Research and Clinical Training
The Research and Clinical Training Option prepares psychologists to be both researchers and practitioners, to meet the highest standards in the science and practice of psychology.
Overview
Research and Clinical Training in Psychology at Concordia is based on the scientist-practitioner model. Students pursuing clinical training fulfill the same research training requirements as students in the Research option, but also receive professional training in the delivery of psychological services.
The program's goal is to train doctoral-level clinical psychologists who not only excel as mental health professionals, but also conduct research and contribute to the scientific base of the discipline.
Clinical training model
Our program adheres to the Boulder scientist-practitioner model of training in which clinicians contribute to research, and in which research informs clinical practice. Science and practice are closely integrated, and students follow learning and career pathways individually tailored to student interest and faculty expertise.
Objectives
Graduates of the program are expected to conduct and publish high-quality psychological research that enhances the practice of psychology. Specialized knowledge in clinical psychology, including work with both adults and children, is essential. Students will be equipped to implement theory-based, research-supported clinical practices, including assessment and treatment. Ethical and professional conduct is expected in both practice and research, alongside competence in addressing individual and cultural diversity. Effective communication, consulting with other professionals and organizations and familiarity with supervision models are also key competencies.
Program sequence
The MA in Psychology in the Research and Clinical Training Option is combined with the Diploma in Clinical Psychology. This takes two years to complete, and includes the master's thesis, and coursework in psychological theory, statistics, research design, and clinical practice. Students then continue to the PhD in Psychology to conduct their doctoral research, and receive advanced training in research methods, psychological theory, and clinical practice. The doctoral program typically requires four years to complete and culminates in the doctoral thesis and a one-year clinical internship.
Accreditation
Our clinical psychology program has been accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association since 1986 and by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec since 2004.
The Canadian Psychological Association requires disclosure of information on the applicant pool, acceptance rates, diversity, graduates and other details about our program.
For more details on the policies and procedures of the clinical program please refer to the policies and procedures manual.