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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Overview

The South University Bachelor of Arts in Psychology online program provides students with a broad background in general education, and provides initial training and quality instruction for students seeking entry-level careers in psychology or a graduate degree in the behavioral sciences.

This is a versatile, four-year bachelor's degree program that is applicable to a number of industries. Coursework includes topics on:

  • Psychological disorders, and the contrasting theoretical views and representative research investigating these disorders.
  • Intrapersonal and interpersonal processes such as conformity, social perception, persuasion, group dynamics, and self-esteem.
  • The major theoretical perspectives of personality development, structure, dynamic assessment, and psychological adjustment.

Employment Outlook for Psychology
According to Bureau of Labor statistics a bachelor's degree in psychology qualifies a person to assist psychologists and other professionals in community mental health centers, vocational rehabilitation offices, and correctional programs. Bachelor's degree holders may also work as research or administrative assistants for psychologists. Some work as technicians in related fields, such as marketing research. Many find employment in other areas, such as sales, service, or business management.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Psychologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos056.htm