Clinical Psychologists work to assess, diagnose, treat, and prevent mental disorders in children and adults. Often this involves helping people deal with personal issues, like divorce or the death of a loved one, by offering different ways of interpreting and understanding problems and situations.

Though a bachelor's degree in psychology is a good place to start, a doctoral degree, such as a PhD or PsyD, is often required for independent practice as a psychologist. Undergraduate and graduate degree programs in clinical psychology examine the current theory and practices associated with major dysfunctional behavior and prepare graduates to work with diverse individuals in a broad range of settings, including healthcare, education, government, and business environments. Typical coursework may include study of:

• Cognition
• Social Behavior
• Intervention
• Psychopathology
• Human Sexuality
• Family Therapy
• Chemical Dependency
• Child Psychopathology

Specialization is available in a number of areas like severe psychological disorders, such as schizophrenia and depression, Counseling, School Psychology, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and Forensic Psychology.

Finding the best online or campus program means finding a degree that fits your lifestyle and is in line with your academic and career goals. Whether you're looking to start a new career or enhance your current skills, accredited online and campus degrees in clinical psychology and counseling have helped many further their education and achieve success.