Concentrations

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CONCENTRATIONS

Counseling Psychology: A concentration in Counseling Psychology within the Human Development major will prepare students for careers in psychological health and welfare. Students will explore diversity through an introduction to a variety of theoretical approaches to counseling. Specifically, the curriculum will provide the students with a foundation in developmental and counseling psychology, with an emphasis on the underlying psychological processes. Students will be well prepared to continue their education in a graduate program in mental health counseling, college/residential life counseling, counseling psychology, and clinical psychology. A few career examples are residential counselors, behavioral specialists, addiction counselors, support services for youth with mental or physical disabilities, directors of recreational programs, youth group leaders, parent trainers and advisors, human services agency directors, academic advisors and child life specialists working with children, youth, and families in children's hospitals or pediatric wards.

ECPY 370: Positive Psychology, ECPY 421: Intro to Counseling Psychology, APSY 338: Abnormal Psychology Choose 2: APSY 270: Social Psychology, APSY 327: Personality, APSY 333: Childhood Behavioral Disorders, APSY 389: Addictive and Compulsive ECPY 204: Career Planning and Decision Making

Psychological Studies of Learning and Development (formerly Educational Psychology): A concentration in Educational Psychology within the Human Development major will introduce students to research about human learning and development within a variety of settings (e.g., in the home, in peer groups, and in schools) and about approaches to accommodate learners based on the range of human diversity encountered in such settings. Students will learn how to evaluate and utilize research to create better learning environments. The understanding of research methodologies will provide a basic preparation for graduate study in educational, counseling, clinical, or school psychology. In addition, students will be prepared to pursue careers as research assistants, members of program evaluation teams, institutional researchers, and workers in child care and educational settings.

EPSY 400: Instructional Psychology, EPSY 420: Child and Adolescent Development, EPSY 440: Introduction to Assessment and Measurement, EPSY 441: Academic Self-Regulation and Motivation, EPSY 481/497: Research Project

Special and Elementary Education and Literacy: A concentration in Special Education within the Human Development major will provide students with a foundation in atypical human development across the life span and knowledge of a variety of educational interventions for individuals with disabilities. Students will examine educational and life opportunities for children and adults with disabilities, as well as gain knowledge about the laws created to promote equity in access, education, and work for individuals with disabilities. In addition, students will be introduced to specific areas such as inclusion, universal design, instructional and community accommodations, and educational best practices. This concentration is appropriate for students who would like to pursue a career working with individuals with disabilities in community agencies or daycare centers, as teacher assistants for children with disabilities in schools, and/or continue their education in a graduate program leading to teacher certification.

ESPE 369: Spec. Ed for Students with Emotional and Behavioral Problems, ESPE460: Into to Human Exceptionality, ESPE 463: Autism Spectrum Disorders, EPSY 400: Instructional Psychology, ELTL 404: Children’s Literature, or APSY 333 Childhood Behavioral Disorders

Higher Education: A concentration in Higher Education within the Human Development Major will provide students with an introduction of the historical context and social foundations of post-secondary education and current issues that affect the system. Students will also gain knowledge on toleration allowing for applicable skills in various higher education positions. Students will be afforded the opportunity to learn human development theories for those in late adolescence and beyond enrolled in higher education environments. This concentration is appropriate for those interested in careers in colleges, universities, post-secondary systems and graduate school.

EEPL 201 College: Past, Present, and Future, EEPL 202: Leadership in Organizations EEPL 300: Social Foundations of Education, EEPL 301: Issues in American Higher Education or EEPL 370: Leadership in Practice, EPSY 411: Foundations of Leadership in College and University