Bachelor of Science
When you pursue a degree in psychology at Hesser College, you will study human behavior
and the mental processes that drive that behavior. Through the coursework, you will
have the opportunity to learn how to assess and evaluate theories and practices
related to the social, emotional, cognitive, and biological bases of how the human
psyche works. Electives give you the opportunity to investigate a wide variety of
interests in the field including:
- Psychology in social work
- Clinical and/or counseling psychology
- Educational psychology
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded a bachelor of science
degree.
Program Features
- The option of choosing electives focused on an applied approach with counseling
courses and externships
- The option of choosing electives connected with the criminal justice offerings at
Hesser College
Potential Career Opportunities
As a graduate of this program, you may seek future entry-level employment opportunities
such as:
- Human services
- Child welfare
- Social worker
- Research technician
- Human resources
- Nonprofit service agencies
- Government social services
Courses and Typical Length of Study
The approximate length of study for this program is 120 semester credit hours.
Major Requirements
and Electives |
Semester
Credit Hours |
| HUMN |
Electives (300–400 level) |
3 |
| NSCI |
Electives (300–400 level) |
3 |
| PSYC101 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC105 |
Introduction to Human Services Methods |
3 |
Developmental Elective - Choice of one of the three below:
|
3 |
| PSYC113 |
Child and Adolescent Growth and Development |
|
| PSYC116 |
Adult Development and Aging |
|
| PSYC230 |
Human Growth and Development: Lifespan |
|
| |
|
|
| PSYC211 |
Interviewing Skills and Case Management |
3 |
| PSYC245 |
Research Methods |
3 |
| PSYC260 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC301 |
Statistics and Measurement |
3 |
| PSYC305 |
Cognitive Theory –OR– |
|
| PSYC312 |
Applied Behavioral Analysis |
3 |
| PSYC371 |
Theories of Counseling |
3 |
| PSYC405 |
Integration of Theory, Research and Practice Seminar |
3 |
| PSYC420 |
Professional Ethics in Social Science |
3 |
| PSYC |
Electives (any 6; externship is strongly recommended) |
18 |
| SOCI101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| SOCI110 |
Contemporary Social Problems |
3 |
| OPEN |
Non PSYC Electives (one 100–200 level, three 300–400 level) |
12 |
General Education Courses |
|
| GNED101 |
Foundations of Learning |
3 |
| GNED201 |
Critical Thinking Workshop |
3 |
| GNED3XX |
Upper Seminar |
3 |
| PSYC480 |
Psychology Capstone Senior Capstone |
3 |
| ENGL101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| ENGL102 |
English Composition II |
3 |
| ENGL105 |
Oral Communications |
3 |
| MATH110 |
Introductory Algebra (or higher) |
3 |
| MATH199 |
Statistics I |
3 |
| NSCI |
Natural Science course |
3 |
| SOCI |
Social Science course (2) – one 200 level or higher |
6 |
| HUMN |
Humanities course (2) – one 200 or higher |
6 |
Total Credit Hours
|
120
|
Program Outcomes
The psychology program is designed such that graduates meet the following outcomes:
-
Demonstrate understanding of psychological theories
- Demonstrate an understanding of psychology research
- Use critical thinking skills professionally and in everyday life
- Apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues
- Demonstrate familiarity with ethical principles in psychology
- Communicate professionally within the field of psychology
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