MS in Clinical Psychology, Applied Research
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
The Applied Research specialization provides master’s learners with the foundational clinical psychology knowledge and skills needed for successful academic or research practice, or for doctoral-level study in clinical psychology. The specialization curriculum is designed to help learners further develop their understanding of the application of research methodology, psychotherapy theories, tests and measurement, psychopathology, human development, ethical principles, and diversity. These specialization requirements are not designed or intended to meet professional licensure requirements for the counseling or psychology professions.
Personal Suitability and Fitness for the Profession
Capella embraces the principles and guidelines set forth by the Council of Chairs of Training Councils (CCTC) related to professional psychology programs in that the faculty, training staff, supervisors, and administrators in the MS in Clinical Psychology degree program have a professional, ethical, and potentially legal obligation to ensure, insofar as possible, that all learners have the competence to manage professional relationships in an effective and appropriate manner and that they possess the emotional maturity, interpersonal stability, and intellectual judgment required to work with vulnerable populations. Personal suitability and fitness for the profession includes but is not limited to demonstration of sufficient interpersonal and professional competence; self-awareness, self-reflection, and self-evaluation; openness to processes of supervision; and resolution of issues or problems that interfere with professional development or functioning in a satisfactory manner. Throughout the graduate training of each learner, faculty and staff are responsible for educating and assessing learners with regard to their personal suitability and fitness for the profession.
Core courses
| PSY5002 | Foundations of Theory and Practice for Master's Psychology Learners | 5 |
| PSY6095 | Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy | 5 |
| PSY6210 | Introduction to Psychopathology | 5 |
| PSY7610 | Tests and Measurements | 5 |
| RSCH7860 | Survey of Research Methods | 4 |
Specialization courses
| PSY5410 | History and Systems of Psychology | 5 |
| PSY5420 | Multicultural Perspectives in Human Behavior | 5 |
| PSY5430 | Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice | 5 |
| PSY6015 | Lifespan Development | 5 |
| PSY7310 | Biological Basis of Behavior | 5 |
| RSCH7864 | Quantitative Design and Analysis | 4 |
Total
At least 53 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.