Psychology M.A.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Upon completion of the degree, students should be able to apply and interpret appropriate statistical analyses for psychological science.

2. Upon completion of the degree, students should be able to apply research skills* to investigate questions related to psychological science.[*Depending on area of interest, research skills may include activities such as: task design, data collection, IRB management, behavioral coding, statistical analysis, literature review, participant recruitment, scientific writing, scientific publication, study design, etc.].

3. Upon completion of the degree, students should be able to apply clinical (or advising) skills* to support patients, clients, and/or students’ well-being.[*Depending on student interests/personal goals, clinical/advising skills may include activities such as: conducting phone screens with clients seeking mental health care, co-facilitating mental health group treatment, providing professional support to a clinic, administering assessments, coaching/supervising students, advising students, etc.].