Psychology Major
Benefits and Distinctives
- Attain a greater understanding of human behavior.
- Build a solid base for graduate and doctoral education.
- Acquire skills applicable to a variety of professional areas.
- Learn to scientifically analyze human interaction.
Career Opportunities
- Treatment settings such as hospitals and residential treatment facilities
- Entry-level social services and probation programs
- Personnel
- Public relations
- Marketing
- Ergonomics
What about Internship and Graduate School Opportunities?
About 70 percent of psychology graduates pursue a higher degree at APU as well as other schools such as Loma Linda University; Fuller Theological Seminary; University of Southern California; and Pepperdine University. More than 60 percent of psychology students are involved in practicums, participating in a variety of areas related to their emphasis. Students secure practicums at many locales throughout Southern California such as City of Hope; Pregnancy Help Clinic, Hollywood; California Christian Home; Charter Oak Hospital; and the Azusa, Covina, and Glendora unified school districts.
“I have found that the professors within the psychology department have helped me relate my major to my ministry in life. They have encouraged me to grow spiritually by helping me learn more about myself and the people around me. Every professor has been very accepting and accommodating to me as an individual.”
Jessica Cane ’08
Psychology
