Program Details
A master’s degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology prepares licensed psychologists to prescribe medications safely and effectively in locations where they have legal prescriptive authority. The program combines studies of medication, management, and biopsychosocial treatment.
Professional psychologists and doctors can use this degree to specialize and enhance their career or transfer into a more research-oriented role. Students gain a unique perspective on health care by studying the intersection of medical and psychological knowledge.
Courses cover topics such as:
- Neuroscience
- Pharmacology
- Special populations
- Physical assessment
- Pharmacotherapeutics
Learning Pace
Institution-Paced% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Alliant International University is accredited by:
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Doctorate DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Essay/Writing Sample, Interview, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Required to be a licensed psychologist