Masters in Global Clinical Psychiatry
Pending MPHEC approval
Help enhance mental health care delivery globally through advanced education in clinical psychiatry.
The Masters in Global Clinical Psychiatry is designed to equip health-care professionals with graduate-level education to build their expertise in evidence-based diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology for improved management of patients presenting with mental health issues. By enhancing mental health-care capacity and skills among primary-care providers globally, the program addresses gaps in specialized psychiatric care, particularly in underserved regions. The program emphasizes cultural competence, evidence-based practice, and practical skills development.
Note: This program is not intended to provide or facilitate practice license in Canada or any other jurisdiction across the world. The aim of the program is to improve knowledge and skill among professionals already licensed to practice in their respective provinces, territories, or countries.
Career benefits
- Enhanced expertise in psychiatric assessment and treatment
- Cultural competence in mental healthcare delivery
- Leadership skills in global mental health
- Research and quality improvement capabilities
- International professional network development
Program structure
- Part-time
- Online
- Course-based
- Weekly sessions offered in real time (approximately 2-4 hours per week)
- Flexible learning at student’s own pace and time (self-study, up to 16-18 hours per week)
- No on-campus requirements
Program length: 2 years (4 terms)
Applying to the program
The admission requirements for the Masters in Global Clinical Psychiatry will follow the standards set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies as well as aim to increase representation of applicants from underserved regions and populations within Canada and internationally.
Who can apply?
Admission to the program is limited to practicing clinicians who have at least a bachelor’s level degree. The minimum requirement is an undergraduate degree in a relevant, licensed health-care field, such as Medicine, Nursing or Pharmacy. Applicant’s license must be active in their country of residence. At least two (2) years of clinical experience is preferred. The program targets generalist providers including physicians, other medical specialists and nurse practitioners who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of clinical psychiatry. It may also be appropriate for some nurses and other similar health professionals working in mental health settings in underserved communities worldwide who have clinical roles and experience in the field.
When the program is open to accept applications, applicants will be asked to provide official transcripts, two reference letters, a statement of intent, a copy of their CV, and English language test scores (as required).
How to apply
This program is not yet accepting applications. If you are interested in receiving information about the application requirements and process when it is available, email the Masters in Global Clinical Psychiatry administrator at Global.Psychiatry@dal.ca with your name and email address.
Questions?
Email the Masters in Global Clinical Psychiatry administrator at Global.Psychiatry@dal.ca