Best Social Work Colleges in Pennsylvania

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We have created a 2018 ranking of the best colleges in Pennsylvania that offer Social Work degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 43 Social Work schools located within Pennsylvania. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Social Work Colleges in Pennsylvania for 2018

Rank School Name Location Description   Rating
1 University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
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University of Pennsylvania offers 2 Social Work Degree programs. It's a large private university in a large city. In 2015, 202 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 178 Master's degrees, and 24 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 56 Reviews
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2 University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus offers 4 Social Work Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 270 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 215 Master's degrees, 50 Bachelor's degrees, 3 Certificates degrees, and 2 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 72 Reviews
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3 Temple University Philadelphia, PA

Temple University offers 2 Social Work Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 337 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 219 Master's degrees, and 118 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 36 Reviews
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4 Widener University-Main Campus Chester, PA

Widener University-Main Campus offers 3 Social Work Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a large suburb. In 2015, 163 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 138 Master's degrees, 18 Bachelor's degrees, and 7 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 8 Reviews
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5 Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA

Bryn Mawr College offers 2 Social Work Degree programs. It's a small private university in a large suburb. In 2015, 101 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 99 Master's degrees, and 2 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 12 Reviews
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6 Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA

Millersville University of Pennsylvania offers 4 Social Work Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a large suburb. In 2015, 153 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 108 Bachelor's degrees, and 45 Master's degrees.

Based on 24 Reviews
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7 West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA

West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers 4 Social Work Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large suburb. In 2015, 113 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 74 Master's degrees, and 39 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 16 Reviews
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8 Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania offers 4 Social Work Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a outlying town. In 2015, 134 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 101 Bachelor's degrees, and 33 Master's degrees.

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9 Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania offers 4 Social Work Degree programs. It's a medium sized public university in a outlying town. In 2015, 85 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 62 Bachelor's degrees, and 23 Master's degrees.

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10 Marywood University Scranton, PA

Marywood University offers 2 Social Work Degree programs. It's a small private university in a small city. In 2015, 91 students graduated in the study area of Social Work with students earning 81 Master's degrees, and 10 Bachelor's degrees.

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School Logo School Name Average tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
5/5 		12 : 1 24,876
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 		7 : 1 28,649
Temple University Temple University Philadelphia, PA
4/5 		15 : 1 38,007
Widener University-Main Campus Widener University-Main Campus Chester, PA
5/5 		15 : 1 5,303
Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA
5/5 		10 : 1 1,692
Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA
3/5 		24 : 1 7,959
West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA
3/5 		22 : 1 16,597
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA
3/5 		22 : 1 8,995
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA
3/5 		23 : 1 7,048
Marywood University Marywood University Scranton, PA
5/5 		13 : 1 3,010
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Edinboro, PA
3/5 		22 : 1 6,548
California University of Pennsylvania California University of Pennsylvania California, PA
3/5 		26 : 1 7,854
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA
3/5 		24 : 1 8,611
Eastern University Eastern University Saint Davids, PA
5/5 		14 : 1 3,505
Messiah College Messiah College Mechanicsburg, PA
5/5 		14 : 1 3,302
La Salle University La Salle University Philadelphia, PA
5/5 		17 : 1 5,683
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA
3/5 		23 : 1 9,737
Saint Francis University Saint Francis University Loretto, PA
5/5 		16 : 1 2,664
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania Mansfield University of Pennsylvania Mansfield, PA
3/5 		16 : 1 2,352
Alvernia University Alvernia University Reading, PA
5/5 		17 : 1 2,856
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA
3/5 		23 : 1 6,828
Misericordia University Misericordia University Dallas, PA
5/5 		16 : 1 2,963
Cedar Crest College Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA
5/5 		15 : 1 1,591
Gannon University Gannon University Erie, PA
5/5 		16 : 1 4,416
Carlow University Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA
5/5 		15 : 1 2,272

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    Program Descriptions
    • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science
    • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics
    • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Trauma
    • BS in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders
    • Bachelor of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing
    • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness
    • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration
    • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics
    • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement
    • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Prevention
    • B.A. in Communications
    • B.S. in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse
    • B.S. in Psychology
    • B.S. in Sociology
    • M.A. in Autism Spectrum Disorders
    • M.S. in Addiction Counseling
    • M.S. in Professional Counseling
    • M.S. in Psychology: General Psychology
    • M.S. in Psychology: Industrial & Organizational Psychology
    • Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Cognition and Instruction
    • Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    • Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology
    • Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance Psychology
    • M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Forensic Psychology
    • M.S. Psychology with an Emphasis in Geropsychology
    • M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Health Psychology
    • M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Life Coaching
    • M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders
    • M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
    • M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Trauma
    • Graduate Certificate of Completion in Forensic Psychology
    • Graduate Certificate of Completion in GeroPsychology
    • Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology
    • Graduate Certificate of Completion in Human Factors Psychology
    • Graduate Certificate Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science
    The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science degree program prepares students to work as behavioral health technicians or specialists in various settings as members of a clinical team. This behavioral health program within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences provides a more general and broader perspective on specific areas in the behavioral health field. You will gain a comprehensive study of human behavior within a Christian values-oriented environment designed to emphasize compassion and ethics. This behavioral health science degree does not lead to licensure.
    Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics
    The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics degree program develops graduates who are prepared to work as behavioral health technicians or specialists. These professionals may work in various settings, such as residential, inpatient or outpatient clinics, as members of a clinical team. This behavioral health science program within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences is designed to provide an extensive study of behavioral health with a strong foundation in family dynamics. Along with essential behavioral health skills, you will gain an in-depth understanding of family origins and perceptions in order to play a role in helping to improve client relationships. An array of professional associations and guidelines guide the programmatic competencies, including the American Psychiatric Association (APA), American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Code of Ethics, to name a few. This behavioral health degree does not lead to licensure.
    Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Trauma
    The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Trauma degree program provides students with the foundation to enter the field as behavioral health technicians or specialists. You will acquire the skills and training to work within diverse settings, such as an inpatient, outpatient or residential clinic, as part of a clinical team. This behavioral health science program within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a comprehensive study of the biopsychosocial impact of trauma and trauma-informed care. This program is also designed to reflect GCU’s Christian worldview with a focus on instilling Christian values, such as compassion and empathy, within coursework and the learning environment. You will complete this behavioral health degree program with a professional capstone project designed to reflect synthesis and integration of course content. The goal is to prepare a written proposal for a community-based behavioral health organization focusing on your specific area of interest.
    BS in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders
    The Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders degree program prepares students with the skills and training to work in various settings as behavioral health technicians or specialists. You will gain a comprehensive knowledge base of childhood and adolescent development and behavior, and in particular, a thorough understanding childhood and adolescent disorders. Within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, you will explore the biological, emotional and environmental aspects that impact childhood and adolescent development, as well as theories related to childhood and adolescent physical and behavioral health. The behavioral health science program addresses the assessment, diagnosis, intervention and best practices for the behavioral health treatment of both children and adolescents. This behavioral health degree does not lead to licensure.
    Bachelor of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing
    The Bachelor of Arts in English with an Emphasis in Professional Writing degree program is designed to prepare students to become effective writers in the 21st century. In addition to professional writing courses, you will study literature and informational texts, as well as rhetoric and composition. Exploring these areas enriches critical thinking and analysis, while enhancing foundational knowledge in the study of English. The professional writing program is also designed to help graduates reflect on ethical dilemmas and professional situations relating to human value and dignity. This practice calls for the application of Christian worldview perspectives and principles. Upon reflection, you will be able to express a personal worldview and understanding associated with these dilemmas and situations.
    M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness
    Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Christian Ministry degree program provides a foundation in biblical knowledge and theological wisdom for students who want to pursue ministry in mental health and serve as a wellness-focused Christian worker. You will develop a deepened understanding of the gospel to discuss relevant issues from a Christian perspective. The exploration of spiritual health, growth, character development and human nature areas will provide you with the knowledge in life and practice to help individuals who seek support and encouragement within a Christian framework. This Christian ministry degree does not lead to licensure.
    M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration
    Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration degree program is designed for students who want to pursue a leadership and administrative role in churches, hospitals, community-based organizations and settings that provide social services. You will develop the skills and knowledge for program planning and development, including policies, procedures and working with budgets. You will also explore concepts of effective communication, motivation, supervisory skills, culture, advocacy, ethics, and personal and professional development. This degree does not lead to licensure.
    M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics
    Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics degree program is designed for students who have a passion to work with families and in various community settings to promote mental health and wellness. You will explore areas of human nature—including behavioral, mental, spiritual, cognitive, interpersonal, resiliency, social motivations and family dynamics. The study of human nature will help you develop the foundation to help families determine and resolve problems, as well as achieve and maintain health and wellness. This family dynamics degree program also provides an in-depth look at mental health and wellness research and best practices in relation to family dynamics and systems. This degree does not lead to licensure.
    M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement
    Enhance your ability to support end-of-life services with Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement. This degree is not a path to licensure, but instead provides an interdisciplinary program of study uniting grief research and theory with the science of mental health. As cultural willingness to address the process of death has expanded, so have career opportunities for those who specialize in this phase of life. This master’s-level bereavement training degree does not lead to licensure, but the completion of the program positions you for leadership within a variety of individual, family and community services settings.
    M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Prevention
    Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with an Emphasis in Prevention puts you on track for an innovative career in preventative psychosocial care. This degree path does not lead to licensure. Students leverage this prevention science degree to proactively address the experiential and biological factors that can lead to mental illness, as part of change-making work in fields such as human services, community health and more.
    B.A. in Communications
    The Bachelor of Arts in Communications program develops leaders in the fields of human communication and media. The program is built on a values-based liberal arts foundation. Students develop the knowledge, creativity and intermodal communication skills necessary to design and deliver compelling messages. Video production, website design and social media proficiency are included in their skill base. Graduates go on to careers in public relations, marketing, advertising, media relations and internal communication departments within companies and organizations.
    B.S. in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse
    The Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse is designed to train practitioners in the field of addiction counseling, chemical dependency, and substance abuse treatment. The coursework focuses on the nature of psychopathological conditions and their impact on the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual nature of the human being. Core courses include study of the psychopathological behavior’s impact on the individual, family, and society; screening and assessment methods at the beginning of treatment; and case management during the treatment phases. Counseling skills courses and a fieldwork/practicum course complete the focused coursework list. Completion of this program may qualify graduates to meet the standards for state, national, and international certification for professional prevention specialists and treatment counselors/providers. Participants should contact the appropriate certifying body to ensure that courses meet certification requirements.
    B.S. in Psychology
    The psychology major offers a broad array of courses that increase our understanding of human actions in the past and present. With this understanding comes the responsibility to improve our relationships with others and to help others to achieve similar understanding and insight into their own behaviors. The program helps prepare the student for entry-level positions in agencies and organizations which seek to help those in need. It should be understood that the requirements for employment in many positions in the helping professions include advanced education beyond the bachelor’s degree.
    B.S. in Sociology
    The Bachelor of Science in Sociology degree seeks to encourage students to think deeply and seriously, using both the Christian and scientific perspectives, about the consequences of social structures upon human social behavior in its many diverse contexts. Students learn about the norms of social behavior, the varieties of human groups, the extent of societal influence on individuals, and the reasons that efforts to control human behavior are not always successful. Importantly, students learn how to discover facts about human social behavior using the scientific method and how to interpret facts and information using theories about social behavior. Graduates can go on to careers in the fields of human services, politics, research and government service.
    M.A. in Autism Spectrum Disorders
    In a crucially relevant sphere of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), a growing demand for special education services and higher graduation standards intersect in public schools across the nation. As the field of diagnosis in spectrum disorders continues to advance, ASD has become the fastest growing area of diagnosis within the disorder spectrum. Children with special needs are identified earlier in their lives, leading to higher enrollment rates of ASD students in primary education. GCU’s master’s degree in autism spectrum disorders provides licensed special education teachers a deep understanding of an educator’s responsibility to special needs students.
    M.S. in Addiction Counseling
    Master of Science in Addiction Counseling. As society understands more about addiction, more people are seeking treatment and more drug offenders are being sent to treatment programs rather than prison. As a result, demand for substance abuse counselors is expected to increase much faster than demand for most other occupations through 2018. This next-level degree program is designed to meet the needs of learners who wish to pursue a career as an addiction counseling professional. The program prepares students to treat substance abuse and dependency disorders. Courses provide a comprehensive survey of counseling theories, group counseling, social and cultural issues, psychopharmacology, family issues, and more. In addition, a supervised internship provides 150 contact hours of opportunity for student to develop their counseling skills. In many states, a master’s degree is required for the highest level of licensing or certification. Graduates of this program are prepared to meet the academic requirements for licensure in Arizona as a both a Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) and a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC). Additionally, program graduates from most other states will be academically prepared to begin the process of seeking certification and licensure in their home state. Licensing and certification requirements may vary from state to state. It is the student’s responsibility to check the requirements in their state.
    M.S. in Professional Counseling
    Masters of Science in Professional Counseling. The curriculum offers an in-depth examination of counseling theories, chemical dependency, marriage and family, social and cultural issues, psychopharmacology, diagnostics, assessment and treatment, psychopathology, research methods, and more. In addition, four practicum-internships provide a total of 600 contact hours of opportunity for students to develop counseling skills. Courses in this rigorous program were chosen to meet the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors for the National Certified Counselor credential (NCC) and by Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. A master’s degree in counseling is required in 48 states for individuals seeking to become licensed as counselors. Graduates from this program are prepared to meet the academic requirements for licensure in Arizona as a: Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) and Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC). Additionally, graduates from most other states will be academically prepared to begin the process of seeking certification and licensure in their home state. Licensing and certification requirements may vary from state to state. It is the student’s responsibility to check the licensing and certification requirements in their state.
    M.S. in Psychology: General Psychology
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in General Psychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. The program focuses on the development of critical thinking and leadership qualities. Graduates with these attributes impact those around them through leadership, action research, and introduction of programmatic community changes whether they are acting from the perspective of teachers, practitioners or researchers.
    M.S. in Psychology: Industrial & Organizational Psychology
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Organizational Psychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. The program focuses on the development of critical thinking and leadership qualities. Graduates with these attributes can impact companies and organizations which are interested in making their work environments ones in which individuals can thrive and contribute to the goals of the organization.
    Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Cognition and Instruction
    The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Psychology with an emphasis in Cognition and Instruction is geared toward individuals who work in government positions, industry, school systems, and other types of instructional and applied settings. This program also prepares individuals for teaching and research at the university and college level. With a focus on how the human mind works and retains information, the Ph.D. in Cognition and Instruction explores the most effective way to teach and train so that information becomes embedded.  Core areas of knowledge include history and systems of psychology, cognition, research methods, statistics, as well as personality, abnormal, social, multicultural, and developmental psychology. Students are advised to inquire directly with their state if they intend to pursue licensure, as this degree does not lead directly to licensure in and of itself.
    Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Psychology with an emphasis on Industrial and Organizational Psychology was developed for individuals who want to become behavioral specialists in the work place. Those with a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology often pursue careers as teachers or researchers at the college or university level, consultants and staff psychologists, or researchers. In the workplace, industrial and organizational psychologists work to improve areas such as selection and placement, training and development, and the evaluation of employee performance. This program involves an in-depth study of how individuals behave in a variety of settings. Students are advised to inquire directly with their state if they intend to pursue licensure, as this degree does not lead directly to licensure in and of itself.
    Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology
    Grand Canyon University’s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Psychology program offers a broad array of courses that increase the understanding of human actions in the past and present. The program prepares individuals to engage their knowledge and skills in cognition and instruction in applied settings of teaching and/or conducting psychological research in business, government, or institutions of higher education. Core areas of knowledge include history and systems of psychology, cognition, research methods, and statistics, as well as personality, abnormal, social, multicultural, and developmental psychology. Students are advised to inquire directly with their state if they intend to pursue licensure, as this degree does not lead directly to licensure in and of itself. Entry to this program requires a graduate degree and related coursework. Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology program with an emphasis in Integrating Technology, Learning, and Psychology will be able to integrate psychology with technology, instruction, and learning to inform research and create solutions to optimize opportunities for stakeholders.
    Ph.D. in General Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance Psychology
    Grand Canyon University’s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Psychology program offers a broad array of courses that increase the understanding of human actions in the past and present. The program prepares individuals to engage their knowledge and skills in cognition and instruction in applied settings of teaching and/or conducting psychological research in business, government, or institutions of higher education. Core areas of knowledge include history and systems of psychology, cognition, research methods, and statistics, as well as personality, abnormal, social, multicultural, and developmental psychology. Students are advised to inquire directly with their state if they intend to pursue licensure, as this degree does not lead directly to licensure in and of itself. Entry to this program requires a graduate degree and related coursework. Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology program with an emphasis in performance psychology will be able to apply theory and practice to conduct original research or work in applied settings such as sport, military, or medical industries to enhance performance of individuals and groups.
    M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Forensic Psychology
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Forensic Psychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. The program provides a comprehensive, rigorous, and analytic study of crime and society’s responses to it. A focus is placed on the application of theory and research methods in the development of initiatives, policies, and practice. Students will develop a strong understanding and development of criminal justice ethics, issues of diversity, critical thinking, analytic, and leadership skills.
    M.S. Psychology with an Emphasis in Geropsychology
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in GeroPsychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. Geropsychology is a specialized field in psychology focusing on psychological and neurological aspects of aging. Student pursuing a Master’s degree with an emphasis in geropsychology will apply theory and research practices to lead and influence change psychological care provided to the elderly. Exploration between the body and the mind will be explored so that interventions can be presented, which will inspire positive change. Topics of focus will include assisting aging adults to cope with anxiety, depression, and physical debilities associated with the process of aging. Graduates will be prepared to conduct research on diseases related to aging such as dementia.
    M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Health Psychology
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Health Psychology is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. The Master’s degree with an emphasis in health psychology focuses on psychological, biological and social factors influencing health and illness. Students pursuing a Master’s degree with an emphasis in Health Psychology will assist individuals or groups in preventing illness and promoting healthy behaviors. Theory and research practices will be presented to prepare graduates to lead and influence change health among diverse communities. Exploration between the body and the mind will be explored so that interventions can be presented which will inspire positive change. Stress, nutrition, complementary and alternative medical approaches, eating disorders, medical compliance, and pain management are topics of interest, which will be explored in regards to how they affect health and illness. Graduates will be prepared to conduct research and work in a variety of settings including hospitals, universities, private corporations, government settings, private agencies, and health care clinics.
    M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Life Coaching
    The Master of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Life Coaching is a program designed for individuals who desire promotion and/or continued academic exposure in the field of psychology. Life Coaching is an emerging field that involves and integrates areas of sociology, psychology and counseling. Student’s pursuing a Master’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Life Coaching will learn the skills necessary to assist others in facilitating change in their lives and include techniques and strategies related to helping others fulfill their personal and professional potential. Employment prospects in this area include working with a range of diverse individuals, groups and professional organizations. Building a business, utilizing resources to change careers, learning to create and sustain balance in one’s life as well as growing and enhancing motivation levels are just a few of themes that a graduate from this program will master. Important topics in this field of study include advanced rapport building and communication strategies, identifying maladaptive cognitions, exploration of theories and models of effective leadership, interviewing and observational techniques as well as data analysis. The program prepares graduates for a non-licensed, helping profession beyond completion of the program.
    M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders
    The Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders program is designed for students interested in becoming professional counselors. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and address childhood- and adolescence-related disorders, developmental issues, child-parent-related issues, school and family life, and disorders specified in the DSM. The program meets the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Students are provided with comprehensive training to achieve national certification and licensure in Arizona as a counselor. Graduates of this degree program may apply for state licensure, after passing the state-mandated testing, and be prepared for careers as counselors, behavioral health counselors, or mental health counselors.
    M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
    The Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy program is designed for students interested in becoming professional counselors. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and address marriage and family-related issues, including, but not limited to, communication issues, parent-child relationship, different family dynamics, and couple's issues. The program meets the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Students are provided with comprehensive training to achieve national certification and licensure in Arizona as a counselor. Graduates of this degree program may apply for state licensure, after passing the state-mandated testing, and be prepared for careers as counselors, behavioral health counselors, or mental health counselors. This degree does not lead to marriage and family licensure. Students are encouraged to review their marriage and family board licensure to see licensure requirements.
    M.S. in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Trauma
    The Master of Science in Professional Counseling with an Emphasis in Trauma program is designed for students interested in becoming professional counselors. It prepares students to understand, assess, and treat developmental, childhood, and adulthood trauma-related disorders. This program offers students an exhaustive study of human behavior and trauma-informed care. The program meets the academic requirements established by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Students are provided with comprehensive training to achieve national certification and licensure in Arizona as a counselor. Graduates of this degree program may apply for state licensure, after passing the state-mandated testing, and be prepared for a career in behavioral health, counseling, health services management, human services, government, and law enforcement.
    Graduate Certificate of Completion in Forensic Psychology
    The Graduate Certificate of Completion in Forensic Psychology program is offered through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and is designed for individuals who have earned a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, criminal justice, nursing or a similar field who want to study criminal behavior. You will be prepared to critically think about legal issues and policies relating to criminality with an emphasis on protecting the community, rehabilitating offenders, providing restitution to victims and promoting crime awareness. Biological, genetic and chemical factors are factors in criminal behavior, and this forensic psychology program helps you understand society's role in fostering, preventing and solving criminal behavior in the future.
    Graduate Certificate of Completion in GeroPsychology
    Grand Canyon University's Graduate Certificate of Completion in Geropsychology is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, nursing, communications or a similar field. The program is designed for anyone wishing to use an advanced study of psychology to improve the lives and care of aging populations. Available through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, this geropsychology program allows you to use theories and research as influence toward positive changes in physical and mental health being carried out through our health care delivery system. Topics of study in the Graduate Certificate of Completion in Geropsychology program include assisting aging adults and their families with anxiety, depression and physical issues associated with the aging process. You also conduct research on physical and mental conditions related to aging such as dementia and Alzheimer's, and other effects placed upon the body and mind during the latter stages of the life cycle
    Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology
    Advance your understanding of the psychology of health and wellness by studying the influences on physical and mental well-being through our Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology. This program is an excellent supplement for those who have already earned a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, integrated health, nursing, counseling or related fields. Offered through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology can help you explore the relationship between mental, social and psychological environments that affect community health and wellness. Study biological and social factors that influence health and illness, learn ways to assist diverse individuals or groups to prevent illness and promote healthy behaviors.
    Graduate Certificate of Completion in Human Factors Psychology
    Integrating human behavior with engineering and technology is the core of Grand Canyon University's Graduate Certificate of Completion in Human Factors Psychology. Available through the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Graduate Certificate of Completion in Human Factors Psychology combines human interaction with our responses to technology. This study of human behavior through our psychological and cognitive experiences with technology can help optimize machine and system designs to improve user-friendly functions and safety. This certificate in human factors psychology builds upon knowledge gained through a previously earned master's degree in psychology. Explore theories and application of human factors psychology in daily life by understanding the minds processes of receiving and retaining information. In turn, this study and understanding of the human mind can translate to creating more human-friendly software and hardware designs.
    Graduate Certificate Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    The Graduate Certificate of Completion in Industrial and Organizational Psychology is a program designed for students who seek career advancement or higher academic exposure in the field of psychology. This graduate program in industrial and organization psychology is designed to deepen your understanding of psychology in the workplace, including the psychology behind employee behavior and how organizations function. You will gain effective consulting and management strategies to help achieve goals within an organization. You will explore the following five core competencies: -Foundational Principles of Psychology: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical perspectives and themes in psychology, as well as develop working knowledge of psychology's content domains. You will also understand numerous applications of psychology in various settings. -Social Relationships and Multicultural Perspectives Across the Lifespan: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of sociocultural factors and integrate and apply these factors to personal, professional and social contexts. You will also analyze and apply these concepts at national and global levels. -Research Methods: Ability to evaluate and select appropriate research methods, designs and statistics by analyzing the theoretical, ethical and methodological components used in conducting research. -Professional Skills/Development: Ability to demonstrate the capacity to thrive in various psychological professions. You will examine leadership proficiencies, including written and verbal communication, presentation ability and team building. You will also construct a roadmap for a future career in psychology. -Industrial Organizational Psychology: Techniques for increasing motivation and improving workplace performance, including human behaviors, conflict management strategies and factors contributing to the advancement of an organizations performance.
  • University of the Rockies
    Program Descriptions
    • MA Human Services - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    • MA Human Services - No Concentration
    • MA Psychology - Business Psychology Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Career Management and Counseling Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Educational Leadership Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Non-Profit Management Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Organizational Leadership Specialization
    • Master of Arts in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
    • Master of Arts in Psychology, General Psychology Specialization
    • Master of Arts in Psychology, Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization
    • PSYD - Business Psychology Specialization
    • PSYD - Criminology and Justice Studies
    • PSYD - Educational Leadership Specialization
    • PSYD - Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization
    • PSYD - Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization
    • PSYD - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    • PSYD - Non-Profit Management Specialization
    • PSYD - Organizational Leadership Specialization
    • PSYD - Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization
    • MA Psychology - Mediation Conflict and Resolution
    • MA Psychology - Mental Health Counseling
    • MA Psychology - No Concentration
    • MA Psychology - Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
    • PHD Human Services - No Concentration
    • PSYD - Health and Wellness Psychology
    • PSYD - Mediation and Conflict Resolution
    • PSYD - Clinical Specialization
    • Master of Arts in Human Development - No Concentration
    • Master of Arts in Public Sociology - No Concentration
    • Master of Arts in Human Development - Adult Development
    • Master of Arts in Human Development - Gerontology
    • Master of Arts in Public Sociology - Applied Sociology
    • Master of Arts in Public Sociology - Medical Sociology
    • MA Counseling: No Concentration
    • MA Counseling: Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
    • MA Counseling: Clinical Health Counseling
    MA Human Services - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    Contribute to the well-being of others when you earn your Master of Arts in Human Services, Mental Health Administration Specialization from University of the Rockies. This specialization includes courses on the application of best practices in the administration of mental-health organizations. Learn to navigate mental health organizations’ structure. Devise the most effective decision-making and problem-solving methods that can be used in a human-services setting. Discover what motivates personal change and how to maximize the potential for change and development. Enjoy courses in human service policy, administration, and leadership. Specialize in Mental Health Administration and make a difference in people’s lives.
    MA Human Services - No Concentration
    Serve a greater purpose. Earn your Master of Arts in Human Services at University of the Rockies. This degree program allows you to embody the values of the human service profession – its history, ethics, and professional standards. You will learn to guide the work of others while understanding the different values, goals, and lifestyles of service consumers and employees. Navigate the structure and operations of service organizations as you develop your own management skills, including grant-writing, planning, managing budgets. Learn to implement information systems and lead people. Your challenging courses include an integrative project, in which you apply your knowledge in a practical way to solve a human-service problem.
    MA Psychology - Business Psychology Specialization
    Apply psychology to management with your Master of Arts in Psychology, Business Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. This specialization focuses on the application of organizational psychology principles and theories in the management of teams and organizations, with an emphasis on nurturing diversity, teamwork, and ethical behavior. Through a wide variety of diverse courses, you will explore the depths of such subjects as creativity, breakthrough thinking, and human performance, and then apply your knowledge and skills to motivating people and making businesses more effective. Specialize in Business Psychology and take your place at the cutting edge of leadership and innovation.
    MA Psychology - Career Management and Counseling Specialization
    Pursue your Master of Arts in Psychology, Career Management and Counseling Specialization from University of the Rockies. Study how psychological research can impact career decision-making, job seeking, and career change. Acquire knowledge of the world of work and methods of acquiring occupational information. Your coursework allows you to assess job candidates’ performance and development as well as to demonstrate fundamentally ethical conduct. As a psychology discipline, Career Management and Counseling allows you to apply your knowledge of group dynamics and the cognitive bases of behavior to empower professionals in their careers.
    MA Psychology - Educational Leadership Specialization
    Pursue your Master of Arts in Psychology, Educational Leadership Specialization at University of the Rockies. Apply the science of psychology to leading educational programs, organizations, or departments. Study adult learning theory and instructional systems design. Evaluate the impact of social and cultural diversity in education. Assess human behavior, both normal and abnormal, and demonstrate your ability to facilitate learning, growth, and change. This degree is designed for those students who are not seeking certification credentials as a licensed public school teacher, administrator, or principal.
    MA Psychology - Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization
    Foster healthy organizations and workplace environments that thrive. Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. This specialization trains you to create a comprehensive wellness model to encourage the physical and psychological health of employees in an organization. Apply your knowledge to improve employees' stability and growth. Go beyond prevention and treatment to encourage thriving in all aspects of life. With courses in how to diagnose, develop, and measure wellness models, you gain the skills to support organizations and enhance wellbeing. Achieve balance when you specialize in health and wellness.
    MA Psychology - Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization
    Be a problem solver! Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization from University of the Rockies. Evaluate social and cultural causes of conflict in families, organizations, and communities, and assess potential tools for resolution. Discover the relationship between diversity and power in group dynamics. Learn the communication techniques you need to negotiate agreements and resolve disputes. Train yourself in the practice of making peace. Develop strategies to mediate conflicts and bring people together.
    MA Psychology - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    MA Psychology - Non-Profit Management Specialization
    MA Psychology - Organizational Leadership Specialization
    Enhance your knowledge of how organizations work with your Master of Arts in Psychology, Organizational Leadership Specialization from University of the Rockies. You will take courses from the fields of lifestyle and career development, organizational consulting, and leading organizational change, to name a few. You will also receive additional courses and training in organizational consulting, and leading organizational change. This program complements your professional expertise in operations, human resources, or marketing. Combine your experience with insights from psychology to assess performance and development.
    Master of Arts in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
    Secure your future with your Master of Arts in Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies Specialization at University of the Rockies. Follow an advanced track of courses and seminars in correctional philosophy, law enforcement, victimology, juvenile delinquency, and modern theories of crime. Study our nation’s legal system and the origins of law. Apply the principles of psychology to analyze and assess complex law enforcement strategies. Specialize in the psychology of criminal behavior, and contribute to a safer, more secure world.
    Master of Arts in Psychology, General Psychology Specialization
    Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, General Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. Build a solid foundation in the science of psychology, including psychometric theory, statistics, and research methodology, human development, learning theory, and behavior. This specialization for the non-practitioner is a good fit if you want to prepare for teaching psychology in a community college. Or you might progress into a doctoral program after earning some experience in research.
    Master of Arts in Psychology, Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization
    Energize yourself and others with your Master of Arts in Psychology, Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. This specialization compels you to develop comprehensive strategies to effect change as a coach and leader, both in sport and in human performance in general. Work with coaches, trainers, physical therapists, athletic trainers, amateur or professional athletes, and athletic management. The skills you learn could also work with business executives or anyone who wants to enhance performance. Through courses in human development, coaching, mind-body practices, and peak experience, you will inspire, motivate, and make people more effective. Achieve mastery when you specialize in sport and performance psychology.
    PSYD - Business Psychology Specialization
    Impact business performance with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Business Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. Maximize your influence over human resources in business organizations by applying best practices in ethics and diversity. Advanced seminars will train you in creativity, breakthrough thinking, and human performance. Specialize in business psychology and pioneer new ways of doing business in the global marketplace. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the MA in Psychology, Business Psychology specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Criminology and Justice Studies
    Be a practitioner with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Criminology and Justice Studies Specialization from University of the Rockies. Develop your expertise in criminal behavior and find real-world solutions. Explore how institutions process criminals through the correctional system, and learn to ensure due process. Distinguish between crimes and locate them within social and economic contexts. Discover proven methods to rehabilitate people, empowering them to return as productive members of society.
    PSYD - Educational Leadership Specialization
    Enhance your educational leadership potential with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Educational Leadership Specialization from University of the Rockies. Understand how human development and psychology influence education. Expand your educational leadership potential while designing and implementing instructional strategies. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Educational Leadership Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation. This degree is designed for those students who are not seeking certification credentials as a licensed public school teacher, administrator, or principal.
    PSYD - Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization
    Foster healthy organizations with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. Advance the physical and psychological health of an organization. Utilize your skills to enhance employees' nutrition, exercise, and work-life balance. Go beyond prevention and treatment to encourage thriving in all aspects of life. With advanced courses in how to diagnose, develop, and evaluate wellness models, you deepen your expertise at promoting healthy employee behavior. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization
    Learn the techniques that consultants use to avert confrontation with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization from University of the Rockies. Perfect your education when you compose a long-term plan for conflict resolution. Utilize systems theory and dynamic communications in real-world exercises. Advocate and defend mediation strategies. Apply your consulting skills and expertise to effect positive change in families and communities. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Mediation and Conflict Resolution specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Mental Health Administration Specialization
    Speak on behalf of mental health delivery systems with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Mental Health Administration Specialization from University of the Rockies. Through advanced seminars, you will train to advocate persuasively for new delivery methods. Enhance your leadership in the performance of large mental health organizations. Unleash your expertise to improve the quality of life for your fellow human beings. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Mental Health Administration Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Non-Profit Management Specialization
    Navigate the complex structures of non-profits with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Non-Profit Management Specialization from University of the Rockies. Anticipate strategic initiatives and change in non-profits. Design and analyze research to improve non-profits’ performance. Evaluate policies that are fundamental to the ethical practice of organizational psychology within the non-profit environment. You will also see the impact of diversity in non-profit organizations, including their missions, governance, and operations. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Non-Profit Management Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Organizational Leadership Specialization
    Understand motivation and persuasion with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Organizational Leadership Specialization from University of the Rockies. Expand your personal leadership potential with interventions that raise performance, improve relationships, enhance equity, and promote leadership. Exemplify exceptional ethical conduct, critical thinking, self-reflection, and respect for diversity. Your PsyD program delves deeper than the curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Organizational Leadership Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization
    Empower people and enhance human performance with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Sport and Performance Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. This degree program is the pinnacle of performance enhancement education. Create actualization, awareness, self-mastery, and peak experience for both teams and individuals. Through advanced seminars in mind-body practices, you will perfect the techniques to make people more effective. This program is not intended to prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional. Be your best when you specialize in sport and performance psychology.
    MA Psychology - Mediation Conflict and Resolution
    Be a problem solver! Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology, Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization from University of the Rockies. Evaluate social and cultural causes of conflict in families, organizations, and communities, and assess potential tools for resolution. Discover the relationship between diversity and power in group dynamics. Learn the communication techniques you need to negotiate agreements and resolve disputes. Train yourself in the practice of making peace. Develop strategies to mediate conflicts and bring people together.
    MA Psychology - Mental Health Counseling
    Provide counseling services and treatment with your Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Specialization from University of the Rockies in Denver or online. Study theoretical and applied psychology to understand child and adult psychopathology and treatment. Delve into theories of personality, physiological behavior, and diversity. Extend your range of professional ethics, research and statistics, and counseling techniques.
    MA Psychology - No Concentration
    Earn your Master of Arts in Psychology from University of the Rockies. Build a solid foundation in the science of psychology, including psychometric theory, statistics, and research methodology, human development, learning theory, and behavior. This specialization for the non-practitioner is a good fit if you want to prepare for teaching psychology in a community college. Or you might progress into a doctoral program after earning some experience in research.
    MA Psychology - Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
    Enhance your knowledge of human relationships with your Master of Arts in Counseling, Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling Specialization through University of the Rockies in Denver or online. Study theoretical and applied psychology to understand child and adult psychopathology and treatment, professional ethics, assessment and statistics, and counseling techniques. You will also complete training in therapy for couples, families, and children. You do not need to relocate or interrupt your career – you can pursue your dreams online or with a combination of evening and weekend classes.
    PHD Human Services - No Concentration
    Solve problems with your Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services from University of the Rockies. This advanced curriculum gives you the skills to provide for underserved populations, including those struggling with addiction, illness, or poverty. Investigate matters of social justice in human services organizations. Advocate on behalf of policies and practices that are proven to work. Design and implement strategies to build capacity and develop talent within a service organization. Complete advanced courses online. Your curriculum features a strong research component, and the program includes weekend in-residence workshops. You will reach the pinnacle of achievement when you research, write, and defend your dissertation.
    PSYD - Health and Wellness Psychology
    Foster healthy organizations with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization from University of the Rockies. Advance the physical and psychological health of an organization. Utilize your skills to enhance employees' nutrition, exercise, and work-life balance. Go beyond prevention and treatment to encourage thriving in all aspects of life. With advanced courses in how to diagnose, develop, and evaluate wellness models, you deepen your expertise at promoting healthy employee behavior. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Health and Wellness Psychology Specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through coursework. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Mediation and Conflict Resolution
    Learn the techniques that consultants use to avert confrontation with your Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Mediation and Conflict Resolution Specialization from University of the Rockies. Perfect your education when you compose a long-term plan for conflict resolution. Utilize systems theory and dynamic communications in real-world exercises. Advocate and defend mediation strategies. Apply your consulting skills and expertise to effect positive change in families and communities. Your PsyD program delves deeper than curriculum for the Master of Arts in Psychology, Mediation and Conflict Resolution specialization. This program includes a more extensive research component and broader applications through. The Doctor of Psychology further enriches your research through the process of proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation.
    PSYD - Clinical Specialization
    Achieve your ultimate academic goals with your Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Specialization, at University of the Rockies, located in Denver, Colorado. This degree prepares you to apply for licensure as a psychologist in certain states, which allows for independent practice as a major provider of mental health services. This degree follows the Practitioner-Scholar Model, training you to be a mental health practitioner first, and a scholar/scientist second. In this program, you are exposed to a broad range of therapeutic approaches and techniques. The program does not follow a singular theoretical model of therapy, but allows you to gain knowledge and skills across therapeutic approaches. You will complete coursework in psychological foundations, psychopathology, assessment, interventions, consultation, diversity, and research methods.
    Master of Arts in Human Development - No Concentration
    Earn your Master of Arts in Human Development at University of the Rockies. As the Baby Boomers enter retirement, today’s employers – notably those in health care and its related fields – will be looking for workers who have an understanding of the human life cycle and the communication skills to work with families and individuals dealing with difficult challenges. With courses that include Personality Development, Physical and Psychological Aspects of Aging, Human Sexuality, and Applied Research Methods, you can prepare yourself for a potential career working in such fields as senior and hospice care, counseling, or social services. The Master of Arts in Human Development is offered with two specializations: Gerontology and Adult Development.
    Master of Arts in Public Sociology - No Concentration
    Put the world under a microscope, and prepare yourself for a potential career confronting society’s greatest challenges with your Master of Arts in Public Sociology at University of the Rockies. Through numerous case studies of social behaviors, customs, and cultures, you will come to understand the roles of government, non-profit, and community organizations, while positing solutions to critical public issues. With your Master of Arts in Public Sociology, you may be able to pursue a career in health care, social services, public relations, or research. This degree program features two specializations: Applied Sociology and Medical Sociology, with courses that include Social Epidemiology, Social Psychology, Sociological Theory, and Grant Proposal Writing.
    Master of Arts in Human Development - Adult Development
    Enhance your credentials and take on the challenge of complex social issues with the Masters of Arts in Human Development, Adult Development specialization. Focusing on the developmental aspect that advances personal growth, students will apply the principles and theories of adult development to be a catalyst for personal empowerment and transformation.
    Master of Arts in Human Development - Gerontology
    Enhance your credentials and take on the challenge of complex social issues with the Masters of Arts in Human Development, Gerontology specialization. You will be asked to propose solutions to problems involving human sexuality, aging, and end-of-life decisions. Through multiple case studies, you will confront realistic death and dying scenarios and gain critical understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of aging .
    Master of Arts in Public Sociology - Applied Sociology
    Take your Master of Arts in Sociology further and enhance your credentials with a specialization in Applied Sociology. You will be prepared to put theory into practice to address a variety of social problems and policy concerns. The Applied Sociology specialization is ideal for you if you are interested in pursuing careers as managers, researchers, policy analysts, instructors, consultants, and service providers in a variety of organizations and settings.
    Master of Arts in Public Sociology - Medical Sociology
    Focusing your Master of Arts in Public Sociology degree with a Medical Sociology specialization will enhance your understanding of social factors that influence health and wellness. You will evaluate health patterns and the structure of health care organizations, and devise strategies to improve public health. This specialization also includes an overview of the grant writing process, a critical component of volunteer-based, educational, and public agencies tasked with combatting public health crises.
    MA Counseling: No Concentration
    MA Counseling: Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling
    Enhance your knowledge of human relationships with your Master of Arts in Counseling, Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling Specialization through University of the Rockies in Denver or online. Study theoretical and applied psychology to understand child and adult psychopathology and treatment, professional ethics, assessment and statistics, and counseling techniques. You will also complete training in therapy for couples, families, and children. You do not need to relocate or interrupt your career – you can pursue your dreams online or with a combination of evening and weekend classes.
    MA Counseling: Clinical Health Counseling
    Provide counseling services and treatment with your Master of Arts in Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Specialization from University of the Rockies in Denver or online. Study theoretical and applied psychology to understand child and adult psychopathology and treatment. Delve into theories of personality, physiological behavior, and diversity. Extend your range of professional ethics, research and statistics, and counseling techniques.

Additional Social Work Degree Facts for Pennsylvania Schools

Pennsylvania Schools offering online Social Work degrees

Online Social Work degrees are available at a variety of different schools with as many as 138 degrees earned at the most popular school. Read more below about all schools that have offered online Social Work degrees. If you are interested learning more about getting a degree online, check out our page dedicated to online degree information.

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School Name Certificate Associate's Bachelor's Master's Doctoral
Widener University-Main Campus 0 0 0 138 0
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania 0 0 0 75 0
How many Pennsylvania schools offer online Social Work degrees?
  • 2 Master's

What Social Work degree programs were earned in Pennsylvania?

Degree Level Program Length Colleges Graduates
Associate's 2-year Length 8 Colleges 114 Graduates
Bachelor's 4-year Length 34 Colleges 1,025 Graduates
Certificates < 1 year Length 2 Colleges 7 Graduates
Doctoral 1-2 year Length 4 Colleges 35 Graduates
Master's 1+ years Length 12 Colleges 1,225 Graduates
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