Psychology Programs at PCOM 
School of Professional and Applied Psychology

PCOM’s Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate program was designed to meet the guidelines established by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI). This 18-credit program is offered entirely online and fulfills the coursework requirement to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam.

School psychology degree programs at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine offer students an integrated, competency-based curriculum specific to each program. PCOM offers three different school psychology programs:

• Our Master of Science (MS) in School Psychology program provides a strong foundation in school psychology and emphasizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• The Educational Specialist (EdS) in School Psychology program is designed for students with a master’s degree in school psychology or a related field who are seeking certification in school psychology.
• Our Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School Psychology program prepares school psychologists to use advanced cognitive behavioral techniques to promote student learning and well-being.

The  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Psychology program provides advanced training for school psychologists, educators, social workers and other professionals seeking additional skills.

The APA-accredited Clinical PsyD program trains practitioner-scholar psychologists to work in a broad range of clinical settings, with an emphasis on a holistic approach to interdisciplinary care and service to diverse and underserved populations.

The Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Health Psychology program offers a dynamic curriculum designed to prepare counselors to work in the mental health field or to pursue doctoral study in psychology and counseling.

The Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling program offers a dynamic curriculum designed to prepare counselors to provide assessment and psychotherapy services in a broad range of mental health settings.

PCOM offers several options to learn and practice organizational leadership:

• The Organizational Development and Leadership (MS) program focuses on training individuals who can create a positive culture, maximize human potential and improve organizational performance.
• Our ODL certificate programs feature flexible start times and are designed to meet the needs of working professionals.
• The Master of Science in Public Health Management and Administration (PHMA) degree provides graduates with a better understanding of how to successfully manage change in public health organizations.
• Our PHMA certificate programs provide students with an opportunity to enhance their skills through action learning orientation.
• The MS in Non Profit Leadership and Population Health Management prepares graduates for leadership in population health organizations.
• The certificate programs in non profit leadership and population health management  focus on public policy, law and other related competencies.

PCOM offers specialization tracks in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and professional counseling. These programs provide graduate-level counseling, psychology and organizational leadership courses for those seeking to augment their training or meet credentialing requirements.

Applicants for these programs must have completed a master's degree in psychology, counseling or related discipline.