Cheapest Online APA-approved Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology or PsyD program anywhere

Thank you for helping me in the past.

I completed my MBA in General Management from the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom, in 2010 without a Bachelor's Degree.

The only psychology-related subject I studied was Organizational Leadership.

I want to do a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or PsyD.

I have looked into Fielding Graduate University's Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology program but I am hesitant to apply as they require a Bachelor's Degree.

I am looking for the cheapest Online APA-approved/AccreditedP Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or PsyD program in the United States, United Kingdom, or elsewhere.

I am also looking for a mentor who can guide me through the process - preferably someone who has gone through the journey by her/himself.

Any advice, guidance, assistance, or feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

 

There are no online, APA-accredited programs because APA does not accredit online programs. Fielding is the only hybrid/blended program I'm aware of. If you can find an online, CPA-accredited program in Canada, then that would be just as good as APA, but I'm not sure if that exists.

 

Felician University's hybrid program is accredited on contingency.

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology | Felician University of New Jersey

 

Carlos Albizu University has hybrid clinical psychology programs accredited by APA, but you have to be careful in which campus you choose because not all campuses have APA accreditation. I don't know how much of the program is available online.

Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program - San Juan - Albizu University

Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program - Miami - Albizu University

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology - San Juan - Albizu University

 

@sanantone ,

Thank you very much for providing me with such useful information.

I have emailed all three, Fielding, Albizu, and Felician, to inquire whether they will accept me for admission based upon my MBA without a Bachelor's Degree or not.

I also found the following list, "Accredited doctoral programs for training in health service psychology: 2020," on American Psychological Association (APA)'s website but it doesn't highlight online/hybrid programs.

I was wondering if you or someone has a sample of the following:

• Statement of Purpose
• Critical Thinking Writing Sample
• 3 Letters of Recommendation

These are required for admission. Indeed, I am keeping my fingers and toes crossed.

Any advice, guidance, assistance, or feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

 

A sample of the following will also be very much appreciated:

• Personal statement
• Research/Clinical interest statement
• Statement on diversity

Thank you.

 

You won't be writing the letters of recommendation, but you might want to search for a recommended format for requesting a letter of recommendation. There are many websites that show sample statements. Look at several of them and determine which ones will work best for your situation.

 

Any feedback or guidance regarding Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, Meridian University, Petaluma, CA (It is not APA-Accredited.) in order to practice just in California would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

I have been thinking to go for a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) at California Southern University as a self-funded student taking the Single-Courses to Psy.D. route.

Following are their requirements:

REQUIRED CORE COURSES

PSY 8500 Advanced Theories of Personality - 3 Credits
PSY 8503 History and Systems in Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 8504 Ethical and Professional Issues - 3 Credits
PSY 8506 Advanced Psychopathology - 3 Credits
PSY 8708 Cultural Diversity - 3 Credits
PSY 8724 Cognition, Emotion and Motivation - 3 Credits
PSY 8700 Psychopharmacology - 3 Credits
PSY 8701 Physiological Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 8740 Statistical Methods and Analysis - 3 Credits
PSY 8127 Research Methods in Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 8702 Psychological Assessment I - 3 Credits (Child Abuse Assessment & Suicidal Risk Assessment and Intervention - CalSouthern will validate this for you with the Board.)*

ELECTIVE COURSES (Fulfills Clinical Psychology Licensure Requirements)

PSY 7507 Advanced Human Sexuality - 3 Credits (Human Sexuality)*
PSY 7534 Dual Diagnosis or PSY 7738 Advanced Psychology of Addiction & Compulsive Behaviors - 3 Credits (Alcohol/Chemical Dependency Detection and Treatment)*
PSY 7728 The Psychology of Violence and Domestic Abuse Reporting 3 (Spousal or Partner Abuse Assessment, Detection, and Intervention Strategies)*
PSY 7533 Psychology of Death and Dying - 3 Credits (Aging and Long-term Care)*
PSY 7521 Industrial/Organizational Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7527 Psychology of Stress and Stress Related Disorders - 3 Credits

Note: (*) These courses fulfill the Clinical Psychology Licensure Requirements.

OTHER ELECTIVE COURSES

PSY 7307 Advanced Physiology and Pharmacology of Addiction - 3 Credits
PSY 6309 Advanced Ethical and Professional Issues in Addiction Counseling - 3 Credits
PSY 7316 Advanced Personal and Professional Wellness for the Substance Abuse Counselor - 3 Credits
PSY 7007 Advanced Case Management: Assessment, Treatment Planning, Relapse Prevention, and Aftercare - 3 Credits
PSY 7523 Psychology of Learning - 3 Credits
PSY 7700 Applied Sport Psychology I - 3 Credits
PSY 7701 Applied Sport Psychology II (Pre-Requisite: PSY 7700) - 3 Credits
PSY 7711 Current Issues in Sport Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7715 Psychology of Coaching - 3 Credits
PSY 7720 Enhancing Performance: Preparation / Motivation - 3 Credits
PSY 7725 Research in Sport Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7507 Advanced Human Sexuality - 3 Credits
PSY 7509 Advanced Psychology of Marriage and Family Systems - 3 Credits
PSY 7513 Psychological Tests and Measurements - 3 Credits
PSY 7514 Brief Therapy - 3 Credits
PSY 6516 Social Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7718 Hypnosis: Theory and Practice - 3 Credits
PSY 6519 Crisis and Trauma Counseling - 3 Credits
PSY 7521 Industrial/Organizational Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7522 Consulting in Business, Education, and Mental Health - 3 Credits
PSY 7525 Cognition and Memory - 3 Credits
PSY 7527 Psychology of Stress and Stress Related Disorders - 3 Credits
PSY 7728 The Psychology of Violence and Domestic Abuse Reporting - 3 Credits
PSY 7529 Myers-Briggs Type Indicator - 3 Credits
PSY 7530 Dream Analysis - 3 Credits
PSY 7533 Psychology of Death and Dying - 3 Credits
PSY 7534 Dual Diagnosis - 3 Credits
PSY 7536 Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy - 3 Credits
PSY 7737 Psychology of Chronic Illness - 3 Credits
PSY 7738 Advanced Psychology of Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors - 3 Credits
PSY 7739 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity, Autistic Spectrum and Neurodevelopmental Disorders - 3 Credits
PSY 7541 Psychology of Religion - 3 Credits
PSY 7742 Eating Disorders - 3 Credits
PSY 6743 Systems of Care in Community Mental Health - 3 Credits
PSY 7745 Interpersonal Neurobiology - 3 Credits
PSY 6747 Career Counseling - 3 Credits
PSY 7750 Positive Psychology - 3 Credits
PSY 7760 Media Psychology: Writing, Publishing and Promoting of a Self-Help Book - 3 Credits
PSY 7761 Interpersonal Conflict in the Workplace - 3 Credits
PSY 7762 Supervision and Consultation - 3 Credits
PSY 7763 Clinical Interviewing - 3 Credits
PSY 7703 Psychological Assessment II (Pre-Requisite: PSY 8702) - 3 Credits
PSY 7704 Practicum I - 3 Credits

I can transfer up to 30 credits towards my Psy.D.

If you know any other source or method where I can get any of the above-mentioned credits (core or elective) cheaper than California Southern University then please let me know.

Your feedback, guidance, advice would also be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

 

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counselling Psychology Programs Accredited by Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)
• American Psychological Association (APA) Accredited Program Lists

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