Master of Arts - Community Psychology - Program Development

Community psychology focuses on the solutions to human problems in a wide variety of settings, by developing theory, research, and practice to enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, institutions, and entire communities. Community Psychology advocates for social justice by empowering marginalized communities and seeks to strengthen health and well-being through community partnership and prevention programs. For 50 years, the University of New Haven's Master of Arts in Community Psychology has successfully prepared graduates for professional careers in mental health and related human services.

The University of New Haven provide a distinctive applied psychology education. They offer four program concentrations – community mental health, community research and evaluation, program development, and forensic psychology – that enable students to tailor the curriculum to meet their individual needs and professional goals.

Students will learn to apply different psychological and social sciences theories and approaches to understand and impact the complex forces that influence individual and community behavior and well-being.