The certificate in applied behavioral and social sciences is designed to provide a range of skills and knowledge in the behavioral and social sciences. The key ideas and methods of various disciplines within the behavioral and social sciences are explored to gain an understanding of contemporary social and cultural issues. The focus is on practical applications. The certificate is useful for students seeking career opportunities and/or graduate study in social work, human services, and public health. With appropriate selection of courses, it may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in social science.

Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Psychology program prepares students to understand qualitative and quantitative methods of research, as well as methods for presenting research. You will learn the importance of ethical principles through psychological theory, practice and research and learn to recognize and understand psychological characteristics within yourself and others. You will also learn how gender, race, ethnicity, culture and class affect all human perspectives and experiences. A Christian Counseling specialization is available.

Potential Career Options Advocacy Case Management Community Relations Counseling Mental Health Services Programming Optional Specialization Christian Counseling

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Nationally renowned psychology program offered from a sound moral and biblical perspective Most cost–effective, accredited Psychology online program offered by a national educational institution Ranked among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for three years in a row

Liberty University's Associate of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in Christian Counseling specialization will allow students to learn more about counseling from a Christian perspective, equipping you to work in the Christian counseling fields of lay ministry.

Potential Career Options Administration Advocacy Case Management Community Relations Counseling Mental Health Services Programming Optional Specialization Christian Counseling
Key points:
Nationally renowned psychology program offered from a sound moral and biblical perspective Most cost–effective, accredited psychology online program offered by a national educational institution Ranked among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for three years in a row

Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees.

A child psychology and child development education can prove helpful in many different career paths, including teaching, counseling, the ministry, health care, law enforcement - even parenting. Now you can upgrade your knowledge exponentially with Stratford Career Institute's renowned child development and psychology education program. Our innovative program enables you to study child psychology and development conveniently at home and online in your spare time, using proven distance learning methods. Well-rounded, in-depth child psychology and child development education from Stratford will give you insight into genetics, behavior, psychotherapy, theories and much more. You'll gain practical knowledge that will give you the advantage in today's competitive job market.

Stratford's Child Development and Psychology course offers comprehensive coverage of many key subjects, including:

• Careers Working with Children
• Theories of Child Development
• Genetics
• Attachment
• Parenting Choices
• Motor, Emotional, and Language Development
• Sibling Relationships
• Gender Roles
• Self-Concept
• Success in School
• Moral Development
• Sexual Expression
• Child Abuse and much more?

Stratford's Drug and Alcohol class trains and educates those who desire to join the in-demand field of addiction counseling. Our Drug and Alcohol class curriculum was created by licensed drug and alcohol counselors who share with you the theories, techniques and strategies necessary to help individuals dealing with substance abuse and dependency. Through our distance learning drug and alcohol education course, you'll learn how to counsel people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol, and help them identify and manage problems related to their addiction. Here is your chance study at home for an enjoyable, meaningful career helping people understand and deal with serious health problems.

Stratford's Drug and Alcohol class offers comprehensive career training in many key subjects, including:

• Preparing to Counsel Others
• Counseling tasks and competencies
• Behavioral Pharmacology
• Drugs and Behavior
• Working in the substance abuse counseling field
• Individual and group treatment
• Issues in prevention and intervention

Stratford Career Institute's distance learning psychology school is the ideal choice for motivated students who want to succeed.

If you have been searching how to become a social worker, you will find that most psychology schools are expensive, have extensive prerequisite requirements, and are inflexible when it comes to scheduling and class location. At Stratford, anyone can enroll at any time. Unlike other psychology schools, the will to succeed is all you need! There are no classes and you train at home in your spare time using proven learning methods perfected by Stratford, an innovative leader in home study training courses. Our distance learning Social Work/Psychology class was developed by school social workers and other professionals in the fields of social work and psychology. You'll gain practical knowledge about this rewarding occupation that allows you to earn an attractive salary while enjoying interesting, meaningful work. And if cost is a concern, rest assured that our tuition is a fraction of the cost of conventional psychology schools.

Stratford's Social Work/Psychology School offers comprehensive career training in many key subjects, including:

• Studies in Human Relations
• Social Beliefs, Judgments, Behaviors, and Attitudes
• Applied Social Psychology
• Social Work and Social Welfare
• Poverty
• Aging
• Disabilities
• Social Justice
• Cultural Diversity
• Becoming a Social Worker and much more?

This is the ideal course for coaches, trainers, exercise and fitness instructors, recreation directors and athletes who want to improve performance and reach the winner's circle. It teaches useful mental strategies to achieve your team's personal best. You'll learn specific techniques in the areas of goal setting, maintaining concentration, relaxation, handling competitive pressure, avoiding burnout and much more.

Ashworth College is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for distance learning schools.

Enjoy a fascinating curriculum that provides a practical understanding of personality disorders, social problems, developmental and cognitive disorders, abnormal behaviors, treatment techniques, psychometrics testing, age- and sex- specific disorders, substance abuse and more. Psychology is the basis for human and business relations. An understanding of psychology could give you the competitive edge you need to attain a position of responsibility in a broad range of industries. Knowing what makes people 'tick' gives you a foundation for success in a variety of fufilling careers.

Ashworth College is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for distance learning schools.

The Gender Studies specialization is an in-depth focus on the social, cultural, and biological foundations of masculinity, femininity, and sexuality.

Ashworth College is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for distance learning schools.

The Gender Studies specialization is an in-depth focus on the social, cultural, and biological foundations of masculinity, femininity, and sexuality.

Health psychology deals with the interconnections between psychology and medicine, and the practice of health psychology in identifying issues in prevention, assessment, and management of health problems. The purpose of this advanced graduate study program from NCU is to understand the extent to which psychosocial and environmental factors contribute to the development and progression of medical conditions. These conditions can range from acute physical sysmptoms, such as headaches and constipation, to chronic illnesses such as cancer and heart disease, to predicting the length of time a person lives. The coursework in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine will provide a major overview of the discipline and also examine specific types of illnesses and disorders and the mind-body connection.

The marriage and family therapy specialization from NCU offers advanced clinical education and training, research coursework and opportunities, and supervision training and experience. Graduates of the doctoral program will be prepared to carry out advanced clinical work and supervision and/or education and research in the field of marriage and family therapy.

Northcentral University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools ( www.ncahlc.org), located at 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504, (312) 263-0456.

This program is specifically tailored to working professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of forensic psychology and strengthen their ability to apply that knowledge to their current professional challenges.