Psychology
Do you enjoy thinking about the causes of human behavior? Have you ever wanted to help people solve problems? If you can answer yes to these questions, then you should consider studying psychology! A diverse and exciting field, psychology offers a wide range of career and educational opportunities.
The Psychology Department at Bay Path offers three distinct psychology programs:
- General Psychology - intended for those students who want a broad-based education, giving them multiple career opportunities and/or preparation for graduate study
- Child Psychology - created for those students primarily interested in working with children, ranging from infants to adolescents, and families in a variety of contexts
- Forensic Psychology - designed for those students who want to apply the principles and insights of psychology in the context of the criminal justice system
The curriculum for each program is targeted to develop the skills, knowledge and abilities for your chosen career path. Equally important, the programs encourage you to think critically about behavior and mental processes, by understanding the relationships among theories, observations, and conclusions. Emphasis is placed on traditional psychological perspectives, knowledge of research design, understanding the causes of normal and abnormal behavior, human development, appreciating the mind-body connection, problem resolution, and developing crucial communication skills.
Courses feature relevant and up-to-date information in each field. Special projects and class assignments feature active learning and practical application of concepts, such as: debating current controversial issues, role-playing, attending professional conferences, interviewing families, performing service-learning projects, and much more. An internship is required during senior year, which is an opportunity for crucial hands-on learning—applying the theories and communication skills learned in class to an actual setting.
The Psychology Department provides a supportive environment for all students. As a Bay Path student, you will have access to:
- the Psychology Club, where you can meet others and discuss your interests in psychology
- the unique Alum-Mentor Program in Psychology
- the opportunity to join Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology
- career panel discussions and guest speakers
- academic advising
- graduate study information sessions
To learn more about employment opportunities in the field of Psychology, please visit the American Psychological Association.
Master of Science in Developmental Psychology
Developmental psychology is the study of the psychological changes that occur in human beings throughout their lifespan. Bay Path’s Master of Science in Developmental Psychology blends academic theory and current best practices in the field with community-based research programs, providing ample opportunity to enhance or expand professional credentials. Bay Path offers the program in a one-year accelerated model and as a two-year option on its Longmeadow Campus.
Learn more about Bay Path’s MS in Developmental Psychology!
