BA Psychology

PSYCHOLOGY

Students enrolled in the Psychology program will study principles of human growth and development and the processes of learning, cognition, and emotion. Particular focus is on personality development, maladaptive behavior, social diversity and group interactions, and the biological bases of behavior. The major provides the foundation for careers in human services and counseling, in business and industry, and in working with children, adolescents, and adults in schools or clinical settings.

• Cohort-style learning provides peer support for students who are managing work and family demands.
• Acceptance to the program requires an associate degree or 45 to 75 transfer credits, and a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Classes are offered in Pittsfield and online.
• 7 week sessions with meetings one evening per week.
• Opportunity to earn credit for life and work experience.
• Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

COURSES INCLUDE:

• PSYC 101 Introductory Seminar in Psychology
• PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology
• PSYC 290/291 Psychological Research & Statistics
• PSYC 310 Cognitive Psychology
• PSYC 360 Measurement & Assessment
• PSYC 410 History of Psychology
  *MCLA reserves the right to change this program of study for academic or administrative reasons.

QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!

Amanda L. Schuler
Coordinator of Advancement for Academic Pathways & Degree Completion
Division of Graduate and Continuing Education
amanda.schuler@mcla.edu 
(413)662-5422