The psychiatric rehabilitation 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.
There is a liberal transfer credit policy. 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:
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PSRT6301 Advanced Doctoral Seminar
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PSRT6025 Tests and Measurements
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PSRT6107 Multivariate Statistics
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PSRT6322 Evaluation Research
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PSRT6120 Advanced Theories of Counseling
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PSRT7005 Dissertation Research
The
counselor education and supervision curriculum consists of 64 credits taken in the areas of counseling practice and
clinical supervision, research, teaching, leadership and advocacy, practicum, and
counseling individuals with serious 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 specific to this program include:
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PSRT6120 Advanced Theories of Counseling
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PSRT6000 Fundamentals of Clinical
Supervision
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PSRT7000 Teaching in Counselor Education
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PSRT7101 Advanced
Doctoral Practicum in Counseling
Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions 
