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Scientific study of animal behavior and experience. Both biological and social basics of behavior are covered with emphasis on heredity, neurology, motivation, emotion, perception, cognition, learning, and intelligence.

Human sexual behavior covering the psychological, biological, and sociological aspects of human sexuality.

Rooted in Psychological Career Development theories, students will study and apply theoretical approaches of self and career exploration. Additional application will include cognitive processes, adjustment theory and developmental factors that enable and affirm a decision making process necessary to research, discern and identify career and/or vocational paths that are consistent with results. Career Development theories will include: Personality, Trait-Factor, Developmental and Social-Family of Origin. Class includes administration and professional interpretation of APA endorsed personality, values and interest assessments.

A lifespan study of human growth and development, providing a broad understanding of the human life cycle through contributions of psychology, anthropology, sociology, biology, and medicine.

The study of personality, adjustment, love and relationships, self-actualization and the application of psychological principles to problems met by normal people in everyday life.

A survey of the effects of social influence on an individual's thoughts and/or behaviors.

Small group theory and practice designed to further develop the student's ability to lead counseling groups in the social service/mental health professions. Active listening, group dynamics and group theory in psychology.

A study of the history, etiology, diagnosis and treatment of abnormal behavior.

A survey of contemporary personality theory, assessment and change.