PsyD Clinical Psychology

Course Overview The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology at the University of La Verne trains scholar-practitioners to integrate scientific knowledge with compassionate, ethical, and multiculturally competent clinical practice. This five-year, full-time program prepares graduates for licensure and successful careers in diverse mental health settings through a rigorous curriculum and extensive hands-on training. Key Program Highlights Accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), ensuring a high-quality education that meets national standards for clinical training. Extensive clinical experience with over 1,500 practicum hours at Southern California sites and a full-time, 1,500-hour predoctoral internship. Cohort-based model fostering close collaboration and a supportive learning community among a small group of peers. Scholar-practitioner model emphasizing the vital connection between empirical research and applied clinical practice. Curriculum designed to meet the academic and pre-doctoral requirements for licensure as a psychologist in the state of California.