Master of Science
Clinical Psychology
Benedictine University Benedictine University’s Master of Science (M.S.)
in Clinical Psychology program provides the
coursework, clinical experience and theoretical
orientation needed by the student pursuing a career
in counseling. The program also prepares students
to take the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
examination and the Licensed Clinical Professional
Counselor (LCPC) examination.
Program Overview • • •
he Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Psychology program uses a “I can honestly say that variety of teaching methods, including case studies in combination Benedictine’s M.S. in Clinical T with laboratories, to better integrate academic information with Psychology program was one practical application. It also requires an internship for further application of learned concepts in the workplace setting. of the highlights of my life. I For more than 30 years, the M.S. in Clinical Psychology program at feel extremely fortunate to Benedictine University has been preparing students for careers in counseling, have been accepted into the psychotherapy, mental health services and social services for all age groups. program. Without exception, The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the most current therapeutic techniques and practices. the faculty was supportive and helpful, and the The M.S. in Clinical Psychology program consists of an academic and professional education that is grounded in client-centered theory and practice. foundation of client-centered Benedictine’s students are trained in a variety of theoretical perspectives that counseling courses provided expand their skills. Extensive field experience in mental health settings is also an essential part of the program. The curriculum prepares students to take the invaluable tools for future Illinois Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) examination and the Licensed courses. The blend of younger Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) examination. With a superior and returning students was reputation for preparing students for the workforce, Benedictine’s graduates are employed in private practice, public mental health centers, hospitals, residential another strength. I feel well treatment facilities and social service agencies helping individuals and families. prepared for entering this The program partners with the National Board for Certified Counselors to host the National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification field and am enjoying my twice a year, allowing students to take the exam prior to graduation. work immensely.” The M.S. in Clinical Psychology program is based on the quarter system. Daniel Frett, counselor at Guided There are four, 10-week quarters per year and 90 quarter hour credits are Path Psychological Services, Palatine, required to graduate. Students have the option to attend full or part time. Ill., and volunteer at Suicide Classes are offered during the day, in the evening and on weekends. Prevention Services, Batavia, Ill. The M.S. in Clinical Psychology program offers students an extensive list of courses from which to choose. The following is a sampling of courses available to students in the program: • Clinical Interviewing and • Theory and Practice of Counseling Diagnostic and Statistical Manual and Psychotherapy Prerequisites of Mental Disorders • Group Counseling and Psychotherapy • Principles of Behavior Modification The following three courses are the • Research in Counseling prerequisites for the MCP program. • Psychology of Women and Psychotherapy • General Psychology • Professional, Ethical and Legal • Theory and Practice of • Abnormal Psychology Issues in Counseling Play Therapy with Children • Statistics • Methods of Research • Human Development: • Counseling Laboratory Infancy and Childhood Students may begin coursework with a maximum of one prerequisite outstanding. • Stress Management • Human Sexuality An interview is a requirement of the • Cognitive Therapy • Introduction to Art Therapy admissions process. • Addictions and the Family
Courses • • • • • • Concentrations
Concentrations allow students to develop special expertise in psychological approaches to understand and treat specific populations. Students who choose a concentration complete the core courses required of all M.S. in Clinical Psychology students and a series of classes that allow them to acquire clinical experience relevant to their area of concentration.
Child Marriage and Family From the core courses: From the core courses: MCP 646 Human Development: MCP 550 Addiction and the Family Infancy and Childhood MCP 551 Alcohol and Other Substances MCP 647 Human Development: of Abuse Adolescence MCP 648 Human Development: MCP 664 Psychological Assessment: Adulthood Measurement and Test Evaluation MCP 672 Marriage and Family: From the elective courses: Systems and Theory MCP 560 Principles of Behavior Modification MCP 673 Workshop in Marital Therapy MCP 650 Introduction to Art Therapy MCP 653 Behavior Disorders of Childhood From the electives: MCP 655 Theory and Techniques of Play MCP 580 Psychology of Women Therapy with Children MCP 649 Human Sexuality
Clinical field placement: Clinical field placement: MCP 690 Supervised Field Experience MCP 690 Supervised Field Experience or 691 in Mental Health in a setting or 691 in Mental Health in a setting treating children and adolescents treating families and couples • • • M.S. in Clinical Psychology Benedictine University •5700CollegeRd. Lisle,Benedictine University IL60532 email [email protected] orvisitben.edu. For more information, callthe EnrollmentCenterat(630)829-6300, areavailable atben.edu/police. Safety Report andAnnualFire The AnnualSecurityReport and 20graduateprograms. Illinois, andMesa, Arizona.Founded in1887, asaCatholicuniversity Benedictineenrolls10,058studentsin56undergraduate Benedictine University Faculty B.A., 1972,University ofIllinois UniversityM.A., 1994,Liberty Ph.D., 2009, Walden University Instructor, ClinicalPsychology Patricia Somers, Ph.D. B.A., 1971,Northern Illinois University M.S., 1996,Benedictine University Program Director, ClinicalPsychology Margaret Salyer, M.S.,LCPC B.A., 1990,University ofMount Union DePaul 2003, M.A., University Ph.D., 2007,DePaul University Chair,Department Professor, Associate Psychology Brian G.Patterson, Ph.D. B.A., 1979,University ofIllinois atChicago M.A., 1984,University ofNotre Dame Ph.D., 1988,University ofNotre Dame Professor,Associate Psychology, ClinicalPsychology Dianne R.Moran, Ph.D. B.A., 2005,University ofIllinois M.S., 2010, Walden University Ph.D., 2014, Walden University Professor,Assistant ClinicalPsychology Matthew Glowiak, Ph.D. include: faculty core Psychology Clinical Psychology. in The of Masters Association American North of the members are faculty All disciplines. their and professions of their edge cutting atthe them keeping knowledge, up-to-date with credentials couple exemplary who professionals up of experienced made is at Benedictine faculty the importantly, Most theirs. as understanding and experience much own on your as builds that environment alearning through guided be you will classroom, the involve In you. –they do not simply lecture program Psychology Clinical in M.S. the in members Faculty
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