The Master of Science in Applied Psychology program at Northeastern University is committed to providing evidence-based knowledge in applied psychology to students who seek entry into a PhD in Counseling Psychology program and to graduates of baccalaureate degrees in human services, psychology, health sciences, and related disciplines who desire quality advanced training in applied psychology. The program is 30 semester hours and is intended to be completed in two semesters. It does not meet licensing regulations for mental health counselors in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Core Requirements
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| CAEP 5877 | Research Methods in Applied Psychology | 3 |
| CAEP 6203 | Understanding Culture and Diversity | 3 |
| CAEP 6260 | Community Counseling Psychology | 3 |
| CAEP 6282 | Ethics and Professional Development | 3 |
| HLTH 5410 | Introduction to Statistics in Health and Behavioral Science | 3 |
Concentration or Electives Option
A concentration is not required. Students may complete the electives option in lieu of a concentration.
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
30 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required
Concentration in Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychology
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 15 |
| Early Intervention: Family Systems | |
| Pediatric Psychology | |
| Trauma and Mental Health | |
| Infant, Child, and Adolescent Development | |
| Human Sexuality | |
| Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | |
Concentration in Prevention Science
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 15 |
| Prevention and Intervention: Evidence-Based Practices | |
| Etiology-Psychopathology Across the Life Span | |
| Development Across the Life Span | |
| Psychopathology: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning | |
| Consultation, Supervision, and Management | |
| Behavior Change for Individuals and Communities | |
| Health Education and Program Planning | |
| Society, Behavior, and Health | |
Electives Option
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| 15 |
| Early Intervention: Family Systems | |
| Pediatric Psychology | |
| Trauma and Mental Health | |
| Prevention and Intervention: Evidence-Based Practices | |
| Etiology-Psychopathology Across the Life Span | |
| Infant, Child, and Adolescent Development | |
| Development Across the Life Span | |
| Human Sexuality | |
| Psychopathology: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning | |
| Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | |
| Consultation, Supervision, and Management | |
| Behavior Change for Individuals and Communities | |
| Health Education and Program Planning | |
| Society, Behavior, and Health | |
