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A Master of Psychology (Clinical) is a graduate degree program that provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in clinical psychology. This program prepares students for a career as a licensed clinical psychologist, where they can diagnose and treat mental health disorders, provide psychotherapy, and conduct research.
The curriculum of this program typically covers topics such as psychopathology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, human development, neuroscience, and psychopharmacology. Students may also have the opportunity to complete supervised clinical practicums, where they can gain practical experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
Graduates of a Master of Psychology (Clinical) program can pursue a variety of careers in the field of clinical psychology, including licensed clinical psychologists, research psychologists, and academic psychologists. They may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practice, schools, and research institutions. They may also specialize in a particular area of clinical psychology, such as child and adolescent psychology, forensic psychology, or health psychology.