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Master's Degree Programs in Psychology

Learn about your career options with a master's degree in psychology

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A master's degree in psychology requires at least two years of full-time graduate study, but different programs—accelerated degrees and online education programs, for example—may allow for more flexible timelines and, because you work at your own pace and schedule, might allow you to earn your master's degree in a shorter period of time.

Coursework for a master's degree in psychology generally includes statistics, mathematics, social sciences and biological and physical sciences, in addition to a clinical internship and a thesis based on original research. Psychologists with a master's degree may work in the industrial-organizational field or as psychological assistants.

The website, AdvanceInPsychology.com, advises that when considering psychology graduate schools, you will want to select a school that is an accredited institution. Researching accreditation is an important step in choosing the right psychology program. Graduating from an accredited master's degree program will give both you and your future employer the assurance that you've gained the knowledge and skills to succeed in a career in psychology.

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