Learn About Psychology School AccreditationRead about accreditation and why getting your psychology degree from an accredited school is important There are two kinds of psychology school accreditation: institutional and specialized. Institutional accreditation certifies that an institution has met minimum standards of quality. It is granted by one of seven regional accrediting organizations recognized for this purpose by the US Department of Education. Membership in the American Psychological Association (APA) requires that one's doctoral degree in psychology or equivalent be from an accredited institution. Most state licensing boards in psychology also have such a requirement, though some require that the licensure applicant have graduated from an accredited doctoral program in professional psychology. Specialized accreditation only applies to professional programs. It certifies that the program meets the minimal standards of quality as defined by that profession. In the field of psychology, specialized accreditation is granted by the APA Committee on Accreditation and applies to doctoral programs, internships and postdoctoral residency programs in health service areas of psychology.  Spotlight Schools Capella University - The Harold Abel School of Psychology At Capella University, you will earn your degree from an accredited university that delivers the challenge of a traditional classroom with the flexibility to fit education into your life. Select a Campus: Online Argosy University - The American School of Professional Psychology Graduate Programs Argosy's College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences is where you will receive the training to become one of tomorrow's clinical practitioners through practical training, internships and small class size. Select a Campus: Dallas, TX Argosy University - The American School of Professional Psychology Argosy's College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences is where you will receive the training to become one of tomorrow's clinical practitioners through practical training, internships and small class size. Select a Campus: Online  |
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