Webinar Series
Finding Fit: A Roadmap to Graduate School
If you are seriously considering getting a master’s degree or a doctoral degree in psychology, APA is here to help. This new webinar series from the Education Directorate breaks down the graduate program application process into clear, logical, and manageable steps.
Each 30/40-minute presentation covers a separate topic in the process.
This program does not offer CE credit.
Types of Degrees and Programs
October 2019
Learn about the differences between graduate psychology degrees and types of training, the different types of training environments, the primary training outcomes and goals of different types of programs, and APA accreditation.
Getting In and Getting Through
October 2019
Learn about the differences between graduate psychology degrees and types of training, the different types of training environments, the primary training outcomes and goals of different types of programs, and APA accreditation.
Personal Statements
November 2019
Learn how to write a personal statement using the reverse pyramid approach.
Letters of Recommendation
November 2019
Learn how many letters of recommendation you’ll need, who you should (or should not) ask to write your letters and what information those letters should ideally contain.
The Graduate School Interview
January 2020
Learn the primary purpose of the graduate interview, the kinds of questions that you will be asked and the critical things that you can do to maximize your chances of getting into the graduate programs of your choice.
Strategies for Applying to Psychology Graduate School
October 2020
This presentation shows you how to strategically approach the graduate school application process and highlights APA resources to help you find and apply to the best program for your goals.