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Argosy University - Orange County
The American School of Professional Psychology Graduate Programs
601 South Lewis Street
Orange, CA 92868

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Argosy University Southern California

campuses (or locations) in Orange County, Los Angeles, Inland Empire, and San Diego

Argosy University, Orange County is one of 19 Argosy University locations across the nation offering undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate degrees in the disciplines of business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA)(30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602. 1.312.263.0456).

College of Business

In a business climate that's getting more complex and competitive every day, success relies more and more on hard work, commitment and a quality education. By integrating business principles with psychology and behavioral science, Argosy University's College of Business will prepare you not just to manage, but to lead. Here, you'll choose a program that suits your goals. You'll learn from practitioner-instructors who bring current, real-world experience to the classroom and you'll build a network of professional contacts that can help advance your career.

Doctor of Education (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.

College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences

Argosy University's College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences is where tomorrow's clinical practitioners develop the specific skills they need. Our curriculum encompasses every major theoretical modality guiding clinical assessment and intervention practices.

You'll benefit from the practical training and internships that provide the vital hands-on experience our programs are known for; small class sizes that create a dynamic environment and promote close interaction with your peers; and instruction from faculty who call upon the real-world knowledge they gain as successful working professionals.

Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy

The Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy program emphasizes a practitioner-oriented philosophy and integrates applied theory and field experience. Currently only offered at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Professional Counseling program. It is designed for students who wish to pursue the clinical psychology track while receiving 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.

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology - Marriage & Family

The Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist. Currently only available at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Counseling Psychology program.

This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology

The Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology program 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 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
  • Program analysis

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Master of Arts (MA) in Sport-Exercise Psychology

The Master of Arts (MA) in Sport-Exercise Psychology program is designed to educate and train students to function as capable and ethical performance enhancement specialists. Currently offered only at Argosy University/Phoenix, this two-year degree is intended to meet the needs of 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 evolution
  • Diversity and professional identity

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counseling Psychology

The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counseling Psychology program prepares counselors from a variety of settings with the skills and credentials necessary to pursue leadership, supervision, training and teaching positions in the profession. Students with a background in mental health, social work, school counseling, pastoral counseling and psychiatric nursing join together to earn the terminal degree in their field and develop new interests and levels of competency and direction for their practice through an applied, research-practitioner approach to the role of professional counselor.

Doctor of Psychology (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.

Other Locations

Looking to attend campus a little closer to home? Argosy University operates 19 locations in the following cities and offers a variety of degree programs online:

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