Psychology, Minor

Introduction

Psychology is the empirical analysis of mind and behavior. The department members believe that reliable knowledge of psychological processes represents a necessary condition for meaningful action in the world. Virtually all disciplines benefit from attention to psychological variables. Psychology is a versatile, inherently interdisciplinary, and multi-methodological enterprise.

Minor Requirements: 20 credits

The general minor in psychology is a total of 20 credits, consisting of required and elective courses that must be completed with a minimum grade of C.

Required Courses: 8 Credits

PSY 150 - Introduction to Psychology 4 credit(s)
SOC 301 - Social Statistics 4 credit(s)
OR MATH 207 - General Elementary Statistics  4 credit(s)
OR PH 200 - Epidemiology  4 credit(s)
OR BA 301 - Business Analytics  4 credit(s)

Electives: 12 Credits

Students are able to select from any of the courses within psychology, with the exception of those designated as advanced topics (PSY 380 – PSY 385) or capstone (PSY 411, PSY 480 – PSY 485, PSY 499).

Up to 4 credits of the minor may be selected from the list of approved courses outside psychology (see options below). A minimum of 4 credits from electives must come from upper division courses if students have taken SOC 301 or BA 301; otherwise, a minimum of 8 credits of electives must come from upper division courses.

KINES 340 - Psychosocial Factors in Kinesiology 4 credit(s)
PHIL 310 - Philosophy of Science 4 credit(s)
PHIL 314 - Philosophy of Mind 4 credit(s)
SOCWK 300 - Micro Social Work Practice 4 credit(s)
SOCWK 325 - Counseling & Interviewing Techniques 4 credit(s)
SOCWK 333 - Play Therapy Counseling & Interventions 4 credit(s)
SOCWK 334 - Animal Assisted Human Health 4 credit(s)
Students interested in pursuing a general minor in psychology are strongly encouraged to meet with a faculty member in the psychology department to serve as their minor advisor.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings of psychology
Cultivate an awareness of evidence-based interventions and practices that enhance socially responsible action at the institutional and individual level
Apply psychology-specific content and skills, effective self-reflection as well as project-management and teamwork skills for career preparation