Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology
The counseling psychology major requires 12 courses that provide undergraduate students with an introduction to the clinical language and concepts, as well as the methodologies and applications of the counseling discipline. As a student in the counseling psychology major, you’ll learn an overview of core ethical issues in the practice of counseling, including confidentiality, informed consent, and competence to practice. You’ll be exposed to current issues in the counseling field, such as managed care, treating diverse and at-risk populations, and working in multidisciplinary teams.
This major encourages critical thinking, and its courses provide you with a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in active listening, intervention, and the general stages of counseling. You’ll be equipped to pursue advanced studies in counseling, social work, school psychology, student affairs, and related fields, and provide skills that are marketable for a wide range of entry-level positions.
REQUIRED COURSES
- PSYC 120: Introduction to Psychology
- PSYC 211: Psychological Research Methods
- PSYC 278: Psychology of Diversity
- PSYC 320: Mind and Brain
- PSYC 361: Personality Psychology
- PSYC 362: Psychopathology
- CPSY 217: Lifespan Development for Helping Professions
- CPSY 235: Introduction to the Helping Professions
- CPSY 337: Ethics, Issues and Skills in the Helping Professions
ELECTIVE COURSES
Students must choose three elective courses, including a seminar (if the topic is relevant to the counseling major).
- PSYC 212: Learning from Data
Note: PSYC 212 Learning from Data prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PSYC 211. - PSYC 214: Psychology of Activism
- PSYC 310: Psychology of Addiction
- PSYC 335: Applied Behavior Analysis
- PSYC 340: Social Psychology
- PSYC 345: Psychology of Women, Gender and Sexuality
- PSYC 367: Health Psychology
- PSYC 374: Gender Development
- PSYC 373–378: Seminars
Note: Seminars will count only if the seminar topic is relevant to the counseling psychology major.
Pathway Program for Moravian Undergraduates
Easily earn credits toward a master’s degree while pursuing your bachelor’s in psychology!
The Pathway Program provides ΢ÃÜÆƽâ undergraduate students the opportunity to complete their bachelor’s degree while also earning credits toward a master of arts in clinical counseling, master of arts in school counseling, master of student affairs counseling, or master of social work degree, saving you time and money! The program is a great option for students interested in a career in applied psychology, such as school counselors, career counselors, private practitioners, psychotherapists, mental health practitioners, social workers (macro/micro), and more.