The major follows a course sequence recommended by the American Psychological Association. Students develop a general knowledge base that includes human development, social psychology, experimental methods, motivation, abnormal psychology, theories of psychotherapy, personality, cognitive psychology, statistics, and sensation and perception. The Bachelor of Science Program in Human Services prepares students to positions in public, private, and church-related agencies, as well for graduate study in social work and counseling. Students take a variety of courses in psychology, sociology, and human services. A strength of this major is the interdisciplinary approach which stresses a basic understanding of social welfare, human behavior, and helping skills.
All students participate in a semester long internship during the senior year.
The Masters of Arts in Counseling provides academic training which prepares students to become Licensed Professional Counselors. Students specialize either in Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Counseling. The curriculum includes courses in Human Development, Counseling Theory and Techniques, Statistics, Research Design, Multi-cultural Counseling, Career Counseling, Group Counseling, Biblical Anthropology and Theology, and Ethics. All courses stress the integration of knowledge, skills, awareness, and Christian faith. The field of psychology, counseling, and human services currently is ranked as one of the top ten fastest growing careers in the United States.