Psychology and Human Development

What do you study?

Psychology and development study is possible online at the bachelor level, master’s level and doctoral level.  A typical developmental psychology online program would include the stages of development, psychological foundations of education, instructional strategies, and psychology research testing, methods and analysis.

A typical Masters program may include the following: biological basis of behaviour, contemporary issues in psychology, statistics, human motivation, research design, cognitive development psychology, educational psychology, instructional design, tests and measurement, psychological testing, the developmental approach, culture and psychology.

A thesis may be required in addition or in place of some of the courses.

In a Doctorate you can focus your study in an area that suits your professional interests, e.g., developmental science, instructional design, or teaching science. As a doctoral student, you may be required to attend some residential workshops during your program.

What are the career prospects with a psychology and human development degree?

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).  The American Psychological Association says that psychology is the third fastest-growing field in America requiring a college degree.

One can find graduates of developmental psychology online degree in management jobs or specialist positions in education, training, testing, or research.  Graduates with a masters in developmental psychology can find jobs as guidance counselors, educators, or social workers.  With a doctorate in developmental psychology it is possible to obtain faculty positions at universities and community colleges.

With a job as a school psychologist you could expect a salary of about US$52,000 (PayScales.com).