Psychological Studies with an Individualized Concentration (M.A.)
Jubilee Hall
CHDCM@shu.edu
shu.edu/academics/ma-psychological-studies
Program Code: EC_PSST_MA (Concentration Code: IND)
This 36-credit program in basic theory and methods in psychology is recommended for: (1) preparation for the Ed.S. or the doctoral degree in professional psychology, (2) exploration of the field. Upon completion of the master’s program, many graduates proceed to obtain post-master’s and doctoral-level training in school, counseling, marriage and family, or other areas of psychology. Other graduates function professionally in mental health agencies, clinics, hospitals, youth and family services, residential homes, and forensic settings, or in employee assistance programs or other areas. Psychological Studies Program, in and of itself, does not lead to a license for professional practice. Students have the opportunity to select a concentration area of 4 elective courses (12 credits). Concentration areas include: Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology of Sport and Exercise, and Individualized Concentration. Students may also select an individualized concentration area if they plan to pursue doctoral work, or if they would like to pursue a specific area of interest. With adviser approval, students may undertake independent research or an independent study project.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants are required to submit the following materials:
- Online application and application fee
- Official transcript(s) from all institutions attended
- Personal statement outlining goals and professional interests
- Letters of recommendation (2) from academic and/or professional references with at least one (1) from a professional colleague who can attest to the applicant's ability to interact with others, fit with the counseling profession, and capacity for graduate study
- Resume/Curriculum vitae
Application Deadline
The program reviews applications on a rolling basis and typically accepts applicants throughout the year.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Degree Requirements | ||
| Required courses: | 24 | |
| Personality Theory | ||
| Psychology-Human Devl | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Stat Theory - Computer App I | ||
or CPSY 8617 | Appl Res Meth - Stat Analysis | |
| Tests and Measurements | ||
| Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | ||
| Eth and Lgl Iss in Couns Pych | ||
| Multicultural Couns-Psychology | ||
| Concentration: Individualized | ||
| Select 12 credits *** | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
- ***
Students take 4 courses (12 credits) of their choice, in consultation with their adviser and must be approved.
Plan of Study
Requirements for the program are outlined in the "Requirements" tab of this Catalogue. This Planner tab offers a sample semester-by-semester model schedule which accounts for historical course availability. For timely completion of the program, students must routinely meet with their assigned academic adviser to carefully plan their schedule based on available courses.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | |
| CPSY 6103 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| CPSY 8010 | Eth and Lgl Iss in Couns Pych | 3 |
| CPSY 6101 | Personality Theory | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CPSY 6001 | Tests and Measurements | 3 |
| CPSY 6102 | Psychology-Human Devl | 3 |
| CPSY 8100 | Multicultural Couns-Psychology | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Year | ||
| First Semester | ||
| CPSY 6601 | Couple-Fam Dyn-Syst Perspect | 3 |
| CPSY 8617 or CPSY 7005 |
Appl Res Meth - Stat Analysis or Stat Theory - Computer App I |
3 |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| Concentration Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
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