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The field of psychology will teach you about human behavior and development, and equip you with the knowledge needed to carry out basic and applied research. An online bachelor’s degree in Psychology will prepare you to work in the fields of counseling and/or mental health.

Coursework

You can either enroll for Bachelor of Arts in Psychology or a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Typically, the coursework for a bachelor’s degree in Psychology will be a blend of education in liberal arts and sciences. Subjects such as natural science, history, math, physiology and social research can be the general focus in the foundation years. During the last year focus will be more specific and on sub-areas of psychology like experimental, developmental, social, personality and or clinical psychology. Though the theoretical work can entirely be completed online, many programs require students to work in psychology labs or carry out practical research in the final year.

Careers

With a degree in psychology you can follow a career in mental health services, recreational therapy, child, family and school social work, counseling, community relations, medical, public and health social work, caregiving for the elderly or children, substance abuse social work, probation and corrections, case management or administration.

Cost and Duration

An online bachelor’s degree in Psychology generally takes up to two years to complete. However, some universities offer accelerated programs in which students can earn their degree in less time. Credits for previous education can also help accelerate the earning of a bachelor’s degree. Though the cost will vary from institute to institute, typically, the tuition for online bachelors programs can cost from $9,000 to $29,000 a year.

Online Programs

While selecting a program, it is important to think about your own aspirations. Learning about different areas of Psychology can help you become a consultant but if you want to become a licensed psychologist, it will be necessary for you to gain the right kind of training and credentials.

In order to explore all options available, use our degree finder tool. Enter the degree level, area of study and subject to view a list of all accredited online programs. If you need financial aid, you can consult the concerned school to learn about the scholarships or student loans offered for the program that you are interested in.