PSY 7913 - Psy.D. Proposal Development

(1 unit)

Critically evaluating and being able to execute qualitative and quantitative research proficiently are core competencies involved in earning the Psy.D. in clinical psychology. The goals of the Research Seminar are (a) to develop students’ research skills, knowledge and ability to evaluate empirical research, particularly with relevance to their own area of research specialization; (b) provide a support structure to help students progress in developing their dissertation research; (c) provide a forum for students to apply research and statistical concepts learned in other courses to the design of their own and others’ projects; (d) encourage enthusiasm and respect for the research bases of the field; and (e) further students’ development of an area of research specialization.