[How much research experience should I have?]

On August 10, 2017 at 10:35 PM, abnumber5 said:

In my state you are provisionally licensed after completion of a doctoral degree, and fully licensed after 2 years of supervision.

It varies by state, but I would guess the procedures are fairly similar.

Yes, it varies by state. Thanks for the clarification.  

[How much research experience should I have?]

On July 31, 2017 at 8:00 AM, 8BitJourney said:

A high gpa/gre can offset a smaller amount of research experience of the got between you and a POI is very good. But giving you a hard number of years is difficult because  it varies a lot. I say a safe number is 2 years but I know people with 1 so...

Thanks for your response.

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On July 31, 2017 at 10:52 AM, ellieotter said:

I think it can depend on how much you feel you can accomplish in a year. It took me at least a year to build up from doing grunt work to being able to get on research projects and gain the independence to conduct my own. For sure at least a year, but two would be a good safe zone I think

Thanks for the info! 

[How much research experience should I have?]

On August 6, 2017 at 10:41 AM, JoePianist said:

Hi @glassesgirl, I was actually in a similar boat as you: I had graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology and Pre-Physical Therapy and was planning to attend a doctoral program for Physical Therapy. But during my last semester of undergrad, I realized that I was more interested in the psychological & social factors affecting physical health instead of the biomechanics of the human body. After talking with career advisors and trusted psychology professors, I felt that pursuing a Ph.D in Clinical Psychology was a better fit for me. Unfortunately, I hadn't accumulated any research experience in a psychology lab to be a competitive candidate for Ph.D Clinical Psychology programs, and it was extremely difficult for me finding a psychology lab after graduating that had enough spots open for volunteers.

But fortunately, I managed to get a job as a full-time research assistant in a health psychology study thanks to a referral from a previous psychology professor I had. My research advisor/boss in that lab was very supportive and well-known in her field of research, which helped me get admitted into a Ph.D Clinical Psychology program after working there for 1 year. 

Ideally in most cases, as 8BitJourney mentioned, I typically hear that 2 years of involved research experience is a safe number. If you're fortunate to find a lab with a supportive research advisor who's willing to help you with the admissions process, that's even better. When you do apply for these labs, I suggest reaching out to the lab PI (Private Investigator) by email, briefly introduce yourself, and mention your goal of applying for a Ph.D Clinical Psychology program. Ask if they can provide opportunities to strengthen your application; some might be willing to have you assist in writing abstracts or articles as a secondary author, which will also look very good on your application for these competitive programs.

Good luck, and feel free to reach out by private message too!

That was very informative. Thanks @JoePianist. I'll be sure to private message you if I have any more questions or concerns!

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On August 7, 2017 at 2:03 AM, BackNSchool83 said:

So I have no research either but have clinical experience as a counselor, I mean I've done research in research classes but not on a team. I've got great grades somehow which I guess would help but I'm worried about the gre and am aiming for MSW programs at this point. I want to be a therapist for a while and see how I like that. How long is the licensure process after the 5 year degree?

In order to practice psychology, you need to be licensed through your state's licensing board.

[How much research experience should I have?]

Hello!

I currently have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Speech-Language Pathology. I earned my bachelor's degree in the Spring of 2016. Although I have a pretty extensive background in research methods/statistics courses, I wasn't able to obtain any actual research experience during my time as an undergraduate. I have decided that I would like to go to graduate school for a Ph.D in clinical psychology. I've found some psychology research labs at my alma mater that I am in the process of applying to. I would be volunteering in these labs as a post-baccalaureate research assistant for two semesters. These labs are researching topics that I am interested in.

How long does a potential applicant conduct research before applying for graduate school in the field of clinical psychology? How much research experience should a potential applicant have?

Thanks for your responses.

 

[SLP Career Change]

You can always get a second undergraduate degree in something else. Or you can take the post baccalaureate requirements for a BSN ( Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing). Just an idea. You could also take the post baccalaureate requirements for another graduate degree (nursing, law, medicine, etc.).

I know a guy who is currently taking the prerequisites for a masters degree in engineering. He graduated last May with a bachelor's degree in Business and decided the field wasn't for him.

[Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Audiology]

@The AuDacity Thanks for this information. 

[Lamar University - Fall 2017 admission]

On 4/15/2017 at 10:03 AM, mxr123930 said:

Can you let me know If you hear back from SFA this upcoming week? Im on their waitlist too. 

@mxr123930 I am still on the waiting list for Stephen F. Austin as of today. I will definitely let you know if I am accepted off of SFA's waitlist. Please let me know if you are accepted off the waitlist as well! 

[Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Audiology]

7 hours ago, agdavi18 said:

If any more of your classmates get accepted, please share! 

 

On 4/5/2017 at 10:54 AM, The AuDacity said:

I'm not certain how many people have been accepted so far.  All I know is that in my class of 8 prospective audiology classmates, all but 1 were waitlisted (one was accepted outright, but I'm under the impression she's going to Vanderbilt, so massive kudos to her).  I'm the only one who was informed I was accepted.  I'm hoping y'all hear back soon.  I can't imagine the wait will be much longer, but please, keep us in the loop.  

All the best.  

 

As of today, I am still on the waiting list. Like agdavi18 said, if any more of your classmates get accepted, please let us know. Best of luck to you both!

[Lamar University - Fall 2017 admission]

That's great that they got back with you! Finally, right? As of yesterday, I haven't heard anything from them. I've been checking my email and the Lamar admissions portal every day. 

If you don't mind my asking, have you decided where you want to go to grad school yet? So far, I have been waitlisted at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and at Stephen F. Austin! Really hoping to hear from all of these schools soon!

[Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Audiology]

On April 2, 2017 at 0:08 AM, The AuDacity said:

Hey.

I did the standard admittance to Tech, and was waitlisted after an interview in late February.  I was accepted a few days later.

I'm under the impression you should have heard back from Tech by now.  Any update?

 

Best of luck.

Thanks for your response. I did the standard admittance, too. On March 27th, I was notified that I was placed on their waiting list.

I am staying positive that I'll be accepted soon 

[Lamar University - Fall 2017 admission]

4 hours ago, paceslp said:

Someone on the results page posted that they received their acceptance today. Have you heard anything?

I checked the results page a few minutes ago and I saw that too! At least we know that the school has started sending out acceptances.  But no, I haven't heard from them yet. 

Since other applicants have received their acceptances, we should also be hearing from them any time now.

[Lamar University - Fall 2017 admission]

On 3/25/2017 at 11:22 AM, paceslp said:

Have not heard a thing, which is crazy because the April 15 deadline for many schools is approaching. I called to inquire my status and the program coordinator responded, "you need to just be patient" lol.... Not impressed. 

Edit: it looks like people in previous years found out after April 1. Hope that helps.

Thanks for the response! I guess it's difficult for them to decide because they have a lot of qualified applicants and only so many seats available. Ahh, so much waiting, lol! Hopefully we'll hear from them soon.

[Lamar University - Fall 2017 admission]

Hi!

Has anyone heard back from Lamar yet regarding their application status? This is for their graduate program in speech language pathology for Fall 2017 admission.

Good luck to everyone still waiting to hear back! I'm really hoping to hear from them soon.

[Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - Audiology]

Hi!

Has anyone applied for the Texas Tech University Health Science Center's doctoral program in audiology for Fall 2017 admission? 

I had an interview on the 28th of February and have yet to receive a response from the admissions committee. I would love to hear from others who are in the same boat. It would be great to attend Texas Tech!