M.A. in Psychology, Generalist Concentration

Program Description

The M.A. in Psychology program provides an educational foundation in the science and practice of psychology. Graduates will be equipped with a broad foundation of research skills with the ability to serve in a wide range of professional contexts in a rapidly changing scientific and human services environment. The program allows students to apply their education directly to the workplace—using assessment, projects, and other measures to ensure practical, relevant, and immediately applicable learning. Students must complete an Applied Research Project, which puts psychology in action, integrating program learning and applying this learning to an authentic workplace situation. The program may be completed in less than two years or in an accelerated 11-month format. Graduates are equipped with a broad, foundational knowledge of psychology.

Department

Concentrations

Licensure

Total Credits

Fieldwork Requirements

Degree

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Coursework

• N/A

Additional

• Three or more years of post-baccalaureate work experience preferred

Admission Requirements

• Psychology Requirements

GRE Requirements

Sample Courses

Psychopathology and Behavior Disorders

Addresses the major definitions of mental and behavioral disorders, the theories of etiology, treatment, and prevention within the context of recent developments in the categorization, and classification of psychological phenomena (DSM). This course includes models of mental and behavioral assessment and emphasizes cultural factors related to mental illness and behavioral disorders. It surveys the evidenced-based practices and psychopharmacological agents used in the treatment of the major disorders. Specific scenarios will be utilized that directly relate to child and adolescent psychology.

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