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Psychology

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Master the mysteries of human motivation with a Psychology certificate
 
Studying psychology can help you learn more about yourself, the people around you, and the world at large. This kind of psychology expertise is invaluable to employers looking to make better business decisions, create better products, and foster better workplaces. And if you’re looking to advance your career, The Chang School Certificate in Psychology can take your resume to the next level.
 
There is no other university in Ontario that offers a general psychology certificate for continuing education learners. Our psychology certificate program is unique in that it offers learners the opportunity to tailor your learning to your passions and career goals.
 
Coursework covers a broad spectrum of psychology topics, from psychopharmacology and child development to human brain circuitry and personality theory. You can pick electives that align with your career goals and personal interests; there’s psychology classes in a wide array of subjects, including addictions, law, thinking, sports, immigration, human sexuality, and prejudice.
 
Looking to get into the booming field of diversity, equity, and inclusion? We also offer courses in psychology of gender, immigration, and prejudice, along with cross-cultural psychology.
 
You’ll also get the opportunity to participate in psychological research, and produce a capstone project where you work alongside a faculty member to complete an independent study and produce a comprehensive paper in an area you’re passionate about.
 
Plus, you can complete our certificate in psychology online, and at your own pace, allowing you to schedule your coursework on a timeline that works with your other responsibilities.
 
A good foundation of knowledge about psychology can be applied to practically every career and work setting. Where will your Psychology certificate take you?
 
Who should take this Psychology certificate?
  • You want to enter the psychology field, or expand your career opportunities with an increased knowledge of psychology
  • You’d like to use the degree-credit courses toward an undergraduate degree in psychology
Admission Criteria:

Recommended:
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
  • With 6 Grade 12 U or M credits OR
  • 3 years of professional experience in business, community service, or industry

Certificate Requirements:
  • 4 required courses
  • 4 electives
  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 1.67+
To graduate, you must successfully complete, within your official time span, the requirements from the year you registered in the program.
 
Required Courses
 
You may only select one of CPSY 102 or CPSY 105.
  • CPSY 102 Introduction to Psychology I
  • CPSY 105 Perspectives in Psychology
  • CPSY 202 Introduction to Psychology II
  • CPSY 411 Research Methods and Statistics I
  • CPSY 612 Independent Study
Electives (select 4)
  • CPSY 214 Psychopharmacology
  • CPSY 215 Psychology of Addictions
  • CPSY 300 Psychology and Law
  • CPSY 302 Child Development
  • CPSY 304 Psychology of Gender
  • CPSY 308 Psychology of Thinking
  • CPSY 324 Biological Psychology
  • CPSY 325 Psychological Disorders
  • CPSY 335 Clinical Psychology
  • CPSY 402 Adult Development
  • CPSY 412 Human Brain Circuitry
  • CPSY 504 Social Psychology
  • CPSY 505 Personality Theory
  • CPSY 518 Environmental Psychology
  • CPSY 602 Developmental Psychopathology
  • CPSY 606 Abnormal Psychology
  • CPSY 607 Drugs and Human Behaviour
  • CPSY 614 Psychology of Sport
  • CPSY 620 Psychology of Immigration
  • CPSY 621 Psychology of Human Sexuality
  • CPSY 706 Positive Psychology
  • CPSY 707 Models of Stress and Adaptation
  • CPSY 802 Death, Dying and Bereavement
  • CPSY 805 Adjustment, Stress and Coping
  • CPSY 806 Behaviour Modification
  • CPSY 807 Psychology of Prejudice
  • CPSY 808 Community Psychology
  • CPSY 941 Cross Cultural Psychology
Career Options
 
This certificate can prepare you for jobs like:
  • Child and youth worker
  • Clinical coordinator
  • Community worker
  • Counsellor
  • Gerontologist
  • Healthcare administrator
  • Psychologist
  • Social worker
  • Therapist
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.

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