Alabama Psychology Master’s and Graduate Degree Programs

Table Of Contents

1. Alabama Master's in Psychology Programs
2. Alabama Doctorate in Psychology Programs
3. Alabama Psychology Licensing and Resources
4. Alabama Psychology Related Podcasts

Discover a comprehensive list of affordable schools offering both terminal and non-terminal master’s and graduate psychology programs below. Alabama is home to 8 colleges providing 17 graduate degrees in psychology, spanning a range of areas of study including clinical, counseling, experimental, industrial/organizational and educational psychology (specializing in learning and assessment online). Also included are behavioral neuroscience, applied behavioral analysis, and more. Check out the “Licensing and Resources” table at the bottom of the page for useful, local websites. If you’re looking to explore additional options, neighboring states such as Florida, Mississippi, Tennessee and Georgia also offer graduate programs in psychology.

Alabama Master’s in Psychology Programs

The following universities offer a variety of Master of Science and Master of Arts programs to suit the interests and career goals of aspiring psychologists. There are seven AL-based schools, sorted by affordability, that offer a masters in psychology program with specializations including General, Experimental, Developmental, Educational, Industrial/Organizational (I/O), and Social Psychology.

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University of West Alabama The UWA Master of Science in Experimental Psychology provides training in statistics and research methodology. These are necessary skills for doctoral programs and are in demand by potential employers. All students receive one-on-one mentoring from a faculty member. Three tracks include: Traditional option where students are required to complete a thesis, the Clinical option can be used as a step toward obtaining an LPC or other counseling credentials, and a Health and Sports option which is designed to prepare students for clinical applications.	$	#TD #501 #085 #101 #105
University of South Alabama The USA Master of Science in Behavioral and Brain Sciences includes a core curriculum designed to provide students with knowledge of current theories, principles, and methods of experimental psychology. There are two routes to enter the BBS program: The traditional M.S. Program and the Accelerated Bachelors to Masters (ABM) Program. Students will take courses that are designed to provide more extensive information in research design as well as theoretical background. Sub-specialties may include, but are not limited to, personality and individual differences, animal cognition, developmental, memory, psycholinguistics, psychophysiology, and scholarship of teaching and learning.	$	#TD #501 #095 #101 #121
Auburn University at Montgomery The AUM Master of Science in Psychology, Clinical Track, is small by design as this allows our professors ample time to spend with each student, addressing questions and offering quality mentorship. The training focuses on the three key components of psychological clinical science: assessment, treatment, and research. Our program offers two tracks: a thesis track and a practicum track. As part of the program requirements, students are required to complete our comprehensive examinations. The Department offers a small number of graduate assistantships (GAs) that are available on a competitive basis.	$	#TD #501 #085
Jacksonville State University (ABAI,BACB) The JSU MS in Applied Behavior Analysis prepares students to be board certified behavior analysts through instruction, training, and research in the analysis of behavior. The goal of our program is to prepare students for careers in the application of behavior analytic techniques to the behavioral habilitation of diverse populations and for careers in the experimental analysis of behavior. Hands-on experience is available in our animal and human research facilities and through local practicum sites. Additionally, businesses offering ABA services in the area often hire our students and provide BCBA supervision.	$$	#TD #501 #081
University of Alabama in Huntsville The UAH Master of Arts in General/Experimental Psychology emphasizes an understanding and appreciation of the scientific basis of behavior. The focus is general-experimental with coursework in applied experimental, biological, cognitive, developmental, human factors, industrial/organizational, and social psychology. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience working side by side with faculty members in their labs. Students in the program may choose to specialize in Industrial/Organizational psychology.	$$	#TD #501 #101 #103 #106
University of Alabama (NCATE) The UA Online Master of Arts in Educational Psychology, with a specialization in Learning and Assessment, provides training in cognition and the learning sciences coupled with educational research and program evaluation skills. This program prepares you to help learners across different industries through assessment, measurement and evaluation processes, all while utilizing the underlying psychological theories. This 100% online program combines the study of human behavior, educational assessment and measurement, and teaches students to evaluate many factors, including aptitude, personality, behavior and learning preferences. This program does not lead to certification.	$$$	#TD #501 #097
Auburn University (BACB) The AU MS in Industrial Organizational Psychology is designed to train students with the skills and knowledge to enable students to become Industrial/Organizational (I-O) practitioners in an applied setting. The program focuses on understanding, predicting, and modifying behavior in organizational settings, typically in work environments and is designed for students who plan to enter the workforce after completing the two-year non-thesis program. AU also offers a MS in Applied Behavior Analysis.	$$$	#TD #501 #081 #106

Alabama Doctorate in Psychology Programs

There are four Alabama Psychology based schools that offer a variety of PhD programs, sorted by affordability, with specializations including Clinical, Counseling, Experimental, and Educational psychology. Also offered are a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience, and Lifespan Development. Many of these doctorate programs offer opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in the field through internships or practicum courses and prepare students for various areas including clinical practice, research, and academia.

School	Cost	Tags
University of South Alabama (APA) The USA PhD in Clinical and Counseling Psychology (CCP) Doctoral program will graduate doctorates trained to provide the most effective types of psychological care for individuals, families, and communities and enable them to work successfully with a variety of professionals to promote health and treat mental disorders. The goal of the CCP program is to provide doctoral assistantships to all admitted students, which include a stipend and tuition waivers in exchange for 20 hours per week of work for the CCP program faculty.	$	#NTD #501 #085 #091
University of Alabama at Birmingham (APA) UAB offers a PhD in Psychology with areas of concentration in: Behavioral Neuroscience, Lifespan Development, and a Medical/Clinical Psychology. The mission of the graduate program is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and intellectual habits required for successful careers in research, teaching, and professional service. All of our graduate students study core substantive areas of psychological science as well as more specific areas in their specialization including areas such as behavioral medicine, rehabilitation, substance abuse, geropsychology, neuropsychology, health, and pediatric and clinical child psychology.	$$	#NTD #501 #085 #095 #105 #114
University of Alabama The UA PhD in Educational Psychology prepares students for careers as faculty members within academic settings, researchers in agencies or businesses and school practitioners and consists of a human development and learning track, in addition to a PhD concentration in educational neuroscience. The mission of the program is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the theory and research related to learners, learning and developmental processes. Funding is available to qualified students (as of 2021 Fall, 78.26% of PhD students are supported by assistantships or fellowships).	$$$	#NTD #501 #097
University of Alabama The UA PhD in Psychology offers three concentrations: Cognitive, Developmental, and Social Psychology. The department trains psychologists who are scientists and scientist-practitioners and, in so doing, provides broad research training, substantive academic areas of study, and opportunities for teaching and applied experience. Cooperative relationships with health, mental health, educational, legal, and research agencies, both public and private, enrich the student experience. Annual grant funding approaches $3 million.	$$$	#NTD #501 #087 #101 #121
University of Alabama (APA) The UA PhD in Clinical Psychology is based on the scientist-practitioner (Boulder) model. Four areas of concentration include: Clinical Geropsychology, Clinical Child, Law (legal), and Clinical Health. A joint PhD-MPH (Master of Public Health) with The University of Alabama at Birmingham is also available. The program emphasizes the integration of scientific knowledge and the professional knowledge and skills needed to function as a clinical psychologist in academic, research, or clinical settings.	$$$	#NTD #501 #085
Auburn University (APA) The AU PhD in Clinical Psychology students receive didactic and experiential training in scientific research, clinical practice (clinical assessment and intervention), and teaching. All students complete a core set of broad and general as well as clinical coursework and have opportunities to work with a broad range of clients. The theoretical orientations of the clinical faculty range across a variety of perspectives with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral views. The training opportunities for this program include: specialized curriculum, research training resources, and clinical practica.	$$$	#NTD #501 #085
Auburn University (APA) The AU PhD in Counseling Psychology students are trained to provide direct psychological services in various settings. These settings include private practice, college/university counseling centers, medical settings, correctional facilities, and Veterans Administration hospitals. Our curriculum is built on the scientist-practitioner model for health service training. Multicultural and social justice perspectives are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Faculty are highly engaged with students in the program through teaching, advising, supervision, research, mentoring, and social events.	$$$	#NTD #501 #091

Alabama Psychology Licensing and Resources

As a student interested in becoming a psychologist in Alabama, you may be wondering what the licensing process looks like and what resources are available to help you succeed. Fortunately, there are many organizations and programs designed specifically to support your professional development. By staying informed about the licensing requirements and exploring the many resources available, you can gain a competitive edge and be well-prepared for a successful career in psychology.

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Alabama Department of Mental Health Mission is to promote and develop the availability, accessibility, and quality of community-based services for more than 200,000 citizens with mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders, in order to support their recovery and enhance their quality of life. The department operates a range of programs and services, including crisis services, community mental health centers, substance abuse treatment, and developmental disabilities services to promote the health and well-being of Alabamians.	#501
Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling The ABEC is a regulatory agency that is appointed by the Governor and is comprised of licensed professional counselors and the public whose mission is to protect the public from incompetent, unethical and unlawful counseling practice; To enforce qualification standards for all levels of licensure; and To delineate unlawful conduct through disciplinary procedures against practitioners who violate applicable laws and rules.	#501 #091
Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology Administrative Code A set of regulations and rules established to govern the practice of psychology in the state of AL. It outlines the requirements for licensure and provides guidelines for ethical and professional conduct for licensed psychologists including the application process, the examination process, continuing education, and license renewal.	#501
Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology The Board seeks to promote and protect the public's health, welfare, and quality of life by licensing and regulating the practice of psychology and by promoting access to psychological services delivered in a safe, competent, and ethical manner. Additionally the Board investigates complaints of misconduct, collaborates with other state agencies and organizations to promote psychology, and maintains a public directory of licensed psychologists.	#501
Alabama Association of School Psychologists AASP is a state-level, professional organization for school psychologists and school psychometrists. We promote and maintain high ethical standards for training in and professional practice of school psychological services. AASP also serves as an informant to the public about the services and practices of psychology in the schools and strives to advance the professional standards of school psychology/psychometry.	#501 #119
Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensure Board The ABALB is is responsible for issuing licenses to qualified individuals to practice ABA services in the state. The board is also responsible for enforcing professional standards and ethics, and for investigating complaints and allegations of misconduct. Additionally, the ABALB maintains a public directory of licensed ABA's and collaborates with other state agencies and professional organizations. A license is not required for Registered Behavior Technicians.	#501 #081
Autism Society of Alabama The ASA's mission is to improve services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families through education and advocacy. Our vision is to have every individual with autism be understood, be accepted and supported in all community spaces. The ASA responds daily to requests for information. We maintain a resource list of services that have been recommended by families and professionals. Additional services include: community education, parent networking, community events, safety resources, financial assistance through family grants, and more.	#501
Alabama Psychologist Search or License Verification Psychologist Search or License Verification in the state of AL by first name, last name or license number. Updates are performed daily.	#501
National Alliance on Mental Illness Alabama An organization of families, friends and individuals in the state of AL whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Together, we advocate for better lives for those individuals who have a mental illness. The mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy for persons with mental illnesses, their families, and others whose lives are affected by these brain disorders. Our values include hope, empowerment, compassion, knowledge and inclusion.	#501
Alabama Psychological Association (aPA) Psychologists in AL affectionately refer to their organization as "little aPA" to distinguish it from "big APA." The association was established in 1950 for the purpose of advancing the science of psychology, its professional practice, and as a means of promoting human welfare. aPA strives to maintain high standards in professional psychology and to make available to the public information regarding psychology as a science and as a profession. The membership of aPA includes Practitioners, Academicians and Non-Practitioners, Associate Members and Affiliate (Student) Members.	#501
Alabama Mental Health Directory An independent mental health directory designed to provide statewide listings of private practitioners and organizations, providing mental health services, support, and information in the state of AL. It is an initiative of the Jefferson County Mental Health Group and is for those looking for mental health resources only.	#501
Alabama Association for Behavior Analysis The ALABA serves as a scientific and professional reference group and is a membership organization devoted to developing, supporting, and enhancing behavior analysis through research, education, and practice in the state of AL. We are a membership-based organization that provides an annual convention as a forum for presentation of scientific and technological achievements. Our goal is to promote research that will advance the understanding of behavior and to identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures that meet the educational and habilitative needs of individuals. The association is an affiliate chapter of the ABAI.	#501 #081
Alabama Psychiatric Physicians Association APPA is a district branch of the American Psychiatric Association and is the only association exclusively representing psychiatrists in the State of AL. Our mission is to promote the highest quality care for individuals with mental disorders, including intellectual developmental disorders and substance use disorders. For more than 165 years, APPA has provided the tools and resources to nurture and preserve the profession of psychiatry.	#501

Alabama Psychology Related Podcasts

Explore our list of Alabama psychology podcasts featuring guests who are currently or were previously employed as graduate-level psychology professionals or attending/attended a graduate psychology program in the state. Some podcasts also feature students related to the state. For a wider selection, view our complete list of psychology podcasts where students can learn from psychologists, educators, practitioners and students across all states and subject areas.