Clinical Psychology is an applied field of psychology that specializes in the understanding,assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological dysfunctions. Central to the practice of clinical psychology is the use of psychological testing and psychotherapy. Clinical psychologists work together with other mental health professionals to promote psychological health, as well as prevent and relieve psychological problems.

The Master of Clinical Psychology program is a 66-credit hour professional course offered by HELP University through the Faculty of Behavioral Science.

Year 1
   
Semester 1

• MCL 604 - Diagnostic Testing I
• MCL 606 - Personality & Psychotherapy
• MCL 607 - Adult Development, Health & Dysfunctions
• MCL 610 - Family Systems Theory & Therapy
• MCL 611 - Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Therapy
• MCL 616 - Group Process I

Semester 2

• MCL 601 - Clinical Interview & Basic Intervention Skills
• MCL 602 - Child Development, Health & Dysfunctions
• MCL 605 - Diagnostic Testing II
• MCL 614 - Internal Practicum I
• MCL 617 - Group Process II

Semester 3

• MCL 608 - Social-Cultural Context of Psychology
• MCL 613 - Clinical Research & Evaluation Skills
• MCL 615 - Internal Practicum II
• MCL 618 - Group Process III

Year 2

Semester 4

• MCL 612 - Professional Issues: Ethics, Conduct & Law
• MCL 619 - External Practicum I
• MCL 622 - Clinical Research Project I
• MCL 625 - Professionalization Seminar I

Semester 5

• MCL 603 - Clinical Neuropsychology
• MCL 620 - External Practicum II
• MCL 623 - Clinical Research Project II
• MCL 626 - Professionalization Seminar II

Semester 6

• MCL 609 - Psychopharmacology & Substance Abuse
• MCL 621 - External Practicum III
• MCL 624 - Clinical Research Project III
• MCL 627 - Professionalization Seminar III

Assessment:

The 2-year full-time program consists of the following component:

• Coursework (including assignments and exams)
• Practical training
• Research project

Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years’ study in Psychology from a recognised university with at least a 2nd Class Honours (Upper division), or a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent.

For international candidates, English Proficiency in terms of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is requirement for course commencement.

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