OVERVIEW
Program description
MSc Clinical Psychology is a full-time-two year program initiated by the Department of Clinical Psychology, MCHP. The course is designed to provide training in theoretical and practical aspects of various psychological test and intensive supervised training in the area of interviewing and psychological assessments. First of its kind postgraduate program in Clinical Psychology in a hospital setting in India. Allows the student to observe clients with various mental health concerns that come to the Clinical Psychology OPD of Kasturba Hospital, Manipal. This ensures simultaneous transfer of theoretical knowledge to real life clinical scenario throughout the two years.
Focus
Demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge of core topics and skills in the discipline of clinical psychology, their applications in research and professional contexts.
· Training in theoretical and practical aspects of various psychological test and supervised training in the area of interviewing and psychological assessments
· Provision of clinical exposure in dealing with various mental health related conditions
· Exposure in specialized clinics such as school mental health programs, rehabilitation and community health care centers
· Opportunity to assist with trained professionals to conduct skills training workshop for child and adolescent population
· Implementation of innovative teaching strategies which include lectures, seminars, micro teaching and skills training to enhance teaching and learning performance which will help to address the rapid technological advances
Careers Prospectus
The course prepares the candidate to be competent to work in :
· Hospital setting as Psychologists
· School and Educational centers as Counsellors
· Community mental health centers
· Rehabilitation Centers
· Assisting Clinical Psychologists and Psychiatrists in psychometric evaluation
· Faculty for UG and PG psychology programs
· Research assistants in projects
· Pursue higher education
Key Dates & Deadlines
15
Mar 15 25
Mar ' 25
Last date to Apply
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Tentative Course Commencement Date
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Duration
2 years (4 semesters)
Career Paths
Upon completing Master’s Program, a number of exciting career options await you. Many of our alumni go onto pursue MPhil Clinical Psychology from reputed institutions. Other career options include
- Independent practice as Psychologist
- School Psychology
- Corporate training
Facilties
Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training in procedures
Sports & Fitness
Marena is the world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience
Libraries
Libraries have publications on the latest developments in allied healthcare
Facilties
Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training in procedures
Sports & Fitness
Marena is the world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience
Libraries
Libraries have publications on the latest developments in allied healthcare