Maharishi Markandeshwar University PhD in Clinical Child Psychology Admission

• Passport size Photograph
• Application form
• Secondary School (Class 10th) Mark Sheet
• Pass Certificate of Class 10th
• Senior Secondary School (Class 12th ) Mark sheet or equivalent
• Pass Certificate of Class 12th
• Valid Certificate for proof of Date of Birth
• Graduation Marks Sheet or equivalent, If applicable
• Graduation Degree certificate, If applicable
• Postgraduate Mark Sheet or equivalent
• Postgraduate Degree certificate
• Migration Certificate (Original 2 Xerox)
• School Leaving Certificate/Transfer Certificate/College Leaving Certificate, as applicable
• Caste Certificates (ST/SC/OBC-NCL), EWS Certificates

• Meet the eligibility criteria for PhD in Clinical Child Psychology at Maharishi Markandeshwar University.
• Visit the official website of Maharishi Markandeshwar University, Ambala.
• Fill up all the required information in the application form.
• The final selection of candidates will be based on their academic performance so far, the information provided in the application form and various other factors.
• The selected students will have to pay the course fees and submit the required documents for PhD in Clinical Child Psychology at Maharishi Markandeshwar University.

Semester 1: Core Theories and Methods

Introduction to Clinical Child Psychology

• Overview of child development, psychopathology, and treatment modalities.

Developmental Psychology

• Study of cognitive, emotional, and social development in children from infancy to adolescence.

Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

• Introduction to basic research methodologies, including experimental design, data collection, and analysis techniques used in child psychology.

Child Psychopathology

• Overview of common childhood mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and conduct disorders.

Semester 2: Assessment, Diagnosis, and Intervention

Psychological Assessment with Children

• Training in various diagnostic tools and assessment strategies used with children and adolescents.

Evidence-Based Interventions in Child Psychology

• Study of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, and behavioral interventions.

Ethics in Clinical Child Psychology

• Ethical issues in child assessment, treatment, and research, including child protection and confidentiality.

Cognitive and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children

• Focus on conditions like autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and learning disorders.

Semester 3: Advanced Clinical Skills and Research

Clinical Practicum I

• Supervised practice in assessing and treating children in clinical settings, including schools, hospitals, and private practice.

Advanced Child and Adolescent Psychopathology

• In-depth exploration of complex disorders, such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and attachment-related issues.

Psychopharmacology for Children and Adolescents

• Introduction to medication management for children with psychological disorders, including indications, contraindications, and side effects.

Statistical Methods for Clinical Research

• Advanced research methods and statistical techniques for analyzing data in clinical child psychology.

Semester 4: Specialized Clinical Training

Clinical Practicum II

• Continued supervised clinical work, with increased responsibility in the therapeutic process and case management.

Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders in Children

• Focus on the impact of childhood trauma, abuse, and neglect on development, and trauma-focused interventions.

Developmental Psychopathology

• Exploration of how child and adolescent mental health issues develop over time and the role of genetic, environmental, and social factors.

Family Therapy and Parent-Child Interventions

• Training in working with families, including family systems theory, parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), and behavioral family therapy.

Semester 5: Research and Clinical Integration

Clinical Practicum III

• Advanced clinical training, with a focus on managing complex cases, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development.

Advanced Therapy Techniques in Child and Adolescent Psychology

• Exploration of specialized therapeutic techniques, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for children and adolescents.

Supervision and Consultation in Clinical Psychology

• Learning how to supervise junior clinicians and provide consultation to other professionals in child psychological services.

Research Proposal Development

• Developing a dissertation proposal, focusing on a specific area of interest within clinical child psychology (e.g., intervention effectiveness, cultural considerations, etc.).

Semester 6: Dissertation Proposal and Final Clinical Training

Clinical Practicum IV

• A final intensive practicum, focusing on autonomous clinical practice and refining assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic techniques.

Adolescent Risk Behaviors and Treatment

• Exploration of adolescent risk behaviors such as substance abuse, self-harm, and high-risk sexual behaviors, and evidence-based interventions.

Cultural Diversity and Psychological Practice

• Study of the role of culture, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status in clinical practice with children and families.

Dissertation Proposal Presentation

• Presenting and defending the dissertation proposal before faculty and peers.

• Clinical Child Psychologist
• Child and Adolescent Therapist
• Psychological Researcher
• School Psychologist
• Pediatric Psychologist
• Forensic Psychologist
• Child Mental Health Program Director
• Child and Family Advocate
• Clinical Supervisor
• Behavioral Analyst