<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The PhD in Psychology program with a specialization in General Psychology at National University is designed to expand your already solid foundation in psychology. Courses will cover a variety of topics ranging from human development to theories of personality. You will also have the opportunity to select from a number of different electives to focus on areas in which you have particular talents or interests. You will be required to pass all your courses with at least a B average, pass a comprehensive examination, and write and defend an acceptable doctoral dissertation in order to graduate from this program. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are interested in enrolling in this program, you should have a strong background in psychology. You should want to hone your intrapersonal skills as well as your organizational and research skills for use in a current or future career. You must have a master's degree prior to applying to this program at National University. </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 PhD in Psychology with a specialization in General Psychology</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 7105</td><td>Tests and Measurements</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>Example courses:</td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8100</td><td> Theories of Personality</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8101</td><td>Multicultural Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8103</td><td>Cognition, Emotion, and Motivation</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8139</td><td>Positive Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8140</td><td>Community Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8106</td><td>Human Communication- Interviewing Skills</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>Upon completing this program, you may be able to pursue a career path that suits your interests and talents. By using the skills emphasized in this course, you may be able to find work interacting directly with clients or working more on your own in a research environment. </p> <p>Possible career paths include but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Psychologist </li><li>School Councilor </li><li>Psychiatrist </li><li>Self-Help Writer </li><li>Researcher </li><li>Social Worker</li></ul>