2021-2022 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Applied Developmental Psychology, MS
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The Applied Developmental Psychology Master of Science program at the Pitt School of Education emphasizes the correlation between research and practice in the promotion of positive outcomes in human development for children, youth, and families. Students who complete the Master of Science degree in Applied Developmental Psychology become experts in applying knowledge of child development and evidence-based practices to address real-world problems in real-world settings. Students also become an experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration as they design, implement, and evaluate innovative intervention programs for children, youth, and families.
The Master of Science degree requires 36 credits distributed as follows: Applied Developmental Psychology (ADP) Core courses (24 credits), Specialization courses (12 credits), and Community-Based Practice Learning (with capstone project) courses (4 credits).
Additional requirements for graduation include successful completion and defense of a written Capstone project that may include community-based placement.
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