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Applied psychology: Empowering people

Supporting the emotional and social needs of learners of all ages and the mental health and career needs of adolescents and adults

There is a growing need for child and school psychologists, counselling psychologists and specialists in human learning and development to support the emotional and social well-being of children and their families, as well as adults seeking life-long learning opportunities to enhance their personal and professional potential. There is also an urgent need for counselling psychologists to support the mental health and career needs of adolescents and adults of all ages.

The Faculty of Education’s Division of Applied Psychology (APSY) offers innovative and flexible diploma, Masters and Doctoral programs – including Canada’s only Master of School and Applied Child Psychology delivered online. Our on-campus and distance education options give working professionals and graduate students the opportunity to specialize in:

School and applied child psychology
Special and inclusive education
Counselling psychology
Counselling

Our programs will prepare you to advance in your current position or explore new career and academic paths.

Your career in applied psychology

Meeting the demand for new knowledge and skills

There is a high demand for specialists in school and child psychology, special and inclusive education and counselling – and this trend is expected to continue. Regardless of whether you choose to study applied psychology as an academic specialization or to augment your existing professional credentials, this area of expertise will prepare you to lead change and improve the delivery of psychological and social wellness in your community.

The field of applied psychology can lead you to a variety of career paths in different workplace and academic settings. Our graduates go on to work as researchers, educators and practitioners in:

Schools, colleges and universities
Clinics and hospitals
Community agencies and social services
Private practice
Government
Business and industry

A leading centre for learning

The University of Calgary is one of Canada’s top research universities, ranking 7th in the nation in sponsored research funding in 2007.

The U of C’s Faculty of Education is one of Canada’s most innovative centres for advanced educational studies and teacher preparation and is respected worldwide for excellence in research and community service. The faculty recently ranked among the top five in Canada in the quantity of peer-reviewed research it publishes.

With over 300 students across Canada and internationally, the Faculty of Education’s Division of Applied Psychology is a leader in research and innovative programming. Established in 1964, APSY programs adhere to high academic, ethical and professional standards and endorse training and accreditation standards in special education, school and counselling psychology.