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This program prepares graduates for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. The PhD in Education Studies in the field of School and Applied Child Psychology prepares school psychologists to create and use the knowledge of psychological science in ways that enhance the well-being of children, youth and families in schools and communities. Students gain a deep interdisciplinary, psychological understanding of the complex relationships between cognition, teaching and learning and the factors and conditions that influence the learning process and its outcomes.
Additionally, students become highly knowledgeable about the interactions among cognition, a�ect, social development and mental health within a developmental perspective. Graduates have the knowledge, skills and competencies to apply these understandings to inform assessment and intervention practice in the social and material environments of schools and other settings.
ONSITE | Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) | Four Years
Field of School and Applied Child Psychology
www.edu.uwo.ca | 1-519-661-2099 | [email protected] University | London, Ontario, CANADA
Why Western Education’s PhD?
Field of School and Applied Child Psychology
This four-year, onsite program is designed for thosewishing to:
• qualify to become a registered psychologist in schools or related settings• build research design and implementation skills along with practitioner capabilities• learn from expert faculty and registered psychologists• conduct research within the field of School and Applied Child Psychology
Acquire a unique skill set that combines contemporary research and practitioner best practices
Develop a solid grounding in theory and research during coursework and thesis work, and a firm grasp of the applied strategies psychologists use during practicum and internship periods.
Find the research area you’re passion about and prepare a plan explaining your research problem, methodologies and contribution to the field
Work with your supervisor and expert faculty to explore research opportunities and design an approach to conducting sound research in an areaof need.
Solidify your learning by completing your thesis work and doing a full-year internship with a registered psychologist
Sharpen your ability to carry out research, synthesize results and lead assessment and intervention activities to improve patient well-being.
Mandatory Courses
• Comprehensive Child and Adolescent Assessment I• Brain, Mind and Education• Comprehensive Child and Adolescent Assessment II• Childhood Psychopathology• Child and Adolescent Intervention• Consultation and Collaboration• Professional Case Seminar in year 1, 2, and 3
Program Milestones
• Year 1: Practicum I, Qualifying Paper• Year 2: Practicum II, Thesis Proposal• Year 3: Advanced Practicum, Begin Thesis• Year 4: Internship, Complete Thesis
Admission Requirements
• An MA or equivalent (with thesis) in Clinical, Developmental, Cognitive, Counselling or Educational Psychology• Normally an "A" standing (80%) or equivalent in previous graduate work• Statement of research and professional interests and plans• Students short-listed for the program may be required to participate in a telephone or in-person interview
Learn More
Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more by visiting our program website, calling the program office or emailing questions to the address below. We look forward to hearing from you.
Conduct leading-edge research alongside world-class faculty.
Helps students succeed at the highest level of academia.
Comprehensive funding package with annual tuition.
Research Expertise Mentorship Model Funding Package
