Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology from Belhaven provides a foundation of knowledge in the major subfields of psychology and prepares students for future study and work in this field.
This psychology major will introduce all students to the study of human behavior and mental processes within a Christian context and will develop the students' abilities to understand and to apply psychology. Many degrees in psychology are founded solely on secular principles, but Belhaven incorporates the biblical worldview into its coursework. Psychology classes include everything from research, applied and social psychology and counseling theory to statistics for the behavioral sciences, abnormal psychology and theories of personality.
- 124 credit hours
- Attend classes one night a week
- All classes taught from a Christian worldview
- Small class sizes so you know your professors and classmates
- Competitive tuition rates
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- Social Service Director
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- Drug/Substance Abuse Counselor
- Residential Youth Counselor
- Community Relations Officer
- Program Manager
- Rehabilitation Advisor
- Counselor Aide
- Intellectual Development Disorder Unit Manager
- Hospital Patient Service
Adding a criminal justice concentration to Belhaven’s Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology is ideal for adults who want to focus on leadership within the judicial and correctional system. As part of Belhaven’s online format, this degree fits into any busy, working adults schedule while providing students with the tools to succeed.
The criminal justice classes emphasize the roles of leaders in the workplace and includes courses in communication, research based decision-making, business law, human resources, marketing, computer applications, communication and business fundamentals.
B.A. in Applied Psychology Online Degree with a Criminal Justice concentration Curriculum Summary
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 203 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 243 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| PSY 312 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 304 | Statistics | 3 |
| PSY 331 | Theories of Personality | 3 |
| PSY 332 | Learning & Memory | 3 |
| PSY 340 | Counseling Theory and Techniques | 3 |
| PSY 352 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 355 | Introduction to Psychological Research | 3 |
| PSY 461 | Psychology from a Christian Perspective | 3 |
| PSY 420 | Crosscultural/International Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 353 | Community Psychology | 3 |
| Total Core | 36 | |
| Must pick 2 out of 4 electives | ||
| PSY 342 | Psychology for the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| PSY 343 | Helping Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| PSY 362 | Addictions/Substance Abuse | 3 |
| PSY 442 | Psychology of Health and Well-Being | 3 |
| Psychology Electives | 6 | |
| General Education | 40 | |
| Other Electives | 42 | |
| Total Degree | 124 | |
| Criminal Justice Concentration | ||
| CJU 320 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJU 407 | Criminology | 3 |
| CJU 412 | Police Organizations | 3 |
| CJU 419 | Justice and Society | 3 |
The Christian Ministries concentration provides foundational information for students to serve in churches and other faith based organizations. These courses should provide an awareness of basic biblical principles as well as an awareness of an informed Christian worldview in relationship to service to others.
Curriculum Summary - Christian Ministries Concentration
Select 12 credit hours from the list below.
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| BIB 303 | The Books of Moses | 3 |
| BIB 310 | The Life and Teachings of Jesus | 3 |
| BIB 311 | Acts and Paul | 3 |
| BIB 302 | Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| BIB 350 | The Nature and Purpose of the Church | 3 |
| BIB 408 | Global Perspectives | 3 |
| BIB 360 | Global Social Responsibility | 3 |
| BIB 341 | Introduction to Christian Doctrine | 3 |
The Human Services Concentration is for students who plan to work directly with people in need and offers theoretical and applied preparation for careers in helping professions. In addition, this concentration:
- Provides students the opportunity to learn about why groups of people do what they do in any given situation, what motivates groups of people to act, or react, and about quality of life issues
- Helps students effectively work with families of all cultures or race as well as with families that suffer from different problems and issues
- Prepares students for careers as caseworkers in a variety of social services settings by enhancing their knowledge, skills and values within a Christian Worldview
- Enlightens the students with knowledge of current social problems, how families function, information about race, gender and diversity and basic information concerning death, dying and grief
Curriculum Summary - Human Services Concentration
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
| SOC 201 | Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC 202 | The Family | 3 |
| SOC 220 | Race, Gender, and Diversity | 3 |
| SOC 310 | Death, Dying, and Grief | 3 |
These rates are for August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2023.
| Tuition and Fees | Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Degree/Certificate | $425 |
| Active Military Discount, Undergraduate Program | $250 |
| 20% Discount: Military Spouse/Veteran/First Responder | $340 |
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