Psychology, B.S.
Chowan University’s Department of Psychology has several unique features that make it stand out from other undergraduate programs. We want you to find your passion. While our program includes a general foundation for all students, our wide variety of applied psychology electives allow students to gain a better sense of their particular area of interest. Applied psychology electives include Basic Skills of the Helping Professions, Introduction to Counseling, Group Process, Alcohol/Drug Studies, Interpersonal and Family Dynamics, Positive Psychology, The Psychology of Human Strengths, and Introduction to Applied Behavioral Analysis. Students also have the opportunity to gain direct experience with conducting research, which can result in publications in academic journals and/or presentations at professional conferences.
Psychology, A.A.
The Associate of Arts degree in Psychology equips students with new knowledge, skills, and ethical values regarding the fundamentals of human behavior and experience, the scientific method, and diversity of behavior. An AA in Psychology gives students an opportunity to obtain a two-year degree. The program offers a credential to increase employability for additional career opportunities, such as psychiatric technicians, social work assistants, and behavioral technicians. Furthermore, this program provides an opportunity to build stackable educational credentials in a career pathway which could result in continuing on in a connected/related four-year bachelor’s degree program.
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Students also have the opportunity to gain direct experience with conducting research by completing a Psychology Research Internship, which can result in publications in academic journals and/or presentations at professional conferences.
Learn by Doing
When you become part of the Chowan University Psychology Department, you will have a special place – a place to learn, to have fun, to grow emotionally & spiritually – a place to belong. The Psychology Department not only offers a strong foundational basis, but the curriculum also has a strong emphasis in applied skills and practice. You could also join the Psychology Club, which is open to all majors and minors. Activities include volunteering for charitable events (Red Cross Blood Drive, Relay for Life, and the local Food Bank). We also offer a Cyberbullying Research and Awareness Group, which is open to students of all majors who are interested in promoting cyberbullying awareness and/or gaining experience in research. Activities include planning and participating in cyberbullying events on campus and gathering and distributing information about cyberbullying. Students who achieve academic excellence may also be invited to join Psi Chi International Honor Society.
Recent Graduate Jobs
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Recent Graduate Acceptances
- M.S. in Clinical Counseling
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