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 Course CatalogCampus Undergraduate ProgramCounseling, Psychological Studies, and Human ServicesThe Department of Counseling, Psychological Studies, and Human Services is dedicated to the exploration and understanding of the art and science of being human. The philosophical emphasis of the program is on positive psychology as applied to counseling. The program provides you with a solid foundation of knowledge blended with active/experiential learning inside and outside the classroom. The curriculum allows you to choose courses from a menu format to create your own specialty concentration in counseling psychology. Possibilities for creative concentrations might include, but are not limited to, ecopsychology and outdoor therapy, counseling psychology, and developmental studies. As you pursue your own path of study, our goals are for you to achieve the following competencies: self-understanding, critical thinking, creative expression, and activism. We challenge and foster all of our majors to grow both personally and professionally, to be leaders in the field, and to actively contribute to a better community and world. Our program of study provides you with a theoretical and applied foundation for launching you into a counseling career, further graduate work, and lifelong learning. Bachelor Of Arts Degree Major
Note: Complete details available under Degree Requirements.
* Also satisfies GUR’s. ** Courses selected from the four menu areas may not satisfy both the major and the Social/Behavioral Science GUR. Menu Areas of Study for Psychology Major
Note: Demonstrated competency in writing style of American Psychological Association (satisfied by PY 210 Sophomore Seminar: Introduction to Professional Psychology or other evidence as may be accepted by Department). Psychology majors may select an area of concentration within psychology offerings. This will require completion of four (4) credit courses (a total of 16 credits). Concentration areas include, but are not limited to: ecopsychology and outdoor therapy, counseling psychology, and developmental studies. The student’s academic advisor should be consulted in the selection of concentration area courses. Psychology Minor The minor can be tailored to individual interests and career directions. The student’s academic advisor should be consulted in the selection of the most appropriate combination of courses and other academic experiences.
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