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Psychology Program Overview
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Psychology majors at Endicott take courses in a wide range of topics--from child development to the aging process, from psychological disorders to counseling techniques--in order to explore the effects of biology and environment on human behavior. Students learn about the psychological and cultural factors involved in social problems, family relationships, workplace dynamics, and other areas of life so that they can begin to analyze motivations, change outcomes, and create workable solutions. Our Psychology majors also receive a strong foundation in theoretical perspectives and research methods, which prepares them to contribute to the field through their own original research projects.
The ability to help people by understanding them more fully is valuable in any setting. Many Psychology majors pursue careers within social service organizations, counseling centers, schools, and the corporate world, or choose to continue their studies in graduate school.
Course requirements:
PSY 100 General Psychology
PSY 200 Child and Adolescent Psychology
PSY 203 Adulthood and Aging
PSY 220 Psychological Perspectives
PSY 240 Research Methods
PSY 241 Statistical Methods in the Social Sciences
PSY 310 Abnormal Psychology
PSY 322 Physiological Psychology: The Mind/Brain Connection
PSY 345 Cognitive Psychology
PSY 350 History and Systems of Psychology
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology
Two Psychology electives at the 300 level or above
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Psychology program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate psychological perspective that can be applied in their everyday lives, work, and study.
- Understand psychology as a living science, informed by theory and research, within the four general domains of psychology specified by the American Psychological Association.
- Successfully present a senior thesis which demonstrates an understanding through research in the social science field.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills, respect for other cultures and a respect for the liberal and professional arts.
- Apply developed skills in communication both orally and in written context and lifelong learning.
- Incorporate a foundation in the liberal arts to move into any career associated with psychology along with numerous careers outside of the field.
Connect with Others, Enrich Yourself...
Examples of Recent Psychology Major Internships:
Massachusetts Special Olympics
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Department of Social Services
North Shore Rape Crisis Center
Salem Police Department
World Endeavors
Salem Police Detectives Unit
New England Center for Children
District Attorney's
Domestic Violence Unit
Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center
Boys and Girls Club
New England Center for Children
Career Possibilities:
Clinical Psychology
Counseling
Community Work
Research
Casework
Customer Relations
Employment Counseling
Management
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For more information, please contact:
Download Psychology career sheet for more options and information.
For more information:
Alefiya D. Albers, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean of Social Sciences
978-232-2784
aalbers@endicott.edu
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