Psychology. Department of. Faculty. Minors. Mission Statement The department s mission is to assist. Adjunct Faculty

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1 Department of Psychology Programs Offered Psychology (BA) Counseling Psychology (BS) Minors Psychology Forensic Psychology Behavioral Science Counseling Psychology (MA) Professional Counseling Psychology (MA) (For more information see SGPS section of Bulletin) Mission Statement The department s mission is to assist the student in mental and spiritual development through the application of Christian principles of psychology and to enable the student to evaluate emotional and spiritual phenomena through an understanding of Christian principles of mental health. Information About the Program Dr. Grant Leitma, Chair The Department of Psychology Washington Adventist University 7600 Flower Avenue Takoma Park, MD Phone: 30l Fax: gleitma@wau.edu Office: Wilkinson Hall, Room Faculty Grant Leitma, PhD, Chair Gladstone Gurubatham, PhD Adjunct Faculty Marvin Adams, MA Denise Barclay, MS Becky Lee Barker, MS Russell Berry, MS Grethel Bradford-Parkins, EdD Kelurah Comilang, PhD Helene Diop, MS Dawn Donaldson, JD John Gavin, MSW Carol Hammond, PhD Nancy Kluge, PhD Denise Parsons, PhD LaJoy Preston, MA Philip Singh, MA Donnie Smith, MSW Phillip Thompson, PhD Jon Thomas, MA Judith Upshaw, MA

2 Bulletin Psychology Introduction The Department of Psychology offers two Master of Arts degree programs. One M.A. degree in Professional Counseling Psychology and the other M.A. degree is offered in Counseling Psychology. Both degree programs are offered through the School of Graduate and Professional Studies at WAU. The departmental also offers two four-year curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts in General Psychology and the Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling Psychology. Each course is built on the basic philosophy that the true principles of psychology are found in the Holy Scriptures (1MCP 10.1). Goals The department s goals are to assist the student in mental and spiritual development through the application of these principles and to enable the student to evaluate emotional and spiritual phenomena through an understanding of Christian principles of mental health. The Department of Psychology serves four separate but related purposes: 1. For the liberal arts major it provides an opportunity for increased selfunderstanding and insight into the behavior of others and an adequate foundation for a large number of occupations requiring a baccalaureate degree. 2. For students preparing for other fields dealing with individuals such as medicine, nursing, religion, law, education, business, social work and personnel work it provides important basic knowledge designed to increase competence in these fields. 3. For those planning on graduate study in psychology it provides an opportunity for a sound foundation for advanced training in industrial, clinical, experimental, educational or social psychology, or research and teaching. 4. For those desiring to teach psychology on the secondary level it provides an opportunity to earn a major in psychology and a minor in secondary education. Objectives A graduating senior with a major in psychology will be able to demonstrate mastery of the following objectives: 1. Develop a conceptual framework that embraces the relevant facts and concepts of human behavior as well as understanding of the history of the discipline. 2. Explain major psychological theories, principles, and constructs, including interpreting data and psychological phenomena. 3. Understand the process of planning and conducting a scientific investigation of a psychological problem in accordance with ethical principles of psychology. 4. Critically analyze, evaluate, and summarize arguments presented in research articles. 156

3 5. Develop and present a data based written argument in a clear manner using appropriate grammar and spelling to produce a journal style report that conforms to APA style. 6. Make an effective oral presentation on some aspect of psychology. 7. Use computer technology skills to summarize, analyze, and graphically present data. 8. Demonstrate an active involvement in the field of psychology through an application of psychological knowledge with relevant experiences in the discipline by participating in the following: practicum, group activity, and research. 9. Utilize library and information research skills and various on-line services to locate and access relevant psychological information. Career Opportunities The bachelor s degree in psychology provides adequate preparation for graduate school. For professional practice in the field, additional psychology courses in graduate school may be required. Recent developments indicate that an undergraduate degree in psychology also makes a sound basis for paraprofessional, community, and public affairs programs. The psychology student is advised to become a student member of American Psychological Association and to study The Psychology Major and Career Opportunities for Psychologists published by that organization. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Psychology Major 32 hours PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology 3 PSYC 260 Systems and History of Psychology 3 PSYC 305 Social Psychology 4 PSYC 315 Organization and Work 3 PSYC 355 Learning and Motivation 3 PSYC 360 Abnormal Psychology 3 PSYC 435 Dynamics in Individual Counseling -OR- PSYC 440 Dynamics in Group Counseling 3 PSYC 465 Theories of Personality 3 PSYC 471 Experimental Psychology 4 Required Cognates 7 hours CPTR 105 Introduction to Computers 3 157

4 Bulletin Psychology General Education 44 hours (See details under section on General Education Program.) ENGL 101 Composition 3 ENGL 102 Research and Literature 3 COMM 105 Introduction to Human Communication 3 INTD 105 First-Year Experience 1 RELB/RELT Religion electives 12 HIST History elective 3 Science Elective 4 LITR Literature elective 3 Humanities elective 3 PEAC Physical Education Activity Elective 1 Health elective 2 Computer or Foreign Language 6 Electives 45 hours Upper division courses must total at least 36 hours. Note: A minor is required or a second major is recommended. 128 hours Bachelor of Science in Counseling Psychology The Bachelor of Science degree in counseling psychology provides the kind of preparation needed by deans, guidance counselors, and high school psychology teachers when combined with appropriate education courses. A practicum is required. At least one semester prior to taking the practicum the student is required to contact the program coordinator to arrange for the practicum. A minor or second major is strongly recommended. Counseling Psychology Major 37 hours PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology 3 PSYC 285 Adolescent Psychology 3 PSYC 355 Learning and Motivation 3 PSYC 360 Abnormal Psychology 3 PSYC 385 Psychological Testing 3 PSYC 435 Dynamics of Individual Counseling 3 PSYC 440 Dynamics of Group Counseling 3 PSYC 465 Theories of Personality 3 PSYC 496 Practicum in Psychology 3 PSYC Psychology electives 7 158

5 Required Cognates 7 hours CPTR 105 Introduction to Computers 3 General Education 38 hours (See details under section on General Education Program.) ENGL 101 Composition 3 ENGL 102 Research and Composition 3 COMM 105 Introduction to Human Communication 3 INTD 105 First-Year Experience 1 RELB/RELT Religion electives 12 HIST History elective 3 Science Elective 4 LITR Literature elective 3 Humanities elective 3 PEAC Physical Education Activity Elective 1 Health elective 2 Electives 46 hours Upper division courses must total at least 36 hours. NOTE: A minor or a second major in an area not listed in the Psychology Department is strongly recommended. 128 hours Forensic Psychology Minor Forensic psychology is the study of how psychological principles are applied to the law. The forensic psychology minor would help to prepare students for graduate study into forensic science, criminology, law, and social work. PSYC 105, Introduction to Psychology is a prerequisite to the forensic psychology minor. Forensic Psychology Minor 25 hours SOCI 230 Urban Social Problems 3 PSYC 305 Social Psychology 4 PSYC 320 Forensic Psychology 3 PSYC 360 Abnormal Psychology 3 PSYC 330 Psychology and the Law 3 PSYC 380 Correctional Psychology 3 PSYC 450 Forensic Anthropology 3 PSYC 425 Psychology of Criminal Behavior 3 25 hours 159

6 Bulletin Psychology Psychology Minor Psychology Minor 18 hours PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology 3 PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology 3 PSYC 465 Theories of Personality 3 PSYC Upper division psychology elective 3 PSYC Other psychology electives 6 Required Cognates 7 hours SOCI 230 Urban Social Problems 3 25 hours Behavioral Science Minor Behavioral Science Minor 22 hours ANTH 275 Cultural Anthropology 3 SOCI 105 General Sociology 3 SOCI 180 Introduction to Marriage and Family Life 3 SOCI 425 Sociological Theory 3 SOCI 230 Urban Social Problems 3 PSYC 305 Social Psychology 4 PSYC Upper division psychology elective 3 Required Cognates 4 hours 26 hours 160