BA in Psychology - Criminal Justice

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.

BA in Psychology - Organizational 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.

Doctor in Marriage & Family Therapy (DMFT)

The Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy (DMFT) is a 60-credit-hour terminal, practice-oriented degree for licensed marriage and family therapists or professionals who can meet state requirements for license as a marriage and family therapist (meeting the Commission on Accreditation of Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) criteria for clinical practice prior to admission). The program seeks to build upon students' prior learning and professional experience by expanding and deepening their knowledge of human development, family dynamics, systemic thinking, interactional theories, traditional and contemporary marriage and family therapy theories and practices, and the cultural contexts within which these are embedded.

The DMFT curriculum provides opportunities for advanced study and research of systemic concepts and methods as applied to clinical work with children, couples, individuals, and families, as well as to larger systems of organizations and communities. In addition to supporting the continuing development of clinical skills, the focus of the curriculum includes the development of skills related to leadership and service to the field in the areas of teaching and supervision.

In regard to training in supervision, the DMFT curriculum is generally designed to meet the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) requirements to become an approved supervisor. (Those students who are already AAMFT approved supervisors may petition for an alternative learning experience equivalent to the 9 credit hours devoted to training and supervision.)

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.

MA in Forensic Psychology

The Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology is designed to educate and train individuals who are currently working, or wish to be trained to work, in fields that utilize the study and practice of forensic psychology. The curriculum provides for an understanding of theory, training, and practice of forensic psychology. It emphasizes the development of students who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services to diverse clients and organizations. The program maintains policies and delivery formats suitable for working adults.

The MA in Forensic Psychology program provides coursework in forensic psychology for application to law enforcement, legal and organizational consultation, and program analysis.

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.

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.