Doctoral Programs: PsyD | DBA
DEGREES
The Board of Psychology of the State of California accepts California Southern University’s Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree as meeting the educational requirements for licensure as a psychologist in California. Persons interested in licensure are advised to contact the Board of Psychology in Sacramento, California to determine what other requirements may exist for licensure.
 
PsyD - Doctor of Psychology
The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree program is for individuals who are interested in advancing their knowledge of clinical issues in psychology and developing the practical application of this knowledge for the professional practice of psychology.


The Doctor of Psychology is a professional doctorate that attracts students from across the United States and around the globe and exposes them to theoretical and practical methodologies within the field. Our innovative program provides comprehensive foundational courses as well as a variety of elective courses to emphasize the service orientation of a professional clinical degree.


OBJECTIVES

The primary objectives of the Doctor of Psychology degree program are to:


  • Provide learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for growth in their professional career.

  • Evaluate and apply a variety of effective psychotherapeutic techniques and modalities to improve, restore or maintain healthy individual, couples, and family relationships.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the PsyD program requires a Master's degree or its equivalent in the field of study or related field from an appropriately accredited institution. The PsyD requires a total of 60 graduate semester credits beyond the Master's degree.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The PsyD degree requires a total of 60 graduate semester credits completed in the field of study beyond the Master's degree:


  • Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) or higher.

  • Official Bachelor's and Master's transcripts on file with the University.

  • All financial obligations with the University are satisfied.

  • The program of ...

 
COURSES
  Psychology Professor Jonathan Rich, Ph.D., gives a short overview of PSY 7560, a course offered in the PsyD Program.
 Psychology Professor, Ben Allen, Ph.D., gives a short introduction to the PsyD Program at CalSouthern.