IF YOU’RE FASCINATED by human behavior, you might find yourself in demand in a range of industries. The study of psychology offers unique career pathways, from the social sciences and services to education; from healthcare to business, finance, sales or industrial organization; or from human resources to criminalistics.*
Upon completing this program, students will be prepared to immediately enter the workforce in fields such as human resources, public relations, business and the helping professions. This bachelor’s degree in psychology also readies you to enter graduate school in a variety of psychology disciplines (clinical, industrial/organizational, etc.) — and better yet, 福利视频 offers accelerated programs to fast-track your advanced degree.
*U.S. Census Bureau, 2012 American Community Survey
Our curriculum and coursework also let you select from a generous choice of free electives and minors, where you can explore additional interests and potential career tracks. Learn more about clinical psychology and mental illness.
Focus Your Studies: You can also pursue a 24-credit Counseling Psychology specialization to discover effective counseling practices in a supervised clinical environment or choose to study the theories and techniques of group therapy, crisis management, marriage and family, addiction or case management.
Explore the full 福利视频 Catalog course listing for your respective campus:
In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.
I love the idea of what makes people act the way they do. I loved the environment. It鈥檚 a smaller school with more chances of learning what I want and learning it well.
Professor
I am a counseling psychologist by training. Prior to joining the program at 福利视频, I worked as a therapist at Ohio University and Virginia Tech.
Professor and Department Chair
Cheryl Almeida, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Counselor Education, has a doctoral degree in Developmental and Educational Psychology from Boston...
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.
Occupation | Growth | Median Salary |
---|---|---|
Child, Family, and School Social Workers | 9% | $50,390 |
Education Administrators, postsecondary | 7% | $96,910 |
Psychiatric Technicians and Aides | 9% | $36,230 |
Psychologists | 6% | $81,040 |
Psychology Teachers, postsecondary | 12% | $79,640 |
Social and Human Service Assistants | 12% | $37,610 |
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | 12% | $79,640 |
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | 22% | $48,520 |
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, . Job outlook: 2021-2031. Median salary: 2021.
Fast-Track BS in Psychology and MS in Counseling
If you are eligible, you can apply for 福利视频’s Psychology/Addiction Counseling Combined B.S./M.S. or Psychology/Clinical Mental Health Counseling Combined B.S./M.S. programs.
Receive your bachelor’s degree in Psychology and master’s degree in Addiction Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling — and start working toward your professional licensure a full semester ahead of schedule.
Pursue an Accelerated Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology
While completing your B.S. degree at 福利视频, you can also begin work on an online through our College of Professional Studies. Deepen your understanding of how to positively shape workplace environments by studying team dynamics, talent development, organizational culture, and more. Then stand out from the competition with your expertise in the growing field of organizational psychology.
Join the Psych Club or get active with groups addressing autism, dating violence, art therapy or veterans’ issues. Be a part of the Student Athlete Leadership Training (SALT) organization, where counseling students facilitate psycho-educational groups with student athletes on conflict resolution and leadership prep, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills as a group leader.