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Many learners enter graduate school uncertain abou... (More)
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Many learners enter graduate school uncertain about their professional and occupational plans. Our general online master’s degree program in psychology offers learners a broad overview of psychology, plus a great deal of flexibility in tailoring their electives around psychology areas of interest including addictions, health, educational, and family, among others. You can choose the general program as an opportunity to explore the curriculum, and later decide to pursue advanced studies at the doctoral level. (Less)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology master’... (More)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology master’s degree specialization in clinical psychology is typically intended for those interested in pursuing a doctoral degree. Learners in this specialization will develop theoretical understanding, research, and assessment skills. Some graduates may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians and should be familiar with their state psychology board’s licensure requirements. However, for those interested in the independent practice of psychology, this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as a professional counselor or psychologist. For those interested in a doctoral degree, Capella University offers a PsyD in the area of clinical psychology, which complements this master’s degree. (Less)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology master’... (More)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology master’s degree specialization in counseling psychology prepares learners to pursue the doctoral degree. This rigorous online curriculum focuses on counseling theory, group counseling, and the development of psychological testing skills. Some master’s degree graduates may pursue licensure as psychology assistants or technicians and therefore need to be familiar with their home state’s licensure board requirements. However, for those interested in the independent practice of psychology, this specialization does not prepare graduates for licensure as a professional counselor or psychologist. For those interested in a doctoral degree, Capella University offers a PsyD in the area of counseling psychology, which complements this master’s degree. (Less)
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Learners pursuing our master's degree specializati... (More)
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Learners pursuing our master's degree specialization frequently plan to teach at the community college level or apply theories of educational psychology while working with population segments ranging from early childhood to adulthood. This online specialization may appeal to learners interested in understanding the role of computer-mediated instructional strategies in the educational process, adult learning in general, instructional design, or stages of development. (Less)
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Our online specialization in Industrial/Organizati... (More)
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Our online specialization in Industrial/Organizational Psychology is designed for learners interested in the application of organizational behavior principles and research findings within the workplace and other organizational settings. Learners will acquire assessment skills and gain understanding of organizational behavior principles designed to increase motivation and improve performance within the general workforce, middle and senior management levels. Graduates will be prepared to apply their knowledge in workplace testing and assessment, teaching at the community college level, and setting up private practice that includes organizational consulting, professional coaching, and human resource management. (Less)
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Our school psychology master’s degree specia... (More)
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Our school psychology master’s degree specialization prepares learners to be advocates for school-age children, adolescents, and their families, stressing respect for individual differences, collaborative problem solving, and empirically based interventions. Upon graduation, learners are prepared to apply a systems-based approach to address the social, emotional, academic, behavioral, and cognitive well-being of students. Graduates are typically employed by public school districts; however, employment within community agencies, specialized school settings, and educational cooperatives is also an option. (Less)
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Capella University’s master’s degree s... (More)
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Capella University’s master’s degree specialization in sport psychology prepares learners to apply psychological principles while working with amateur and professional athletes concerning issues of performance enhancement, motivation, stress management, and individual and team motivation. Graduates of our online sport psychology specialization can apply these techniques to the performance of managers and executives in the business world. (Less)
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Capella University’s Harold Abel School of P... (More)
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Capella University’s Harold Abel School of Psychology PhD program provides advanced academic studies focusing on research and scholarship in a particular discipline of study. Learners will experience high-quality online course work as well as in-depth residential colloquia. Graduates from these academic tracks will be able to apply psychological principles in areas such as teaching, administration, research, consulting, coaching, management, and leadership. (Less)
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Our PhD in general psychology is offered to those ... (More)
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Our PhD in general psychology is offered to those learners who wish a great deal of flexibility in designing and individualizing their education by selecting from a wide range of course elective offerings based on personal and professional goals. Curriculum can be concentrated in areas such as addictions, family, sport, health, or other areas of interest. Or, learners can use the electives to form an individualized program of study based on their unique areas of interest. Doctoral learners will complete in-person colloquia in addition to their academic online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each 1-week in length.
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Our PhD specialization in educational psychology f... (More)
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Our PhD specialization in educational psychology focuses on education and research through all stages of the lifespan. Doctoral learners will acquire a broad base of information about teaching and learning, development, research methods, and data analysis. Course content includes adult learning, instructional design, and computer-mediated instruction, as well as child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychology. Learners frequently pursue careers in teaching, administration, research, or consulting. Doctoral learners will complete in-person colloquia in addition to their academic online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each 1-week in length.
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Our PhD in industrial/organizational psychology is... (More)
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Our PhD in industrial/organizational psychology is designed for learners interested in behavior in the workplace and other organizational settings. Learners explore leadership issues, group development, organizational change strategies, motivational and performance enhancement concerns, and human resource management. Doctoral graduates typically pursue positions as independent consultants, coaches to senior management, university instructors, and other leadership positions in business, government, and higher education.
Doctoral learners will complete in-person colloquia in addition to their academic online courses. Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend three colloquia, each 1-week in length.
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Doctoral learners in the Harold Abel School of Psy... (More)
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Doctoral learners in the Harold Abel School of Psychology PsyD program typically intend to seek licensure to practice professional psychology. Our PsyD program focuses on developing and applying higher-level clinical skills in assessment, intervention, consultation, supervision, and evaluation. Proficiency is accomplished through a blended approach of rigorous online course work, and face-to-face residency and field training experiences. (Less)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology PsyD speciali... (More)
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The Harold Abel School of Psychology PsyD specialization in clinical psychology provides learners with comprehensive clinical training including psychopathology, psychological testing, and psychotherapy. Because this area is ultimately designed for state licensure eligibility* as a clinical psychologist, it is a very rigorous program that requires online course work, residency, and field training experience. Doctoral graduates typically pursue positions as consultants in business, government, and higher education. This specialization prepares learners for state licensure eligibility as a clinical psychologist. (Less)
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apella University’s PsyD specialization in c... (More)
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apella University’s PsyD specialization in counseling psychology prepares learners to pursue diverse career paths within our changing society. Because this area is ultimately designed for state licensure eligibility* as a counseling psychologist, it is a very rigorous program that requires online course work, residency, and field training experience. In addition to providing counseling services to individuals and groups, graduates will be prepared to work with non-profit organizations, and to teach at the undergraduate or graduate level. This specialization prepares learners for state licensure eligibility as a counseling psychologist. (Less)
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