Bachelor degrees in Developmental and Child Psychology: A program that focuses on the scientific study of the psychological growth and development of individuals from infancy through adulthood. Includes instruction in cognitive and perceptual development, emotional development, personality development, the effects of biological maturation on behavior, theories of cognitive growth and related research methods, testing and assessment methods for different age levels, research on child and adolescent behavior therapy, and the psychology of aging. Note ( Family and Human Development Studies/Individual and Family Development Studies, General, have been integrated into Developmental and Child Psychology because the definitions are virtually the same for the two programs.
This concentration provides structured preparation for work in the prevention and remediation of emotional, behavioral, and educational problems. Students may focus on children specifically or on mental health issues generally, ultimately pursuing employment or graduate studies in child development or related fields.
The Developmental Psychology concentration in Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is designed for students who have a particular interest in child and adolescent psychology. Students who intend to pursue graduate training in Developmental Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or School Psychology are encouraged to take this concentration. Students seeking licensure in Elementary Education or Special Education may also choose this concentration if they have...
The Developmental Psychology concentration focuses on the ways people change over the lifespan. It is of special interest to those who wish to work with individuals at all stages of the life cycle and/or who seek an understanding of ways to promote growth in themselves or in others. Students with particular interest in the elderly may pursue a concentration in Gerontology.
DEPARTMENT OBJECTIVES 1. To provide a spiritual and academic atmosphere in which the student is able to reflect upon and integrate Christian principles with the tenets of psychology.
2. To provide the student with a broad background in psychological theory and research methods which will prepare the student for further professional development and graduate training. The department strives to encourage an appreciation for research and a desire to keep...
The Bachelor of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology prepares students for graduate study and entry level work in a variety of developmental and human service careers. The program covers basic areas of human developmental psychology across the life span with a special focus on processes and principles of developmental change.
Elective packages may be chosen to focus preparation toward attainment of individual student objectives such as applied...
The Developmental Psychology Concentration is appropriate for students who plan to undertake advanced work in Developmental Psychology. It would also be useful for those who seek future employment in such related fields as counseling and clinical psychology, education, and human services.
The Concentration consists of a minimum of 12 credits selected from two groups of courses. Courses in Group I examine the interrelationships among perceptual, cognitive,...
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