Psychology

Program Objective
Upon completion of this program, graduates can pursue graduate study or career opportunities in public and private sectors such as mental health professions, social services and counseling, law,  education, government, the criminal justice system, human resources, public relations, and business management.

Program Description
In an online setting, students will learn the principles of psychology, which are used in nearly every field, from human resources and rehabilitative therapies to educational testing and business practices. This program is designed to cover a broad spectrum of psychology applications through the understanding of its foundational principles.

A psychology degree gives you a variety of career paths that can lead to entry-level roles in psychiatric, social, and human services.

Psychology graduates can earn between $50,000- to $60,000 a year depending on what areas they choose to work in, such as counseling, school, psychologists, social work, etc. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that jobs in psychology will grow since a psychology degree can lead to different career paths.

The employment opportunities in the area vary considerably; there is a greater demand for psychological services in schools, career counselors, advisors, industrial-organizational psychologists, hospitals, mental health centers, social services, and community agencies in great demand for those with psychology degrees.

Source
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Field of degree: Psychology,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/field-of-degree/psychology/psychology-field-of-degree.htm