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Quick Links Parents Students Educators Alumni Visit Campus Request Information Apply Give Portals Canvas Email MyBeacon Parent Portal Online Bill Pay Faculty/Staff E-Flame Faculty/Staff MyBeacon Directory Library Psychology Majors Psychology Bachelor of Arts in Psychology To prepare you for a career in a wide variety of supporting professions or for graduate school, our Psychology majors learn to think critically, analyze and apply psychological theories, conduct themselves professionally and ethically, and also how to work on a team. Our faculty have experience in the field of psychology, so students see how what they learn in class is applied in the real world. Academic Calendars Course Catalog Registrar’s Office Internships and Experiences What You’ll Learn As a Psychology major, you’ll gain an understanding of human behavior in diverse populations. In addition to building your knowledge of normal and abnormal behavior, you’ll be exposed to the elements of human development and learn about research-based best practices in psychology. You’ll be challenged in critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, and research. Blaze Your Path Sample Courses Positive Psychology This is a course on the scientific study of positive experiences — specifically, the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. The course will be based on the belief that individuals want to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives, cultivate what is best within themselves, and enhance their experiences of love, work, and leisure. This course will include a review of a positive view of human functioning along with a review of the sub-discipline’s contributions to traditional research and practice areas in psychology. Child and Early Adult Development This course is a survey of the basis of human growth and development. Emotional, mental, physical, and social needs of children, adolescents, and early adults are reviewed. Analysis of the multiple factors that influence and shape behavior and personality is conducted. Critical Thinking A practical and functional study of the principles of reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making. Skills are taught within the context of social issues with an emphasis on developing analytical skills useful in both academic and personal settings. Psychology of Learning Disabilities An overview of learning disorders with an emphasis placed on the basic issues of each, including the history, theoretical framework, and their definition. Attention is also given to the diagnosis, characteristics, and educational implications and/or treatment of each disorder. Social Psychology This course provides basic knowledge regarding human behavior, thought, and emotion and how they are affected by the presence or actions of other people as well as the social context. The course will cover social psychological issues, including social cognition, attitudes, social influence, aggression, interpersonal relationships, group behavior, and cultural influences with an emphasis on the foundational psychological processes that underlie these phenomena. Abnormal Psychology A comprehensive study of the nature, causes, identification, and treatment of abnormal behavior. Topics include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and severe emotional disturbances and their relationships to the major theoretical models in clinical psychology. Cross-Cultural Psychology This course provides an overview of cross-cultural psychology. The student will examine the role of culture across a range of psychological areas including cognition, intelligence, emotion, motivation and behavior, human development, psychological disorders, social interactions, social perceptions, learning and learning disorders, and critical thinking. Field Experience and Internships Psychology majors are required to complete 80 hours of experiential learning and internships . The knowledge, skills, and experience you gain — in the classroom and through internships — will boost your resume and your confidence with real-world work experience. Recent internship experiences include working with case workers, counselors, social workers, community outreach, and more. Career Opportunities Students with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology can immediately begin working in the field or continue to graduate school for advanced study. Graduate studies Case management Career counselor Rehabilitation specialist Psychiatric technician Career or vocational counselor Sports psychologist Genetics counselors Meet Your Instructors Dr. Gilbert Franco Assistant Professor 352-638-9742 gfranco@beaconcollege.edu Dr. AJ Marsden Associate Professor and Chair of Psychology 352-638-9776 amarsden@beaconcollege.edu Dr. Richard Perrone Associate Professor 352-638-9739 rperrone@beaconcollege.edu Dr. Meghann Sallee Assistant Professor 352-764-6610 msallee@beaconcollege.edu Dr. Nancy Wood Assistant Professor 352-638-9719 nwood@beaconcollege.edu Meet Your General Education Instructors Angel Maldonado Dean of Curriculum and Innovation 352-315-9269 amaldonado@beaconcollege.edu Jessica Caolo Assistant Professor 352-315-1082 jcaolo@beaconcollege.edu Christina Hansen Instructor 352-764-6361 chansen@beaconcollege.edu Dr. Patricia Konovalov Professor 352-638-9815 pkonovalov@beaconcollege.edu Jodi Livingston Instructor 352-787-1525 jlivingston@beaconcollege.edu Dr. Mary-Anne Primack Assistant Professor 352-787-2912 mprimack@beaconcollege.edu Autumn Welt Assistant Professor 352-787-1056 awelt@beaconcollege.edu Psychology Minor Open to all Beacon students, the Psychology minor provides a broad interdisciplinary program for students, and it can be combined with a degree in another field, such as Business Management or Human Services. Associate of Arts in Psychology The Associate of Arts degree in Psychology provides students with an education foundation before entering the workforce or pursuing further study or professional training. The A.A. program requires the completion of a total of 61 credits, with 18 credits in the major. Learn More About Psychology To schedule a visit, please contact our admissions team at admissions@beaconcollege.edu or call 352-638-9731 or 855-220-5376 (toll-free). Apply Today Request Info Plan a Visit Web Design by PHOS Creative Title VI Title IX