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In and a practical skills component, there are clear differences in relative emphases on the role of Research versus Clinic al activity. Graduates of both training models are eligible for Licensure in all States (licensing exams and renewal requirements are the same for both degrees). This is much like Medicine where both the M.D. ( Allopathic ) and D.O ( Osteopathic ) are deemed acceptable training for professional practice.


USAGE OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

In other countries, clinical psychology training has frequently been a separate qualification (e.g., Dip.Clin.Psych.) studied concurrently with a higher research degree (i.e., a Masters or Ph.D. ). Some universities, however, are replacing their traditional masters and diploma program with a Psy.D or D.Psych. The research component is less than a Ph.D., but greater than a masters. Thus, students considering teaching rather than practice will tend to opt for traditional Ph.D. based programs. Both the Doctor of Psychology and the Doctor of Philosophy programs confer additional status and the Title Of "doctor."


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