Combined Clinical/Counseling

Course Highlights

The Combined Specialization's strengths are in the integration of science and practice and in its commitment to diversity. These are exemplified by the specialization's philosophy and curriculum. Courses in Evidence-Based Practice (PSY 6150 and PSY 6750), a three-semester course sequence in Diversity Issues in Treatment and Assessment (PSY 6290, 6291, & 6292), and clinical training that builds upon the foundation provided in the integrated practicum with children, adolescents and adults (PSY 7350) are among its core training experiences.

Students in the specialization are funded with tuition awards and stipends. Applicants and students can find a complete specialization overview including specialization aims, policies, evaluation criteria and more in the current Combined Clinical/Counseling specialization handbook.

Program Structure 

Enrollment in the USU PhD program requires full-time, in-residence participation by all students. Students entering the program with a bachelor’s degree typically spend five years on campus, engaging in didactic, research, and clinical training activities that constitute full-time effort. Most students apply for internship during their fifth year, and complete the full-time, in-residence internship during their sixth year. Students entering the program with prior graduate work (including a completed master’s degree) spend at least four years in residence prior to the pre-doctoral internship due to their need to accrue necessary levels of direct, supervised clinical training hours.