As associate behavior analysts, our graduates can achieve high-paying professional careers serving the needs of children, youth or adults with cognitive, emotional or behavioral challenges. Certification as an associate behavior analyst requires the successful completion of coursework, supervised experience and the certification examination described below. All credits earned in the certification emphasis may be applied toward the graduation requirement for a psychology major. Students can participate in a variety of on-campus student organizations including the Psychology Club. Unlike many other public universities, classes are not taught by teaching assistants.
Students work alongside interesting professors who inspire learning.
Small classes, individual attention. No special high school preparation, other than a mastery of basic academic skills, is necessary for students planning to major in psychology. Students planning to pursue advanced degrees are encouraged to take calculus and courses in the biological and physical sciences. Senior Research Seminar Elective courses within the major may be organized around students' interests and career goals. All psychology majors are required to complete a research project which involves the collection and analysis of data, written in scientific format.