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The Master of Arts degree designates graduates as having a mastery or extensive knowledge of an area of study. An M.A. can help students advance their current career or prepare them to pursue a doctoral degree. Graduates of our M.A. programs obtain the training necessary to apply learned theories, concepts, and best practices to their present and future work. Real-world training, community service opportunities, and a multicultural approach to education prepares students to excel in a number of fields.


The L.A. and Orange County campuses offer the following M.A. programs:

M.A. in Forensic Psychology, Police Psychology Concentration: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles/Orange County

Offered: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles, CA

The Police Psychology Concentration within the M.A. in Forensic Psychology program prepares students to apply psychology within law enforcement and the legal system at large. Coursework focuses on psychological issues inherent in all aspects of police work and administration. Program is offered in an online-blended format that is convenient for working professionals.

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M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles/Orange County

Offered: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles, CATCS-OPP:Irvine, CATCS-OPP:Westwood, CA

The Marital and Family Therapy specialization within the Clinical Psychology master's program provides students with a solid foundation in both the principles of clinical psychology and the therapeutic, diagnostic, and consultive skills they need to help individuals, couples, or families overcome relational issues. L.A. Campus students may apply to fulfill their practicum, traineeship, and internship hours at The Chicago School’s Counseling Centers in Westwood and Irvine, where they are exposed to a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and clinical interventions, and work side by side with senior MFT clinicians.

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M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles/Orange County

Offered: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles, CA

Students pursuing a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis are trained to bring about socially significant behavioral changes through the systematic collection and analysis of data. ABA professionals work with iindividuals with developmental disabilities, those in regular educational settings, and those who wish to improve performance or master skills in a variety of areas. At the Los Angeles Campus, students have the unique opportunity to train professionals and caregivers in ABA techniques through the Campus' TEACH Center. The L.A. program follows a convenient blended-course model that combines on-ground classroom instruction with additional online content, and efforts are made to use the student's current employment as an ABA placement.

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M.A. in Forensic Psychology: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles/Orange County

Offered: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles, CATCS-OPP:Irvine, CA

The Forensic Psychology master's program prepares students to apply psychology within the legal system and related fields. Students benefit from a broad range of applied and real-world learning experiences through the campus' Forensic Training Institute.

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M.A. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles/Orange County

Offered: TCS-OPP:Los Angeles, CA

The Industrial and Organizational Psychology master's program provides students with a foundation in the theory of I/O Psychology and an understanding of the impact that human factors have on overall organizational effectiveness. Students learn valuable business psychology skills from I/O faculty who offer multicultural perspectives and approaches from a wide range of disciplines.

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