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Psychology - Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts in Psychology degree focuses on positive psychology, theories of personality, human sexuality, the physiological and neurological basis of human behavior, psychological disorders and social interactions. Students analyze the interrelationship of fundamental theories and how they define and explain human behavior, development and abnormalities. Students also evaluate the robustness of various psychometrics, develop their own theories, and assess the impact of cognition on physical and mental health. The courses in this program do not have a clinical emphasis and do not lead to professional licensure.

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Psychology - Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology program provides students with a strong foundation in general psychology. Students will gain insight into the cognitive and affective processes that underlie the individual human development and behavior. Courses in this program are designed to provide supervisors, managers, and other professionals with greater skills in critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and information utilization through the enhanced understanding of human psychology. The courses in this program do not have a clinical emphasis and do not lead to professional licensure.

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Psychology - Master of Science
The Master of Psychology program focuses on the general rather than clinical psychological study of individuals, including their behaviors, thought processes and emotions. The program will provide supervisors in a variety of disciplines with an understanding of the cognitive and affective processes that underlie the individual human experience and behavior; research methodologies by which this knowledge is acquired; critical thinking and problem solving necessary to evaluate behavior; and the application of theoretical principles to inter- and intra-personal issues. The courses in this program do not have a clinical emphasis and do not lead to professional licensure.

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Industrial / Organizational Psychology - Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (Ph.D./IO) program will prepare graduates for careers in industrial/organizational psychological research, consulting, and instruction with emphasis on employee issues, organizational development, human resource management, and research expertise.

The Ph.D./IO program engages learners in academic inquiry into organizations and human behavior in the world of work, with foundational coursework in the history and functions of I/O psychology as well as an intensive, rigorous research curriculum. Through these dual emphases, the program challenges learners to develop the habits of mind and critical dispositions required to produce complex, yet practical, inquiry aimed at organizational and human development. Furthermore, the program explores the ethical aspects of I/O psychology practice, ensuring that learners respect and work toward enhancing the well being of the people whom they serve.

University of Phoenix

UOP was founded in 1976 on an innovative idea: make higher education highly accessible for working students.

UOP offers over 100 degree programs via online format and over 230 campus locations.

Learning Format:

Courses are taken one at a time.

Asynchronous format where students are required to "attend" online 3-5 times per week, depending on the course.

Complete coursework electronically, via email, chatroom, and downloads.

Online resources including writing and math tutoring, e-library with full-time staff of librarians and researchers, and 24/7 technical assistance.

Financing Options:

UOP participates in multiple finanical options.

Cash Plan: pay for one class at a time rather than the semester or full year.

Third Party Billing: UOP will directly bill your organization for tuition if a tuition benefit is being used.

Tuition Reimbursement: UOP works with employers who offer tuition reimbursement.

Federal Financial Aid: UOP participates in Federal Student Aid grant and loan programs with attractive terms.

Private Loan: UOP offers private loans from national lenders to cover all educational costs.

Miliary Plan: UOP is proud to offer tuition discounts to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reservists.

Accreditation:

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association.

The Associate of Arts in Business, Associate of Arts in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Business, Master of Business Administration, Executive Master of Business Administration, Master of Management, Doctor of Management and Doctor of Business Administration programs are accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Master of Arts in Education program with options in Elementary Teacher Education and Secondary Teacher Education is preaccredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC) for a period of five years, from December 20, 2007 to December 20, 2012.

The Master of Science in Counseling program in Community Counseling (Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona campuses) and the Master of Science in Counseling program in Mental Health Counseling (Salt Lake City, Utah campuses) are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).