Online Health Science Psychology Degree :: Accredited Universities

Timely psychological interventions can improve and promote the health of individuals, communities, and organisations. An understanding of human behaviour enables students to address individual, family, community, and organisational mental health issues and the factors that impact on normal functioning.

The Psychology major offers students the opportunity to appreciate and critique the contributions psychological research makes to the evaluation of health, health status, and health promotion. In addition, students will learn to adopt an evidence-based approach to problem-solving and decision-making as they relate to the interface between mental and physical health.

Entry Requirements

There are no special entry requirements beyond those that qualify you for study at University. Computer literacy is recommended. If you do not have a Science or Mathematics background, you can get a head start in your studies by taking foundation papers in Science or Mathematics.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

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In addition to expanding your knowledge of behavioral theories, the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology curriculum introduces how to effectively identify, understand and develop practical solutions to problems facing today’s organizations. This degree program allows you to choose electives from five popular concentrations, including Child Advocacy, Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Human Factors and Organizational Psychology.

A variety of organizations value knowledge of basic human behavior, in addition to critical thinking, interpersonal and communication skill sets. If you’re interested in gaining this in-demand know-how and studying how psychological principles can improve health, business management, product design or law, consider a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Psychology. Florida Tech’s BA in Applied Psychology combines a broad-based liberal arts curriculum with a scientific approach to understanding human behavior. This flexible applied psychology degree program is offered 100% online and allows you to choose your own third- and fourth-year electives from five different concentrations.

Learn How to
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- Identify, understand and develop practical solutions to problems facing today’s organizations

- Distinguish between various psychological and other interdisciplinary theories of human behavior

- Respect the critical nature of reliability and validity when it comes to tests and measurements

- Value the complexity and key concepts of sociocultural and international diversity

Benefit From a Degree
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- Understand basic psychological processes, including areas in which psychology is a natural science and a social science.

- Discover various major concepts of applied psychology, including theoretical perspectives, historical trends and empirical findings.

- Recognize the value of empirical evidence and ethical behaviors.

- Gain skills you can apply immediately in the workplace.

Entry Requirements

- Complete an online application for admissions. Whether you want to apply through Quick Apply, as a full-time student or as a transient student, Florida Tech’s online application is quick and easy, and there is no fee. Simply create an account to securely submit your application and track its progress.

- Provide official documentation of high school graduation or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) if applying with less than 24 semester credit hours completed at an accredited institution.

- Provide official transcripts of all colleges and universities previously attended or presently attending.
- Schools must be listed in chronological order, including dual enrollment.
- All schools must be included, even if a term was not completed.

- Credit hours earned from regionally accredited schools will automatically be evaluated for transfer hours as part of the formal application process. In order for a class to be eligible for transfer, a grade of C or better must have been achieved. (A grade of C- will not be considered for transfer credit.)

- Official records must also be requested for any of the following that have been completed:

- CLEP/Advanced Placement exams
- GED College level examinations
- DANTES, USAFI examinations, Regent Standardized
Examinations or other advanced placement examinations

- Diagnostic assessments in both math and English are required to determine the appropriate academic requirements and classes.

- Provide a copy of a DD-214 if you are a separated or retired servicemember. Active-duty members must provide a NOBE DD2384.

- Credits from outside of the United States should be evaluated by an approved agency. See a list of approved evaluating agencies.

- Florida Tech does not give credit for work/life experience.

- A minimum of your last 25% of earned credit hours must be completed with Florida Tech in order to graduate.

International Applicants
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International candidates must prove English language proficiency by at least one of the following:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a score of at least a 79 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) or a score of at least 6.5 on the IELTS, earned no more than two years before attendance at Florida Tech

- Attended for three consecutive years and graduation from an accredited or state-approved mainland U.S. high school where English is the language of instruction

- Successful completion of a total of 20 semester hours at a regionally accredited, mainland U.S. university or college where English is the language of instruction, including three semester hours of English that qualify as transfer credit for Florida Tech’s Composition and Rhetoric (COM 1101) course

- Successful completion of a NASFA-recognized ESL program

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The B.S. in Applied Psychology degree program gives students the opportunity to specialize in one of two in-demand areas, positive psychology or health psychology, both of which support a focused, career-driven education centered on application techniques for psychological well-being. The Applied Psychology degree offers both theoretical foundations through readings and lectures, as well as practical application in different occupational settings through case studies, visits by guest lecturers and community projects. Both on-campus and online psychology courses are offered at Regis.

Regis University's Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology curriculum covers a broad base of topics within the psychology field including social psychology, cognitive psychology, addictive behavior, psychology of gender and the positive psychology and health psychology specializations. The positive psychology and health psychology specializations are tailored specifically to prepare students within these broad-based fields for a number of established and emerging career opportunities.

his specialization prepares psychology majors with the knowledge and skills needed to create positive environments that promote psychological well-being. Key career areas include:

Community Group Leadership
Church Group Leadership
Youth Camp Organization/Leadership
Sporting Activities Counseling/Leadership
Organizational Development
Human Resources

Entry Requirements

Applicants seeking a bachelor's degree from the college for professional studies must possess:

A high school diploma or equivalent (from a regionally accredited high school) AND

Transferable credit from a regionally accredited college or university AND

Evidence of work experience

International applicants
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If you are a non-native English speaker, it is necessary to meet the English language requirements set forth by Regis University, as we do not have English as a Second Language (ESL) programs available. The minimum accepted TOEFL scores are:

TOEFL COMPUTER total score of 213 and Essay (TWE) score of 5.0

TOEFL INTERNET total score of 82 with minimum scores of: 24 Writing, 20 Speaking, 22 Reading, 16 Listening

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The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences aims to provide students with the highest quality education by offering programs that focus on building skills in critical thinking and research that have applications for diverse communities. Using the scholar-practitioner model, the School offers a spiritually, SCU culturally and contextually relevant education programs that are designed to appeal to a divers array of learners.

The School prepares graduates in their development of a strong commitment to individual and social change through the inquiry, discovery, and utilization of their knowledge and skills to enrich and advance the lives of those around them.

The academic majors offered are designed to provide preparation for careers in human services, mental health counseling, government, and teaching, as well as preparation for graduate and professional studies.

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Counseling degree is designed to provide students with an interdisciplinary approach to understanding human behavior and how it impacts daily living for individuals, families and society as a whole. Students will obtain the essential skills and knowledge to apply behavioral science concepts, principles, skills and methods in field settings such as nonprofit mental health and social service organizations or local and state government agencies. Upon completion of the program, students may also consider graduate study in counseling, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology or other helping professions.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a diploma from a U.S. high school or equivalent program.

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Liberty University Online’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Criminal Psychology program prepares you for an effective career in a growing field. Through Liberty’s program, you will gain foundational knowledge and skills regarding mental health and behavior of criminals, as well as how to effectively assess and counsel individuals within the justice system. Courses will strengthen your investigative and cognitive ability to understand the thoughts and intentions of the criminal mind, emphasizing the importance of applying ethics to practices and integrating faith with learning in a diverse and challenging atmosphere.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed high school or its foreign equivalent.They must have above a 2.0 cumulative combined GPA for all accredited colleges attended or for high school.

International Applicants
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If you are an International applicant,following English language test should be required

TOEFL for international, non-English speaking candidates (score of 500 paper-based test, 173 computer-based test or 60 internet-based test)

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