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LP – M.A. Applied Psychology

M.A. Applied Psychology

Earn your M.A. Applied Psychology degree 100% online in only 1 year of full-time study and choose between seven distinct career concentrations.

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Career-Focused Concentrations

Choose between seven concentrations to better prepare for your career

Program Pathways

Agreements available to provide a pathway to doctor level degrees

Time to Completion

1 year full time
16 months part time

Program Description

Unlock Real-World Applications of Psychology
Embark on our online M.A. Applied Psychology program to unravel the multifaceted applications of advanced psychology, preparing you to integrate psychological principles and multicultural understanding across diverse sectors and roles.

Program Highlights:
1. Flexible & Focused: Opt for a one-year full-time or 16-month part-time program, and choose from seven career-focused concentrations, tailored to your aspirations and interests.
2. Concentrations for Your Career Goals:
– Applied Behavior Analysis with pathway to BCBA® exam
– Child and Adolescent Psychology
– Forensic Psychology
– Generalist Psychology
– Mental Health and Wellness
– Organizational Leadership
– Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention
3. Applied Research Project: Conclude your journey with a practical project, integrating scholarly theory and practice, showcasing your specialized knowledge in real-life applications.
3. Multisector Preparation: Whether in human services, business, healthcare, or education, leverage your learning to access promotional and leadership opportunities or as a foundation for doctoral study.
4. Ethical and Effective Responses: Develop the ability to respond ethically and effectively to diverse individual and group needs and demonstrate profound understanding of research and ethical decision-making.

Join us to elevate your knowledge, engage in profound learning experiences, and apply psychological principles effectively across a spectrum of fields, promoting optimal well-being and health in individuals, groups, and organizations.

Career Pathways

The M.A. Applied Psychology program prepares students to apply psychology principles and multicultural understanding across sectors, roles, and organizations. Students utilize the M.A. Applied Psychology degree to access promotional and leadership opportunities in fields such as:

  • Social and Community Services
  • Government
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nonprofits
  • Criminal justice
  • Healthcare

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testimonial

Michele Nealon, Psy.D.

President, The Chicago School
Our decades-long track record and positive reputation in training professional psychology leaders is an advantage for you and your career.”

Our Approach

The Chicago School Approach is an immersive, applied learning model focused on developing professionals who can address present challenges and anticipate future needs. It combines four core elements of The Chicago School experience—education, innovation, community, and impact—to give students a practical and solutions-oriented education.

Education

Preparing tomorrow’s integrated health professionals.

Highly regarded by academic leaders, 20 programs at The Chicago School have earned programmatic accreditation.

Innovation

Embracing next-gen learning and practice.

Several programs offer Immersive Residencies for skill building and professional guidance.

Community

Creating connection, inclusion, and belonging.

52% of students identify as first-gen, prompting us to build the First Generation Student Success Program.

Impact

Supporting individuals, organizations, and communities.

500+ community partners offer internships, practicums, and community service opportunities.

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