Psychology BA

The Psychology BA at Thomas College integrates psychological theory with the humanities, social sciences, and interpersonal communication. The program emphasizes learning by doing, with hands-on experience working with human subjects and designing experiments. It also offers Forensic Psychology and Mental Health concentrations.

The BA includes 121 credit hours and a 3 year option. Study focuses on key courses such as Personality, Psychology and the Law, Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Experimental Design and Analysis, and Anatomy and Physiology. Students complete internships and leadership development activities, including workshops that support professional standards.

Graduates receive preparation for a career or graduate study. Career areas listed include Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Sentence Advocacy, Community Corrections, Correctional Case Management, Victim/Witness Coordination, and Domestic Violence Advocacy.

Modules

• Personality
• Psychology and the Law
• Abnormal Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Experimental Design and Analysis
• Anatomy and Physiology

• Clinical Psychology
• Counseling
• Social Work
• Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
• Sentence Advocacy
• Community Corrections
• Correctional Case Management
• Victim/Witness Coordination
• Domestic Violence Advocacy