Neuropsychology

Neuropsychologists (and behavioral neuropsychologists) explore the relationships between brain systems and behavior. For example, behavioral neuropsychologists may study the way the brain creates and stores memories, or how various diseases and injuries of the brain affect emotion, perception, and behavior. They design tasks to study normal brain functions with new imaging techniques, such as positron emission tomography (PET), single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).

The 2001 Doctorate Employment Survey from APA's Center for Psychology Workforce Analysis and Research (CPWAR) found that 73% of the 1,754 responding psychologists who earned their doctorates in 2000-2001 secured their first choice when looking for a job. In addition, 75% of respondents were employed within 3 months of receiving the doctorate. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects that opportunities in psychology will continue to grow over the next decade.

Clinical Psychology / Health and Neuropsychology - PsyD
(Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Hawaii, Orange County, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco, Schamburg, Seattle, Tampa, Twin Cities, Washington DC)

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program has been designed to educate and train students so that they may eventually be able to function effectively as clinical psychologists. To ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum provides for the meaningful integration of theory, training, and practice.

Optional concentrations include:
• Child & Family Psychology
• Diversity & Multicultural Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Health & Neuropsychology