M.S. in Psychology - Health Psychology

Walden University offers M.S. in Psychology - Health Psychology through their online program where the degree is completed entirely online. This gives students who are working to continue doing so. This set-up is also appropriate for students who can work better in a non-classroom setting. This degree requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Through this degree program, students get to apply psychology and public health theories and principles to their work as they increase their understanding of the effects of illness and stress.

Health Psychology specialization requires students to have a multidisciplinary perspective when examining the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence health. This allows students to obtain a broad understanding on the field of psychology while, at the same time, focusing on the knowledge and skills required to work in the areas of illness prevention and health promotion. As a graduate of this degree, one should have enough preparation for a position such as a research assistant, project manager, or behavior specialist in a variety of healthcare organizations, from primary care settings and inpatient medical units to community agencies.