The Clinical Psychology Doctorate Programme is a full time three-year postgraduate professional course, leading to a Doctoral qualification in clinical psychology, designed to train psychologists to be eligible for appointment as Clinical Psychologists in the health services.

 

There are four key strands around which course delivery is organised: (1) Academic Competence; (2) Clinical Competence; (3) Research Competence; (4) Personal Development. Programme delivery is through active learning workshops based on adult learning principles including experiential learning, skills practice, and reflective practice.

 

The Clinical Psychology Doctorate Programme is a full-time, three-year postgraduate professional course in clinical psychology, designed to train psychologists to be eligible for appointment as Clinical Psychologists in the health services.

 

The programme is delivered in partnership between the University and Health Services Executive (HSE) and other organisations. Each student is offered a specified purpose contract of employment for 3 years as a Trainee Clinical Psychologist with the HSE or other organisations.

 

Most placements will take place in the Limerick/Clare/Tipperary Area. However, they may be located anywhere in Ireland. Trainees must be available to travel to placements beyond County Limerick.  Acceptance of a place on the programme will require a commitment to travel to various placement locations.

 

As well as completing placements and study in Adult Mental Health, Intellectual Disability and Autism, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, and Elective areas, trainees also receive support for Personal and Professional Development, and an advanced training in clinical research leading to a research thesis at the end of year 3.