"Talking to students in my graduate program who come from big schools on the coasts I feel I have had an exceptional undergraduate experience. I am grateful for having been able to work side by side with my Psychology professors on various research projects. I see my education from Parkside paying off in ways I did not imagine."

Alex Stauder


Quick Summary of Requirements for the Certificate Program in Mental Health

The Certificate Program consists of 18 credits.  These include 4 core courses from the Psychology program in Assessment, Interviewing, Counseling, and Abnormal Psychology; and 2 electives from a list of approved courses outside Psychology.

To obtain the Certificate, you must also have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the 6 courses (above) and submit a portfolio for review and approval by one of the two faculty advisors (Edward Conrad or Michael Gurtman).

For core courses taken before Fall 2004 (the introduction of the program), relevant portfolio items may be lacking and so will not be required (although, if still available, they should be included).

You should meet with a faculty advisor (either Edward Conrad or Michael Gurtman) soon after filing your paperwork for entrance to the program (i.e., submitting a Plan of Study to the Psychology Department or Advising Center).  As you go through the program, meet with your advisor on a regular basis to track your progress.

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