Maryland Psychology Master's + PhD & Doctorate

To gain a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology at Bowie State University, students must demonstrate a number of different areas of knowledge and skill set including an in depth and general knowledge of three theories of Counseling Psychology including those related to the development of careers and education. They must also have a knowledge of different software programs and be able to recognize how these can aid counseling in schools. The required skill sets to achieve the Masters Degree include the appropriate response to clients behavior, the correct use of crisis intervention and more. A lot of attention focuses on commitment to helping relationships. [full profile]

Loyola University Maryland provides a top notch Psychology Department with three main tracks for students to follow in the Master's Program. Graduates may choose from the following fields of specialty: Masters in Clinical Counseling Psychology, on a practitioner track, Masters in Clinical or Counseling Psychology on a thesis track, or a Masters Plus and Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) program. The practical approach to psychology gives students the necessary skills and tools to prepare them for employment in their selected field alongside a licensed psychologist at the doctoral level. Students are influenced to continue their education toward their own doctoral degree of to become an official Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. The thesis track is more aimed toward graduates considering further studies in psychology, while the CAS program is aimed toward students requiring additional course completion towards reaching their goals. [full profile]

Towson University College of Liberal Arts supplies a Master's of Arts degree in psychology that centers on four areas of study including experimental, school, clinical, and counseling psychology. Graduates in the clinical concentration are given the information and training necessary to apply for a doctoral program and enter the professional world with the ability to become licensed clinical professional counselors. The counseling course helps students get closer to the dream of achieving their license in order to work in hospitals, university counseling services, group homes, and mental health facilities. Students who choose to explore the experimental program are encouraged to develop a strong background in research in order to provide services to universities, hospitals, and other research based facilities. [full profile]

The Graduate Program in Applied Psychology at the University of Baltimore provides training from top graded professors who specialize in psychotherapy, social psychology, research, and counseling, among other expertise. Students will gain knowledge and experience by working alongside faculty in an effort to gain the 42 to 48 credits necessary to graduate from the Master of Science program. In order to receive credentials as a National Certified Counselor graduates must complete all assigned coursework, show leadership and organizational skills and gain experience in the categories of advanced treatment methods, assessment, career development, counseling theory, as well as psychopathology and diagnosis and other lessons. [full profile]

The University of Maryland promotes Psychology through a remarkable assortment of research and practical teaching methods that provide students with the skills necessary to further their education or find professional careers in their respective fields. The coursework covers the study of human behavior and cognitive function from society as a whole to individuals within selected cultures. Students entering the doctoral program are expected to work with one of five program areas including Cognitive and Neural Systems (CNS), Developmental Psychology, Social, Decision, and Organizational Science (SDOS), Counseling and Clinical Psychology. Students are mentored by well-respected faculty members, some of whom have experience as Editors, Associate Editors, and have received awards in their fields. [full profile]

The University of Maryland-Baltimore County is considered an Honors University accepting students with exceptional academic records and motivation for the field of Psychology. Within the Department of Psychology at UMBC students may choose from Master's Degree programs within the categories of Applied Behavior Analysis or Industrial and Organizational Psychology, while doctoral candidates may apply to gain a degree through either Applied Developmental Psychology or Human Services Psychology. Students in the MA programs are encouraged to continue on their academic path toward Ph.D.'s in their selected fields, although some graduates may go on to apply their knowledge to a professional career in Psychology. [full profile]