<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology program with a specialization in Health Psychology at National University gives you the chance to learn the theories and psychological principles that address helping people work through different health issues that they may encounter. Courses will explore everything from professional ethics to different research methods, allowing you to cover many different topics in the field of psychology. You will also have the chance to participate in a series of research and dissertation classes so that you can practice and demonstrate what you have learned in the program. In order to graduate, you must pass all your classes with at least a B grade. You will also need to pass a comprehensive exam and write and defend an acceptable doctoral dissertation. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are interested in applying to this program, you should have a basic understanding of how people function mentally and physically. You should already be educated in psychology, and have studied health in some capacity before you enter into the program. You are also required to 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 60 credit hours. Requirements include 30 foundation credits, 18 specialization credits, and 12 dissertation credits. </p> <p><u>Courses for a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology with a Specialization in Health 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>PSY 8300</td><td> Health Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8301</td><td>Psychosocial Factors in Health</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8302</td><td>Behavioral Nutrition</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8303</td><td>Eating Disorders and Obesity</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8304</td><td>Complementary and Alternative Medicine</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 8305</td><td>Consultation and Interventions in Health Care Settings</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 seek out a career path that suits your talents and interests. You may be able to find work interacting with groups or individuals or in a more research-oriented environment. </p> <p>Possible career paths include, but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Medical Therapist </li><li>Physical Therapist </li><li>Psychologist </li><li>School Counselor </li><li>Psychology Researcher </li><li>Self-Help Writer</li></ul>