Thanks to a $22,000 American Psychological Foundation grant, Cynthia Brown will investigate the benefits of multisystemic therapy for autistic youth.
The goal of the master’s degree in applied clinical psychology is to foster learning of and competence in skills relevant to responsible and ethical conduct within clinical services.
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Students gain expertise regarding the impact of cultural, biological, social, emotional, cognitive and behavioral factors on psychological phenomena. Emphasis is placed on the development of a strong theoretical and empirical foundation and on clinical and methodological skills that can be utilized in a number of clinical settings.
The terminal master’s in applied clinical psychology is designed to prepare students for employment or to be a competitive applicant for doctoral programs. Graduates of the program will be employable as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), consultant, or similar job descriptions. Graduates may also be eligible for licensure as a mental health practitioner depending on specific state requirements. In Oregon, graduates meet educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
The MA in applied clinical psychology is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) for the period of August 2017 to August 2027.
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School of Graduate Psychology
503-352-7277 | Fax: 503-352-7320
190 SE 8th Ave., Ste. 260
Hillsboro, OR 97123
General Program Inquiries
Matthew Hunsinger, PhD | Associate Professor & Program Director, Applied Clinical Psychology Program
503-352-3612 | matthewh@pacificu.edu
Admissions
Catherine Martin | Assistant Director of Graduate and Professional Admissions
800-933-9308, ext. 7226 | 503-352-7226 | psych.masters@pacificu.edu
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One of the Pacific University Alumni Association's Emerging Leader Award winners, Carrillo aims to meet youth where they are at Oregon's Sherwood High School to identify their mental health needs.
Seven outstanding alumni will be presented with Pacific Unversity Alumni Association's Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award, David & Sandy Lowe Outstanding Alumni Service Award and Emerging Leader Award this October during Homecoming and Family Weekend.