BA in Psychology

The four-year Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program is intended for students with clearly-defined goals to enter fields of psychology, counseling or social service, where they can leverage the principles and tenets of behavioral science. Through completion of a dynamic group of psychology core and elective courses, you can choose to prepare for immediate employment, career advancement or graduate study.

The BA in Psychology program is designed to help students begin human services careers in such capacities as entry-level counselor, case manager, human resources administrator, management and business services, as well as graduate study in fields such as counseling, social work and marriage/family therapy.

Students in the BA in Psychology program can choose one of these concentration areas:

• Advanced Studies
• Criminal Justice
• Human Services
• Organizational Psychology
• Substance Abuse

We also offer degree completion opportunities that allow students who have earned some college credit to complete their bachelor's degree.

EdD in Education - Counselor Education & Supervision

The EdD in Counselor Education and Supervision program is designed to help current practitioners with existing master's-level preparation to advance their careers. This doctorate provides expanded opportunities to compete in the market place, on par with the growing number of doctoral-level counseling practitioners. Students should consult with their campus program faculty for information on license eligibility requirements.

EdD in Organizational Leadership

The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership program is designed to meet the special requirements of working professionals who wish to develop their knowledge and skills to handle the changing needs of modern organizations. The organizational leadership program focuses on the qualities of transformational leadership, not just managerial attributes. This approach enables the faculty members to dedicate themselves to preparing students to lead complex organizations faced with an abundance of strategic challenges, such as increasing globalization, changing economies, societal shifts and individual-organizational relationships.

MA in Clinical Psychology

The Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology program is designed for those wishing to pursue a career in clinical psychology. The program introduces students to basic clinical skills that enable them to serve the mental health needs of populations with diverse backgrounds. Students who use the master's degree as a means of entering a professional career receive theoretical background and professional training under the supervision of a highly qualified, practitioner-oriented faculty. The graduates of this program are then able to apply theoretical and clinical knowledge to individuals and groups in need of mental healthcare. The program can also serve as a preliminary step to the doctorate degree. In certain states, students holding an MA in Clinical Psychology are eligible to sit for licensure.

MA in Industrial & Organizational Psychology

The Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology is designed to apply the knowledge of industrial organizational psychology to issues involving individuals and groups in organizational and work settings. This program prepares students for careers in areas such as compensation, training, data analysis, consultation, statistical decision making, organizational development, leadership, and human resource management positions. The curriculum is competency-based, focusing on the outcomes of training and on the knowledge, skills, and behavior necessary to function as a master's level professional in Industrial Organizational Psychology. This is an interdisciplinary program that combines the expertise of the faculty in the Colleges of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences and Business.

MA in Marriage and Family Therapy

Argosy University's Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy program provides graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state in which the program is located. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the current licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

MA in Mental Health Counseling

The Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling program recognizes the need to provide counseling professionals with the extensive knowledge and range of skills necessary to function effectively in their professions. The program introduces students to basic counseling skills that integrate individual and group theoretical foundations of counseling into appropriate client interaction and intervention skills. The program emphasizes the development of attitudes, knowledge and skills essential in the formation of professional counselors who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services.

MA in School Counseling

Argosy University recognizes the need to provide human services providers with the extensive knowledge and range of skills necessary to function effectively in their profession. Programs have been developed by Argosy University faculty members to enable working professional to pursue their personal and professional goals through completion of a master's program. The Master of Arts in School Counseling program focuses on student preparation and professional development. The completion of the program will permit students to request a transcript review by the Florida Department of Education for certification in Guidance and Counseling (grades K-12) in the state of Florida.

PsyD in Clinical Psychology

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program educates and trains students in the major aspects of clinical practice. To ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum integrates theory, training, research and practice, preparing students to work with a wide range of populations in need of psychological services and in a broad range of roles. Students who complete the clinical psychology program earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The PsyD degree combines relevant research, applied theory and field experience to prepare the graduate to apply psychological knowledge in a variety of settings and roles. The program accepts students who have a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Although prior degrees need not be in psychology, some psychology courses are required (as prerequisites for admission) and some experience in psychological services is desirable.