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Learn moreThe primary mission of the Department of Clinical Psychology is to train clinical psychologists who are adept at the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals afflicted by psychological distress. Moreover, we envisage the production of graduating students who can provide clinical psychological services across the developmental spectrum and with an acute sensitivity to particulars of individuals from a wide range of varied cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. We promote a scientist-practitioner approach to the work of clinical psychologists and, as such, empirical evidence underlies our approach to all areas of our work. Overall, promoting a greater awareness of psychological needs and actively combating mental health stigma in the community and the broader society within which we live are essential goals of this department.
The Department of Clinical Psychology offers a Master of Science (MSc) degree in clinical psychology. The need for qualified clinicians and mental health professionals to serve the community necessitated the establishment of this program. The MSc program is designed to provide thorough training for Masters level psychologists to work in a variety of clinical settings including hospitals, schools, public agencies, and private practice. It also provides a foundation for students interested in pursuing advanced doctoral studies. The curriculum is structured to enable students pursue a plan of study to assure increased professional competence and breadth of knowledge in the field of clinical psychology. This program requires 39 semester hours of study, including two practicum courses (600 clock hours) of supervised practicum experience in an approved mental health or rehabilitation setting.
Clinical Psychologists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment, assessment, and prevention of mental health conditions. They are also the largest area of employment within the discipline of psychology. They work in a variety of settings including mental health clinics, hospitals, schools, industry, and private practice. The MSc in clinical psychology program adheres to the clinical science model of training, specifically, the scientist-practitioner model of clinical training, which includes the integration of science and practice. Graduated students are capable of producing research that advances scientific knowledge of psychopathology and its treatment and are expertly capable of applying evidence-based methods of assessment and clinical intervention. Concordant with the scientist-practitioner model, this program trains psychologists to provide the best psychological services to the community.
We provide services to the broader community across several domains. Faculty are engaged in the development and implementation of mental health-related workshops and programs at schools, industry, and welfare and governmental organizations. These are often designed to provide skills to those in management/ leadership positions to identify and refer those under their supervision for further assessment and/ or treatment. Regular presentations by both students and faculty are delivered online and in-person to the university community and the public in this country and elsewhere. Faculty serve on various committees at community organizations either to promote mental health awareness, program development, and relevant policy development, or contribute towards the creation of protocols (e.g., licensing and exam guidelines) aimed at advancement advancing the field in this country.
Note: If calling from outside the UAEU organization, dial (+971 3 713) before the extension.
| Name | Position | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Abdalla Hamid | Professor and Chair | ahamid@uaeu.ac.ae | 6477 |
| Prof. Maria S. Campo-Redondo | Professor | mcampo@uaeu.ac.ae | 6475 |
| Dr. Salma Daiban | Assistant Professor | sdaiban@uaeu.ac.ae | 5630 |
Thank you for your interest in the Department of Clinical Psychology. We welcome your query and encourage you to contact us using the information below:
United Arab Emirates University,
College of Medicine and Health Sciences
P.O.Box: 15551, Al Ain, UAE
E-mail: clinicalpsy@uaeu.ac.ae
Phone: +971 3 713 4464
