Applied Psychology of Child Advocacy Studies

University of Missouri–St. Louis

United States of America, Saint Louis

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University of Missouri–St. Louis

United States of America , Saint Louis

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines23-Aug-2021 June-2021

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Duration 48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 999 / credit

Apply Date June-2021

Next Intake 23-Aug-2021

Applied Psychology of Child Advocacy Studies

About

Overview Children are our future and the most vulnerable members of society. Unfortunately, there are times when children need adults to speak out on their behalf by protecting their rights and ensuring that the child’s best interest is served. Studying child advocacy generates an understanding of healthy child well-being, the impact of traumatic stress and maltreatment, and strategies to work more effectively to protect against or respond to these incidents. This applicable, innovative and accessible degree prepares graduates to move into a variety of child serving sectors. This interdisciplinary program is enhanced by hands-on skill development, immersive learning experiences and mentoring from professionals in the workforce and is one of the first three majors of its kind in the country.Outcomes and Career OutlookUpon completion of the BA in Applied Psychology of Child Advocacy Studies at University of Missouri–St. Louis, graduates will be able to develop and demonstrate Trauma Informed Experiential and Reasoning Skills, apply empirical and conceptual knowledge of traumatic stress, think critically about how to respond to childhood traumatic stress to promote resiliency in children and families. Graduates can advocate for trauma-informed policy changes that promote the well-being of all children, including those which prevent child abuse and secondary traumatic stress. I want to find another Bachelor Course

The BA in Applied Psychology of Child Advocacy Studies at University of Missouri–St. Louis prepares students to be trauma-informed professionals who respond appropriately to experiences of traumatic stress and maltreatment in children and adolescents.

Disciplines

Psychology

Early Childhood Education

Educational Psychology

Requirements

Other Requirements

1 : Students in their last year of high school should submit transcripts for all years completed thus far. Students who have completed high school must submit final transcripts and degree certificates or exam results.Students who have studied at a college or university must submit university transcripts to date. If you have completed more than 24 credit hours at a university, you do not need to submit high school transcripts.Transcripts are required from all high schools or universities attended.