School of Undergraduate Studies
Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Care
The clinical mental health care certificate is designed to meet the needs of individuals who currently work or desire to work in mental health care settings. The program focuses on mental health disorders, diagnostic procedures, and treatment protocols. It is designed to better prepare students to work in clinical settings (such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, and nonprofit outreach programs) under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or medical doctor. With appropriate choice of courses, the certificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in psychology.
Total Semester Hours: 18
Five required courses:
- PSYC 100 - Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSYC 353 - Adult Psychopathology (3)
- PSYC 435 - Personality Theories (3)
- PSYC 436 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3)
- PSYC 451 - Principles of Psychological Assessment (3)
A supporting elective or electives totaling 3 credits chosen from the following (3):