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Master of Science in Applied Psychology | MSAP | Graduate Degree Program

Master of Science in Applied Psychology | MSAP

Applied psychology is the application of scientific psychological theories and concepts to solve real-world situations. Students pursuing the Master of Science in Applied Psychology (MSAP) will be given problems associated with different subdisciplines (clinical psychology, forensic psychology, inclusion, and diversity) and trained to use cutting-edge research to conceptualize the problem. Beyond theorizing, students in applied psychology will also be trained in research to develop their hypotheses and produce a research protocol that will allow them to foster original solutions to real-world problems. The MSAP will also offer professionalizing experiences to students through the capstone course as they will have the opportunity to select either to join a supervised internship or to lead original research. Research practicums, residency, workshops, and conferences will also be part of the experiences offered in this program. Currently, the program offers three concentrations, Forensic Psychology; Culture, Inclusion, and Diversity; and Generalist.

Applied Psychology | MSAP is offered at the following locations.

  • Ottawa, KS (Residential Campus)

Applied Psychology Careers

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to apply for positions in law enforcement, governmental and private agencies (FBI, DEA, Homeland Security, US Marshalls, NGOs), to serve in roles such as diversity and inclusion consultants, case managers, crisis intervention advocates, victim advocates, community specialists, project coordinators, expert witnesses in criminal and civil cases, human resources managers, correctional agents, rehabilitation program designers, and community support managers.

Required Applied Psychology Graduate Courses

(24 credit hours)

Advanced Social Psychology | PYF 7701 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Clinical Neuropsychology | PYF 7702 (3 credit hours)

Advance Psychopathology | PYF 7704 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Personality Theories | PYF 7705 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Statistics | PYF 7706 (3 credit hours)

Research Methods in Applied Psychology | PYF 7707 (3 credit hours)

SELECT ONE

Capstone Thesis in Applied Psychology | PYF 7798 (6 credit hours)

Capstone Internship in Applied Psychology  |  PYF 7799 (6 credit hours)
 

Forensic Psychology Track Electives

(12 credit hours required)

Juvenile Offenders: Implications of Assessment and Diagnosis for Rehabilitation | PYC 7400 (3 credit hours)

Working with Sex Offenders: An Evidence-based Approach | PYC 7401 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Criminal Profiling | PYC 7402 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Psychology of Terrorism | PYC 7403 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Psychology in the Law System | PYC 7404 (3 credit hours)
 

Culture, Inclusion and Diversity Track Electives

(12 credit hours required)

Religion and Spirituality in Psychological Practice | PYC 7300 (3 credit hours)

Culture and Diversity in Counseling and Psychotherapy | PYC 7301 (3 credit hours)

Culture in Cognitive and Emotional Development | PYC 7302 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Human Sexuality Across Cultures | PYC 7303 (3 credit hours)

Neurodiverse and Differently Abled People | PYC 7304 (3 credit hours)
 

Generalist Track Electives

(12 credit hours required)

Choose four courses from two or three of the areas listed below:

AREA I

Juvenile Offenders: Implications of Assessment and Diagnosis for Rehabilitation  | PYC 7400 (3 credit hours)

Working with Sex Offenders: An Evidence-based Approach | PYC 7401 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Criminal Profiling | PYC 7402 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Psychology​ of Terrorism | PYC 7403 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Psychology in the Law System | PYC 7404 (3 credit hours)
 

AREA II

Religion and Spirituality in Psychological Practice | PYC 7300 (3 credit hours)

Culture and Diversity in Counseling and Psychotherapy | PYC 7301 (3 credit hours)

Advanced Human Sexuality Across Cultures | PYC 7303 (3 credit hours)

Neurodiverse and Differently Able People | PYC 7304 (3 credit hours)
 

AREA III

Psychological Testing | PYC 7802 (3 credit hours)

Biological Bases of Behavior | PYC 7862 (3 credit hours)

Treatment of Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation | PYC 8082 (3 credit hours)

Introduction to Substance Abuse and Addictions and Related Disorders | PYC 8142 (3 credit hours)

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University Accreditation

Ottawa University, as a whole, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Specific degree programs within our institution have also been accredited by relevant bodies within the field:

We are proudly recognized for our commitment to student excellence by the following designations:

Why Choose Ottawa
Almost all courses in Ottawa University’s programs are available online and accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. We make it easy for you to transfer credits in order to help keep tuition costs down. We also offer courses in accelerated 8-week terms in order to reduce your time to completion. These are just a few of the reasons why we are proud to be the best, fastest, and most affordable option locally in the Kansas City, Milwaukee, and Phoenix areas, as well as serving students nationally through our online degrees.

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