Undergraduate Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Care

UMUC's Undergraduate Clinical Mental Health Care Certificate is designed to meet the needs of individuals who currently work or desire to work in mental health care settings. The program focuses on mental health disorders, diagnostic procedures, and treatment protocols. It is designed to better prepare students to work in clinical settings (such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, and nonprofit outreach programs) under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or medical doctor. With appropriate choice of courses, the certificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in psychology. Core coursework includes: Introduction to Psychology, Adult Psychopathology, Personality Theories, Introduction to Clinical Psychology, and Principles of Psychological Assessment. This certificate requires 18 semester hours to complete.