Doctor of Psychology
in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)*

The Psy.D. program at Loyola College (*APA accredited) bases its philosophy on the "scholar-professional" model. This model, endorsed by the Vail Conference of Graduate Educators in Psychology in 1973, has as its main purpose to train autonomous practitioners of applied psychology. Rather than emphasizing training to conduct independent research projects to the same degree as applied work (the "scientist-practitioner" model), the "scholar-professional" model emphasizes the clinical training of students; their ability to conduct and evaluate research relevant to professional psychology; and providing students with a foundation of psychological theory and knowledge.  The curriculum is consistent with APA guidelines and the competency model developed by the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology.

It is important to note that Loyola's focus on a mentorship program serves to reinforce both theory and practice of psychology through a one-on-one relationship with a faculty adviser.

*Committee on Accreditation
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