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The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology degree program at SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ utilizes an interdisciplinary, hands-on approach to understanding human behavior. Grounded in the Christian faith, the psychology program equips students to apply their practical skills to find a specialization in graduate school or enter a fulfilling career serving others.
Gain insight into the human mind with a Bachelor of Psychology at SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½.
Theory, Research, and Experiment
Learn the what, how, and why behind human behavior through experiential learning
Experienced Professors
Classes are guided by professors with extensive professional experience in the field of psychology
Graduate School Preparation
Each psychology course primes you for success in graduate school
Vital Psychology Courses
Social Psychology
Discover how social and environmental differences affect interpersonal relationships
Learning and Cognition
Step into the lab to study the theories of learning, memory, and comprehension
Life Span Development
Explore human development and understanding through the lens of God’s created order
Personality Psychology
Examine the personalities and motivations of people through the lens of domestic, global, and historical influences
Experienced & Accomplished Faculty
Most Valuable Psychology Degree
Recognized in the 2024 Most Valuable Psychology Degree Programs Ranking in the Northeast by Research.com.
The mission of the Department of Psychology and Social Services is to provide a learning environment that encourages and challenges students to master the content and skills needed to work with and to serve a diverse community of people in a variety of settings.
This is achieved by integrating and assessing the disciplines of psychology with a biblical worldview so students who major in psychology are prepared to enter in their field and uphold their Christian values.
Students in the program learn to properly analyze a wide range of research data, understand and effectively communicate the basic concepts of psychology, and apply theoretical psychology to real-life scenarios to uncover practical solutions. They explore the cognitive, behavioral, social, physical, and spiritual dimensions of people across the world.
The learning objectives for a psychology major are:
- Students in psychology can use worldview analyses appropriately in understanding the field, can articulate the role of a Christian worldview, and can articulate their own.
- Students will show a understanding of the discipline focusing on the historical and contemporary knowledge bases, theories, methods, and cultural competencies.
- Students will have a clear understanding of their calling and vocation and have a plan for pursuing their calling.
Career Outcomes
Graduates who aspire to have an impact in their communities and their careers through a Geneva Education gain expertise in this field enhanced by academics rooted in Christian values and ethics in Geneva’s program. When earning your psychology degree, you might be surprised to learn that our graduates work in highly diverse fields ranging from business, law, medicine, research, and teaching. This is because organizations increasingly seek to hire candidates with the ability to understand human behavior. Those that go on to graduate study for counseling or psychology also earn much higher than the average annual U.S. salary. While becoming a psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor requires licensing—depending on the state in which you choose to practice—each of these professions will always remain in demand.
Prepare for Psychology Careers
- Case Manager
- Human Resources Assistant
- Market Researcher/Analyst
- Career Counselor
- Research Assistant
- Advertising Associate
- Assistant School Counselor
Make a Difference Helping Others
- Step into the field of psychological research and publish your findings
- Gain relevant certifications to help children and adults through their mental health struggles
- Pursue your Master of Arts in Counseling through SA¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½’s online graduate program
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