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Master of Arts Psychology Program

THIS PROGRAM IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

 

Potential applicants should be aware that the Master of Arts Psychology program is not designed to prepare students for professional practice as a psychologist. Further, completion of the Master of Arts Psychology program is not adequate preparation for either the practice of psychology or use of the term “psychologist,” both of which are regulated by state statute. Students interested in the practice of psychology should consider the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program described at Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program page.

 

The program is research oriented and provides many opportunities to gain valuable experience in conducting research and includes experimental studies working with human participants in a variety of areas. See faculty interests and on-going projects on the department People Page.

The Master of Arts Psychology program prepares students for research careers in academic or community psychology settings. The program involves training in theory, research design and statistics, and the application of principles to real world situations.

The program provides advanced training both for recent graduates and for individuals who have been in the work force for a number of years. Although some students subsequently enter doctoral programs and complete Ph.D.'s, many immediately accept challenging jobs in the public, private or non-profit sector. If you need career guidance, are not a UMKC student and live in the greater Kansas City Area, please visit the UMKC Community Counseling Center website or call them at 816-235-2725. If you need career guidance, are a UMKC student, please visit the UMKC Career Services Center website or call them at 816-235-1636.

Students may complete the program on a full- or part-time basis. However, to ensure the timeliness of training, all program requirements must be completed within five years from admission.

Student Learning Outcomes for Master of Arts Psychology Program

 

1. To provide students with knowledge and skills in the evaluation, conduct, and dissemination of psychological research.

2. To provide students with knowledge of ethical principles and to promote ethical conduct and high professional standards in research and applied situations.

3. To provide students with knowledge and skills working with diverse individuals in professional contexts.

Suggested Plan of Study: Master of Arts Program

A detailed list of requirements for retention including curriculum can be found in the 2012 UMKC Catalog Master of Arts: Psychology section..

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