychologists
Large number denied admission each year
Reason for the Challenge
Many promising applicants – bright and motivated
Need skills and knowledge to gain admission and be successful
Not about the quality of the people – about the necessary background
Our Solution
The Clinical Psychology Certificate Program
Knowledge and skills needed To gain successful admission To succeed in doctoral study
Knowledge and Skills Understanding* of clinical psychology
Ability to think critically and make scholarly arguments
Ability to write scholarly papers
Understanding* of statistical methods and ability to use and interpret statistics
Understanding* of research methods and experience conducting research
*Entry-level
Useful in Other Ways Help you decide whether to pursue career
as a clinical psychologist
Critical thinking and logical argumentation- helpful in most careers
Clear communication, writing skills – useful in all jobs
Clinical psychology knowledge - helpful in any mental health job
Research skills – helpful in many jobs
Courses PSY-501 Introduction to Clinical Psychology
PSY-502 Critical Thinking in Clinical Psychology
PSY-503 Scholarly Writing in Clinical Psychology
PSY-504 Clinical Psychology Research Lab
PSY-716A Statistical Methods
PSY-701A Research Methods
PSY-708 Psychopathology
Other Aspects of Program
PSY-504 Research lab – hands-on research experience in the program or outside the program (with approval)
One-on-one faculty advising Analysis of your preparation for PhD
programs Guidance about preparing to apply and
being successful Career guidance
Program Delivery
Conducted at a distance
Asynchronous activities – reading and writing
Synchronous activities – weekly class meetings
Program led & courses taught by faculty in our APA-accredited Clinical Psychology PhD program
Course Structure Recommended Sequence
Alternate Sequence
Term 1 Orientation Orientation Intro to Clinical Intro to Clinical Critical Thinking Critical Thinking Research Lab (2 cr) Scholarly Writing
Research Lab (2 cr) Term 2 Scholarly Writing Statistical Methods
Statistical Methods Research Methods Research Lab (2 cr) Psychopathology
Research Lab (2 cr) Term 3 Research Methods
Psychopathology Research Lab (0-2)
Other Important Information
Fielding Calendar: 3 terms per year January May September
Attend consecutive terms
2 or 3 courses per term plus research lab
Financial aid is available
Program Advantages Gain and/or enhance knowledge and skills needed
To gain acceptance into PhD program To be successful in PhD program To help in most careers
Close faculty contact, one-on-one advising Applying to PhD programs, career guidance Recommendations
Network with Fielding faculty and students
Successful completion three courses (716A, 701A, 708) transfer into our clinical PhD program
Getting Started Application deadline a little more than a
month before term starts
Possibility of re-using parts of recent application from PhD program
Follow “Apply Online” link on web site
Completing the Application
Online application
Application fee fee waiver
Personal statement
CV (professional resume)
Transcripts
Letters of recommendation (3)
Questions? Scott Hunter, Admissions Advisor
[email protected] 805-898-4001
Dr. Kristine Jacquin, Dean for Student Development, Program Director, Psychology Professor [email protected] 805-898-2949