Psy.D.?

[SPAGo 98]

i know this is a Doctor of Psychology, but could anyone tell me the distinctions between this and a Ph.D. in psychology? thanks!

[EROS]

Hes, I have a friend who has a Psy.D.

Historically, Ph.D. degrees in Psychology have always come from academic programs. Today, these university settings look for people who are primarily interested in research.

Over the last 10-15 years , some Professional Schools of Psychology have sprung up which allow students to get a Psy.D.; most of the emphasis in training is on clinical work rather than research. The schools are accredited but they're not part of big academic institutions.

[SPAGo 98]

thanks EROS. :)

[Judy from Boise]

ND, MD, DVD, etc are practice doctrates, a PhD in any field is usually research based. I am currently trying to pick a doctoral program that focuses on practice and education.......but it is very hard ! Most programs are PhD....and would require on site research work for years ! PhD programs just set my teeth on edge ! The paternalism of "come sit at my feet and learn, till i decide you know enough " just grates me on every level ! I would rather earn a few more master's degrees any day ! I may find a DNsC, which is the nursing practice doctrate.