Structure You Can Count On, Flexibility You Need

Instructor-led learning at UMass Global gives working adults the best of both worlds: a predictable course schedule and the flexibility to study 100% online. Each structured 8-week session includes faculty-guided discussions, peer collaboration, and real-time support that help you stay engaged and on track. 

You’ll learn alongside a community of classmates and instructors who bring current, real-world experience into every module, so new skills are immediately relevant to your career. Every step of the way, our enrollment coaches, academic advisors, and one-stop specialists are there to help you balance deadlines, life, and next steps toward your degree.

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Why Students Choose Instructor-Led Programs

Designed for students who thrive with routine, dedicated support, and community, these programs provide:

  • Built-in momentum through weekly deadlines and instructor guidance makes it easier to stay motivated.
  • Real-time instructor and peer engagement help students feel connected and supported.
  • Group learning opens the door to collaboration, shared perspectives, and networking opportunities.
  • A clear weekly path can be especially helpful for students entering a new field or returning to school after time away.

UMass Global Instructor-Led Benefits

Structured Accountability

Stay on track with guided weekly lessons, due dates, and regular instructor check-ins that help busy adults maintain momentum and finish their courses with confidence.

Dedicated Resources

From application through graduation, you have access to enrollment coaches, academic advisors, tutoring, career resources, and tech support designed for working adults in fully online programs.

Faculty-Led Courses

Scenario-based courses led by practitioner-faculty connect theory to real workplace challenges, with small classes that support interaction, feedback, and skill-building you can immediately apply to your career.

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Programs Offered

Learn More about Psychology (Industrial/Organizational), BA
100% Online
Psychology & Counseling

Psychology (Industrial/Organizational), BA

This online degree is designed for students interested in applying their psychology degree in a business setting. Students will learn how to address diversity issues, training, performance feedback, and other personnel issues.
Aug 31, 2026

Psychology (Industrial/Organizational), BA

100% Online
This online degree is designed for students interested in applying their psychology degree in a business setting. Students will learn how to address diversity issues, training, performance feedback, and other personnel issues.
Bachelor's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Psychology (Prep for Adv Study Counseling), BA
100% Online
Psychology & Counseling

Psychology (Prep for Adv Study Counseling), BA

Build upon your online psychology degree with four courses that introduce the student to the world of counseling. This focus prepares the student for the advanced study necessary for a career in counseling.
Aug 31, 2026

Psychology (Prep for Adv Study Counseling), BA

100% Online
Build upon your online psychology degree with four courses that introduce the student to the world of counseling. This focus prepares the student for the advanced study necessary for a career in counseling.
Bachelor's
08/31/2026
Learn More about Psychology (Prep for Adv Study in Psychology), BA
100% Online
Psychology & Counseling

Psychology (Prep for Adv Study in Psychology), BA

Build upon your online bachelor’s degree with four courses that introduce the student to different areas within the field of psychology. This concentration prepares the student for graduate study.
Aug 31, 2026

Psychology (Prep for Adv Study in Psychology), BA

100% Online
Build upon your online bachelor’s degree with four courses that introduce the student to different areas within the field of psychology. This concentration prepares the student for graduate study.
Bachelor's
08/31/2026
Learn More about School Counseling, PPS Credential
Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Psychology & Counseling

School Counseling, PPS Credential

Work with California students in grades K-12 in public school settings, community college/university counselor or private/corporate career counselor. This CTC accredited PPSC credential program is designed for students with a master’s degree in a counseling-related field interested in a school counseling credential. Apply Today!
Aug 31, 2026

School Counseling, PPS Credential

Incl. CWA Autho
CA Only
Work with California students in grades K-12 in public school settings, community college/university counselor or private/corporate career counselor. This CTC accredited PPSC credential program is designed for students with a master’s degree in a counseling-related field interested in a school counseling credential. Apply Today!
Credentials & Authorizations
08/31/2026
Learn More about School Social Work, PPS Credential
For UMassG MSW Students
CA Only
Social Work

School Social Work, PPS Credential

UMass Global MSW students can add this CTC-accredited Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work (PPSC-SSW) to become K-12 school social workers in CA.

School Social Work, PPS Credential

For UMassG MSW Students
CA Only
UMass Global MSW students can add this CTC-accredited Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work (PPSC-SSW) to become K-12 school social workers in CA.
Credentials & Authorizations
Learn More about Social Work, BA
100% Online
400 Field Hrs
Social Work

Social Work, BA

Make a difference with UMass Global's BA in Social Work. Combine online learning with 400 hours of supervised fieldwork to serve diverse communities.
Aug 31, 2026

Social Work, BA

100% Online
400 Field Hrs
Make a difference with UMass Global's BA in Social Work. Combine online learning with 400 hours of supervised fieldwork to serve diverse communities.
Bachelor's
08/31/2026
08/31/2026
Learn More about Social Work, Doctorate
Starts Aug 31
New Program
Social Work

Social Work, Doctorate

Advance your social work career with an online DSW focused on telehealth, online teaching, and social entrepreneurship. Apply to UMass Global today.
Aug 31, 2026

Social Work, Doctorate

Starts Aug 31
New Program
Advance your social work career with an online DSW focused on telehealth, online teaching, and social entrepreneurship. Apply to UMass Global today.
Doctorate
08/31/2026
Learn More about Social Work, Master
Online Coursework
6 starts/yr
Social Work

Social Work, Master

Advance your advocacy with UMass Global's CSWE-accredited MSW. Flexible online program with hands-on fieldwork prepares you for licensure and impact.
Aug 31, 2026

Social Work, Master

Online Coursework
6 starts/yr
Advance your advocacy with UMass Global's CSWE-accredited MSW. Flexible online program with hands-on fieldwork prepares you for licensure and impact.
Master's
08/31/2026
08/31/2026

WASC Senior College and University Commission

University of Massachusetts Global is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation

University of Massachusetts Global is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation

California Commission on Teaching Credentialing

University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC).

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

UMass Global's Bachelor and Master of Social Work programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

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