MS in Psychology, Educational Psychology
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
The master’s Educational Psychology specialization offers learners the opportunity to strengthen their credentials in order to pursue careers in public education and instruction, lifespan development from early childhood through late adulthood, educational technology, as well as to prepare them for doctoral study in psychology and other related disciplines. Specialization outcomes allow learners to gain knowledge and skills in the application of learning, human development and socialization, educational psychology, ethics, tests and measurements, and basic statistics and research methods. This specialization is not designed or intended to meet licensure requirements for any licensed profession.
Core courses
| PSY5002 | Foundations of Theory and Practice for Master's Psychology Learners | 5 |
| PSY7610 | Tests and Measurements | 5 |
| RSCH7860 | Survey of Research Methods | 4 |
| RSCH7864 | Quantitative Design and Analysis | 4 |
Specialization courses
| PSY5110 | Ethics and Multicultural Issues in Psychology | 5 |
| PSY5140 | Program Evaluation | 5 |
| PSY6015 | Lifespan Development | 5 |
| PSY6100 | Introduction to Educational Psychology | 5 |
| PSY6110 | Learning Theories in Psychology | 5 |
Taken during the learner’s final quarter
| PSY5201 | Integrative Project for Master's Degree in Psychology | 5 |
Total
At least 48 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.
Multiple specializations available (must be within the same degree program)