Tampa Psychology Schools & Programs The University of South Florida offers a bachelor of arts in psychology as well as a doctorate in one of three areas: clinical psychology, cognitive and neural sciences, or industrial-organizational psychology. The University of Tampa offers bachelor of arts or science degrees in psychology, as does Clearwater Christian College. Polk Community College in nearby Lakeland offers psychology coursework as part of its liberal arts associate's degree. Southeastern University, also in Lakeland, offers a bachelor of arts in psychology.

Forecasts through 2012 for jobs in Tampa show moderate to high increases in the number of full-time positions in psychology-related occupations. Clinical, counseling and school psychologists can expect growth of 27%, and industrial-organizational psychologists 28%. Community and social services occupations are expected to increase 26%, including growth of 12% for substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors, 9% for marriage and family therapists, 26% for mental health counselors, and 14% for rehabilitation counselors. Jobs for post-secondary psychology teachers are expected to increase by 36%.

Psychology Schools, Programs & Courses in Tampa
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.
  • University of Phoenix
    Counseling, Community Counseling, Educational Counseling, Human Services, Marriage, Family and Child Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling
  • Argosy University - Tampa
    Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Organizational Leadership




Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why Tampa is a Great Place to Study Psychology
Anchored by the University of Florida's psychology program, Tampa, FL, offers plenty of options for people interested in studying psychology. When it comes time to look for a job, students will find a variety of possibilities, including a Veterans Affairs hospital, a large public school system, and other healthcare facilities such as Tampa General Hospital. All things considered, things are looking up for the prospective psychology student in Tampa.

Other Resources for Psychology Education and Careers in Tampa
  • The Carter-Jenkins Center
  • Tampa Bay Psychoanalytic Society
  • The Florida Mental Health Counselors Association
  • Licensing - State of Florida Website
  • Mental Health Care, Inc.
  • Psychology - Employers in Tampa
  • Tampa General Hospital
  • Hillsborough County Public Schools
  • University Community Health
  • The James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Medical Center
  • Memorial Hospital of Tampa

  • Psychology - Internship Opportunities in Tampa
  • The Florida Mental Health Institute
  • The James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Medical Center
  • The Spring of Tampa Bayorganization.
  • Metropolitan Ministries
  • United Way of Tampa Bay
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