Program Overview

Based at KCU’s Kansas City campus, the clinical psychology program provides broad and general doctoral-level training in clinical psychology, culminating in the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The program emphasizes the integration of empirical evidence and clinical practice, with competency-based coursework and extensive clinical training experiences.

Program Aims

Our PsyD program has four key aims designed to ensure the development of well-rounded, competent clinical psychologists:

1. Comprehensive Knowledge
   Students acquire a thorough understanding of the theoretical and scientific foundations of psychology, equipping them to apply this knowledge as health service providers in clinical settings.

2. Clinical Competency
   Students develop a robust set of clinical skills, behaviors and attitudes, enabling them to excel in evidence-based assessment, intervention and outcome evaluation while working with diverse populations.

3. Research Integration
   Students gain a solid grounding in psychological research and scientific inquiry, with the ability to incorporate this knowledge into their clinical practice.

4. Integrated Health Care Expertise
   Students are trained to function effectively as members of integrated health care teams, demonstrating proficiency in collaborative, team-based care.