1. How to Get Into Graduate School Tamina A. Stuber Western Michigan University Behavior Analysis Association of Michigan March 13-14, 2008
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3. Degree Status Work in settings similar to those with a Ph. D. Work in settings similar to those with a Psy. D. At least some minimal training in clinical settings Do some training in clinical settings Can be accredited by American Psychological Association (APA) Can be accredited by American Psychological Association (APA) stronger emphasis on practice stronger emphasis on research Degree used to train psychologists Degree used to train psychologists Psy. D. Ph. D.
4. Degree Status Can work in similar settings as those with pre-doctoral M.A. Can work in similar settings as those with terminal M.A. At least some minimal training in clinical settings Do some training in clinical settings Job-oriented; Continuing on to Ph. D. is optional Expectation of finishing a Ph. D. program stronger emphasis on practice or applied research stronger emphasis on research Degree program used to train practitioners Degree program used to train psychologists Terminal M.A. Pre-doctoral M.A.
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The practitioner-scholar model in the training of psychologist: Focus is to build upon a broad base of scientific foundations of psychology a comprehensive and well-rounded course of study that prepares students to provide services and utilize practical skills, such as psychological testing, psychotherapy, consultation and clinical supervision. To distinguish this practitioner-focused model from the more academic and scientific model, professional schools of psychology typically award the Doctor of Psychology or Psy.D. Jobs in: private practice, hospitals, corporations, disaster relief centers, outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, schools, colleges
Behavior analyst, school psychologist, psychological hospital aid, research assistant, teacher in a junior college, or work industrial relations
Important Note: Some states require that students have a degree from an APA-accredited program Some agencies of the federal government only hire graduates of APA-accredited programs The Task Force established some working definitions of important terms: Accreditation was defined as a designation that a program of studies meets certain standards. Certification, in contrast, was identified as a designation bestowed on a person who has met certain standards of training or preparation. Licensure was identified as a legal entitlement often bestowed by states on individuals. This entitlement allows a person to engage in some business or occupation (e.g., psychology).
Verbal /Quantitative 1600 is the highest score on GRE; 0-6 for Analytical Writing Those considering repeating a test should be aware: score reports will include test results obtained within the past five-year period. You may take the General Test (computer-based and/or paper-based) only once per calendar month and no more than five times within any 12-month period even if you canceled your scores on a test taken previously. As part of your test fee, you may request that scores be sent to as many as 4 graduate institutions or fellowship sponsors at the test center. The score recipients you designated will get scores within 10 to 15 days after you take the test. You will be required to pay $15 per recipient to have scores sent at a later date.
Make it clear how you fit with the program where you’re applying. Doctoral program applications are usually due a month before master’s applications. Application should be neat and professional.