Staffordshire University: Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
Institution | Staffordshire University View institution profile |
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Department | Life Sciences and Education |
Web | www.staffs.ac.uk |
enquiries@staffs.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01782 294000 |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our professional doctorate represents a unique blend of academic study, clinical experience and research which will enable you to qualify as a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
An important strand running through the course is the impact of society upon psychological wellbeing. We encourage you to be alert to and involved in the wider context of changing health, social and economic needs of the population.
The teaching elements of the course are closely linked to the work you’ll be doing in your clinical placements and your research activities. The links between theory, practice and personal development are developed through a strong emphasis on reflective practice.
The course has been commended by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for the high regard in which the course team and its students are held by NHS stakeholders and service users who play an active role in its development and implementation.
Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and membership of the Division of Clinical Psychology in the BPS.
The course is a partnership between Staffordshire University, the NHS and practising clinical psychologists in Shropshire and Staffordshire. As a trainee clinical psychologist, under current funding arrangements, you’ll be employed full-time by one of two local NHS Trusts.
Applications can only be accepted via the Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology
On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: Professional Doctorate Clinical Psychology
Professional Doctorate
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | You’ll need: A good honours degree (2:1 or 1st) in Psychology. Where your first degree is not in Psychology, you must have a minimum 2:1 in your original degree, supported by a recognised conversion course to Psychology. Enhanced criminal record checks are made through the Disclosure and Barring Service (for England and Wales) or Disclosure Scotland. Occupational health screening is carried out by the employing NHS Trust before commencing employment. Applications can only be accepted via the Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology |
Location | Staffordshire University (Stoke-on-Trent Campus) College Road Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2DE |

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