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School and Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)

Clinical and school psychologists work with clients in many settings, from schools and community health care facilities to medical centers and university counseling centers.

At Kean, our combined school and clinical psychology doctoral program prepares students for those roles, combining education and training across the two practice areas of school psychology and clinical psychology. Along with rigorous academic coursework and training experiences, mentorship of students by faculty is key to the program. Each entering class is limited to approximately 12 students per year to allow professors to work more directly with students. 

 The program offers numerous opportunities for clinical and research experiences, including a wide variety of externship placements and presenting and publishing with faculty members.

The combined training model gives graduates a depth of training for a wide range of professional and academic positions, increasing career flexibility and marketability.

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Graduate students in Kean's school and clinical psychology program prepare for careers in many settings.

What You Learn

You receive doctoral-level training to prepare for a career as a school or clinical psychologist, in a graduate program that combines training in both practice areas.

  • Become skilled in the assessment of contextual factors (with both breadth and depth) and behavioral processes that shape clients’ lives.
  • Acquire skills in intervention that help clients make meaningful changes in their lives.
  • Appreciate the intrinsic connection between scholarly activity and applied work, and take part in evidence-informed practice and practice-informed research.
  • Gain extensive training experience working with diverse populations, both in campus-based practicum sites devoted to clinical training, and in community service facilities.
  • Participate in scientific inquiry throughout all program levels, and complete a formal doctoral dissertation.

Beginning in the second year, students see clients through Kean Psychological Services, providing assessment and/or psychotherapeutic services. The final year brings a full-time internship in a clinical or school setting, which students typically find through a national match process.

Admission Requirements

If you have admissions questions, contact Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@kean.edu or (908) 737-4723.

    Program Information

    Psy.D. in Combined School and Clinical Psychology

    Application Deadline
    Fall: January 8
    No spring admission

    Program Director:
    Jennifer Block-Lerner, Ph.D.
    jlerner@kean.edu

    Faculty:

    David Brandwein
    Adrienne Garro
    Keri Giordano
    Aaron Gubi
    Jennifer Lerner
    Donald Marks
    Aditi Vijay

    Additional Resources

    Kean Psychological Services

    Center for Autism Assessment & Research Services

    Mindful Moments

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    The Classroom and Beyond

    At Kean, we believe learning extends far beyond the walls of our classrooms and labs. That's why we encourage you to get involved in clubs and organizations, publish your research and pursue internships that will advance your career. Find out more.

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    Externship Programs

    All students participate in two to three externship placements in a K-12 school setting in their second year in the program; a clinical setting in the third year; and an optional externship in year four.
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    Student Groups

    A student group, Kean Psychology Graduate Council, is comprised of students in the Psy.D. program and the professional diploma in school psychology program.
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    Research

    Kean students have the chance to conduct research with world-class faculty and present their findings at the annual Kean Research Days event.

    After Kean

    Kean's Psy.D. graduates obtain fellowships and work opportunities in a wide range of settings.

    • Mental health centers
    • Education institutions, including K-12 schools, colleges and universities
    • Academic medical centers and hospitals
    • Correctional facilities
    • Independent practices

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    Journal articles or book chapters published by Kean students and faculty in one recent year

    Accreditation

    In 2016, Kean University's Psy.D. in Combined School and Clinical Psychology was awarded American Psychology Association (APA) accreditation.

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    American Psychological Association Education Directorate
    Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
    750 First St. NE
    Washington, DC 20002

    Phone: (202) 336-5979
    Fax: (202) 336-5978

    The program is also accredited by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) - https://www.nasponline.org/standards-and-certification

    Licensure

     

    Licenses are issued by each state, with each having its own requirements with regard to scores on the national Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), state jurisprudence examinations, state-specific supplemental courses, and the number and nature of predoctoral and/or postdoctoral hours required.  

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