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Build professional skills that fit your career goals with an MS in Clinical Psychology
People struggling with mental and behavioral issues need compassionate, professional support. The MS in Clinical Psychology program at Capella is designed to help strengthen your skills in one of three specializations.
MS in Clinical Psychology program overview
This program emphasizes a competency-based, scientific study of mental and behavioral health. Learn how assessments work, explore theories of psychotherapy and clinical techniques and develop a professional skill set to help you make an impact.
As an MS in Clinical Psychology student, you’ll begin with core courses that lay the foundation for your program and help strengthen your skills in key areas of the field. From there, you’ll move into the coursework for your chosen specialization to grow your expertise and advance toward your final project.
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Capella University’s MS in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Counseling specialization is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association (APA). Questions related to this accreditation should be directed to the CoA: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, American Psychological Association, 750 1st Street, NE, Washington, DC 2002, (202) 336-5979, [email protected]
Applicants to the MS in Clinical Psychology program must provide the following information for admission:
- Admission application – no application fee required
- A bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or from an internationally recognized institution
- Your official bachelor’s transcripts, with a minimum grade point average of 2.3 or higher (or 2.7 for the Clinical Counseling specialization) on a 4.0 scale
- A valid, government-issued form of photo identification
GRE and GMAT are not required for admission.
International applicants will be subject to additional admission requirements.
View full admission requirements for each MS in Clinical Psychology specialization: Applied Research, Clinical Counseling, Forensic Psychology
The total cost of your MS in Clinical Psychology program will depend on your specialization, scholarships and finances, transfer credits, academic performance and other factors.
Find detailed tuition information and cost scenarios for each specialization: Applied Research, Clinical Counseling, Forensic Psychology
Choosing an MS in Clinical Psychology specialization
Every professional journey is different. Your chosen specialization can help you leverage your unique passions and interests to build advanced expertise for the next phases of your career in clinical psychology.*
- Learning outcomes
- Career exploration
Applied Research
- Apply theory and research findings into standards of practice for the professional discipline of clinical psychology
- Analyze research related to clinical psychology
Clinical Counseling
- Apply ethical principles related to the academics, research, and practice of advanced clinical counseling
- Apply theory and research findings to the professional practice of counseling and clinical psychology
Forensic Psychology
- Analyze research related to clinical and forensic psychology
- Apply ethical principles of clinical psychology in academic, research and professional settings
Applied Research
- Employment settings to explore include a wide range of professional settings
- Research job titles such as adjunct or part-time psychology faculty, instructor and research psychologist
Clinical Counseling
- Employment settings to explore include community and social services, private practice and education
- Research job titles such as academic advisor, mental health counselor, clinical manager
Forensic Psychology
- Employment settings to explore include the public and private sectors
- Research job titles such as forensic analyst, forensic case worker and adjunct or part-time faculty of forensic psychology courses
*Capella cannot guarantee any specific job, promotion, salary increase or other career outcomes. You will need to conduct your own research to understand what opportunities may be available to you. Note that some career paths may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications or other designations along with a degree.
Why choose the MS in Clinical Psychology at Capella University?
Scholar-practitioner faculty
Learn the latest in theory and practice from experienced doctoral faculty who are actively engaged in their professions.
Professionally aligned curriculum
Our courses are developed around nationally recognized standards, with curriculum that’s professionally aligned to help you achieve your goals.
A direct path to your doctorate
This coursework meets many of the prerequisites for PhD in Psychology and PsyD in Clinical Psychology programs and can simplify your path to doctoral study.