The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Online Programs

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The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Online

What It’s Known For

The Chicago School is a not-for-profit, regionally accredited institution with more than 4,285 students at campuses across the country (Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.) and online. TCSPP has been an innovator in the field of psychology and related behavioral science for more than 30 years. TCSPP offers more than 20 degree programs and a wealth of opportunities for international experiences.

Unique Opportunities

The Chicago School offers a variety of online certificate, master's, and doctoral degree programs, allowing you to find a program that both fits your career goals and works with your schedule.

Online Masters Degrees include the M.A. in Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track and the M.A. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology: Applied Research Project Track.
Continuing education options include an Industrialist/Organizational Psychology Generalist Certificate.
Federal financial aid is available to eligible students.

Why We Love The Chicago School:

The Chicago School is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and is an active member of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology—which has recognized The Chicago School for its distinguished service and outstanding contributions to cultural diversity and advocacy. http://www.thechicagoschool.edu/why-us/accreditation/

Accreditation

The Chicago School is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and is an active member of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology—which has recognized The Chicago School for its distinguished service and outstanding contributions to cultural diversity and advocacy.http://www.thechicagoschool.edu/why-us/accreditation/

Campus Programs

Irvine, CA
- Master’s Degree Programs
  - 2 Year M.A. Clinical Psychology, MFT Specialization
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    The M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization program (MFT) prepares students to ethically and professionally address the psychological needs associated with all aspects of marital and family therapy. The program is tailored to give students a firm understanding of the development of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills necessary to work with a host of clinical populations. The program trains students to work with children, adults, and the elderly across varied circumstances and with many different emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and problems as they pertain to the marriage and family dynamic.
    
    The program provides students the opportunity to gain practical real world clinical and therapy experience based on the practitioner-scholar model of learning. This model is based on the belief that practitioners should have a broad spectrum of learning in scientific and theoretical principles, as well as hands-on training in order to effectively perform in an independent clinical setting.
    
    Graduates of the program receive the necessary training and clinical experience to receive proper licensure for independent practice at a master’s level as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  - M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization
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    The M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization program (MFT) prepares students to ethically and professionally address the psychological needs associated with all aspects of marital and family therapy. The program is tailored to give students a firm understanding of the development of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills necessary to work with a host of clinical populations. The program trains students to work with children, adults, and the elderly across varied circumstances and with many different emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and problems as they pertain to the marriage and family dynamic.
    
    The program provides students the opportunity to gain practical real world clinical and therapy experience based on the practitioner-scholar model of learning. This model is based on the belief that practitioners should have a broad spectrum of learning in scientific and theoretical principles, as well as hands-on training in order to effectively perform in an independent clinical setting.
    
    Graduates of the program receive the necessary training and clinical experience to receive proper licensure for independent practice at a master’s level as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology
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    Graduates of the M.A. Forensic Psychology program have a wide variety of opportunities to utilize their skills and knowledge of psychology as it relates to a host of legal situations, mental health challenges, and other specialties. Students in the program gain understanding and knowledge of how to deal with situations and issues such as juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, child custody, domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, victimology, insanity, and the competency to stand trial. In addition, graduates learn how to do violence and risk assessments, understand the psychology and treatment of sex offenders, and to provide expert testimony in association with all of these subjects.
    
    The school’s proximity to key agencies important to the study of Forensic Psychology allows students a prime opportunity to take advantage of organizations such as the FBI, NCIS, Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Virginia Department of Corrections. The program, through community partnerships, integrates the knowledge and experience of working with these institutions via site visits, courtroom observations, field research, internships, and by providing opportunities to hear distinguished speakers.
    
    The M.A. Forensic Psychology program also provides a variety of applied learning experiences other schools are rarely able to offer. Graduates will learn how to pursue a career and practice Forensic Psychology with all the tools, knowledge, research skills, and ethical understanding necessary to be successful in the field.
  - M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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    Industrial and organizational companies often rely on trained industry psychology professionals to rise above their competition. Professionals with the proper training and understanding are in high demand. The need is greater than ever for psychologists who can identify the motivations behind individuals and teams in an effort to meet or exceed organizational goals.
    
    The M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program offers students the opportunity to study a variety of applied coursework topics. Students will study personnel selection, performance appraisal, training, leadership, and motivation.
    
    The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology internship and thesis Master’s program gives graduates the knowledge and skillset to apply the principles of business and its related psychology to help organizations and individuals succeed together. The program offers exceptional theoretical classroom training coupled with opportunities for students to experience a wide range of real world learning experiences.
    
    The faculty for the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program consists of individuals with real world business and psychological experience. Faculty members have a wide and diverse variety of experience and knowledge for cross-discipline education, which is necessary for realizing the full potential of the conceptualization of business psychology. The program boasts distinguished faculty members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and degrees in the Industrial and Organizational industry as it relates to psychology and business, as well a clinical psychology, and organizational development. By blending the faculty’s unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experiences, the program offers a multidisciplinary approach to fully integrate learning across the spectrum of the field.
  - M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Philosophy, science, and behavior analysis ... if these subjects interest you, then the Chicago School’s M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program may be right for you. The completion of this program can provide a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis, which is a growing field.
    
    Knowledgeable faculty will guide students through coursework and specialties that include:
    
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Precision teaching
    
    The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program will allow graduates to serve diverse populations residentially, scholastically, and in a community setting. Graduates may find themselves working with those who may not have a specific diagnosis, such as children in regular courses and teachers simply looking to be more effectual. However, they may also work with those who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral problems, autism, or geriatric conditions.
    
    The Advanced Research Project in the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program is for those who are interested in completing specific research or want to go on to obtain their Ph.D.
    
    Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) will meet the educational requirements upon completion. However, graduates will need to pass the exam and complete the application process to become certified analysts.
- Doctorate
  - Ph.D. Organizational Leadership
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    Over the past few decades, businesses from small community stores to Fortune 500 companies, have come to realize the value of having an experienced leader who inspires employees to work effectively toward a vision and to achieve goals. The Ph.D. Organizational Leadership degree offers individuals the knowledge and tools to become a visionary and values-based leader.
    
    This program prepares students to be the next generation of leaders by focusing on coursework in human diversity and ethics, research strategies, strategic change management, team building, and organizational interventions. This work, in addition to learning interpersonal dynamics, leadership methodologies, and a range of related and applicable electives, creates the knowledge base to help graduates realize their career goals.
  - Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology
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    The Chicago School’s Applied Clinical Psychology Doctoral program teach students about directive, non-directive, and systematic approaches.
    
    Students can expect to become proficient in essential diagnostics, therapeutic, and consultative approaches, as well as gain an in-depth understanding of psychodynamic theory and a diverse range of clinical applications. They will be equipped with knowledge in clinical psychology theory, research, and practice that will provide opportunities for them to serve in educational and clinical settings as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program provides graduates the highest degree for a practicing clinician, and is based in a practitioner-scholar model of training. The program delivers students broad and thorough knowledge of scientific and theoretical clinical psychology principles, useful in a wide variety of settings for treating multiple disorders across diverse populations while offering multiple concentration specialties. Concentrations include: Child and Adolescent Psychology, International/Multicultural Psychology, Forensic Psychology, and General Clinical Psychology.
    
    Through the Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology program, graduates are trained to conduct advanced clinical interviews and psychological testing as well as perform consulting and collaboration with physicians and other professionals. Students are trained in providing multiple forms of therapy for treating mental illnesses, behavioral problems, and emotional distress. Graduates will be qualified, legally and clinically, to act as a senior administrator and/or lead practitioner in educational and clinical settings.
    
    Midway through the program, a Master’s degree may be awarded to students via a petition after completing 50 hours of coursework and three semesters of practicum. Upon completion of all coursework, a comprehensive exam, completion of a dissertation, and a pre-doctoral internship, graduates will be prepared to offer their services should they pass all licensure examinations and complete state-mandated post-doctoral residency requirements. Control of requirements for taking and passing certification and licensing exams are handled by outside agencies and are subject to change without notice.
  - Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy
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    Pre-licensed and licensed master’s-level mental health professionals who want to advance in their careers and take advantage of leadership opportunities that a doctoral degree provides should consider the Chicago School’s Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy program at our Los Angeles campus.
    
    With courses like Community Clinical and Agency Management and Advanced Family Systems Theories, students have the opportunity to marry business skills and a deeper understanding of psychological principles. Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy coursework covers topics such as:
    
    Agency management
    Grant writing
    Advanced clinical principles
    Program development
    Teaching in higher education
    
    For those interested in pursuing an academic career, an optional teaching apprentice program is available for qualified students, which provides the opportunity to teach classes in the Los Angeles master’s program.
    
    Students also write an applied research dissertation that includes topic options like program development or evaluation, and grant writing.
    
    Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy graduates will become experts in theory, assessment, applied research, teaching and administration, and will be prepared to serve as senior leaders or administrators in educational and clinical environments.
Washington, DC
- Master’s Degree Programs
  - Dual Degree: MA Counseling Psychology and MS Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Our Dual Degree: M.A. Counseling Psychology/M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program offers the opportunity for students to pursue multiple credentials, including licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®). Offering a solid foundation in behavior analysis, as well as providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills, this dual master’s program will help graduates develop a unique skill set that can position them as leaders in the field of psychology.
    
    The Chicago School’s M.A. Counseling Psychology program incorporates the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors. Graduates will have met the degree and coursework requirements to be eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois. Through The Chicago School’s M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis program, students will learn how to use modern technology to bring about socially significant behavioral changes through data-based decision making and program development.
    
    This master’s in science program meets the degree, coursework, and supervised experience requirements to be eligible for certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®).
  - Ed.S. School Psychology
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    An Ed.S. School Psychology degree provides the education and tools a graduate needs to fill the increasingly varied roles of the modern day school psychologist. Through this program, students will be trained to become well-rounded, versatile, and knowledgeable Education Specialists (Ed.S.) for a variety of educational settings. School psychologists’ primary responsibilities are to assist students, teachers, administrators, and parents in dealing with a variety of mental challenges and situational problems. A specialist will help individuals overcome obstacles to learning and personal development which may include, but are not limited to, family disruptions, mental health issues, disabilities, and inadequate exposure to instruction due to medical issues, poor attendance, etc., as well as academic difficulties.
    
    Through the Ed.D. Psychology program, graduates will be ready to pursue and enter the psychology field upon completion of all necessary exams and licensing requirements.
  - M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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    Graduates of the M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program leave prepared to provide high-quality mental health services to a diverse population, in a variety of community settings. This 60 credit hour counselor education-training program covers topics including theories, research, ethics, evaluation, diagnosis, career assessment, and counseling interventions. It also incorporates the thirteen content areas required by the State of Illinois for licensure, and the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) to prepare those students seeking professional counselor licensure.
    Supervised clinical training provides the students of the Chicago School’s M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with opportunities to put theory into practice in real-world settings. This unique experience allows students to gain the confidence necessary to counsel individuals, families, couples and groups, and help them work through a wide variety of mental health and emotional issues including: Depression and suicidal impulses; Anxiety; Relationship difficulties; Grief and loss; Low self-esteem and Stress.
  - M.A. Counseling Psychology
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    Students in the M.A. in Counseling Psychology program receive a solid foundation in the principles and practices of clinical psychology. They develop essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consulting skills needed for a wide variety of clinical populations and emotional and psychological conditions. The curriculum teaches students the ethics and professional guidelines of counseling services and clinical psychology practice in correlation with developing an in-depth knowledge of theoretical frameworks and scientific bases. They will also learn the importance of understanding how diversity and cultural differences or issues impact the mental health field.
    
    The M.A. Counseling Psychology program provides hands-on work and multicultural education, which are integrated throughout the program course material. Additionally, students can choose from a variety of concentrations to meet the needs or desires of their educational and professional goals.
    
    The curriculum prepares graduates for licensure in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware by incorporating the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology
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    Graduates of the M.A. Forensic Psychology program have a wide variety of opportunities to utilize their skills and knowledge of psychology as it relates to a host of legal situations, mental health challenges, and other specialties. Students in the program gain understanding and knowledge of how to deal with situations and issues such as juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, child custody, domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, victimology, insanity, and the competency to stand trial. In addition, graduates learn how to do violence and risk assessments, understand the psychology and treatment of sex offenders, and to provide expert testimony in association with all of these subjects.
    
    The school’s proximity to key agencies important to the study of Forensic Psychology allows students a prime opportunity to take advantage of organizations such as the FBI, NCIS, Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Virginia Department of Corrections. The program, through community partnerships, integrates the knowledge and experience of working with these institutions via site visits, courtroom observations, field research, internships, and by providing opportunities to hear distinguished speakers.
    
    The M.A. Forensic Psychology program also provides a variety of applied learning experiences other schools are rarely able to offer. Graduates will learn how to pursue a career and practice Forensic Psychology with all the tools, knowledge, research skills, and ethical understanding necessary to be successful in the field.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    To ensure that students are able to complete the program in 2 years for full-time or 4 years for part-time, the prescribed courses will apply to both programs’ degree requirements.
    Forensic Psychology
    
    The field of forensic psychology can encompass many fields inside of the legal system—including corrections. Students in the M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track and Master of Legal Studies program will be guided by practicing faculty as they examine how to assess the mental health of offenders, victims, law enforcement officials, and military personnel.
    Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.)
    
    M.L.S. programs help students establish a strong foundation in law and help build practical communication skills. Gaining the experience necessary to navigate the areas where law and other fields intersect, graduates will be prepared to enter into fields including:
        Business
        Education
        Health care
        Human resources
        Law enforcement
  - M.A. Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Internship Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    
    In the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology (I/O) program, students will examine workplace performance and efficiency and ways in which to improve. Including diagnostic and consultative skills, students will design and implement assessment centers and 360-degree feedback tools.
    
    Master of Legal Studies
    
    The entirely online Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) degree program examines the fundamentals of law—paying particular attention to where the legal field intersects with business needs. Law-related challenges arise in nearly every field, and students in this M.L.S. program will learn to navigate those challenges and effectively communication their implications to stakeholders. The M.L.S. program does not qualify graduates to sit for California’s Bar Examination, nor does it satisfy requirements for admission to practice law in California.
  - M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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    Industrial and organizational companies often rely on trained industry psychology professionals to rise above their competition. Professionals with the proper training and understanding are in high demand. The need is greater than ever for psychologists who can identify the motivations behind individuals and teams in an effort to meet or exceed organizational goals.
    
    The M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program offers students the opportunity to study a variety of applied coursework topics. Students will study personnel selection, performance appraisal, training, leadership, and motivation.
    
    The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology internship and thesis Master’s program gives graduates the knowledge and skillset to apply the principles of business and its related psychology to help organizations and individuals succeed together. The program offers exceptional theoretical classroom training coupled with opportunities for students to experience a wide range of real world learning experiences.
    
    The faculty for the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program consists of individuals with real world business and psychological experience. Faculty members have a wide and diverse variety of experience and knowledge for cross-discipline education, which is necessary for realizing the full potential of the conceptualization of business psychology. The program boasts distinguished faculty members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and degrees in the Industrial and Organizational industry as it relates to psychology and business, as well a clinical psychology, and organizational development. By blending the faculty’s unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experiences, the program offers a multidisciplinary approach to fully integrate learning across the spectrum of the field.
  - M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Philosophy, science, and behavior analysis ... if these subjects interest you, then the Chicago School’s M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program may be right for you. The completion of this program can provide a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis, which is a growing field.
    
    Knowledgeable faculty will guide students through coursework and specialties that include:
    
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Precision teaching
    
    The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program will allow graduates to serve diverse populations residentially, scholastically, and in a community setting. Graduates may find themselves working with those who may not have a specific diagnosis, such as children in regular courses and teachers simply looking to be more effectual. However, they may also work with those who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral problems, autism, or geriatric conditions.
    
    The Advanced Research Project in the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program is for those who are interested in completing specific research or want to go on to obtain their Ph.D.
    
    Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) will meet the educational requirements upon completion. However, graduates will need to pass the exam and complete the application process to become certified analysts.
- Doctorate
  - Ph.D. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Students enrolled in The Chicago School's Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis program will receive a solid education in the experimental analysis of behavior, applied behavior analysis, and fundamental behaviorism. Upon graduation, students will be eligible to complete the Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification.
    The Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis program boasts experienced and well informed faculty in the field. Students will receive an education in a number of applications and specialties, including:
    Precision teaching
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Through coursework and reading, students will be knowledgeable in analytics theory, research, and practice. Graduates will be able to pursue a career in:
    Education
    Business
    Academia
    Nonprofit
    Government
    Service delivery
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track
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    The Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track degree is a post-master’s doctorate program. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to excel.
    
    The doctoral curriculum provides experiences in clinical and organizational psychology integrated with business courses. This combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups. The program has created a careful mix of research skills, psychological theory, and business acumen to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track
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    Students of the Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track program graduate ready for an interesting and expanding career field as a doctoral psychologist. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or any other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to succeed and excel.
    
    During the first two years of the program, students will earn an M.A. degree in the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program, which acts as a fundamental base for the doctorate information.
    
    The school provides a unique blend of doctoral curriculum experiences in clinical and industrial or organizational psychology, which are paired and integrated with business courses. This special combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups in the I/O field. The program has created a carefully crafted mix of research skills with psychological theory to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. International Psychology
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    The Ph.D. International Psychology degree, the first of its kind in the nation, is tailored for individuals with a passion for psychology as it relates to a global dynamic. Graduates learn leadership skills, training, and psychology with the intention of assuming roles within multinational organizations or companies who operate internationally. The program maintains a vision of empowering students and faculty as advocates for international psychology initiatives.
    
    Graduates of the program enter the field with a solid base in expert research and program evaluation skills combined with a deep understanding of the relations of individuals and groups as they relate to global events. These tools prepare graduates to effectively apply psychological principles to individuals, groups, and organizations across the world, as well as teaching others how to evaluate, implement, and collaborate across a variety of cultural diversities with those principles.
    
    The curriculum has a core focus on giving students a firm foundation in the field of international psychological study. The program offers two concentrations within the field and encourages students to choose which aligns most closely with their personal interests and career goals. The concentrations are Organizations and Systems or Trauma services.
    
    Students work together with faculty mentors on an individual basis to receive guidance on career options and international networking opportunities. With the mentorship in the Ph.D. International Psychology program, students gain opportunities to engage in scholarly activities such as presentations and publications that would otherwise be difficult to experience.
  - Ph.D. Organizational Leadership
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    Over the past few decades, businesses from small community stores to Fortune 500 companies, have come to realize the value of having an experienced leader who inspires employees to work effectively toward a vision and to achieve goals. The Ph.D. Organizational Leadership degree offers individuals the knowledge and tools to become a visionary and values-based leader.
    
    This program prepares students to be the next generation of leaders by focusing on coursework in human diversity and ethics, research strategies, strategic change management, team building, and organizational interventions. This work, in addition to learning interpersonal dynamics, leadership methodologies, and a range of related and applicable electives, creates the knowledge base to help graduates realize their career goals.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology is the highest doctorate degree available for those who wish to become practicing clinicians. In the program, students will be expertly trained in a wide variety of theories, tools, and intervention techniques used for treating clients who’ve experienced severe trauma or suffer from mental illness. Students will conduct psychological testing and clinical interviews to create treatment plans for use in consulting and collaborating with physicians and other professionals. Through this process they will learn to provide multiple forms of therapy for treating clients with mental illness, behavioral problems, or emotional distress.
    
    Students of the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program are put through rigorous coursework to develop essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consulting skills. Additionally, students are put must complete a practicum, internship, and a dissertation. By completing the doctorate program, graduates will have the ability to accurately and expertly provide psychological help in clinical settings, perform research, and collaborate with colleagues and other professionals. Graduates will obtain the necessary knowledge, theory, and training to act as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators in clinical and educational settings.
    
    Clinical training hours and requirements for the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program can be completed at one of the school’s community counseling centers or at two of southern California’s largest and most prestigious community centers for counseling. Through coursework, students will be provided with in-depth knowledge into marketing and operational practices to help run a private practice. They will learn to provide excellent individual and group psychotherapy services, and will ultimately make connections, develop critical clinical skills, and be prepared to pass required licensing and exam requirements so they can launch successful careers as licensed clinical psychologists. Outside agencies control requirements for certification and licensing exams and are subject to change without notice.
- Certificate
  - Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
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    The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis helps students master Applied Behavior Analysis principles, which are known as one of the most effective evidence-based treatments for autism.
    
    An education provided by experienced and knowledgeable faculty members provides students with the chance to get to know more about the field and develop the strategies needed to take on challenges in the real world. This online certification program in Applied Behavior Analysis may be applied in various industries and environments, including:
    
    Public and private special and regular education programs
    Business and industry (teaching job skills, improving job performance, satisfaction and safety)
    Residential and day treatment facilities
    Parent training
    Home, school, and business consulting
    Skills acquisition and habit reduction
    Sports/fitness
    Gerontology
    Traumatic brain injury
    Quality of life enhancements
    
    Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam.
Chicago, IL
- Master’s Degree Programs
  - Dual Degree: MA Counseling Psychology and MS Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Our Dual Degree: M.A. Counseling Psychology/M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program offers the opportunity for students to pursue multiple credentials, including licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®). Offering a solid foundation in behavior analysis, as well as providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills, this dual master’s program will help graduates develop a unique skill set that can position them as leaders in the field of psychology.
    
    The Chicago School’s M.A. Counseling Psychology program incorporates the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors. Graduates will have met the degree and coursework requirements to be eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois. Through The Chicago School’s M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis program, students will learn how to use modern technology to bring about socially significant behavioral changes through data-based decision making and program development.
    
    This master’s in science program meets the degree, coursework, and supervised experience requirements to be eligible for certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®).
  - Ed.S. School Psychology
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    An Ed.S. School Psychology degree provides the education and tools a graduate needs to fill the increasingly varied roles of the modern day school psychologist. Through this program, students will be trained to become well-rounded, versatile, and knowledgeable Education Specialists (Ed.S.) for a variety of educational settings. School psychologists’ primary responsibilities are to assist students, teachers, administrators, and parents in dealing with a variety of mental challenges and situational problems. A specialist will help individuals overcome obstacles to learning and personal development which may include, but are not limited to, family disruptions, mental health issues, disabilities, and inadequate exposure to instruction due to medical issues, poor attendance, etc., as well as academic difficulties.
    
    Through the Ed.D. Psychology program, graduates will be ready to pursue and enter the psychology field upon completion of all necessary exams and licensing requirements.
  - M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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    Graduates of the M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program leave prepared to provide high-quality mental health services to a diverse population, in a variety of community settings. This 60 credit hour counselor education-training program covers topics including theories, research, ethics, evaluation, diagnosis, career assessment, and counseling interventions. It also incorporates the thirteen content areas required by the State of Illinois for licensure, and the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) to prepare those students seeking professional counselor licensure.
    Supervised clinical training provides the students of the Chicago School’s M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with opportunities to put theory into practice in real-world settings. This unique experience allows students to gain the confidence necessary to counsel individuals, families, couples and groups, and help them work through a wide variety of mental health and emotional issues including: Depression and suicidal impulses; Anxiety; Relationship difficulties; Grief and loss; Low self-esteem and Stress.
  - M.A. Counseling Psychology
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    Students in the M.A. in Counseling Psychology program receive a solid foundation in the principles and practices of clinical psychology. They develop essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consulting skills needed for a wide variety of clinical populations and emotional and psychological conditions. The curriculum teaches students the ethics and professional guidelines of counseling services and clinical psychology practice in correlation with developing an in-depth knowledge of theoretical frameworks and scientific bases. They will also learn the importance of understanding how diversity and cultural differences or issues impact the mental health field.
    
    The M.A. Counseling Psychology program provides hands-on work and multicultural education, which are integrated throughout the program course material. Additionally, students can choose from a variety of concentrations to meet the needs or desires of their educational and professional goals.
    
    The curriculum prepares graduates for licensure in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware by incorporating the eight content areas outlined by the National Board of Certified Counselors.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology
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    Graduates of the M.A. Forensic Psychology program have a wide variety of opportunities to utilize their skills and knowledge of psychology as it relates to a host of legal situations, mental health challenges, and other specialties. Students in the program gain understanding and knowledge of how to deal with situations and issues such as juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, child custody, domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, victimology, insanity, and the competency to stand trial. In addition, graduates learn how to do violence and risk assessments, understand the psychology and treatment of sex offenders, and to provide expert testimony in association with all of these subjects.
    
    The school’s proximity to key agencies important to the study of Forensic Psychology allows students a prime opportunity to take advantage of organizations such as the FBI, NCIS, Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Virginia Department of Corrections. The program, through community partnerships, integrates the knowledge and experience of working with these institutions via site visits, courtroom observations, field research, internships, and by providing opportunities to hear distinguished speakers.
    
    The M.A. Forensic Psychology program also provides a variety of applied learning experiences other schools are rarely able to offer. Graduates will learn how to pursue a career and practice Forensic Psychology with all the tools, knowledge, research skills, and ethical understanding necessary to be successful in the field.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    To ensure that students are able to complete the program in 2 years for full-time or 4 years for part-time, the prescribed courses will apply to both programs’ degree requirements.
    Forensic Psychology
    
    The field of forensic psychology can encompass many fields inside of the legal system—including corrections. Students in the M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track and Master of Legal Studies program will be guided by practicing faculty as they examine how to assess the mental health of offenders, victims, law enforcement officials, and military personnel.
    Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.)
    
    M.L.S. programs help students establish a strong foundation in law and help build practical communication skills. Gaining the experience necessary to navigate the areas where law and other fields intersect, graduates will be prepared to enter into fields including:
        Business
        Education
        Health care
        Human resources
        Law enforcement
  - M.A. Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Internship Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    
    In the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology (I/O) program, students will examine workplace performance and efficiency and ways in which to improve. Including diagnostic and consultative skills, students will design and implement assessment centers and 360-degree feedback tools.
    
    Master of Legal Studies
    
    The entirely online Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) degree program examines the fundamentals of law—paying particular attention to where the legal field intersects with business needs. Law-related challenges arise in nearly every field, and students in this M.L.S. program will learn to navigate those challenges and effectively communication their implications to stakeholders. The M.L.S. program does not qualify graduates to sit for California’s Bar Examination, nor does it satisfy requirements for admission to practice law in California.
  - M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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    Industrial and organizational companies often rely on trained industry psychology professionals to rise above their competition. Professionals with the proper training and understanding are in high demand. The need is greater than ever for psychologists who can identify the motivations behind individuals and teams in an effort to meet or exceed organizational goals.
    
    The M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program offers students the opportunity to study a variety of applied coursework topics. Students will study personnel selection, performance appraisal, training, leadership, and motivation.
    
    The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology internship and thesis Master’s program gives graduates the knowledge and skillset to apply the principles of business and its related psychology to help organizations and individuals succeed together. The program offers exceptional theoretical classroom training coupled with opportunities for students to experience a wide range of real world learning experiences.
    
    The faculty for the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program consists of individuals with real world business and psychological experience. Faculty members have a wide and diverse variety of experience and knowledge for cross-discipline education, which is necessary for realizing the full potential of the conceptualization of business psychology. The program boasts distinguished faculty members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and degrees in the Industrial and Organizational industry as it relates to psychology and business, as well a clinical psychology, and organizational development. By blending the faculty’s unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experiences, the program offers a multidisciplinary approach to fully integrate learning across the spectrum of the field.
  - M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Philosophy, science, and behavior analysis ... if these subjects interest you, then the Chicago School’s M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program may be right for you. The completion of this program can provide a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis, which is a growing field.
    
    Knowledgeable faculty will guide students through coursework and specialties that include:
    
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Precision teaching
    
    The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program will allow graduates to serve diverse populations residentially, scholastically, and in a community setting. Graduates may find themselves working with those who may not have a specific diagnosis, such as children in regular courses and teachers simply looking to be more effectual. However, they may also work with those who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral problems, autism, or geriatric conditions.
    
    The Advanced Research Project in the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program is for those who are interested in completing specific research or want to go on to obtain their Ph.D.
    
    Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) will meet the educational requirements upon completion. However, graduates will need to pass the exam and complete the application process to become certified analysts.
- Doctorate
  - Ph.D. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Students enrolled in The Chicago School's Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis program will receive a solid education in the experimental analysis of behavior, applied behavior analysis, and fundamental behaviorism. Upon graduation, students will be eligible to complete the Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification.
    The Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis program boasts experienced and well informed faculty in the field. Students will receive an education in a number of applications and specialties, including:
    Precision teaching
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Through coursework and reading, students will be knowledgeable in analytics theory, research, and practice. Graduates will be able to pursue a career in:
    Education
    Business
    Academia
    Nonprofit
    Government
    Service delivery
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track
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    The Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track degree is a post-master’s doctorate program. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to excel.
    
    The doctoral curriculum provides experiences in clinical and organizational psychology integrated with business courses. This combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups. The program has created a careful mix of research skills, psychological theory, and business acumen to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track
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    Students of the Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track program graduate ready for an interesting and expanding career field as a doctoral psychologist. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or any other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to succeed and excel.
    
    During the first two years of the program, students will earn an M.A. degree in the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program, which acts as a fundamental base for the doctorate information.
    
    The school provides a unique blend of doctoral curriculum experiences in clinical and industrial or organizational psychology, which are paired and integrated with business courses. This special combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups in the I/O field. The program has created a carefully crafted mix of research skills with psychological theory to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. Counselor Education and Supervision
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    Post-master's licensed counselors in the Chicago School’s Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision program have the distinct privilege of being guided by distinguished faculty who are leaders in the field of counseling. These experts aid students as they conduct qualitative and quantitative research to build a strong foundation in the research, practical, and theoretical areas of counseling.
    
    Graduates of the Chicago School’s Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision have practicum and internship opportunities, including:
    
    Apprentice educators
    Advanced supervisors
    Program evaluators
    Researchers
    
    They will also be prepared to become educators, supervisors, and senior administrators. Other optional roles in the educational and community settings include:
    
    Teach as core faculty or as adjunct faculty in counseling programs
    Supervising beginning counselors
    Conducting applied research within a range of counseling settings and populations
    Developing graduate level teaching content
  - Ph.D. Organizational Leadership
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    Over the past few decades, businesses from small community stores to Fortune 500 companies, have come to realize the value of having an experienced leader who inspires employees to work effectively toward a vision and to achieve goals. The Ph.D. Organizational Leadership degree offers individuals the knowledge and tools to become a visionary and values-based leader.
    
    This program prepares students to be the next generation of leaders by focusing on coursework in human diversity and ethics, research strategies, strategic change management, team building, and organizational interventions. This work, in addition to learning interpersonal dynamics, leadership methodologies, and a range of related and applicable electives, creates the knowledge base to help graduates realize their career goals.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program provides graduates the highest degree for a practicing clinician, and is based in a practitioner-scholar model of training. The program delivers students broad and thorough knowledge of scientific and theoretical clinical psychology principles, useful in a wide variety of settings for treating multiple disorders across diverse populations while offering multiple concentration specialties. Concentrations include: Child and Adolescent Psychology, International/Multicultural Psychology, Forensic Psychology, and General Clinical Psychology.
    
    Through the Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology program, graduates are trained to conduct advanced clinical interviews and psychological testing as well as perform consulting and collaboration with physicians and other professionals. Students are trained in providing multiple forms of therapy for treating mental illnesses, behavioral problems, and emotional distress. Graduates will be qualified, legally and clinically, to act as a senior administrator and/or lead practitioner in educational and clinical settings.
    
    Midway through the program, a Master’s degree may be awarded to students via a petition after completing 50 hours of coursework and three semesters of practicum. Upon completion of all coursework, a comprehensive exam, completion of a dissertation, and a pre-doctoral internship, graduates will be prepared to offer their services should they pass all licensure examinations and complete state-mandated post-doctoral residency requirements. Control of requirements for taking and passing certification and licensing exams are handled by outside agencies and are subject to change without notice.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology is the highest doctorate degree available for those who wish to become practicing clinicians. In the program, students will be expertly trained in a wide variety of theories, tools, and intervention techniques used for treating clients who’ve experienced severe trauma or suffer from mental illness. Students will conduct psychological testing and clinical interviews to create treatment plans for use in consulting and collaborating with physicians and other professionals. Through this process they will learn to provide multiple forms of therapy for treating clients with mental illness, behavioral problems, or emotional distress.
    
    Students of the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program are put through rigorous coursework to develop essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consulting skills. Additionally, students are put must complete a practicum, internship, and a dissertation. By completing the doctorate program, graduates will have the ability to accurately and expertly provide psychological help in clinical settings, perform research, and collaborate with colleagues and other professionals. Graduates will obtain the necessary knowledge, theory, and training to act as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators in clinical and educational settings.
    
    Clinical training hours and requirements for the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program can be completed at one of the school’s community counseling centers or at two of southern California’s largest and most prestigious community centers for counseling. Through coursework, students will be provided with in-depth knowledge into marketing and operational practices to help run a private practice. They will learn to provide excellent individual and group psychotherapy services, and will ultimately make connections, develop critical clinical skills, and be prepared to pass required licensing and exam requirements so they can launch successful careers as licensed clinical psychologists. Outside agencies control requirements for certification and licensing exams and are subject to change without notice.
  - Psy.D. School Psychology
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    Equipping practitioners to address the social and emotional needs of students, the Psy.D. School Psychology degree prepares students for licensure as School Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists in the State of Illinois. Combining our NASP-approved Ed.S. School Psychology curriculum with additional coursework, internship, and dissertation requirements—this 100-credit, Psy.D. School Psychology program prepares graduates for clinical practice with a doctorate degree in psychology.
    
    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Employment of psychologists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2012 to 2022, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job prospects should be best for those who have a doctoral degree in an applied specialty and those with a specialist or doctoral degree in school psychology.”
- Certificate
  - Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
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    The Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis helps students master Applied Behavior Analysis principles, which are known as one of the most effective evidence-based treatments for autism.
    
    An education provided by experienced and knowledgeable faculty members provides students with the chance to get to know more about the field and develop the strategies needed to take on challenges in the real world. This online certification program in Applied Behavior Analysis may be applied in various industries and environments, including:
    
    Public and private special and regular education programs
    Business and industry (teaching job skills, improving job performance, satisfaction and safety)
    Residential and day treatment facilities
    Parent training
    Home, school, and business consulting
    Skills acquisition and habit reduction
    Sports/fitness
    Gerontology
    Traumatic brain injury
    Quality of life enhancements
    
    Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam.
Los Angeles, CA
- Bachelor’s Degree Programs
  - B.A. Psychology
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    The Chicago School's online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program provides students with the opportunity to pursue their undergraduate degree at one of the nation's leading institutions dedicated to the study of psychology and behavioral health via a flexible online program that does not interfere with employment or family commitments. Graduates from our online B.A in Psychology program are equipped with a broad foundation in research skills, problem solving, decision making, communication, and critical thinking, preparing them to pursue a variety of career options and serve in a wide range of professional contexts in a changing global economy.
- Master’s Degree Programs
  - 2 Year M.A. Clinical Psychology, MFT Specialization
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    The M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization program (MFT) prepares students to ethically and professionally address the psychological needs associated with all aspects of marital and family therapy. The program is tailored to give students a firm understanding of the development of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills necessary to work with a host of clinical populations. The program trains students to work with children, adults, and the elderly across varied circumstances and with many different emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and problems as they pertain to the marriage and family dynamic.
    
    The program provides students the opportunity to gain practical real world clinical and therapy experience based on the practitioner-scholar model of learning. This model is based on the belief that practitioners should have a broad spectrum of learning in scientific and theoretical principles, as well as hands-on training in order to effectively perform in an independent clinical setting.
    
    Graduates of the program receive the necessary training and clinical experience to receive proper licensure for independent practice at a master’s level as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  - M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization
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    The M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization program (MFT) prepares students to ethically and professionally address the psychological needs associated with all aspects of marital and family therapy. The program is tailored to give students a firm understanding of the development of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills necessary to work with a host of clinical populations. The program trains students to work with children, adults, and the elderly across varied circumstances and with many different emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and problems as they pertain to the marriage and family dynamic.
    
    The program provides students the opportunity to gain practical real world clinical and therapy experience based on the practitioner-scholar model of learning. This model is based on the belief that practitioners should have a broad spectrum of learning in scientific and theoretical principles, as well as hands-on training in order to effectively perform in an independent clinical setting.
    
    Graduates of the program receive the necessary training and clinical experience to receive proper licensure for independent practice at a master’s level as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology
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    Graduates of the M.A. Forensic Psychology program have a wide variety of opportunities to utilize their skills and knowledge of psychology as it relates to a host of legal situations, mental health challenges, and other specialties. Students in the program gain understanding and knowledge of how to deal with situations and issues such as juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, child custody, domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, victimology, insanity, and the competency to stand trial. In addition, graduates learn how to do violence and risk assessments, understand the psychology and treatment of sex offenders, and to provide expert testimony in association with all of these subjects.
    
    The school’s proximity to key agencies important to the study of Forensic Psychology allows students a prime opportunity to take advantage of organizations such as the FBI, NCIS, Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Virginia Department of Corrections. The program, through community partnerships, integrates the knowledge and experience of working with these institutions via site visits, courtroom observations, field research, internships, and by providing opportunities to hear distinguished speakers.
    
    The M.A. Forensic Psychology program also provides a variety of applied learning experiences other schools are rarely able to offer. Graduates will learn how to pursue a career and practice Forensic Psychology with all the tools, knowledge, research skills, and ethical understanding necessary to be successful in the field.
  - M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    To ensure that students are able to complete the program in 2 years for full-time or 4 years for part-time, the prescribed courses will apply to both programs’ degree requirements.
    Forensic Psychology
    
    The field of forensic psychology can encompass many fields inside of the legal system—including corrections. Students in the M.A. Forensic Psychology: Non-Licensure Track and Master of Legal Studies program will be guided by practicing faculty as they examine how to assess the mental health of offenders, victims, law enforcement officials, and military personnel.
    Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.)
    
    M.L.S. programs help students establish a strong foundation in law and help build practical communication skills. Gaining the experience necessary to navigate the areas where law and other fields intersect, graduates will be prepared to enter into fields including:
        Business
        Education
        Health care
        Human resources
        Law enforcement
  - M.A. Industrial/Organizational Psychology: Internship Track AND Master of Legal Studies
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    Industrial and Organizational Psychology
    
    In the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology (I/O) program, students will examine workplace performance and efficiency and ways in which to improve. Including diagnostic and consultative skills, students will design and implement assessment centers and 360-degree feedback tools.
    
    Master of Legal Studies
    
    The entirely online Master of Legal Studies (M.L.S.) degree program examines the fundamentals of law—paying particular attention to where the legal field intersects with business needs. Law-related challenges arise in nearly every field, and students in this M.L.S. program will learn to navigate those challenges and effectively communication their implications to stakeholders. The M.L.S. program does not qualify graduates to sit for California’s Bar Examination, nor does it satisfy requirements for admission to practice law in California.
  - M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology
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    Industrial and organizational companies often rely on trained industry psychology professionals to rise above their competition. Professionals with the proper training and understanding are in high demand. The need is greater than ever for psychologists who can identify the motivations behind individuals and teams in an effort to meet or exceed organizational goals.
    
    The M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program offers students the opportunity to study a variety of applied coursework topics. Students will study personnel selection, performance appraisal, training, leadership, and motivation.
    
    The Chicago School’s Industrial and Organizational Psychology internship and thesis Master’s program gives graduates the knowledge and skillset to apply the principles of business and its related psychology to help organizations and individuals succeed together. The program offers exceptional theoretical classroom training coupled with opportunities for students to experience a wide range of real world learning experiences.
    
    The faculty for the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology program consists of individuals with real world business and psychological experience. Faculty members have a wide and diverse variety of experience and knowledge for cross-discipline education, which is necessary for realizing the full potential of the conceptualization of business psychology. The program boasts distinguished faculty members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and degrees in the Industrial and Organizational industry as it relates to psychology and business, as well a clinical psychology, and organizational development. By blending the faculty’s unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experiences, the program offers a multidisciplinary approach to fully integrate learning across the spectrum of the field.
  - M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Philosophy, science, and behavior analysis ... if these subjects interest you, then the Chicago School’s M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program may be right for you. The completion of this program can provide a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis, which is a growing field.
    
    Knowledgeable faculty will guide students through coursework and specialties that include:
    
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Precision teaching
    
    The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program will allow graduates to serve diverse populations residentially, scholastically, and in a community setting. Graduates may find themselves working with those who may not have a specific diagnosis, such as children in regular courses and teachers simply looking to be more effectual. However, they may also work with those who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral problems, autism, or geriatric conditions.
    
    The Advanced Research Project in the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program is for those who are interested in completing specific research or want to go on to obtain their Ph.D.
    
    Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) will meet the educational requirements upon completion. However, graduates will need to pass the exam and complete the application process to become certified analysts.
  - Master of Public Health
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    The Master of Public Health, Senior Services Administration Concentration, focuses on equipping graduates with tools they can use to increase the quality of life for underserved communities.
    Faculty aid students as they acquire the skills needed to be employed as health educators and health care workers. Students will specifically learn how to evaluate the biological, social, and psychological facets of aging as well as how to address public health needs.
    Graduates of the Master of Public Health will be ready to:
    Build public health strategies
    Analyze health issues and strength of local or global populations
    Understand the factors that affect policies and how to create resolutions that will impact community needs
- Doctorate
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track
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    The Ph.D. Business Psychology, Consulting Track degree is a post-master’s doctorate program. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to excel.
    
    The doctoral curriculum provides experiences in clinical and organizational psychology integrated with business courses. This combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups. The program has created a careful mix of research skills, psychological theory, and business acumen to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track
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    Students of the Ph.D. Business Psychology, I/O Track program graduate ready for an interesting and expanding career field as a doctoral psychologist. Whether the focus is in academic research, corporate consulting, or any other workplace opportunities, the program prepares graduates to succeed and excel.
    
    During the first two years of the program, students will earn an M.A. degree in the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program, which acts as a fundamental base for the doctorate information.
    
    The school provides a unique blend of doctoral curriculum experiences in clinical and industrial or organizational psychology, which are paired and integrated with business courses. This special combination prepares students to effectively conduct empirical research with an approach that contributes a multidisciplinary body of knowledge to reference in solving organizational and business problems with individuals and groups in the I/O field. The program has created a carefully crafted mix of research skills with psychological theory to help graduates succeed in their roles in academia as leaders or consultants.
  - Ph.D. Organizational Leadership
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    Over the past few decades, businesses from small community stores to Fortune 500 companies, have come to realize the value of having an experienced leader who inspires employees to work effectively toward a vision and to achieve goals. The Ph.D. Organizational Leadership degree offers individuals the knowledge and tools to become a visionary and values-based leader.
    
    This program prepares students to be the next generation of leaders by focusing on coursework in human diversity and ethics, research strategies, strategic change management, team building, and organizational interventions. This work, in addition to learning interpersonal dynamics, leadership methodologies, and a range of related and applicable electives, creates the knowledge base to help graduates realize their career goals.
  - Ph.D. Psychology, Behavior Analysis Specialization
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    The Doctor ofTheThe Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Ph.D.) with a specialization in Behavior Analysis Program of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology's Los Angeles Campus is designed to prepare graduates for a career as a behavior analyst working in educational, clinical, and business settings. In addition, the doctoral program prepares graduates to sit for the psychologist licensing exams administered by the California Board of Psychology (CA BOP).
    The Ph.D. Psychology, Behavior Analysis Specialization program is a doctorate degree for students looking for a career as a behavior analyst in educational, clinical, or business settings. As a part of the programs, graduates will be given the tools to receive licensing administered by the California Board of Psychology (CA BOP).
    
    Students will learn to effect change in a variety of circumstances by utilizing a combination of scientific, theoretical, and hands-on practical experience learned during the program. Through these processes, graduates can pull on behavioral principles and observation skills to drive decision-making with proven scientific methods to produce quantifiable results.
    Graduates are prepared to be change agents in whatever settings they enter, by drawing on behavioral principles, careful measurement to drive decision making, and using scientific methods to generate knowable results.Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Ph.D.) with a specialization in Behavior Analysis Program of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology's Los Angeles Campus is designed to prepare graduates for a career as a behavior analyst working in educational, clinical, and business settings. In addition, the doctoral program prepares graduates to sit for the psychologist licensing exams administered by the California Board of Psychology (CA BOP).
    
    Graduates are prepared to be change agents in whatever settings they enter, by drawing on behavioral principles, careful measurement to drive decision making, and using scientific methods to generate knowable results.in Psychology (Ph.D.) with a specialization in Behavior Analysis Program of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology's Los Angeles Campus is designed to prepare graduates for a career as a behavior analyst working in educational, clinical, and business settings. In addition, the doctoral program prepares graduates to sit for the psychologist licensing exams administered by the California Board of Psychology (CA BOP).
    
    Graduates are prepared to be change agents in whatever settings they enter, by drawing on behavioral principles, careful measurement to drive decision making, and using scientific methods to generate knowable results.
  - Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology
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    The Chicago School’s Applied Clinical Psychology Doctoral program teach students about directive, non-directive, and systematic approaches.
    
    Students can expect to become proficient in essential diagnostics, therapeutic, and consultative approaches, as well as gain an in-depth understanding of psychodynamic theory and a diverse range of clinical applications. They will be equipped with knowledge in clinical psychology theory, research, and practice that will provide opportunities for them to serve in educational and clinical settings as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program provides graduates the highest degree for a practicing clinician, and is based in a practitioner-scholar model of training. The program delivers students broad and thorough knowledge of scientific and theoretical clinical psychology principles, useful in a wide variety of settings for treating multiple disorders across diverse populations while offering multiple concentration specialties. Concentrations include: Child and Adolescent Psychology, International/Multicultural Psychology, Forensic Psychology, and General Clinical Psychology.
    
    Through the Psy.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology program, graduates are trained to conduct advanced clinical interviews and psychological testing as well as perform consulting and collaboration with physicians and other professionals. Students are trained in providing multiple forms of therapy for treating mental illnesses, behavioral problems, and emotional distress. Graduates will be qualified, legally and clinically, to act as a senior administrator and/or lead practitioner in educational and clinical settings.
    
    Midway through the program, a Master’s degree may be awarded to students via a petition after completing 50 hours of coursework and three semesters of practicum. Upon completion of all coursework, a comprehensive exam, completion of a dissertation, and a pre-doctoral internship, graduates will be prepared to offer their services should they pass all licensure examinations and complete state-mandated post-doctoral residency requirements. Control of requirements for taking and passing certification and licensing exams are handled by outside agencies and are subject to change without notice.
  - Psy.D. Clinical Psychology
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    The Psy.D. Clinical Psychology is the highest doctorate degree available for those who wish to become practicing clinicians. In the program, students will be expertly trained in a wide variety of theories, tools, and intervention techniques used for treating clients who’ve experienced severe trauma or suffer from mental illness. Students will conduct psychological testing and clinical interviews to create treatment plans for use in consulting and collaborating with physicians and other professionals. Through this process they will learn to provide multiple forms of therapy for treating clients with mental illness, behavioral problems, or emotional distress.
    
    Students of the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program are put through rigorous coursework to develop essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consulting skills. Additionally, students are put must complete a practicum, internship, and a dissertation. By completing the doctorate program, graduates will have the ability to accurately and expertly provide psychological help in clinical settings, perform research, and collaborate with colleagues and other professionals. Graduates will obtain the necessary knowledge, theory, and training to act as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators in clinical and educational settings.
    
    Clinical training hours and requirements for the Psy.D. Clinical Psychology program can be completed at one of the school’s community counseling centers or at two of southern California’s largest and most prestigious community centers for counseling. Through coursework, students will be provided with in-depth knowledge into marketing and operational practices to help run a private practice. They will learn to provide excellent individual and group psychotherapy services, and will ultimately make connections, develop critical clinical skills, and be prepared to pass required licensing and exam requirements so they can launch successful careers as licensed clinical psychologists. Outside agencies control requirements for certification and licensing exams and are subject to change without notice.
  - Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy
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    Pre-licensed and licensed master’s-level mental health professionals who want to advance in their careers and take advantage of leadership opportunities that a doctoral degree provides should consider the Chicago School’s Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy program at our Los Angeles campus.
    
    With courses like Community Clinical and Agency Management and Advanced Family Systems Theories, students have the opportunity to marry business skills and a deeper understanding of psychological principles. Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy coursework covers topics such as:
    
    Agency management
    Grant writing
    Advanced clinical principles
    Program development
    Teaching in higher education
    
    For those interested in pursuing an academic career, an optional teaching apprentice program is available for qualified students, which provides the opportunity to teach classes in the Los Angeles master’s program.
    
    Students also write an applied research dissertation that includes topic options like program development or evaluation, and grant writing.
    
    Psy.D. Marital and Family Therapy graduates will become experts in theory, assessment, applied research, teaching and administration, and will be prepared to serve as senior leaders or administrators in educational and clinical environments.
San Diego, CA
- Master’s Degree Programs
  - M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization
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    The M.A. Clinical Psychology, Marital and Family Therapy Specialization program (MFT) prepares students to ethically and professionally address the psychological needs associated with all aspects of marital and family therapy. The program is tailored to give students a firm understanding of the development of essential diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative skills necessary to work with a host of clinical populations. The program trains students to work with children, adults, and the elderly across varied circumstances and with many different emotional, intellectual, and psychological conditions and problems as they pertain to the marriage and family dynamic.
    
    The program provides students the opportunity to gain practical real world clinical and therapy experience based on the practitioner-scholar model of learning. This model is based on the belief that practitioners should have a broad spectrum of learning in scientific and theoretical principles, as well as hands-on training in order to effectively perform in an independent clinical setting.
    
    Graduates of the program receive the necessary training and clinical experience to receive proper licensure for independent practice at a master’s level as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  - M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
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    Philosophy, science, and behavior analysis ... if these subjects interest you, then the Chicago School’s M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program may be right for you. The completion of this program can provide a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis, which is a growing field.
    
    Knowledgeable faculty will guide students through coursework and specialties that include:
    
    Verbal behavior
    Instructional design
    Precision teaching
    
    The M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program will allow graduates to serve diverse populations residentially, scholastically, and in a community setting. Graduates may find themselves working with those who may not have a specific diagnosis, such as children in regular courses and teachers simply looking to be more effectual. However, they may also work with those who have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral problems, autism, or geriatric conditions.
    
    The Advanced Research Project in the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis online program is for those who are interested in completing specific research or want to go on to obtain their Ph.D.
    
    Graduates who wish to pursue a career as a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) will meet the educational requirements upon completion. However, graduates will need to pass the exam and complete the application process to become certified analysts.
- Doctorate
  - Psy.D. Applied Clinical Psychology
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    The Chicago School’s Applied Clinical Psychology Doctoral program teach students about directive, non-directive, and systematic approaches.
    
    Students can expect to become proficient in essential diagnostics, therapeutic, and consultative approaches, as well as gain an in-depth understanding of psychodynamic theory and a diverse range of clinical applications. They will be equipped with knowledge in clinical psychology theory, research, and practice that will provide opportunities for them to serve in educational and clinical settings as lead practitioners and/or senior administrators.

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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
The Chicago School is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and is an active member of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology—which has recognized The Chicago School for its distinguished service and outstanding contributions to cultural diversity and advocacy. thechicagoschool.edu/why-us/accreditation/
Calendar Type:
Other
Delivery Format:
Asynchronous
Carnegie Classification:
Specialized Institution—Other
Technical Requirements:
Skill in current computing and internet technology.
Geographic Restrictions:
U.S. and Canada only.
Loans Offered:
Federal Financial Aid available to those who qualify.
Registration Details:
Once accepted, must sign an Intent to Enroll form.

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