Neuropsychology Concentration

Overview:

The Neuropsychology concentration within the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Clinical Specialization degree program at University of the Rockies can also be completed by individuals already holding a graduate degree in psychology who wish to acquire a certificate in Neuropsychology. The concentration is primarily aimed at developing competencies in administering, scoring, and interpreting a wide variety of neuropsychological assessment instruments. The systematic training includes coursework in clinical neuroanatomy, clinical neuropsychopathology (e.g., Parkinson's Disease, movement disorders, dementias, traumatic brain injury), clinical psychopharmacology (neuroactive drugs that can skew measurement), and supervised practice in neuropsychological assessment.

Note: Neuropsychology is typically a post-doctoral specialty designation, requiring state licensure as a psychologist and several years of specialized training and supervised practice. The concentration and certification at University of the Rockies can provide the foundation and initial steps needed in meeting the acceptable entry standards of neuropsychology. (See National Academy of Neuropsychology or American Psychological Association Division 40 Web Pages for definitions of neuropsychology at the post-doctoral level.)

Concentration Requirements (9 credits):

  • PSY 7800 Neuropsychology (3 credits)
  • PSY 8110 Neuropsychological Assessment (3 credits)
  • PSY 8170 Bio/Neurofeedback Assessment & Treatment (3 credits)

(Courses in biological bases of behavior and psychopharmacology are a part of the PsyD degree core.)

University of the Rockies enjoys an affiliation with the University of Texas Health Science Center in Tyler, Texas for post-doctoral neuropsychology internship placements (under the clinical supervision of Dr. Charles Walker).

For more information on the Neuropsychology concentration or certification options or post-doctoral internships at University of the Rockies, contact Dr. Gary Mears at 866-621-0124 or gary.mears@rockies.edu.