MS in Psychology
Kaplan University’s Master of Science in Psychology could help you develop the skills and knowledge to become more marketable in career-focused areas, including addictions, behavior analysis, and industrial/organizational psychology. The psychology field is projected to grow.* Taking the right courses in the right degree program could contribute to your job marketability and career success. Faculty members have years of real-world experience to help ensure you are engaged and building a relevant understanding of what employers are looking for.† Certain specializations may lead to certification including Kaplan University’s applied behavior analysis specialization, the course sequence of which has been approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc., (BACB®) as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the certification examination to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®).‡ At Kaplan University, we believe in your talent and are committed to helping you earn a degree that could help you make an impact by meeting your education goals and empowering you to make a difference. *Source: Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-13 Edition, Psychologists, on the Internet at www.bls.gov/ooh/Life-Physical-and-Social-Science/Psychologists.htm. These employment projections are provided for informational purposes only. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth. †Kaplan University cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Additional training or certification may be required. The professional practice of psychology is regulated by each state, and the degree requirements in this program do not prepare graduates for state licensure. It is important to note that, while earning a master’s degree in psychology may qualify you to work in the helping professions, a doctorate degree is required to become a psychologist and a medical degree is required to become a psychiatrist. Licensure exams may also be required. ‡The BACB preapproves university training as meeting its eligibility requirements; it does not accredit university programs. To become certified, students will need to obtain the necessary number of hours of field experience under an appropriate supervisor, as required by the BACB, meet additional degree and practicum requirements, and must also pass the comprehensive exam. Refer to the BACB’s website (www.bacb.com/) for full eligibility requirements. |
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