Alliant International University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Psy.D. Clinical Psychology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Clinical Psychology PsyD program offered at both the Fresno campus and the Sacramento satellite location are designed to: introduce students to the ethical values and orientation of the professional psychologist; provide a background in the psychological, biological and sociocultural factors that influence human behavior; develop students' research competencies; and establish a foundation in the technical skills required to function in clinical settings working with diverse populations.

The clinical program is ecosystemically oriented in that it trains students to consider the role of diverse systems in creating and/or remedying individual and social problems. For example, in just one course the role of individual, family, ethnicity, religion, dominant culture, the legal and medical systems as well as historical time are all considered when reviewing the causes and potential interventions for child abuse.

Accreditation:

The CSPP Clinical PsyD Program in Fresno & Sacramento is fully accredited by APA (202-336-5979).

International Student Requirements:

1) Official, translated transcripts and results from an educational credential evaluation service agency. The evaluation must include degree equivalency to a 4 year bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, US semester credit and grade equivalent for each course, and US grade point average. 2) English proficiency must be evidenced by TOEFL/TWE results 3) Copy of passport 4) Alliant International Student Financial Certification Form. This form must be completed and submitted if you are not a US citizen and have not been classified by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services as a permanent resident.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Other Specialized Institutions

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999