<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Ph.D. in Psychology program with a specialization in Addictions offered by National University is designed to prepare you for non-clinical positions in this field. You can expand your current knowledge of the dynamics of substance abuse and dependence as well as get an overview of multiple tools and processes for addiction assessment and treatment planning. Additional courses cover related compulsive disorders, co-occurring disorders, and group therapy. The program culminates with a dissertation, where you will be required to write and defend a dissertation on an original research topic that contributes to the field of addictions psychology. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you have some mental health knowledge or work experience and are interested learning more about the psychological theories and principles related to substance abuse and addictions, you could be a good candidate for this program. Applicants to National University's online Ph.D. in Psychology programs must have a master's degree from an accredited academic institution. Individuals with a master's degree in a field other than psychology, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, or social work may need to complete additional courses before beginning the Ph.D. curriculum. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>To graduate from this program, you will be required to complete at least 60 credit hours. Requirements include 30 foundation credits, 18 specialization credits, and 12 dissertation credits. </p> <p><u>Courses for a Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Addictions</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Required Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7101</td><td> Foundations for Doctoral Study in Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7102</td><td> Scholarly Writing and Professional Communication in Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7103</td><td>Research Methods</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7104</td><td>Statistics I</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7115</td><td> Tests and Measurements in Industrial/Organizational Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7106</td><td>Quantitative Research Design</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7107</td><td>Statistics II</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7108</td><td>Qualitative Research Design</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 7109</td><td>Planning Dissertation Research in Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>CMP 9701P</td><td> Pre-Candidacy Prospectus</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Specialization Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8111</td><td>Clinical Survey of Substance Abuse and Dependence</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8112</td><td>Addiction Assessment and Treatment Planning</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8113</td><td>Addiction and Related Disorders</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8114</td><td>Co-Occurring Disorders</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8115</td><td>Family Systems Approaches to Addiction</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8116</td><td>Group Therapy</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Dissertation Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>DIS 9901A</td><td> Components of the Dissertation</td></tr> <tr><td>DIS 9902A</td><td>The Dissertation Proposal</td></tr> <tr><td>DIS 9903A</td><td>Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Data Collection</td></tr> <tr><td>DIS 9904A</td><td>The Dissertation Manuscript and Defense</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterGraduation">What Could I Do After Graduation?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>After completing this program, you may be able to pursue a variety of career paths in addiction psychology. You may seek positions in areas of research, program administration, or postsecondary teaching. Possible careers could include: </p> <ul><li>Addiction psychology researcher </li><li>Substance abuse program director </li><li>Program evaluator </li><li>Postsecondary teacher </li><li>Addictions program consultant</li></ul>