Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and values consistent with the science and application of psychology, as developed by the American Psychological Association's Board of Educational Affairs (APA, 2002).
Students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate familiarity with a broad knowledge base of psychology that includes psychological theory, research, and historical trends.
2. Understand and apply basic psychology research concepts, including research design, data analysis and interpretation of research findings.
3. Demonstrate the use of critical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific approach to problem-solving and reasoning.
4. Understand and apply psychological principles to individual and community issues involving health and wellness.
5. Value empirical evidence, recognize and respect diversity of explanations, and act ethically and with academic integrity.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the psychological and social determinants of health and healthy behaviors.
7. Understand the application of behavior change techniques for the purpose of influencing healthy lifestyles.
8. Be well positioned for entry level employment in social service/ health organizations or graduate study as a result of a well-grounded foundation of knowledge and skills in psychology.
9. Demonstrate effective professional communication, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to lifelong learning. |