Our practitioner-scholar approach is designed to teach you to apply theoretical and research knowledge to the practice of psychology. Your program begins with foundation courses from faculty who are also seasoned professionals in the field. Some specializations include residency and clinical experiences, where you can apply what you've learned.
Outcome goals and graduates’ proficiency levels
These results show recent Capella graduates' proficiency levels in the expected learning outcomes for the School Psychology specialization and for all other psychology specializations combined. Faculty make this assessment in the capstone course – the final course in which Capella students demonstrate what they've learned.
2017-2018 Demonstration of Program Outcomes
Master of Science in Psychology
Outcome Demonstrations
Source: Aggregated faculty judgments of learner
demonstration of program outcomes from Q2 2017 - Q1 2018 capstone courses
Master of Science (MS) in Psychology specializations
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Educational Psychology
- General Psychology
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology
- Sport
Psychology
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc.® has verified a seven-course sequence as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination®. Applicants will have to meet additional requirements to qualify. http://bacb.com.
- All psychology faculty members have a graduate degree.
- Capella’s five-course Play Therapy Certificate program addresses the core academic content areas required by the APT to earn its Registered Play Therapist (RPT) and Supervisor (RPT-S) credentials.
1Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is the learner's responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their states. Where applicable, teachers are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether a program may qualify for salary advancement. For more information on licensure, see the Licensure section on the School's website (Washington state learners are advised to go to: http://pathway.pesb.wa.gov/outofstate for more information).
Master of Science in Psychology Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Science in Psychology degree program have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses, programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni are using their degrees.
Career Preparation
MS in Psychology
Graduates
Career Preparation
MS in
Psychology Graduates
The skills and knowledge have been immediately applicable to my career: 74%
My degree has positioned me to achieve my professional ambitions: 74%
Capella's competency based curriculum has prepared me for the needs of my profession: 67%
Percentage of respondents who answered
"strongly agree" or "agree."
Source:
Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation.
The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
Career & Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Psychology Graduates
Career and Professional
Accomplishments
MS in Psychology Graduates
Made a significant contribution to my profession: 41%
Successfully changed jobs and-or-careers: 46%
Assumed leadership responsibilities: 43%
Received a salary increase: 43%
Received a promotion: 47%
Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography, and degree field, affect career outcomes, and Capella does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, or other career growth.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 – Q1 2018.
Master of Science in Psychology Degree Program Graduates
Data from graduates of the Master of Science in Psychology degree program have been combined for these Student Experience results.
The graphs below show some key findings from Capella's Alumni Outcomes Survey. We use this information to help improve our courses, programs and services and to give you an idea of how alumni feel about Capella and what general skills and abilities they gained.
Satisfaction With Capella
MS in
Psychology Graduates
Satisfaction with Capella
MS in
Psychology Graduates
I have or intend to recommend Capella: 76%
I am satisfied with my Capella education: 84%
Capella gave me the most efficient direct path to completing my degree: 78%
Percentage of respondents who answered
affirmatively.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes
Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3
2017 - Q1 2018.
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Psychology Graduates
Skills & Abilities
MS in
Psychology Graduates
Write clearly, accurately, and professionally; use sources appropriately : 95%
Communicate thoughts and ideas in varied settings : 100%
Show ethical conduct reflecting values and beliefs of discipline : 98%
Show knowledge of field; respect contributions of other fields : 98%
Analyze theoretical issues or investigate real-world phenomena, create knowledge : 98%
Locate, evaluate and communicate information; address legal, professional, other issues : 95%
Critically examine, analyze, and evaluate thinking using intellectual standards and creativity : 98%
Critically evaluate, select, and use discipline-appropriate technology : 98%
Show appreciation for group and individual differences : 95%
Demonstrate effective leadership in diverse environments : 98%
Apply the specialized knowledge associated with professional practice area : 98%
Percentage of respondents who rated
themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished" on
ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after
graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2017 - Q1 2018.
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"Things I learned at Capella are a huge advantage. I've found that I have a lot of depth in certain skills. So I think I add richness to the team."
Heather Jameson, MS
2006 Graduate
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Specialization in Clinical Psychology