Academics | Psychology

Psychology

Degrees and Programs

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, with concentrations available in Developmental Psychology or Experimental Psychology
Master of Arts, Psychology: prepares students for a Ph.D. program
Master of Science, Psychology, with concentrations available in Behavior Analysis (leading to certification as a Behavior Analyst and an MFT license) or Counseling (leading to an MFT license)
Psychology minor
Social Sciences Subject Matter Preparation Program (teaching credentials)

What you can earn

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, $54,936 annually in our region
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, $56,382 annually in our region

estimations courtesy of www.salary.com and The American Association of Family Therapy as of August 2008

Our Faculty

William F. Potter, Ph.D.
Rita Ann Asher, Ph.D.
Kurt D. Baker, Ph.D.
Stephen Black, Ph.D.
Victoria L. Cortez, Ph.D.
Cheryl DeLancey, Ph.D.
Carrie Dempsey, Ph.D.
Jennifer Esterly, Ph.D.
Fred Fernandez, MS, MFT.
Annie Guichard
Jennifer Henk, Ph.D.
Bruce E. Hesse, Ph.D.
Jane S. Howard, Ph.D.
Run Jin
Victor Luevano
Lin S. Myers, Ph.D.
Todd D. Nelson, Ph.D.
Harold W. K. Stanislaw, Ph.D.
Dawn L. Strongin, Ph.D.
James A. Wakefield Jr., Ph.D.

About The College

The College of Human and Health Sciences is unique in combining a strong emphasis on the science-based theory and methods of the disciplines with their practical applications. Programs emphasize applying what is taught in the classroom to the real world through laboratory, clinical, and field experiences.

Under the tutelage of faculty and as a part of a diverse student body, students find many opportunities to discover things about themselves, their communities, and what they want to become.

CHHS contact info
Dean: Gary Novak, Ph.D.
Phone: (209) 667-3155
E-mail: CHHS@csustan.edu
Web site: www.csustan.edu/CHHS

Explore Further: Department Web site »

The Psychology Department at CSU Stanislaus is committed to providing a high quality education to undergraduate and graduate students, helping students understand the central role of science in understanding human behavior, and maintaining a well-rounded faculty that represents all areas of study in the field, including both theoretical and applied interests.

students So, what can you do with a Psychology degree? Possible career paths/fields of work include: teaching, special education programs, guidance counselor, child counselor, psychiatric nursing, hospitals, clinics, behavior analyst, mental health counselor, parent training, or vocational guidance.

Interesting classes you might take

Introduction to the study of Abnormal
Behavior
Introduction to Learning and Motivation
Introduction to Counseling Techniques
Research Seminar in Neuroscience
Drugs and Behavior
Forensic Psychology
Cognitive Processes
Experimental Analysis of Behavior

Course Spotlight
PSYC 4790: Analyzing and Changing Human Behavior
Consists of the basic principles and terminology of behavior analysis applied to a variety of human settings. Behavior change, program design, and evaluation will be discussed.

What you can learn

To apply psychological research and concepts to address real-world problems
Learn basic counseling skills
To identify strengths and weaknesses in psychological research

Contact Information

Phone: (209) 667-3386

psyc.csustan.edu

CSU Stanislaus
Psychology
Bizzini Hall, Room 231
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382