It is the purpose of the Adult and Continuing Education Department to provide the adult student a liberal arts, undergraduate foundation with a basic understanding of the facts, principles, approaches and methods in psychology.
Human understanding and service constitute great needs among people today and as a result, psychology graduates are entering a variety of occupations in business, government, teaching, and private human-services agencies. The bachelor’s degree in psychology is a flexible and versatile way to prepare for a career in human services and diverse lines of work.
Students who complete the requirements for the B.S. in General Psychology will be proficient in following student learning outcomes:
- Evaluate psychological concepts using Biblical foundations
- Apply concepts from psychological science (e.g., theory, research, etc.) to explain real-life phenomena
- Analyze data collected through the use of the scientific method to solve problems
- Demonstrate proficiency writing reports in APA format that focus on various research designs in psychology
- Demonstrate ethical behavior within the field of psychology
General Education Requirements for all Majors
Major Requirements
Exit Examination
All Psychology students are required to take an exit examination during their final semester. The minimum passing score is 70 percent. Students who do not achieve a passing score on their first attempt may apply to take the exam again after completing remediation recommended by the department. Students must complete the second administration of the exam within one calendar year of the first administration during the officially scheduled exam time. Students who do not successfully pass the second exam within one year will be referred to another degree program (e.g. General Studies).
Total Degree Requirements includes major hours, elective hours, general education hours for Graduation