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What You’ll Learn
Evaluate Research
Use relevant and credible literature to enhance and support your
work.
Apply Your Knowledge
Apply understanding of human behavior from the discipline of
psychology to help individuals and organizations develop.
Uphold Your Ethics & Standards
Enhance your view on the world, by building knowledge applied through
ethics and standards of psychology.
Harness the Power of Diversity
Learn to apply understanding of human behavior across diverse
audiences.
Make Concepts Approachable
Develop real-world techniques to bring psychological concepts to
individuals and organizations.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
Learn from Scholar-Practitioners
Our faculty is made up of leading scholar-practitioners who bring the
latest theories, practices, and experiences to the courserooms.
Real-World Application
Our competency-based education approach allows you to immediately
apply coursework learning to the work you do every day.
An Extra Flexible Schedule
Thanks to FlexPath, you can earn your degree on your own schedule, at
your own pace; potentially saving you time and money.
Cost & Learning Formats
We know you’re busy—you need a learning experience tailored to your
life, not the other way around. That's why Capella offers two 100%
competency-based, online learning formats to best fit your needs.
Which learning format is right for you? Take our Path Finder Quiz
Our online-learning format that guides you along. You pay per credit;
we set the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1–3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Our self-paced learning format lets you take courses at your own
speed, whenever your schedule allows.
- Take unlimited courses (up to two at a time simultaneously) per 12-week billing session
- Based on a program point system; 2 Capella quarter credits = 1 program point
- Set your own deadlines, no courseroom discussions
- Pay one flat-rate tuition fee per session*
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
We believe in being transparent about the real cost, time, and value of a Capella degree. Learn more about learning outcomes and gainful employment with a Master of Science in Psychology.
*Books, supplies, and other fees may apply.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable–there are more ways to save than you might think.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
10% Military Discount
Military service members and their spouses could be eligible for a
discount.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Professionally credible, professionally aligned. This
program is built upon core foundational psychology coursework to
ensure professional credibility. It’s designed to help develop basic
interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a deeper knowledge of
human behavior.
Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of online learning.
Access your engaging, online learning environment anytime,
anywhere, with any device, and set your own schedule while meeting
deadlines.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Sample Courses
The curriculum of our online Master's in General Psychology program
focuses on the core psychological principles, including human
behavior, interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, critical
thinking, and ethical principles and standards.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| PSY7210 | Lifespan Development |
| PSY7411 | Learning Theories in Psychology |
| PSY7421 | Cognitive/Affective Psychology |
| PSY7520 | Social Psychology |
| PSY7543 | Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology |
Faculty & Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty holds top credentials in their fields.
They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Advisors
Want to learn more about courses, instructors, or resources? Ask our
advisors–they know all about the details of your program.
Career Center
For this team, it’s more than resumes and interview tips. It’s about
thoughtful and strategic career planning–beyond graduation.
Relevant Blog Posts
Whether you’re considering a return to school, exploring new career paths, or seeking ways to improve your job performance, the Capella Blog has relevant articles to support your goals.
Understanding the Differences Between Clinical and Non-Clinical Psychology
Learn how licensure, education methods, and workplaces differ in
clinical vs. non-clinical psychology.
Beyond Clinical Psychology: 4 Careers with an MS Degree
A master’s in psychology can take you beyond counseling. Explore jobs
in business, government, and education.
Which Psychology Career Path Is Best for Me?
A visual guide to help you find a career in psychology that fits your
personal and professional ambitions.
Move Forward in Your Career
Here are just some of the career options you could explore through
our online Master's in General Psychology program.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Case manager
- Social services worker
- Mental health worker
- Academic advisor
- Employee assistance program specialist
- Victim’s advocate
- Adjunct or part-time faculty
- Child protective services specialist
- Employment specialist
- Intake counselor
- Care coordinator
- Research coordinator/manager
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- K–12 public/private school
- Land-based or online college or university
- Community counseling center
- Social service agency
- Hospital
- Law enforcement
- Mental health clinic
- Nonprofit organization
- Residential care facility
- Government—local, state, federal
- Market research firm
- Human resource department
*These examples are intended to serve as a general guide. Many factors determine what position an individual may attain, and Capella can’t guarantee a graduate will secure any specific job title.
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