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    MA Programs in Clinical Psychology

    An MA, or Masters of Arts degree, is designed to give students a deep understanding of a specific field. Typically requiring between one and three years to complete, an MA can be offered in any one of hundreds of different fields.

    What is an MA in Clinical Psychology? This course of study involves the use of psychological principles to treat a wide variety of mental disorders and improve the quality of life for patients. This branch of health care might involve psychological assessment, psychotherapy, psychological treatment, research, consultation, and counseling. Students will learn about a wide variety of possible challenges to mental well-being and learn to determine the best treatments for them.

    There are a number of advantages available to those who complete one a clinical psychology master’s degree program. First and foremost, students will be able to learn more about how to provide assistance to those in mental distress, which is both a useful life skill and an important requirement for many careers. Additionally, students often find they can improve their own problem solving abilities and gain an important advantage in the job market.

    The cost of earning one of these degrees can be very different across institutions. Students should contact the school of their choice to learn more about tuition, fees, and other financial information before they decide to enroll.

    Many careers can be pursued with an MA degree in clinical psychology. Graduates can become psychologists or psychiatrists, treating patients and helping to improve their quality of life; they might work in hospitals or private clinics. Those who have this degree can also become counselors or social workers, as well as researchers who seek to learn more about the field.

    If you want to earn an MA in Clinical Psychology, start here. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.