M.S. in Psychology

M.S. in Psychology

Did you know that Walden now offers one of the most affordable M.S. in Psychology programs available online? By streamlining our coursework and refocusing our specialization content, we’ve reduced tuition costs by more than $4,200.
With 12 specializations ranging from Child and Adolescent Development to Crisis Management and Response, Walden’s M.S. in Psychology program provides both the foundational psychological theory and the in-depth knowledge and skills you need to advance your career and help others in a wide variety of settings. Six of our specializations even allow you to accelerate the path to your doctoral degree by applying credits earned from your master’s program.  More affordable and career-focused than ever, Walden’s M.S. in Psychology program enables you to complete your degree in as little as 15 months* as you focus on your specific career goals. Learn how you can complete your degree faster and more affordably at Walden.
*Time to completion may vary by student.
Specializations:
Applied Psychology
Child and Adolescent Development
Crisis Management and Response
Educational Psychology
General Psychology
Health Psychology
Organizational Psychology
Leadership Development and Coaching
Psychology of Culture
Psychology, Public Administration, and Social Change
Social Psychology
Terrorism and Security
The Walden M.S. in Psychology program is open to students of all undergraduate backgrounds.
For more information about our Psychology degree programs, financial aid, tuition and scholarships request free information or call one of our enrollment advisors.

Degree Program Overview

Degree Program Overview
Online programs at the bachelor's degree level often combine majors in psychology and counseling. An online bachelor degree in counseling emphasizes developmental behavior and social approaches to human growth. Students learn to apply a variety of theories and applications to promote a positive and health-oriented environment. This online program offers tremendous accessibility and flexibility, and gives working students the opportunity to finish a degree more quickly and conveniently than by taking courses on-campus.

Course Information
Counseling courses are designed to teach students how to help others achieve greater social, psychological, vocational, academic and ethical development. A counseling curriculum helps students to balance psychological, socioeconomic and cultural variables, gain competencies to organize and lead group activities, evaluate clients and prescribe individualized treatment plans.

Students should develop a variety of skills, including the abilities to inspire trust, respect and confidence in their clients. Aspiring counselors need to be able to work both as part of a team and individually. They must handle the high emotional stress that comes along with this career. Courses in this program may include:

General psychology
Sociology
Child development
Interpersonal communication
Chemical dependency
Family dynamics and communication
Human development and behavior
Multicultural aspects of counseling
About Online Learning
Students may be able to complete courses entirely online through asynchronous formats. Some programs may integrate practicum experiences. Students can work at their pace, though keeping in mind deadlines for assignments. Students login through virtual instructional platforms, such as Blackboard, and download course notes, participate in online class discussions and communicate with instructors.

Possible Careers
Students that graduate with a bachelor degree in counseling can either continue their education at the graduate level or begin a career in the field. Career opportunities are available in mental health facilities, education institutions and private practices. Counselors assist their clients with educational, vocational, personal, mental health and career problems. Because of the increased awareness regarding the impact of stress, emotions, and conflict, the demand for counselors is continuing to grow. Job opportunities are available as:

Social service administrator
Rehabilitation therapist
Case management aide
Human service assistant
Life skills counselor
Community support worker