MS in Developmental Psychology

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11/25/2024: Course-Based

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In Walden’s online MS in Developmental Psychology program, you will apply theory, research, and practices in the field of developmental psychology to real-world settings.

In this program you will study relevant and current topics, including:

The impact of digital technology on human development
The needs of populations such as LGBTQ and refugees
How to make a lasting difference for people of all ages and backgrounds

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Specializations

Administration and Leadership

Adult Development and Gerontology

Child and Adolescent Development

Health and Human Development

International Perspectives in Developmental Psychology

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Career Options

With a master’s in developmental psychology, you may work in a variety of settings, such as:

Community or family service organizations
Crisis intervention programs
Educational settings, including early childhood education centers and child care services
Individual, family, and child services organizations
Mental health facilities
Public and private hospitals
Rehabilitation centers
Research, healthcare, or special education coordination and support organizations
Senior centers or nursing and residential care facilities

*Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

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This tuition reduction is only available to new students in good standing residing in California, Georgia, or Texas who begin classes on November 25, 2019. This offer may only be combined with the 10% tuition reduction for U.S.-based partner organizations, military reduction, or incremental offers. Student is responsible for other non-tuition costs, including but not limited to university and program and custom-related fees and taxes. The grant funds will be applied to the student’s account approximately 4 to 6 weeks from the start date and applied up to $400 per term for the first 5 consecutive terms after enrollment, beginning in the first term. Student must be enrolled continuously (without break) to receive full grant. Any unused portion due to a break in attendance will be forfeited.

Note on Licensure

The MS in Developmental Psychology program is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology or counseling professional.

Enrollment Restrictions by State

Walden currently cannot enroll residents of the following states/districts into the MS in Developmental Psychology program: New Mexico, Washington and Wisconsin.

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A 15% tuition reduction for servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and their spouses.*

*A 15% tuition reduction is available to new students who are servicemembers, veterans of the U.S. armed forces, or employees of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This tuition reduction is also available if you are a spouse of a servicemember, veteran, or employee of the VA. This tuition reduction cannot be retroactively applied. Tuition reductions are applicable to tuition only and do not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees needed for a course.

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