Why earn your PsyD at Missouri State?
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Receive top-notch clinical training
Our program partners with Burrell Behavioral Health. You will earn clinical hours and have other educational opportunities at Burrell.
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Choose your emphasis
Your degree for your goals. Choose from three emphasis areas for your PsyD: behavior analysis, diversity and activism, or integrated health.
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We’re one-of-a-kind in the area
MSU has the only doctorate program in psychology in southwest Missouri.
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Increase your career potential
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Health Service Psychologists earn over $80,000 per year on average.
Guiding your path to completion
The PsyD program includes courses, practicums and seminars, plus an internship and dissertation.
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Career options with a PsyD
As a licensed Health Service Psychologist, you’re qualified to provide mental and behavioral health care services.
Your clients can be individuals, couples, families and/or groups.
Most Health Service Psychologist have careers in:
- Community care
- Higher education
- Hospital administration
- Integrated health care/mental health treatment
- Research institutions
- School systems