NCU PhD in Psychology

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  1. JJJ

    JJJ New Member

    I am looking at the NCU PhD programs, and the PhD in Psychology has definitely piqued my interest, what with the discount they offer to law enforcement, and the positive feedback I have received from current and past students. However, after checking with the APA, it does not appear that the NCU PhD is accredited by the them. Question - does it really matter? When we speak of regional accreditation of a particular school, is this all-encompassing, i.e. does it cover all undergrad and graduate programs, or?

    Thanks much

    Jason
    BA, Liberal Studies - TESC
    MA, Conflict Resolution - CSUDH
     
  2. Ted Heiks

    Ted Heiks Moderator and Distinguished Senior Member

    Regional accreditation (and Northcentral University is accredited by the North Central Association) covers an entire school. However, Northcentral University's PhD program in Psychology is not accredited by the American Psychological Association. Does it matter? Not being professionally accredited by the American Psychological Association does not necessarily mean that your degree is no good, but having a PhD in Psychology that is accredited by the American Psychological Association (such as that which is offered by Fielding Institute) is, shall we say, more prestigious. What you need to find out is whether the state in which you intend to practice will accept a particular PhD in Psychology, PsyD, or EdD in Psychology as a valid ticket to be punched when you try to walk into the room where they take the state licensure exams. Your state might make certain specifications by type of accreditation, coursework required, etc.
     
  3. laferney

    laferney Active Member

    THE APA accredits school, counseling , and clinical psychology programs, not those in health psychology , general psychology I/O psych or gender studies as offered by NCU. The NCU programs are not for licensing -they are designed for careers in teaching, business and research. RA suffices at this level.

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    To provide the coursework and practicum requirements, including the client contact and supervision requirements, that are necessary for provisional licensure as a marriage and family therapist in most states. (Note: Northcentral University and its Marriage and Family Therapy programs do not guarantee that graduates will be eligible to sit for licensing exams, pass such exams, or be licensed as an MFT. Learners are individually responsible to determine and meet licensing requirements in their own home state.)
     
  4. Ted Heiks

    Ted Heiks Moderator and Distinguished Senior Member

  5. JJJ

    JJJ New Member

    Thanks to all. And, after doing additional research, it does appear that NCU's degree would qualify me to sit for the state license exam, but since I really have no intention of practicing, I guess it's a moot point. Fielding's program also appears pretty solid, but quite a bit pricier, so I think I will be sticking with NCU.

    Thanks for your replies.
     
  6. Tim D

    Tim D Member

    Good luck and keep us informed!
     

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