Detailed Information
Programs of Study
Argosy University, Tampa, offers the Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in clinical psychology, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, and school counseling; the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree in counselor education and supervision and organizational leadership; and the Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree in clinical psychology. Students completing a program may wish to become licensed professionals. Argosy University, Tampa does not guarantee third-party certification/licensure. Outside agencies control the requirements for taking and passing certification/licensing exams and are subject to change without notice to Argosy University, Tampa.
The M.A. in Clinical Psychology program is designed to meet the needs of both those students seeking a terminal degree at the master’s level and those who plan to pursue a doctoral degree. The terminal master’s degree is not, however, license-eligible in the state of Florida. The master’s degree provides students a strong clinical orientation with an emphasis in psychological assessment. The master’s program offers several unique advantages to those individuals who hope to subsequently pursue a doctoral degree. Admission to the master’s program or completion of the master’s degree does not guarantee admission to the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program.
The M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy program recognizes the need to provide marriage and family therapists with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential in the formation of marriage and family therapists committed to the ethical provision of quality services. The program introduces students to basic skills that integrate systemic theoretical foundations of marriage and family therapy into appropriate client interaction and intervention skills. The program has been developed by the school faculty members to provide working students with the opportunity to pursue personal and professional goals through completion of a master’s program.
The M.A. in Mental Health Counseling program recognizes the need to provide counseling professionals with the extensive knowledge, range of skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively in their professions. The program introduces students to basic counseling skills that integrate individual and group theoretical foundations of counseling into appropriate client interaction and intervention skills. The program emphasizes formation of professional counselors committed to the ethical provision of quality services. The program has been developed by the school faculty members to provide working professionals with the opportunity to pursue their personal and professional goals through completion of a master’s program.
The M.A. in School Counseling program serves adult students throughout the world. It provides a quality program in school counseling to meet the needs of students and the community. The focus of the program is student preparation and professional development while promoting teaching, learning, and service. The program remains faithful to its mission of preparing students to function at a high professional level in a rapidly changing world.
The Ed.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision program aligns with the master’s-level counselor education programs in order to encourage entry-level counseling students to work toward becoming doctoral-level advanced practitioners, educators, and supervisors. The program prepares counselors for a variety of settings by providing the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to provide leadership and advocacy, as well as serve in supervisory, training, and teaching positions in the counseling profession.
The Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership program is designed to meet the special requirements of working professionals who want to develop their knowledge and skills to handle the changing needs of modern organizations. The program can help working professionals pursue their personal and professional goals through completion of a graduate program. It focuses on the qualities of transformational leadership, not just managerial attributes. This approach enables the faculty members to dedicate themselves to preparing students to lead complex organizations faced with an abundance of strategic challenges, such as increasing globalization, changing economies, societal shifts, and individual-organizational relationships. It is the premise of the program that leaders prepared in this manner can be visionaries and innovators, leading viable organizations capable of meeting the challenges of the future.
The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program is designed to educate and train students so that they may eventually be able to function effectively as clinical psychologists. To ensure that students are prepared adequately, the curriculum is designed to provide for the meaningful integration of theory, training, and practice. The clinical psychology program emphasizes the development of attitudes, knowledge, and skills essential in the formation of professional psychologists who are committed to the ethical provision of quality services.
Research Facilities
Argosy University libraries provide curriculum support and educational resources, including current text materials, diagnostic training documents, reference materials and databases, journals and dissertations, and major and current titles in program areas. There is an online public-access catalog of library resources available throughout the Argosy University system. Students have remote access to the campus library database, enabling them to study and conduct research at home. Academic databases offer dissertation abstracts, academic journals, and professional periodicals. All library computers are Internet accessible. Software applications include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, and various test-scoring programs.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Argosy University, Tampa, offers access to federal and state aid programs, merit-based awards, grants, loans, and a work-study program. As a first step, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Prospective students can apply electronically at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov or at the campus.
Cost of Study
Tuition varies by program. Students should contact Argosy University, Tampa, for tuition information.
Living and Housing Costs
Students typically live in apartments in the metropolitan Tampa area. Living expenses vary according to each student’s preferred standard of living, housing, and transportation. The University does not offer or operate student housing. Most of the students are full-time working professionals who live within driving distance of the campus. Several nearby hotels offer special rates for those who commute from long distances. The Admissions Department also maintains a list of housing options, including contact information, for University students who wish to share housing. For more information, students should contact the Admissions Department.
Student Group
Admission to Argosy University, Tampa, is selective to ensure a dynamic and engaged student body. The University encourages diversity in academic and employment backgrounds and promotes integration of the student body into professional life through established connections with local and national professional associations. Argosy University offers a professionally oriented education with rich opportunities to gain practical experience in class, field placements, and internships. Full-time students and working professionals gain the extensive knowledge and range of skills necessary for effective performance in their chosen fields.
Student Outcomes
Students can register with the University’s online career-services system and use select services from a distance, such as degree-specific career e-mail lists, national job posts, and virtual job fairs. Students should contact the University for more information.
Location
Located in sunny Florida, Argosy University, Tampa, attracts a diverse student population from throughout the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Tampa’s central location affords students the opportunity to work for major corporations and hear speakers of international acclaim. The school offers rigorous programs of study in a supportive, collaborative environment. The campus sits within an hour’s drive of some of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, including the Disney theme parks, Busch Gardens, and the Florida Gulf Coast beaches. Major-league sporting events, concerts, theaters, world-renowned restaurants, recreational facilities, and a cosmopolitan social scene are all within easy reach. The University’s location provides easy access to I-4 and I-75. Tampa combines the opportunities of a large city with the friendliness of a small town.
The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metropolitan area offers a diversified economic base fueled by a broad array of companies, including Verizon Communications and JP Morgan Chase. In addition, Tampa serves as headquarters for three Fortune 100 companies–OSI Restaurant Partners; TECO, an energy provider; and Raymond James Financial.
The University
Argosy University is a private institution with nineteen locations across the nation. Argosy University, Tampa, provides a network of resources, including a career resources office, an academic resources center, and extensive information access for research. It offers the resources of a large university, plus the friendliness and personal attention of a small campus.
The innovative programs feature dynamic, relevant, and practical curricula delivered in flexible class formats. Students enjoy scheduling options that make it easier to fit school into their busy lives, choosing from day and evening courses, on campus or online. Many students find a combination of class formats to be an ideal way of continuing their education while meeting family and professional demands.
Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602; 800-621-7440 (toll-free); http://www.ncahlc.org).
Applying
Argosy University, Tampa, accepts students year-round on a rolling admissions basis, depending on availability of required courses. Applications for admission are available online or by contacting the campus.
The Faculty
- The Argosy University faculty is comprised of working professionals who are eager to help students succeed. Members bring real-world experience and the latest practice innovations to the academic setting. The diverse faculty members of the College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences are widely recognized for contributions to the field. Many are published scholars, and most hold doctoral degrees. They are committed to providing a substantive education that combines comprehensive knowledge with critical skills and practical workplace relevance. Above all, faculty members are committed to their students’ personal and professional development.
Correspondence and Information
Argosy University, Tampa
Parkside at Tampa Bay Park
4401 North Himes Avenue, Suite 150
Tampa, Florida 33614
Telephone:
813-393-5290
800-850-6488 (toll-free)
Fax:
813-874-1989
Email:
auadmissions@argosy.edu
