National Louis University 2012–2013 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

Psychology, M.A.

This program is appropriate for those who are interested in teaching at the community college level, working at social service agencies, hospitals, law enforcement agencies or non-profits as a well as a variety of other career options in developmental, organizational or health psychology. The program will also provide a solid foundation for later doctoral study.

In addition to the College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Admissions Requirements, applicants must:

  • Submit official scores for the Criterion Online Writing Evaluation

This degree requires:

  • 36 SH
  • Comprehensive Exam OR Thesis with approval of graduate advisor

Required Courses

Core Courses - 15 SH

LAP501Introduction to Psychological Assessment

LAP505Advanced Abnormal Psychology

LAP506Advanced Human Development

LAP509Advanced Social Psychology

LAP510Advanced Personality Theory

Research Components - 8 SH

LAP517Psychological Statistics and Design and Analysis

LAP516Research Design for Psychology

LAP599Thesis

or

LAP598Comprehensive Exam Seminar

Professional Development - 13 SH

LAP507Theories of Cognitive Psychology

LAP520Biological Bases of Behavior

LAP526Psychology of Organizational Leadership

LAP547Substance Abuse

LAP548Ethics and Legal Issues in Psychology