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Design and implement strategies that improve workplace effectiveness and help organizations adapt to evolving needs. Organizational Development and Change Management Professionals analyze systems, processes, and culture; guide leaders and teams through transitions; and apply evidence-based practices to strengthen performance and resilience. Their work ensures organizations can manage change successfully while fostering healthy, sustainable growth.

Create programs and initiatives that promote employee well-being, engagement, and a positive organizational culture. Workplace Wellness Professionals design and evaluate corporate wellness strategies, support mental health and work-life balance, and develop practices that foster belonging and inclusion. By addressing both individual needs and systemic barriers, they help organizations cultivate healthier, more productive, and sustainable workplaces.

Work with individuals and teams to enhance leadership capacity, improve decision-making, and guide organizational growth. Leadership and Executive Coaches assess strengths and areas for development, design tailored coaching strategies, and support leaders in navigating challenges, fostering collaboration, and driving performance. Through their work, they help organizations build resilient, adaptive, and effective leadership at every level.

Design and deliver programs that address pressing social issues — from family and domestic violence to services for children and older adults — strengthening support networks and enhancing quality of life in roles such as:

• Community Program Coordinator: Develop initiatives that respond to local needs.
• Family Services Specialist: Support families navigating domestic challenges.
• Youth Program Manager: Create resources and opportunities for children and adolescents.
• Social Services Case Manager: Connect individuals with essential community resources.

Develop and implement wellness initiatives, influence health policy, and improve health and community outcomes within hospitals, clinics, and public health systems in roles such as:

• Wellness Program Manager: Lead organizational wellness initiatives.
• Patient Experience Manager: Improve care delivery and satisfaction.
• Program Manager: Oversee health promotion or behavioral health programs.
• Health Coach: Guide hospital patients in lifestyle, nutrition, and stress management.

Inform decision-making at the local, national, and global levels by translating psychological research into actionable policy, advocating for systemic reform, and promoting sustainable wellness practices in roles such as:

• Policy Analyst: Evaluate and shape policies that impact community well-being.
• Legislative Affairs Specialist: Advise policymakers on wellness and mental health initiatives
• Public Health Policy Advisor: Integrate research into population health strategies.
• Advocacy Director: Lead campaigns to advance systemic reforms in health and wellness.

Study human behaviour in organizational settings to generate insights that inform strategy and decision-making. Research and Behavioural Analytics Professionals design and conduct studies, analyze data on workplace performance and culture, and translate findings into practical recommendations. Their work helps organizations understand employee needs, predict trends, and implement evidence-based solutions that drive effectiveness and innovation.

Collaborate with schools, universities, and advocacy organizations to expand access to wellness resources, strengthen resilience in learning environments, and advance public understanding of mental health through outreach and awareness initiatives in roles such as:

• School Wellness Coordinator: Design programs that promote student and staff well-being.
• Community Outreach Coordinator: Connect organizations with mental health resources and programs.
• Advocate: Advance public understanding and influencing legislation around mental health and wellness
• Training and Education Specialist: Deliver workshops and curricula on stress management, resilience, and wellness.

The Adler counselling psychology program in Vancouver, B.C., was named among the top 10 best by CourseCompare, Canada’s education resource that helps learners reach their career goals. The University’s counselling psychology program was ranked No. 8 on the Best Master’s in Counselling Psychology in Canada of 2026 list. CourseCompare compiled the list by evaluating programs based on practicum hour requirements, accreditation with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and other provincial licensing bodies, graduation and employment rates, delivery methods, and program reputation among students, graduates, and employers.

Adler has been an annual recipient of the Higher Education Excellence and Distinction (HEED) Award from Insight Into Academia magazine since 2024. Recipients of the annual HEED Award — a national honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities — demonstrate an outstanding commitment to academic excellence, belonging, and community-building across all levels of campus life.

OnlineMasters.com ranked the Adler University Master of Arts in Psychology among the top 10 online master’s in psychology programs for 2026. The recognition appears on the publication’s annual list of the 50 Best Online Master’s in Psychology Programs. The University’s online master’s in psychology provides the knowledge base and skills necessary for career growth or for pursuing a terminal degree across a broad range of applications and industries. Students learn from expert faculty to apply data-driven analysis and ethical psychological principles in organizations, groups, and communities worldwide.

OnlineMasters.com focuses exclusively on accredited, nonprofit institutions offering online and hybrid master’s programs. Each ranked school receives an Online Master’s Score ranging from 0 to 100 (Adler scored a 95.35), reflecting overall performance across the four core criteria most predictive of graduate student success. Schools selected for distinction demonstrate strong academic foundations, competitive tuition structures, meaningful student support systems, and clear career pathways for graduates.

Forbes Advisor names the Adler University Master of Arts in Counseling: Art Therapy as one of the “Best Art Therapy Master’s Online Programs” in the country. The recognition affirms the program’s role in preparing clinicians to integrate creative modalities within contemporary mental health practices. The program was also designated as one of the “best for doctorate hopefuls,” underscoring its role as a foundation for advanced scholarship, including progression into Adler’s Doctor of Philosophy in Art Therapy program.

Forbes Advisor, a reputable source for insightful financial and educational rankings, rigorously evaluated online master’s programs in art therapy across the United States. Forbes Advisor’s methodology draws data from the National Center for Education Statistics, education providers, and respected educational and professional organizations. The ranking is based on five key factors, including affordability and credibility, and incorporates 15 distinct metrics. Student experience is heavily weighted in the evaluation process, ensuring that top-ranked programs deliver meaningful academic and professional outcomes.

Forbes Advisor named Adler as having one of the country’s top online Doctor of Philosophy programs in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (I/O). The program received recognition on both the ‘Best Online Ph.D. In Organizational Psychology Programs Of 2024’ and ‘Best Online Doctorates In Psychology Of 2024’ lists. Among the institutions selected, Adler University stands out for its commitment to producing forward-thinking, socially responsible organizational experts who harness scientific research to optimize human potential.

Forbes Advisor, a reputable source for insightful financial and educational rankings, rigorously evaluated online Ph.D. programs in psychology and organizational psychology across the United States.

Research.com included Adler University in its 2024 Most Popular Psychology Degree Programs Ranking in America.

The recognition from Research.com reflects the University’s commitment to high-quality, student-centered psychology education. This acknowledgment underscores Adler’s success in fostering a rigorous and enriching academic environment based on a thorough evaluation led by experienced data scientists.

Intelligent.com ranked Adler in the top 25 across four categories for online psychology and leadership programs, using a comprehensive methodology that emphasized academic quality, cost, graduation rates, and return on investment. Adler was recognized for:

• #10 in Best One-Year Online Master’s in Psychology Degree Programs of 2025.
• #17 in Best Online Accelerated Master’s in Psychology Degree Programs of 2025.
• #25 in Best Online Master’s in Organizational Psychology Degree Programs of 2025.
• #25 in Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership Degree Programs of 2025.