Coordinator of Clinical/Counseling Psychology with optional

Substance Abuse Concentration: vacant

Coordinator of School Psychology: Dr. Samuel F. Broughton

Francis Marion University is responsive to the needs of the region by offering the Master of Science Degree in Applied Psychology (MSAP) and proposing program modifications in this professional degree as indicated. Graduates of the MSAP program will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to work as professionals in clinical, school, health, and other community settings as scientist practitioners. The MSAP program adheres to the standards of training of the Council of Applied Master's Programs in Psychology (CAMPP), is accredited by the Masters in Psychology Accreditation Council (MPAC), and is approved as a specialist-level training program by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Students and graduates of the MSAP program bring scholarship and reflection to their work, and an understanding of diversity in clientele, methodology, and application. Students and graduates of the MSAP program report that their training occurred in a positive learning environment that recognized and nurtured diversity while emphasizing academic excellence. MSAP faculty produce scholarship that enhances teaching, involved students, and contributes to the profession of psychology. MSAP faculty consult with and render academic and practical assistance to local human service agencies, hospitals, and regional schools.

Enrollment in the program is limited, with courses offered during evening hours to accommodate the student who is currently employed. Courses offer a blend of classroom activities and experiential training designed to acquaint the student with both the theory and the practical applications of psychological knowledge.

While classes are taught in the evening, school psychology students should be mindful that practicum experiences must occur during the day. Additionally, the internship must be a full-time experience as a school psychologist in a public school setting during the Fall and Spring semesters. Clinical/Counseling students should be aware that their internship also requires a full-time commitment that may require them taking a leave of absence from other employment.

Students wishing to undertake graduate study in psychology first must meet with the Coordinator of the Clinical/Counseling Option, or the School Option (as appropriate) in the Department of Psychology and Sociology.