Master of Science in Psychology Courses
Below, please find the psychology degree courses in CalSouthern’s Master of Science in Psychology program. By taking five three-credit psychology degree courses in one of five different subject areas, you can earn your MS with an emphasis on advanced addiction studies, sports psychology, organizational psychology, pastoral counseling, or general psychology.
Required Core Courses
Thesis
Elective Areas of Concentration
Concentration One: General Psychology
- PSY 86505A Lifespan Development - 3 Credits
- PSY 87507 Human Sexuality - 3 Credits
- PSY 86532 Family Systems Theory - 3 Credits
- PSY 87536 Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy - 3 Credits
- PSY 87550 Positive Psychology - 3 Credits
- PSY 86508A Culture and Diversity in Counseling - 3 Credits
- PSY 86517 Psychology of Aging - 3 Credits
Concentration Two: Pastoral Counseling
Concentration Three: Advanced Addiction Studies
- PSY 86511A Substance Use and Related Disorders - 3 Credits
- PSY 87534 Dual Diagnosis - 3 Credits
- PSY 82507 Advanced Case Management: Assessment, Treatment Planning, Relapse Prevention and Aftercare - 3 Credits
- PSY 82307 Physiology and Pharmacology of Addiction - 3 Credits
- PSY 82316 Personal and Professional Wellness for the Substance Abuse Counselor - 3 Credits