Every Program.
One Clinical Core.
From bachelor's degrees to master's programs, skills training, and professional diplomas, every ACU program is anchored in evidence-based practice, supervised clinical experience, and our acceptance-based philosophy.
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Social Work
This is a four-year undergraduate program that prepares students for entry-level professional practice in social services, focusing on human behavior, social justice, policy, and hands-on fieldwork. Graduates are qualified for licensure in many regions and can pursue careers in community service, healthcare, education, or continue to advanced standing in a Master of Social Work (MSW).
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is a 3–4-year undergraduate program that provides a scientific foundation in human behavior, mental processes, and brain functioning. It emphasizes research methods, statistics, and biological aspects of psychology, preparing students for entry-level roles in mental health, education, human resources, and research, while also serving as a pathway to graduate study.
Bachelor of Science in Health Management
This undergraduate degree is designed to prepare students for leadership and administrative roles in healthcare organizations. It combines knowledge of public health, business management, and healthcare systems to equip graduates with the skills needed to improve efficiency, quality, and accessibility in health services.
Master
Master of Public Health
This postgraduate degree is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in public health practice, policy, and research. It emphasizes population health, disease prevention, and health promotion, equipping graduates to address complex health challenges at local, national, and global levels.
Masters of Psychotherapy and Counseling
This postgraduate degree is designed to prepare students for advanced clinical practice in mental health. It integrates psychological theory, therapeutic techniques, and supervised clinical training to equip graduates with the skills to support individuals, couples, and groups in overcoming emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges.
Skills
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
This is a specialized training program designed to teach practical strategies for managing emotions, improving relationships, and enhancing resilience. Rooted in cognitive-behavioral principles, DBT emphasizes mindfulness, acceptance, and behavioral change, making it highly effective for individuals facing emotional dysregulation, stress, or interpersonal difficulties.
Diploma
Diploma in English Language
This is a short-term academic program designed to strengthen students' proficiency in English for academic, professional, and everyday communication. It emphasizes grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, while building fluency for higher education and professional settings.
140+ Clinical Training Sites
ACU maintains formal training agreements with VA medical centers, children's hospitals, community mental health centers, correctional facilities, and private group practices across the region and nationwide.
Every doctoral student completes a minimum of 1,500 supervised clinical hours before their APA-accredited internship year.
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