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A PsyD degree for every practitioner. Truth in labeling
1Psychological Development Center Inc., Cleveland, OH.
Abstract:
At present, nearly 70% of APA members are identified as health care providers. The PhD degree, a generic scholarly degree, is most commonly used to certify completion of doctoral studies in professional psychology. As a result, the consumer has difficulty determining which psychologist is qualified to provide health care. The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) should identify those psychologists who provide doctoral-level health services. Licensed, qualified PhD psychologists could be awarded the PsyD retroactively on the basis of a credential review, as the JD degree was awarded to lawyers previously holding the LLB. Applicants for the PsyD would not relinquish their PhD degrees. Upon review and approval, they would identify themselves with both degrees: PsyD, PhD. Mechanisms for accomplishing the change are suggested.
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