Psychology
Psychology is the study of behavior and mental
processes. At Alverno, we use an experimental approach in the study
of psychology, because first-hand experience helps you to develop
the kind of understanding that characterizes the competent professional
in psychology.
Students majoring in psychology at Alverno will gain proficiency in:
- Theoretical Reasoning - to construct plausible psychological explanations for complex human behavior relying on reasoning and evidence
- Methodological Proficiency - to solve problems of human experience, using and evaluating a variety of methods
- Professional Interaction - to interact and communicate with people in a variety of professional contexts, including collaborating on research teams, assisting others in resolving life challenges, and presenting research conclusions in oral and written formats
- Self-reflection - to be self-directed in using the tools of meta-cognition to accurately discern the quality of her own performance in academic, professional, personal and civic settings
- Ethical Insight and Action - to respond to the needs of others with sensitivity to various perspectives, including cultural, national, economic, and spiritual differences; to act interpersonally and in working with groups with integrity, initiative and vision in relationship to the APA Code of Ethics and the APA Guidelines for Service Diverse Populations.
AODA Specialization
The psychology department also offers an AODA specialization for students who are interested in learning about the assessment, treatment and prevention of alcohol and other drug abuse. Students choosing this option pursue tailored learning opportunities that provide them with all of the Wisconsin Certification Board required education hours and core function training required for a CADC II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) certification.
Career Opportunities
As a psychology major, you can choose courses
and projects that prepare you for careers in a variety of areas.
Alverno psychology graduates become leaders in:
- governmental and nongovernmental human services
organizations
- nonprofit community advocacy
- business and industry settings
- graduate school in psychology, both in clinical
and research specialization
- other professional graduate training, such as
law, education and social work.
Would you like to
know more about the program?
Click here to learn more about Alverno's psychology
program. This site is designed and maintained by psychology
faculty.
Credit for
Prior Learning Experiences
Alverno offers a program
to determine if you are eligible to receive college credit for prior
learning experiences. Click
here for information.
Your next
step
To find out more about Alverno's psychology program, contact the
Alverno Admissions office. An Admissions Counselor can answer your
questions about the program, admissions, credit transfers and financial
aid.
Call 414-382-6100 or toll-free 1-800-933-3401 or
e-mail Admissions.
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