Online Masters Programs Psychology
Are you looking for online masters programs psychology? This page will help you to find out more about psychology study online and to locate suitable university MS or MSc psychology degree programs.
Psychology give us some idea of why we behave in a particular way and in this way enable us to help people function more effectively. It is sometimes classed as a science and sometimes as a social science - it really depends on the exact nature of the program, the specializations offered and the department within which it is offered.
Many students who are are unable to attend on campus classes take distance learning psychology degrees rather than on-campus psychology degrees. They prefer their psychology study online because it gives them flexibility and control. So this page is for those students. If you wish to study on campus, go to the on campus programs page
Selected online masters programs psychology
Here are a few selected schools that offer online masters programs psychology:
- Walden University
- M.S. in Psychology
- M.S. in Forensic Psychology
- M.S. in Mental Health Counseling
- Capella University Online
- MS in General Psychology
- MS - Addiction Counseling
- MS - Clinical Psychology
- MS - Counseling Psychology
- MS - Educational Psychology
- MS - Industrial / Organizational Psychology
- MS - Leadership Coaching Psychology
- MS - Mental Health Counseling (CACREP Accredited)
- MS - School Counseling
- MS - School Psychology
- The University of the Rockies Online
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Business Psychology
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Career Management and Counseling
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Criminology and Justice Studies
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Educational Leadership
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Evaluation, Research & Measurement o Executive Coaching
- Master of Arts in Psychology - General Psychology
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Health and Wellness Psychology
- Master of Arts in Psychology - International Leadership
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Mediation and Conflict Resolution
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Mental Health Administration
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Non-Profit Management
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Organizational Consulting
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Organizational Diversity
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Organizational Leadership
- Master of Arts in Psychology - Sports and Performance Psychology
- Argosy University Online
- Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology
- Master of Arts in Industrial / Organizational Psychology
- Master of Arts in Sport - Exercise Psychology
- Grand Canyon University Online
- MS in Addiction Counseling
- MS in Professional Counseling
- American InterContinental University Online
- MBA - Organizational Psychology and Development
- University of Phoenix Online
- MS in Psychology
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What do you study in online masters programs psychology?
In general pschology programs you learn about physical, cognitive, emotional, or social aspects of human behavior. Typical online masters programs psychology may include the following: biology, contemporary issues in psychology, history and systems of psychology, statistics, human motivation, research design, the cognitive approach, clinical psychology, tests and measurement, social psychology, the developmental approach, culture and psychology. A thesis may be required in addition or in place of some of the courses.
Psychologists are required in a variety of settings, including health and human services, business, education, law, and sports. At masters level they usually specialize in one of a number of different areas, including:
- business psychology;
- clinical psychology;
- counseling psychology;
- developmental psychology (infant, child, adolescent, adult and elderly);
- educational psychology (including school psychology);
- forensic psychology/criminal justice;
- health psychology;
- industrial / organizational psychology;
- leadership-psychology;
- sports psychology;
- substance abuse.
What jobs do graduates of psychology programs get?
Accredited online psychology degrees provide many career opportunities in private sector (e.g., marketing, personnel management), public sector (e.g., teaching, social/community work, mental health care in hospitals, clinics and schools). Many psychology masters students go on to earn their PhD in psychology or counseling.
The American Psychological Association says that psychology is the third fastest-growing field in America requiring a college degree. Salaries are high among the more popular specializations. In the US, forensic psychologists average over US$71,000, clinical psychologists over US$66,000 and school psychologists over US$52,000 (PayScales.com).
More information about online masters programs in psychology
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Remember to compare the admission requirements and course content of several schools before you choose a program.
Campus Programs
For those students who feel that online learning and distance education is not for them, the web site also has a section on campus programs.
You can also search for a program or a school near you.
