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Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology
128 Semester Hours
The major in Applied Psychology is designed for students aspiring to work in human services area and
for those already working in the field who wish to gain greater knowledge and skill. Sources contribute
to career preparation in: criminal justice, domestic violence programs, adolescent or substance
abuse counseling, and human services. Courses offer both theoretical foundations through readings
and lectures, as well as practical application in different occupational settings through case studies,
visits by guest lecturers, and community projects.
| CORE COURSES (45 semester hours) |
| Oral and Written Communication (3) |
| English Composition (3) |
| Literature/Humanities (6) |
| Global Issues (6) |
| Social Sciences (6) |
| Mathematics (3) |
| Natural Sciences (3) |
| Philosophy (6) |
| Religious Studies (6) |
| FOUNDATIONAL COURSES (15 semester hours) |
| PY250 |
General Psychology |
| PY280/SO280 |
Research Methods and Statistics for the Social Sciences |
| PY469 |
Life Span Development |
| PY470 |
Psychology of Personality |
| PY471 |
Abnormal Psychology |
| MAJOR COURSES (27 semester hours) |
| PY440 |
Professional Ethics in Psychology |
| PY481 |
Biological Foundations of Human Behavior |
| PY493 |
Senior Capstone |
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Choose six courses from the following: |
| PY 441 |
Social Psychology |
| PY 444 |
The Family |
| PY 446 |
Psychology of Group Process |
| PY 454 |
Cognitive Psychology |
| PY 456 |
Organizational Behavior |
| PY 462 |
Behavioral & Stress Management |
| PY 463 |
Psychology of Intimate Relationships |
| PY 468 |
Psychology of Change |
| PY 496H |
Addictive Behavior |
| PY 496J |
Special Topics in Psychology: Psychology of Gender |
| PY 498N-W |
Internship in Psychology |
| ELECTIVES (29-41 semester hours depending upon optional minor) |
| Choose elective courses from any discipline area. Subject to advisor approval. |
| Total hours required to complete a Regis degree |
| 128 semester hours |
