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

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  1. PositiveSoul

    PositiveSoul Member

    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.
     
  2. sanantone

    sanantone Well-Known Member

    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.
     
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  5. PositiveSoul

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    @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.
     
  6. PositiveSoul

    PositiveSoul Member

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

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

    Thank you.
     
  7. sanantone

    sanantone Well-Known Member

    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.
     
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  8. PositiveSoul

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    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.
     
  9. PositiveSoul

    PositiveSoul Member

    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.
     
  10. PositiveSoul

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