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Walden University
Walden University was founded in New York in 1970 by educators who envisioned an alternate path for individuals who wanted to earn their post-secondary degree. Today's busy environment doesn't always allow for professionals to spend years earning their professional credentials in traditional colleges and universities. By developing a unique online learning format, Walden created an opportunity for students to earn their Master's or Doctoral degrees while continuing with their professional careers.
A low student to faculty ratio, online research library, access to technical support, and a unique writing center that provides assistance in preparing graduate theses or dissertations make Walden an excellent choice for students seeking an online degree. Walden University in accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree Programs and Courses of Study
MS in Clinical Research Administration
Graduates of this program will be prepared to execute and manage research projects according to the guidelines set up by the Food and Drug Administration and similar regulatory agencies abroad. Coursework explores the practical and legal elements of the research protocol, and covers product development in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. It includes a practicum to gain hands-on experience, and a capstone course allowing the student to develop a portfolio of work.
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Master's in Nursing
This two-year program allows students to concentrate either in Nursing Education or Leadership and Management. Core courses discuss the relationship of theory and research to nursing practice. Concentration courses in the Nursing Education program prepare the graduate for a teaching position, while the Leadership and Management program uses case studies and a student-developed practicum. Tracks are available for individuals holding Bachelor of Nursing degrees, or for registered nurses without a BSN.
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Master of Public Health
This 18 to 24 month degree program helps students gain an understanding of how local, regional and national factors affect the practice of public health. The degree's concentration in community health prepares graduates to develop unique solutions for the healthcare challenges facing their communities. The program explores topics including health behavior, international health care, public health ethics, and occupational health.
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Ph.D. in Public Health
This program is offered in two tracks; one for students who have completed their Bachelor degree or non-public health Master's degree, and one for students who have completed Master's level studies in Public Health. The program prepares students to design and implement public health programs at the community level by developing their research skills. The program includes an academic residency at a major research university, and can be completed in three to four years.
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Ph.D. in Health Services
The Ph.D. in Health Services program prepares graduates to develop and deliver innovative health care services that meet the challenges of today's world, including cost containment, a shortage of healthcare professionals, and the emergence of new diseases. Concentrations are available in Community Health, Health Administration, Health and Human Behavior, and Health Promotion and Education. The student can also select a general program, or develop a self-designed concentration that meets his or her specific educational or career needs.
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Ph.D. in Human Services
Over the last decade, responsibility for human services programs has increasingly moved from the Federal to the local level, with community level organizations providing new an innovative programs. The Ph.D. in Human Services degree prepares professionals to design and deliver these programs. Participants can choose from a general program, specializations in Clinical Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Family Studies and Intervention Strategies, Human Services Administration, or Social Policy Analysis and Planning. They may also create a self-designed program that matches their experience, background, and career interests.
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Master of Science in Psychology
Students in the MS in Psychology program develop their research skills and knowledge of the methods and principles used in psychological science. A generalist program or a concentration in Industrial/Organizational Psychology is available. Both programs prepare the graduate to pursue a doctoral degree.
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Ph.D. in Psychology
The Ph.D. in Psychology degree prepares the graduate for psychological practice in one of several environments. The Academic Psychology specialization emphasizes teaching and research skills used at an institute of higher education. The Health Psychology specialization explores the relationships between psychological well being and physical health, covering factors such as nutrition, neuropsychology, and psychological alternatives to pharmacological treatment. The Organizational Psychology specialization deals with organizational behavior and leadership, and offers tracks in industrial, organizational, and consultation psychology. The Sport Psychology specialization concentrates on sport and exercise psychology. In addition, there are three tracks designed to prepare the graduate for licensure examinations: Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, and School Psychology.
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Admissions and Financial Aid
While admissions requirements vary by the program chosen, general requirements include having completed an accredited Bachelor degree program for Master's level studies or a Master's degree for doctorate studies. Many post graduate programs require one or more years of professional experience. Financial aid may be available through the federal government, or through employer tuition assistance. The University maintains a financial aid office to assist students with the process. For more information on admissions and financial aid, please complete a request form.