Argosy University, Sarasota
Argosy University, Sarasota 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).
Argosy University, Sarasota is housed in a 25,000 square-foot
space located at 17th Street and Honore in northeast Sarasota,
Florida. The school offers easy access to Interstate 75.
Sarasota's numerous hospitals, schools, clinics and social
service agencies also provide outstanding training facilities for
students. The library at Argosy University, Sarasota Campus
contains book, journal and online collections with study areas,
computer stations and copy machines. It is also equipped with a
research library and data retrieval capabilities designed to
support the demands of graduate study.
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 Education
Come explore the historical, philosophical, psychological and
technical aspects of education and institutional administration
in a collaborative environment that fosters innovative thinking.
Argosy University's College of Education equips students with
tools to reach their personal and professional goals in this
demanding field.
Focus your studies in the area that matches your interests and
aspirations. Gain more than theoretical knowledge from a faculty
that shares their depth of current, practical experience through
a hands-on approach to learning.
Master of Arts (MA) in Industrial Organizational Psychology
The Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology
(MAIO) program at Argosy University, Atlanta in Atlanta,
Georgia, is designed to equip you with the knowledge of
industrial organizational psychology to apply to issues
involving individuals and groups in organizational and work
settings.
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 (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.
Master of Arts (MA) in School Psychology
The Master of Arts (MA) in School Psychology program is
dedicated to producing ethical, responsible and competent
school psychologists who are able to function effectively in a
number of professional roles. During their graduate training,
students develop core competencies in psychological assessment,
intervention, consultation/education, as well as cultural and
individual diversity. Graduates of the program may be eligible
for Department of Education certification and will be prepared
to be employed as school psychologists. The program is designed
to prepare students to become nationally certified school
psychologists in accordance with criteria developed by the
National Association of School Psychologists. Currently, the
Master of Arts in School Psychology is only offered at Argosy
University/Hawai'i, Argosy University/Phoenix and Argosy
University/Sarasota.
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School Psychology
The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in School Psychology program is
designed to prepare students to meet the criteria for state
certification as school psychologists and to prepare them to
become nationally certified school psychologists in accordance
with criteria developed by the National Association of School
Psychologists (NASP).
The program emphasizes the development of attitudes, knowledge
and skills essential to the training of school psychologists
who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services.
Currently, the PsyD in School Psychology program is only
available at Argosy University/Hawai'i and at Argosy
University/Phoenix.
Education Specialist (EdS) 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 Education Specialist program 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.
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 Community Counseling
The Master of Arts (MA) in Community Counseling program
provides students with a sound foundation for the practice of
community counseling, with a multifaceted focus on
developmental and preventative mental health services. The
program introduces students to the basic skills of counseling,
integrating individual, group, family and organizational
interventions. The program emphasizes development of the
attitudes, knowledge and skills required for the ethical
provision of quality professional counseling services. As such,
the MA in Community Counseling program is committed to
educating and training students to work in a variety of
settings with diverse client populations. Since licensing may
change and often varies from state to state, students should
verify the current 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, and program analysis.
Master of Arts (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. Currently, the MA in Marriage
& Family Therapy program is offered at Argosy
University/Hawai'i, Argosy University/Sarasota, Argosy
University/Tampa and Argosy University/Twin Cities. Argosy
University/Twin Cities offers students an optional
concentration in forensic counseling within the program.

Master of Arts (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.
Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Counseling
The field of professional counseling has grown significantly
within recent years and as a result, a larger number of
settings are requiring professional counselors. In order to
help meet society's need for professional counselors, Argosy
University offers the Master of Arts (MA) in Professional
Counseling program. This degree is intended to continue the
professional development of those currently functioning, or
desiring to function, in a counseling role. Students at Argosy
University/Washington DC may choose an optional concentration
in forensic counseling within the MA in Professional Counseling
program.
Master of Arts (MA) in School Psychology
The Master of Arts (MA) in School Psychology program is
dedicated to producing ethical, responsible and competent
school psychologists who are able to function effectively in a
number of professional roles. During their graduate training,
students develop core competencies in psychological assessment,
intervention, consultation/education, as well as cultural and
individual diversity. Graduates of the program may be eligible
for Department of Education certification and will be prepared
to be employed as school psychologists. The program is designed
to prepare students to become Nationally Certified School
Psychologists in accordance with criteria developed by the
National Association of School Psychologists. Currently, the
Master of Arts in School Psychology is only offered at Argosy
University/Hawai'i, Argosy University/Phoenix and Argosy
University/Sarasota.
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 Education (EdD) in Counselor Education and
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.
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Pastoral Community Counseling
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. Currently, the EdD in Pastoral
Community Counseling is only available at Argosy
University/Sarasota.
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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Atlanta,
GA
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Chicago, IL
- Downtown
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Chicago, IL
- Schaumburg
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Dallas,
TX
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Denver,
CO
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Eagon, MN -
Twin Cities
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Honolulu,
HI
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Phoenix,
AZ
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Salt Lake
City, UT
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Southern
California - Inland Empire
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Southern
California - Los Angeles
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Southern
California - Orange County
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Southern
California - San Diego
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San
Francisco, CA
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Seattle,
WA
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Nashville,
TN
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Sarasota,
FL
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Tampa,
FL
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Washington,
DC
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