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Psychology

Psychology is the science of behavior. Courses convey the principles, methods and theories necessary for a better understanding of human and animal behaviors.

Ample employment opportunities are available in assessment and treatment, human resource management, residential care and community and social services. Psychology graduates also find opportunities in alcohol and drug intervention, impatient and outpatient facilities for persons with chronic mental illness or developmental disabilities, educational and occupational testing, group home counseling, geriatric counseling, youth center management, employment counseling and family planning. 

Psychology provides a foundation for careers in education, business, sales, healthcare, public health, gerontology, law, administration, personnel management, government, advertising and public relations. The major allows students to increase their intrapersonal and interpersonal understanding and develop problem-solving, project management and information literacy skills. 

How will I focus my studies?

Studying psychology allows students to work toward a liberal arts degree rather than a specialized degree that prepares students for a specific type of job. Typically, students tailor their schedules according to their future career paths. These decisions generally fall into three categories: graduate studies, a career applying principles of psychology to human problems, or a career in a non-related field.

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Department of Psychology website

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