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Online Psychology Master's Program

Pepperdine University’s online psychology master’s programs prepare students for meaningful careers in psychology, human services, and related fields through a values-based curriculum.

The online Master of Arts in Psychology program from Pepperdine University provides a broad understanding of human behavior and practical knowledge of how psychological concepts can be applied within various professional settings. Students learn to assess personality and intelligence and treat mental and emotional disorders. The curriculum prepares graduates to pursue doctoral study or a career in the human services field.
The online Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program from Pepperdine University educates students to work directly with individuals, couples, and families in need of therapeutic services. Students are prepared for licensure in California and several other states as licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC).

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Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology offers an online Master of Science in Behavioral Psychology program that can be completed in under two years. The course sequence is verified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and teaches students how to develop meaningful and positive change in behavior with clients who have autism or other developmental disorders. Upon completion of the program and all necessary experience hours, students will be prepared to sit for the board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) exam.

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Weekly Live Classes:

Group discussions, evaluation of client-counselor interactions.

Self-Paced Coursework:

Asynchronous learning on track with your cohort.

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Clinical experience placement specialists for MFT and ABA programs.

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Master of Arts in Psychology

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Prepares students to pursue doctoral study or a career in human services
No GRE Required
Earn an online MA in Psychology program in as few as 18 months

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Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy

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Prepare to become an LMFT or LPCC in several states
No GRE Required
Offered part time and can be completed in 11 sessions

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Master of Science in Behavioral Psychology

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Prepare you to sit for the certification exam to become a BCBA
No GRE Required
Earn a master's in ABA in as few as 18 months

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