Become a Psychologist

The Clinical Psychology specialization of the M.A. degree offers a broad education in the fundamentals of Clinical Psychology, preparing students for further study at the doctoral level, or for post-M.A. employment in settings offering psychological services. The Clinical specialization is a terminal master’s degree program because the department does not offer a doctoral degree program in Clinical Psychology.

Graduates may elect to work as a psychology assistant under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. Psychology assistants work in hospital, forensic, or clinical settings and engage in assessment, treatment and research activities. Please note that graduates of this master’s program are not eligible for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Ohio, as a doctoral degree is required for licensure. Graduates are, however, prepared for continued study at the doctoral level.