Masters in Psychology Programs in Kentucky
(found programs from 14 schools)

Kentucky's best choice for those with a master's degree in psychology is to pursue a license as a professional counselor. Requirements include having a master's degree in counseling or a related field, receiving 4,000 hours of post-graduate supervision, and passing any state-mandated exams. Counselors who have met all licensing requirements except the supervision hours and the passing scores on exams can receive a license as a professional counselor associate. They must practice under supervision until they receive a professional counselor license.

People with a master's degree in psychology may find it difficult to receive a license to practice mental health in Kentucky. This is evidenced by the fact that most Kentucky schools do not offer a master's degree in psychology, but rather tend to offer master's level studies in related programs such as education, counseling, and pastoral counseling.

Kentucky psychology master's programs to consider:

Located in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is located in "bluegrass country," about 30 miles southeast of Lexington. The school offers Masters of Science degrees in clinical and general psychology.

Morehead State University has a student body numbering about 9,000. It offers small classes and a student/faculty ratio of 17:1. MSU offers a Master of Arts in clinical and counseling psychology and a Master of Arts in general and experimental psychology.

Union College in Barbourville offers several Master of Arts in psychology programs. Their Master of Arts in clinical psychology is available online.