At Argosy University, we offer flexible online programs in
business, education and psychology. Argosy University has
established campuses around the country and supports one of the
largest graduate student communities in the nation. As a student
in one of our online programs, you will enjoy a collegial,
supportive academic environment.
Our academic approach emphasizes teaching and practical training
that builds on your expertise to advance your career. Our
interactive classes are taught by seasoned faculty members in a
small class setting. We offer a professional education built on a
rich academic heritage.
Flexible online programs - Argosy University makes
earning your degree and balancing your busy schedule
convenient. You attend classes anytime, any where.
Experienced faculty trained to teach online - Every
faculty member at Argosy University successfully completes
approximately 100 hours of training through Socrates Distance
Learning Technologies Group. The training equips each faculty
member with the skills and knowledge to support the success of
adult students in our online classrooms.
One of the largest graduate student communities in the
nation - As a student, you will join a community of adult
students that, like you, want to expand their knowledge, build
on their expertise and advance their career.
Interactive learning - Argosy University's online
programs offer plenty of two-way communication with faculty and
other students, just as you would expect in a live classroom
setting. You will experience active learning through our
multiple interactive methods such as text, video, animation and
live chats.
Personalized service - From the moment you inquire,
Argosy University provides you with attentive, personalized
service. Our Help Desk offers 24/7 technical support for our
online classroom, and our Student Support Center provides phone
and email support Monday - Friday from 8am till 8pm (EST) and
Saturday from 8am till noon (EST).
Established campuses nationwide - Argosy University
supports 19 locations across the United States, with locations
in cities such as Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, San
Francisco, Seattle and Washington DC.
Professional education with a rich academic heritage -
Our academic heritage comes from three diverse schools:
American Schools of Professional Psychology, the Medical
Institute of Minnesota and the University of Sarasota. These
three schools were combined to form Argosy University.
Regional Accreditation - Argosy University is regionally
accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a
member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
(NCA).
Our online community connects you - When you become a
student at Argosy University, you will join a collaborative and
collegial online community that will extend your learning
experience far beyond the classroom. Our students take
advantage of the following:
- Student forums
- Online library
- Online bookstore
- Worldwide professionals network
- Career services
- Professional organizations
- Guest speakers
Many working adults have earned some college credit in the
psychology field of study, but because of their personal and
professional commitments, they have no practical way to complete
their degree. The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree
completion online program at Argosy University offers a solution
to those students who began their studies at another university,
community college or junior college, and for whatever reason,
were not able to finish their program. Argosy University offers a
program of study developed for working professionals who want to
achieve a balance among their career, family and education.
The goal of the BA in Psychology program is for you to build a
broad understanding of social sciences theory and the application
of these theories in real-world work environments. Our faculty
teaches you the skills and competencies required to launch your
career.
The BA in Psychology degree can also prepare you for graduate
study in psychology fields such as counseling, social work, and
marriage and family therapy. Our curriculum is complementary to
the master's and doctoral degree programs in the College of
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences at Argosy University.
In the BA in Psychology program, you may select a concentration
in the following areas:
Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology
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The MA in Forensic Psychology is designed to educate and train
individuals who are currently functioning, or wish to be trained
to function, 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. The
program emphasizes the development of students who are committed
to the ethical provision of quality services to diverse clients
and organizations. The program provides coursework in forensic
psychology for application to law enforcement, legal and
organizational consultation, and program analysis.
Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
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The Master of Arts (MA) in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
is offered online through Argosy University, Chicago. This
program 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 data analysis,
consultation, compensation, training, 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.
Master of Arts in Sport-Exercise Psychology
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The Master of Arts (MA) in Sport-Exercise Psychology program
offered online through Argosy University is designed to educate
and train students for roles dealing with the ethical performance
enhancement field. Sports psychology graduate programs involve an
understanding of the various psychological/mental factors that
affect performance in sports and exercise.
This two-year degree program is part of Argosy University's
American School of Professional Psychology and was developed for
students who want to work as consultants with coaches, athletes,
school and community groups on performance enhancement and life
skills development. This program aims to train students seeking
employment in a variety of settings, including private practice,
athletic departments, coaching, exercise/health, and education,
as well as those who will ultimately pursue a doctorate degree.
The goals of the program include developing student competencies
in the following areas: theoretical foundations, helping
relationships, individual and group skills, normal and abnormal
behavior, sport sciences, research and evaluation, diversity and
professional identity.
Based on the educational requirements outlined by the Association
for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP), the curriculum provides
students an opportunity to develop a foundation in applied sport
psychology, an understanding of normal and abnormal psychological
functioning, and a knowledge base in the physiological, motor and
psychosocial aspects of sport behavior.
Graduates of the MA in Sport-Exercise Psychology program are
eligible to apply for "provisional status" as a certified
consultant through AASP.
EdD in Counseling Psychology
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The Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology helps enhance
the professional expertise of those pursuing leadership,
supervisory, training and teaching positions in the counseling
profession. You will focus your scholarly work on the application
of research techniques to the counseling practice. Students
typically enter this program with master's level counseling
backgrounds in mental health, social work, school counseling,
pastoral counseling, family therapy and psychiatric nursing.
Certification and Licensure
Please note that the EdD in Counseling Psychology does not
prepare graduates for licensure. In the counseling field,
licensure is generally earned at the master's level. The doctoral
curriculum at Argosy University expands upon the general
preparation of master's-level practitioners. Licensure
regulations vary by state; students are responsible for checking
with relevant certification agencies in the state in which they
plan to practice.
EdD in Organizational Leadership
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The success of an organization depends upon good leadership; but
today, most organizations are desperate for highly trained,
skilled leaders. The EdD in Organizational Leadership at Argosy
University serves to fill the gap by preparing students to become
visionaries capable of driving organizations during times of
dynamic change.
Our curriculum enhances professional expertise and develops
personal abilities, and it positions practicing professionals to
compete and work in complex organizations faced with increasing
globalization, societal shifts, and elaborate strategic
partnerships.
EdD in Pastoral Community Counseling
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The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Pastoral Community Counseling
program is based on the fundamental belief that
religious/spiritual communities provide a unique opportunity for
human growth and development. The program is designed to prepare
leaders within religious communities with an opportunity for
personal and professional development, directed toward making a
significant contribution to their community and to society. With
this in mind, the program integrates the engagement of knowledge,
the development of skills, reflective practice, and research in a
manner that prepares the pastoral counselor to address individual
and communal development in an ethically responsible fashion.
The Pastoral Community Counseling program is committed to the
concept of community. In this regard, the learners participate
with one another and with faculty in a virtual community. This
provides a means of support and interaction that exceeds the
boundaries imposed by geographical definition, and utilizes
technology for the purposes of individual, community, and
societal development.
