Frequently Asked Questions About the Online-Blended Psychology Certificate Programs

What are The Chicago School’s online-blended certificate programs in psychology?
The Chicago School’s Psychology Certificate Programs consist of the following career-enhancing specialties/certificates:

• Certificate in Applied Forensic Psychology
• Certificate in Applied I/O Psychology
• Certificate in Consumer Psychology
• Certificate in Healthcare Leadership
• Certificate in Organizational Effectiveness
• Certificate in Workplace Diversity
 
How long does each certificate program take?
Each psychology certificate program consists of multiple eight-week online learning sessions that take place over the course of five months.

How are the programs different from the master’s-level programs you offer?
The certificate programs are shorter—just five months—and are intended for individuals who are interested in learning about how to apply principles of psychology in the workplace without the time commitment of a master’s degree. In terms of the quality of the coursework, our certificate programs adhere to the same high standards as our professional psychology degree tracks.

What support system do you have in place for your students?
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is committed to offering personal support to all our students, no matter where in the world they reside. For that reason we offer:

• A personal advisor/mentor who will work with you from your first phone call to the day you graduate
• Classroom support from caring staff on our 24/7 helpline

What do I need to enroll in my chosen program?
The enrollment requirement is the same for all Psychology Certificate Programs at the school. As such, for any program you’ll need:

• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• An official undergraduate transcript
• A completed application
• A current résumé
• Proficiency in computing and Internet technologies

For FAQs about The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and comprehensive admissions-related policies, please visit our General FAQ page.  You can also call us at 866-907-4209 to speak to one of our admissions counselors today, or request more information.