Psychology

DR. ELLIOTT LAWLESS, DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON

The psychology major is built upon a foundation of substantial general education core and works in conjunction with the biblical/ theological core. The psychology major employs the liberal arts in providing an understanding of social scientific perspectives on human behavior. The major in psychology focuses on seven central themes: foundational psychological history and theory; psychological research; human development; mental illness and its treatment; the biological, social, psychological, and spiritual foundations of human behavior; human diversity, and an overview of biblical approaches to psychology. The psychology minor is also offered and provides opportunities to study a broad spectrum of psychologically related issues concerning human nature and behavior with integration of biblical worldviews.

A major in psychology can lead to careers in teaching, counseling, therapy, public service, social work, and Christian ministry. A minor is psychology will assist students to view their course of study within a social framework and will allow for a better understanding of how to work with people.

Program Outcomes

The mission of the Psychology Department is to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for graduate work in psychology and related fields, while thought-fully integrating a Christian world view, so that they might be a transforming force in world for Christ.

The psychology program is designed to help students gain the following program objectives:

• Describe the history and current research in psychology. (UP.1)
• Implement research strategies in psychology. (UP.2)
• Apply the use of counseling theories to the treatment of psychological disorders. (UP.3)
• Integrate psychological theories with the Christian faith. (UP.4)

General Education Social Science: Include three semester hours of subjects other than psychology.

In addition to meeting all the B.A. degree requirements including general education and the Bible core, the psychology student must complete the listed major requirements.

FACULTY: Elliott Lawless, Mariah LeFeber, Jeremiah Peck, Syrett Torres, Kristen White.

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