Curriculum

In addition to the required courses, students select 20 credits in elective courses. Students tailor their selections based on interest, future career goals, and/or graduate school aspirations.  

Electives within the major include:

• Abnormal Psychology (Psychopathology)

• Advanced Topics in Cognition and Behavioral Neuroscience

• Adolescent Development & Emerging Adulthood

• Animal Behavior & Cognition

• Counseling Techniques and Theories

• Developmental Disorders & Interventions

• Discrimination in Healthcare

• Health Psychology

• History and Ethics in Psychology

• Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience

• Learning & Memory

• Lifespan Development

• Nature, Technology, and Human Development

• Positive Psychology

• Psychology is Everywhere!

• Psychology of Sexualities

• Special Topics: Memory Thru Film

• Tiny Brains, Tiny Minds?

Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience

This course is an introduction to methods and concepts useful in analyzing the biological basis of behavior, with a focus on neural structure and function. 

Counseling Techniques and Theories

This course is an introduction to the field of mental health counseling. Students learn about major theories of counseling, counseling ethics, and practice foundational helping skills. A strong emphasis is placed on skill development with peer practice and observations in the counseling skills lab.

Nature, Technology, and Human Development

Students in this course examine the impact of technology on their own and others’ lives, and explore the benefits of nature experiences on physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development. Students engage in group projects and will participate in outdoor activities on campus and various off-campus locations.