PhD program

Doctorate in Philosophy Psychology

General information and program requirements - Doctorate in Philosophy Psychology

  • The only bilingual program accredited by the CPA
  • Clinical work with diverse populations and approaches at multiple settings
  • Cutting edge research across a range of topics
  • French or English, complete your studies in the language of your choice!
  • Specialized training available in Program Evaluation or Child & Family Services 

The clinical PhD program is a CPA-accredited scientist-practitioner program designed to train students in both research and clinical skills that can lead to a broad range of employment possibilities. Through practica, students learn about clinical work with children, adolescents, families, adults and couples, as well as about program evaluation and consultation with community agencies. Research skills are taught through an apprenticeship model with thesis supervisors, who may be full-time professors in clinical or experimental psychology, cross-appointed professors in other university departments, or adjunct or clinical professors working in hospitals or other community agencies.

Information specific to the program

Microprogram

Microprogram on Evaluation of Social and Health Programs and Policies

Evaluation of Social and Health Programs and Policies

6 credits

Acquire specific skills in the interdisciplinary area of developing and improving health and social service programs

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School of Psychology

Faculty of Social Sciences
Vanier Hall
136 Jean-Jacques Lussier, Room 3002
Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5
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Tel.: 613-562-5801

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(June to August: closed at 3:30 p.m.)