PO 1: Students will receive a high quality education in the diverse discipline of Psychology, and learn the skills in communication and critical thinking expected of an individual with graduate-level scientific training. American Psychological Association curriculum standards and guidelines are closely followed, along with professional licensing and relevant (e.g., LCAS and BCBA) specializations and certifications. Graduates must complete and defend an empirical thesis.
PO 2: Students are exposed to high-level applied, active learning experiences in psychology involving research and clinical practice. This exposure is established through internships, practicum placements, research practicum, thesis and oral defense, as well as expected participation in scientific meetings and publication.
PO 3: Graduates are prepared to assume careers in clinical psychology and/or to pursue doctoral training in psychology or related professions/academic disciplines. Data are collected each year as part of program annual report submitted to the Graduate School. Surveys are sent to recent graduates to track their progress in their career goals.
Student Learning Outcomes vary across concentration specialty. For more information about each concentration, including the types of training and coursework provided, view each of the concentration pages.
Dr. M. Graciela Espinosa-Hernandez
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Summer hours:
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.