B.S. in Psychology - Psychology Applied to the Helping Professions Online Degree Information

	B.S. in Psychology - Psychology Applied to the Helping Professions
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Degree Title:	B.S. in Psychology - Psychology Applied to the Helping Professions
College:	Walden University
Description:	For those interested in professions like counseling or social work who want to gain knowledge in psychology or help prepare themselves for an advanced degree, the Psychology Applied to the Helping Professions concentration provides a foundation for advancement. Learn about psychological development at all stages of life. Study the most common psychological disorders and keys to effective diagnoses. Increase your abilities in research, statistics, and data analysis. Walden University's B.S. in Psychology program provides you with a broad understanding of psychology and its relevance in today's society. You will apply psychological theories to current issues in psychology as you gain perspective in three vitally important areas: social awareness, responsibility, and civic engagement; cross-cultural competence; and evidence-based decision-making in an information-rich world. Take up to 70 percent of your courses in psychology or choose elective courses from other majors.

Accreditation:	North Central Association (NCA) (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Bachelor (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 24 years old.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Schools and Colleges

Address:
650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Walden offers frequent start dates. Check with an Enrollment Advisor for details.

Credit-earning Options:
Transfer of credit varies by applicant.

Delivery Format: (?)
Online course structure with residency requirements for Ph.D. programs.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.

Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.

On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.

Loans Offered:
Walden offers Federal Financial Aid and Student loans. A full-service financial aid office offers assistance to students who need help funding their educational expenses.