Master of Arts in Psychology - Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine
Northcentral University
Description
The online Master of Arts in Psychology - Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine degree program from Northcentral University has been specifically designed for those individuals who are looking to continue their formal professional education, at the graduate level, in the field of behavioral science.
Throughout the course of this online psychology - health psychology/behavioral medicine degree program is part of a newly developed and important area of research, teaching, and clinical practice.
During the duration of this online health psychology degree program, students will partake in a number of behavioral medicine courses that will introduce them to a number of topics, such as:
- Health Psychology
- Psychoneuroimmunology
- Behavioral Nutrition
- Behavioral Medicine I: Mind-Body Connection
It is the study of the total matrix of factors influencing the psychological and physical health of people and takes a biopsychosocial approach in accounting for illness and behavioral health. This specialization develops the essential knowledge and skills for this important area.
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, from an accredited or approved institution. The equivalent to a Bachelor's degree is 120 semester credits of college level coursework, including a minimum of English composition I and II and a college-level math course.
Accreditation Information
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
