Why graduate school for psychology offer only research programs??

i want to be a clinical psychologist workin in health or private practise, but many and practically all prestigious graduate schools offer only for students who are interested in Research , why is that? and what should i do?


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Why graduate school for psychology offer only research programs??
I faced the same situation when I applied to grad school years ago in clinical psychology. many graduate schools obtain grant funding and prestige through research publications, not graduating highly qualified practitioners.





But there are plenty of good grad schools that do have clin. psych programs. The truth is you do not have to attend a high prestige school to obtain an outstanding education in clin. psych., although there are fairly prestigious schools with such programs. You just have to do some looking to find these schools.





It is important to find a grad. school that values clin. psychologists who want to be excellent direct service practitioners. Otherwise, you can feel like you are treated as a second-class citizen. If you know some psychologists who engage in direct service, ask them about schools they recommend. Also you may be able to google some programs, then follow-up with phone calls. If possible, talk to some recent grads from some of these programs.





You may also want to check for programs that emphasize the degree of PsyD, doctorate in psychology. These degrees still offer a doctorate, but they are direct service oriented rather than research oriented. The courses are more relevant for those entering private practice, and as far as I can tell, the degree is regarded no less favorably than a PhD.





So persevere! You will find what you need.

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