Master’s Degrees in Psychology
Master’s Degrees in Psychology
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As you pursue your graduate psychology degree, you will work to gain a deeper understanding of psychological topics and perform research in your area of interest. You will also have the opportunity to specialize in an area of your choice by completing focused psychology coursework, helping you develop valuable skills for a new career path in the field or pursue a doctoral psychology degree.
Psychologist careers are also expected to grow at a faster than average rate over the next decade. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook estimates job growth for psychologists to increase by about 6% from 2022 to 2032, accounting for an estimated increase of 12,000 jobs in the field.(See disclaimer 1)
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Grand Canyon University offers you the opportunity to dive deep into your understanding of the field of psychology by earning your Master of Science in Psychology degree. This program can provide you with an in-depth analysis of various psychological topics, while also incorporating specific courses unique to your area of specialization.
In your psychology master’s program, you will work through a curriculum that covers advanced psychology topics that is designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of the field and your role within it. Along with your core courses, you will take specific topic-focused courses relevant to your emphasis, providing you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of that area of focus.
Some coursework topics you will cover include:
Ethical issues in psychology
Social and cultural psychology
Research methods
Statistics
There are many questions that might come up as you decide to pursue a graduate degree in psychology. Read through some commonly asked questions to learn more about this course of study.
Is a master’s in psychology worth it?
Is it hard to get a master’s degree in psychology?
Can I be a therapist with a master’s in psychology?
At GCU, we want you to be successful in your studies. We offer all our students access to various resources and support to assist you as you work through your program. Take advantage of our online learning resources, as well as specific resources offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, so you can study confidently as you work toward graduation.
While licensing requirements will vary by state, a master’s degree in psychology is designed to prepare you for work as a psychologist. A master’s degree is typically the minimum requirement for various psychologist positions, such as in the industrial-organizational field.(See disclaimer 2)
If you are ready to advance your education in the mental health field, apply to one of GCU’s graduate psychology programs today.
At GCU, you have the opportunity to focus your advanced psychology studies in an area that best supports your career goals. We offer emphasis options for our MS in Psychology degree in a number of different areas of study, including:
General psychology
Forensic psychology
Industrial and organizational psychology
Life coaching
Geropsychology
Health psychology
Human factors psychology