Key Details
Program Start Dates
September 2025
Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.
Credential
Degree
Program Duration
9 Semesters / 4 YearsProgram Contacts
Coordinator
Chair School of Community Services
Program Overview
Turn your ability to lend a compassionate, listening ear into a career where your commitment to helping others is front and centre
If you have an interest in understanding the behaviours of others, have an investigative nature, excel in social situations, and care deeply about the well-being of others, then a rewarding career in psychology may be for you!
Through a trauma-informed approach to care, you will gain knowledge and skills in psychology over the course of four years to support individuals from diverse backgrounds and improve socially important behaviour, including addictions, health, education, psychological disorders, traumatic injuries, and the treatment of prevalent developmental disabilities.
This unique program allows you the ability to specialize in therapeutic practices, behavioural sciences, or pursue a general degree in applied psychology in your second year. Included are opportunities for a fully paid internship, applied research, preparation for graduate studies, and applying your training in community settings.
As a graduate, you will be able to pursue graduate studies in various Psychology programs (e.g., Applied Psychology, clinical/Counselling Psychology, Educational Psychology), Applied Disability Studies, or Applied Behavioural Analysis.
Already have a diploma in the field of community services? Connect with us!
Graduates who hold an Ontario diploma in child and youth care, social service worker, social service worker – Indigenous specialization, or development services worker can complete the degree in as little as two years!
For more details about this option please email us at cips@cambriancollege.ca
Receive up to $2,000 when you take Cambrian’s Applied Psychology degree program!
Start your four-year Bachelor of Applied Psychology program with a financial edge! Become a full-time student in semester one in September 2025 and you will automatically qualify for a $1,000 entrance scholarship. Maintain a grade point average of 75% and you could receive another $1,000 when you start semester two!
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Only program of its kind in Ontario to offer three streams of specialization
- Complete your degree as a psychology generalist or specialize in either therapeutic practices or behavioural sciences
- Opportunity for a paid internship
- Gain hands-on, practical work experience throughout the program
- Opportunity to complete a thesis or major paper to prepare for further research and graduate programs
- Focus on diversity and inclusion to provide culturally sensitive care to Indigenous communities and special populations
Admissions
Admission requirements
To be eligible to enter the Honours Bachelor of Applied Psychology program, graduates of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSS; 30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status must complete at least six grade 12 U/M courses with a minimum overall average of 65% and must qualify to obtain their OSSD.
Ontario High School applicants require the following Grade 12 credits:
- Any grade 12 English (U) (minimum 60%)
- Any 5 additional grade 12 courses (U) or (M)
Applicants with previous post-secondary education will be assessed on an individual basis in accordance with College and PEQAB guidelines/policies for advanced standing.
Additional admission requirements
Applicants with transcripts from institutions where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum test score on one of the following language proficiency tests or equivalent scores from another internationally recognized English language test:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88, paper-based test 570
- CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
- PTE Academic 61
Note:
To participate in the Internship, students will need Synergy Basic clearance including: First Aid, CPR C, CPIC Vulnerable Sector Check, WHIMIS, AODA, Workplace Health & Safety, Workplace Violence & Prevention, and a WSIB Student Agreement.
Additional medical clearance may be required for some placement sites which support vulnerable populations, including: MMR, TB Step 1 and 2, Varicella, Tetanus/ Diphtheria (Td), Pertussis, Polio, and Hepatitis B.
Academic Upgrading
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Program delivery
Program delivery
2025-2026
Fall term start
- Semester 1: Fall 2025
- Semester 2: Winter 2026
- Semester 3: Fall 2026
- Semester 4: Winter 2027
- Semester 5: Fall 2027
- Semester 6: Winter 2028
- Semester 7: Spring 2028
- Semester 8: Fall 2028
- Semester 9: Winter 2029
Program of Study
Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
| PSY 1107 | Principles of Psychology I | 3 |
| PSY 1108 | Human Development I | 3 |
| PSY 1109 | Intro Practice and Self Care | 3 |
| EDI 1100 | Equity Diversity Inclusion | 3 |
| ENG 1108 | Critical Information Literacy | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PSY 1201 | Models of Couns Practice | 3 |
| PSY 1205 | Intro to ABA | 3 |
| PSY 1206 | Principles of Psychology II | 3 |
| PSY 1208 | Intro to Trauma and Behaviour | 3 |
| SCI 1201 | Human Sexuality | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| EDI 2301 | Dimension of Social Inequality | 3 |
| PSY 2304 | Motivation | 3 |
| PSY 2305 | Research Methods | 3 |
| PSY 2307 | Counselling Ethics | 3 |
| One Degree Breadth Elective Course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| MTH 2404 | Statistics I | 3 |
| PSY 2401 | Biological Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 2404 | Trauma Informed Practices | 3 |
| One Degree Breadth Elective Course. 1 | 3 | |
| One course from Group A ot B. | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Semester 5 | ||
| IND 3501 | Indigenous Healing | 3 |
| PSY 3503 | Observation and Documentation | 3 |
| PSY 3505 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| One Degree Breadth Elective Course. 1 | 3 | |
| One course from Group A. | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| PSY 3602 | Psychological Assessment | 3 |
| PSY 3605 | Personality | 3 |
| PSY 3603 | Placement Seminar | 3 |
| One course from Group B. | 3 | |
| MTH 3604 | Statistics II | 3 |
| (OR One Degree Breadth for Research Paper Stream) 1 | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| PSY 3701 | Internship | 12 |
| Credits | 12 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Semester 8 | ||
| PSY 4806 | Cognition and the Brain | 3 |
| EDI 4801 | Inclusive Practice Topics | 3 |
| One Degree Breadth Elective Course. 1 | 3 | |
| One course from Group A or B. | 3 | |
| PSY 4801 | Thesis I | 3 |
| (OR Degree Breadth Elective Course for students taking the Major Research Paper in Semester 9) 1 | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Semester 9 | ||
| COM 4906 | Interprofessional Collaborations | 3 |
| PSY 4902 | Psychopharm | 3 |
| One course from Group A or B. | 3 | |
| One Degree Breadth. 1 | 3 | |
| PSY 4901 | Thesis II | 3 |
| (OR PSY 4904 Major Research Paper) | ||
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 132 | |
Majors
During the degree program, students will be exposed to general Psychology education through core courses, knowledge in other domains through non-core degree breadth courses, and specialized majors in a chosen discipline.
1. General Psychology
In the Bachelor of Applied Psychology program (HBAP), students will learn about the history and main theoretical approaches to the broader field of psychology. Through the selection of courses from the HBAP Group A and Group B lists, students can deepen their understanding of behavioural sciences and therapeutic practices to prepare them as graduates with well-rounded knowledge and skills in the field of applied psychology.
Students wishing to graduate with a General Psychology degree without a major can select electives from any of the areas listed above to develop a more rounded skill set.
Note: Some courses have required pre-requisites. Please plan accordingly.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GROUP A | ||
| PSY 2308 | ABA Concepts and Principles | 3 |
| PSY 2309 | Autism and Developmental Disabilities | 3 |
| PSY 2409 | ABA Measure and Experimental Design | 3 |
| PSY 3507 | Dual Diagnosis | 3 |
| PSY 3508 | ABA Assessment | 3 |
| PSY 3606 | ABA Behavioural Change Procedure | 3 |
| PSY 4807 | Compassionate Care in ABA | 3 |
| PSY 4905 | Applications of ABA | 3 |
| GROUP B | ||
| PSY 2310 | Models of Counselling Practice II | 3 |
| PSY 2408 | Mental Health and Addictions | 3 |
| PSY 3607 | Counselling for Couples/Groups | 3 |
| PSY 3509 | Grief and Loss | 3 |
| PSY 4808 | Trauma-Informed Interventions | 3 |
| PSY 4903 | Trauma In Organizations | 3 |
2. Behavioural Science
Students wishing to graduate with a major in the Behavioural Science Stream will note the following changes in delivery:
| Honours Bachelor of Applied Psychology | General Stream | Behavioural Science Stream |
| SEM 3 | EDI 2301 Dimensions of Social Inequity | PSY 2308 ABA: Concepts and Principles |
| Degree Breadth | PSY 2309 Autism and Develop. Disabilities | |
| SEM 4 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 2403 Ethics and Behavioural Analysis |
| Degree Breadth | PSY 2409 ABA: Measurement and Experimental Design | |
| SEM 5 | Select 1 course from Group A | PSY 3507 Dual Diagnosis |
| Degree Breadth | PSY 3508 ABA: Assessment and Intervention | |
| SEM 6 | Select 1 course from Group B | PSY 3606 ABA: Behavioural Change Procedure |
| SEM 8 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 4807 Compassionate Care in ABA |
| SEM 9 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 4905 Applications of ABA |
3. Therapeutic Practices
Students wishing to graduate with a major in the Therapeutic Practices Stream will note the following changes in delivery:
| Honours Bachelor of Applied Psychology | General Stream | Therapeutic Practices Stream |
| SEM 3 | Degree Breadth | PSY 2310 Models of Counselling Practice II |
| SEM 4 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 2408 Mental Health and Addictions |
| SEM 5 | Select 1 course from Group A | PSY 3509 Greif and Loss |
| SEM 6 | Select 1 course from Group B | PSY 3607 Counselling for Couples and Groups |
| SEM 8 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 4808 Trauma-Informed Interventions |
| SEM 9 | Select 1 course from Group A or B | PSY 4903 Trauma in Organizations |
Important Notice
Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.
Tuition and ancillary fees
Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.
Books and supplies
Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.
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Work-integrated learning (WIL)
Take your education beyond the classroom!
Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) resources
Your program may give you the opportunity to gain practical work experience through a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement. Before starting your program it’s important to understand the differences between the opportunities as well as the requirements.
Before starting your program it’s important to understand the requirements.
Field of Study
School of Community Services
Discover the profound difference you can make in the lives of others when you follow the rewarding and noble path provided by Cambrian’s School of Community Services. Community Services programs prepare you to address social and community needs, support child and family welfare, navigate support systems and become a powerful force for positive change.
Career Outcomes
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
Minimum technology requirements
- Regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection
- Web cam and headset
- Personal computer
- Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 operating system
- Web browser: Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Apple Mac
- OS X operating system
- Web browser: Firefox or Safari
You’ll be accessing industry-standard software as part of your program. Your program coordinator and IT will set you up with access on your computer or within our campus labs. If you have any questions about these technology requirements, please email info@cambriancollege.ca or call (705) 566-8101, ext. 7303.
System requirements for assistive technology
To access the widest range of assistive technology (AT), a Windows-based computer is recommended.
- Recommended OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Recommended CPU: Intel or AMD multicore processor
- Recommended RAM: 8 GB
- Recommended storage for assistive technology: 8 GB of available hard drive of solid state drive space (please note this is not the total drive size and refers specifically to available space needed for assistive technology)
- Recommended audio: Speakers or headphones for text-to-speech and microphone for speech input.
While Apple computers can provide many AT options, some specialized software may not be available/compatible with this platform. Please consult with the Glenn Crombie Centre for further details.
Bring your own device (BYOD)
Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!
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