August 10, 2007

Argosy University - Orange County - Online PhD / PsyD Programs


Argosy University - Orange County
3501 West Sunflower Ave
Suite 110
Santa Ana, CA 92704

Argosy University, Orange County Campus


Argosy University, Orange County Campus is one of 18 Argosy University locations across the nation offering undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate degrees in the disciplines of business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA)(30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602. 1.312.263.0456).

Argosy University, Orange County Campus is located at 3501 West Sunflower Avenue, Suite 110 in Santa Ana, California. Our main facility covers more then 11,000 square feet and houses classroom space, a library, computer labs, conference facilities and seven classrooms.

Table of Contents

College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology Degree Completion
Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy
Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology - Marriage & Family
Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counseling Psychology
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology
College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Back to top

Argosy University's College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences is where tomorrow's clinical practitioners develop the specific skills they need. Our curriculum encompasses every major theoretical modality guiding clinical assessment and intervention practices.

You'll benefit from the practical training and internships that provide the vital hands-on experience our programs are known for; small class sizes that create a dynamic environment and promote close interaction with your peers; and instruction from faculty who call upon the real-world knowledge they gain as successful working professionals.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology Back to top

The four-year Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program is intended for students with clearly-defined goals to enter fields of psychology, counseling or social service, where they can leverage the principles and tenets of behavioral science. Through completion of a dynamic group of psychology core and elective courses, you can choose to prepare for immediate employment, career advancement or graduate study.

The BA in Psychology program is designed to help students begin human services careers in such capacities as entry-level counselor, case manager, human resources administrator, management and business services, as well as graduate study in fields such as counseling, social work and marriage/family therapy.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology Degree Completion Back to top

Designed for those who already have some college credit, the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology degree completion program prepares students with some college credit to enter the human services field as an entry-level counselor, case manager, human resources administrator or other such professional; or to begin graduate study in such areas as counseling, social work, and marriage/family therapy. The application-oriented program features flexible formats that allow students to keep their full-time career while pursuing their undergraduate degree.

Degree Completion at Argosy University
At Argosy University, degree completion programs are a convenient way to finish what you started. They were created for working professionals who are ready to resume the undergraduate college careers that, for a variety of reasons, they'd put on hold. The programs are structured with flexible formats to help you meet the demands of work and family while completing your degree in less than two years. You may transfer as few as 42 or as many as 90 qualified semester credit hours.

Admission Requirements
To apply for admission to Argosy University's degree completion programs, you must be able to transfer at least 42 semester hours of qualified credit with a grade of at least "C-" from either a regionally or nationally accredited educational institution, such as a community college, junior college or other university.

Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy Back to top

The Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy program emphasizes a practitioner-oriented philosophy and integrates applied theory and field experience. Currently only offered at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Professional Counseling program. It is designed for students who wish to pursue the clinical psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state in which the program is located. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the current licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology - Marriage & Family Back to top

The Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology - Marriage & Family Therapy program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist. Currently only available at Argosy University/Orange County, the coursework and practicum for this degree program are based on the MA in Counseling Psychology program.

This program is designed for students who wish to pursue the counseling psychology track while receiving graduate-level training in the core curricular areas, including supervised clinical practice, required for licensure as a marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Licensing requirements differ from state to state, so students should verify the Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) licensing requirements of the state in which they plan to become licensed.

Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology Back to top

The Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology program is designed to educate and train individuals who are currently functioning, or wish to be trained to function, in fields that utilize the study and practice of forensic psychology. The curriculum provides for an understanding of theory, training and practice of forensic psychology.

The program emphasizes the development of students who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services to diverse clients and organizations. The program maintains policies and delivery formats suitable for working adults. The MA in Forensic Psychology program provides coursework in forensic psychology for application to:

Law enforcement
Legal and organizational consultation
Program analysis

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counseling Psychology Back to top

The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counseling Psychology program prepares counselors from a variety of settings with the skills and credentials necessary to pursue leadership, supervision, training and teaching positions in the profession. Students with a background in mental health, social work, school counseling, pastoral counseling and psychiatric nursing join together to earn the terminal degree in their field and develop new interests and levels of competency and direction for their practice through an applied, research-practitioner approach to the role of professional counselor.

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership Back to top

The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership program is designed to meet the special requirements of working professionals who wish to develop their knowledge and skills to handle the changing needs of modern organizations. The organizational leadership program focuses on the qualities of transformational leadership, not just managerial attributes. This approach enables the faculty members to dedicate themselves to preparing students to lead complex organizations faced with an abundance of strategic challenges, such as increasing globalization, changing economies, societal shifts and individual-organizational relationships.

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology Back to top

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program educates and trains students in the major aspects of clinical practice. To ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum integrates theory, training, research and practice, preparing students to work with a wide range of populations in need of psychological services and in a broad range of roles. Students who complete the clinical psychology program earn a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree.

The PsyD degree combines relevant research, applied theory and field experience to prepare the graduate to apply psychological knowledge in a variety of settings and roles. The program accepts students who have a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Although prior degrees need not be in psychology, some psychology courses are required (as prerequisites for admission) and some experience in psychological services is desirable.

Information
If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from Argosy University - Orange County.

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