<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Master of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in General Psychology program at National University gives you the opportunity to learn about the sorts of interpersonal skills and psychology knowledge that is required of those pursuing an advanced career in the helping professions. In addition to required foundation courses that will build your knowledge and skills in psycholoygy, you will have the opportunity to choose your own specialization courses from a range of electives. You will be required to complete all courses with at least a B average in order to graduate from the program. You will also complete a capstone project to demonstrate what you have learned throughout the program. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>You should have an interest in learning about people and have a patient demeanor. You should already have studied psychology in your past education experiences and have a desire to expand your knowledge and skills. You are required to have a bachelor's degree prior to applying to this program at National University. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>To graduate from this program you will be required to complete at least 30 credit hours. Of those credit hours, 15 of them will be from foundational courses and 15 of them will be from specialization courses. </p> <p><u>Courses for a Master of Arts in Psychology with a Specialization in General Psychology</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td><b>Required Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5101</td><td> Foundations for Graduate Study in Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5103</td><td>Professional Ethics, Law, and Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5104</td><td>Theories of Human Development and Functioning</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5107</td><td>Research Design</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6105</td><td>Capstone Course: Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Specialization Courses</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5109</td><td> Theories of Personality</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 5108</td><td>Cognitive and Affective Basis of Behavior</td></tr> <tr><td>Select three courses from the following:</td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6102</td><td> Multicultural Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6103</td><td>Human Communication: Interviewing Skills</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6110</td><td>Clinical Survey of Substance Abuse and Dependence</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6114</td><td>Psychological Tests and Measurements</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 6121</td><td>Theories of Psychotherapy and Counseling</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterGraduation">What Could I Do After Graduation?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Upon completing this program, you may be able to seek out a career path that suits your unique skill-set and interests. You could find work that involves interacting directly with people or in a more research- oriented capacity instead. </p> <p>Possible career paths include but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Psychologist </li><li>Psychiatrist </li><li>School Counselor </li><li>Psychology Researcher </li><li>Human Resources </li><li>Therapist</li></ul>