Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Information
Students graduating with a B.A. in Psychology from LABI College will have a foundational knowledge, research, cognitive, and Christian perspective in psychology. Students will demonstrate competencies with the core concepts, theories, research and history as it relates to psychology from a Christian perspective.
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology:
Program Learning Outcomes
1) Apply foundational knowledge to demonstrate psychology as a scientific discipline.
2) Critically evaluate psychological theories and research, and communicate findings effectively through written and verbal means.
3) Analyze core perspectives in psychology, including behavioral, biological, human development, cognitive, humanistic, counseling, and Christian approaches.
4) Evaluate research and statistical methods employed by clinical and research psychologists to solve practical and theoretical problems.
5) Apply developmental theories to explain human growth and changes across the lifespan, from infancy to geriatrics.
6) Identify and evaluate abnormal behaviors, diagnostic categories, and psychopharmacological treatments within psychological contexts.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Core Curriculum
General Education Core Requirements (30 Credits)
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ART101 Art History (3)
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ENG126 Persuasive Writing (3)
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ENG220 Research Writing (3)
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HIS165 US History (3)
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HIS202 Church History (3)
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HIS204 World Civilization (3)
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MAT163 Math and Personal & Financial Management (3)
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PSY101 Introduction to Psychology (3)
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PSY112 Marriage and Family (3)
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SOC240 Introduction to Sociology (3)
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SPE106 Public Speaking (3)
Bible, Theology, and Ministry Core Requirements (30 Credits)
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BIB110 Old Testament Literature (3)
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BIB120 New Testament Literature (3)
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THE103 Introduction to Systematic Theology (3)
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THE256 Theological Ethics (3)
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THE124 Pentecostal Theology (3)
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MIN155 Spiritual Disciples (3)
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MIN156 Effective Leadership (3)
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MIN199 Christian Worldview (3)
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Any other qualified BIB, THE, or MIN course
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Any other qualified BIB, THE, or MIN course
Major Core Requirements (48 Credits)
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PSY 200 Introduction to Psychopharmacology (3)
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PSY 210 Child Growth and Development (3)
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PSY 221 Personality Theory (3)
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PSY 250 History and Systems of Psychology (3)
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STA 300 Introduction to Statistics (3)
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PSY 311 Adolescent Psychology (3)
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PSY 320 Human Sexuality (3)
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PSY 323 Integration of Psychology and Theology (3)
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PSY 340 Adult Development Psychology (3)
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PSY 343 Research Methods (3)
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PSY 410 Abnormal Psychology (3)
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PSY 411 Principles of Counseling (3)
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PSY 420 Social Psychology (3)
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PSY 421 Biological Psychology (3)
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PSY430 Pastoral Psychology (3)
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PSY 440 Psychology of Leadership (3)
Electives (12 Credits)
120 Total Credits
* Other Bible, Theology, and Ministry courses not listed above may satisfy requirements for the core Bible/Theology/Ministry group. Please contact the Academic Advising Office for guidance on which courses meet program and division requirements.
PROGRAM COMPLETION
Bachelor Program Capstone Requirement
The LABI College bachelor’s degree programs require the successful completion and passing of the end-of-program Capstone Assignment. The Bachelor’s Capstone serves as a direct assessment tool that allows faculty to determine whether a student has achieved the program learning objectives. The assignment includes a written reflection and a recorded presentation in which the student demonstrates how they have met these objectives. Program faculty evaluate both components using the capstone rubric. To pass the capstone and graduate from the BA program, a student must earn an average score of 2 out of 4.
