Mar 28, 2024  
2014-2015 Saint Joseph’s College Online 
    
2014-2015 Saint Joseph’s College Online [Archived Catalog]

General Studies: Psychology Specialization


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(18 semester-hour credits)

This specialization involves the study of behavior and mental processes as well as the theories applied in evaluating behavior. Students interested in psychology are typically either working in or aspire to work in a field that requires a broader knowledge or better understanding of human behaviors. program outcomes are as follows:

  • Acquire various bodies of knowledge and competencies within specific areas of study or individual fields.
  • Demonstrate critical writing, thinking, calculating, and communication proficiencies.
  • Acquire broad areas of human knowledge to develop intellectual capacity and deepen insight within general fields of study.
  • Understand the foundation of ethical and professional standards including those specific to a field of study.
  • Develop a foundation for lifelong learning.
  • Obtain credential or degree needed to advance or enter professional career related to each field.

General Education Requirements


The online division offers 4 majors (General Studies, Health Administration, Long Term Care Administration, Radiologic Science) leading to the Bachelor of Science degree. Each major has its own set of core course requirements that provide students with a quality education that enhances their professional skills.

General Education Requirements


(45 semester-hour credits)
 

English Composition 6 credits
Social Science 6 credits
Science 6 credits
History 6 credits
Philosophy 3 credits
Theology 3 credits
Ethics (PH 210) (Philosophy-based Ethics 3 credits
Mathematics 6 credits
Humanities 6 credits (to include selections from the fine arts, literature, foreign languages, philosophy, theology or history)

 

Summer Program


Students may choose to earn credits during an optional residential summer session. Course offerings are announced prior to each session in a special summer catalog.

Prerequisite Course


PY 101  Introduction to Psychology - 3 credits (to satisfy general education requirement)

Core Requirements


(15 semester-hour credits)

Required Elective(s) in Psychology


(Students select a 3-credit elective course in Psychology)

General Elective Courses


Additional courses (electives) to complete the required 128 semester-hour credits may be selected from any of the course offerings described in the catalog.

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