The psychiatric rehabilitation counseling Ph.D. curriculum consists of 76 credits from the areas of research, psychiatric rehabilitation methods, and teaching. Written and oral communication skills are stressed. In addition,
there is a strong emphasis on practical applications of knowledge and skills in seminars,
independent studies, and original research. Students are required to carry out research
projects both individually and as a member of a team.
Transfer credits from other graduate studies will be considered. In addition, with faculty approval, students may
develop portfolios to receive credit for specific areas of professional expertise. Students
are required to sit for a qualifying examination after completing a minimum of 36 core
credits and prior to entering candidacy for the doctorate.
A sample of courses specific to the doctoral program include:
- PSRT5311 Statistical Methods
- PSRT5321 Applied Research
- PSRT6015 General Linear Model
- PSRT6211 Seminar in Qualitative Methods of Inquiry
- PSRT6301 Advanced Doctoral Seminar
The
counselor education and supervision track consists of 64 credits taken in the areas of counseling practice and
clinical supervision, research, teaching, leadership and advocacy, practicum, and
counseling individuals with psychiatric conditions. These credits must be taken
after the completion of a master's degree from a Council for Accreditation
of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) or equivalent program. Additional
credits (by advisement) may be required to fulfill CACREP requirements.
A sample of courses for the PhD in Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counseling include:
- PSRT5311 Statistical Methods
- PSRT5321 Applied Research
- PSRT6015 General Linear Model
- PSRT6120 Advanced Theories of Counseling
- PSRT6211 Seminar in Qualitative Methods of Inquiry
- PSRT6301 Advanced Doctoral Seminar
- PSRT6305 Seminar in Counselor Leadership and Advocacy
-
PSRT7000 Teaching in Counselor Education
Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions 
