Master in Stress & Health Management (MSSHM) - HAEC

• World-Class Faculty - You’ll be taught by an exceptional team of biomedical research scientists and expert practitioners in clinical psychology, nutrition, psychotherapy, and management. Many of the faculty have served as senior health policy analysts, scientific advisors to governments, and executive officers in hospitals, businesses, and foundations.
• Holistic Education - You’ll be encouraged to develop and express yourself as both a scholar and a professional practitioner. You’ll build strong skills in designing, conducting, and communicating the findings of your research. At the same time, you’ll learn techniques and methods to tackle stress that you can immediately implement in your practice.
• Balance of Theory and Hands-On Learning - The program gives equal weight to theory and practical learning. Courses are taught through an engaging mix of lectures, hands-on workshops, case-based learning, problem sets, and scientific presentations.

Core Courses

• Principles of Complexity, Homeostasis and Stress
• Biology and Psycho-Neuroendocrinology of Stress
• Research Design and Evaluation
• Statistics and Hypothesis Testing
• Health Promotion Principles and Practice
• The Role of Stress in Health and Disease
• Adaptation and Stress Response to Climate and Societal Challenges
• Evidence-Based Stress Management
• Thesis Research and Completion

Elective Courses

• Foundations of Counseling
• Leadership and Organizational Behavior
• Project Management
• Stress Manifestations over the Life Course

Hellenic American University is a private, non-profit American university accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Hellenic American University programs are offered in Athens through Hellenic American College, which is licensed by the Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports. Graduates receive their degree directly from Hellenic American University.

• Need-based Scholarships: Awarded to students with demonstrated financial need and reviewed annually based on academic performance.
• Merit-based Scholarships: Awarded based on exceptional academic achievement, leadership skills, or community service.
• Corporate Scholarships: Partial or full tuition coverage for selected employees of partner organizations.
• Early Bird Scholarships: Available to qualified applicants who complete their enrollment early.
• Special Scholarship Programs: Announced on a case-by-case basis and may target specific academic programs, applicant groups, or partnering institutions.
• Tuition Guarantee Program: Tuition rates established upon initial enrollment remain fixed until graduation, subject to program terms.

Scholarships cover tuition for courses that count toward degree completion. They do not cover other fees or financial obligations incurred from courses dropped after the add/drop period.

Financial aid applications for new students are submitted alongside the admission application. Evaluation takes place following the applicant's academic acceptance.

• Higher education from an accredited American university.
• Accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
• Modern degree programs that combine theoretical knowledge with real-world practical application.
• Personalized support: Small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a mentoring system that help every student reach their full potential.
• Study in the heart of Athens, within an international and multicultural environment.
• Fixed tuition until graduation through the Tuition Guarantee Program.
• Scholarships and financial aid based on academic and financial criteria.
• Online learning options and evening classes, ideal for working students.
• Strong career prospects: Based on the latest survey, 86% of graduates are employed, leveraging the knowledge and skills gained during their studies.