Psychology Department

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Department Chair: Professor John Klein

Psychology is offered as a major program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. Concentrations in Forensic Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Health Psychology are offered along with an Honors Program for students interested in pursuing advanced research under the close supervision of a faculty member. All required psychology courses must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or better.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts program in Psychology will be able to:

1. Read, understand, and critique the classic and contemporary research literature.
2. Design, conduct, analyze, interpret, and successfully present scientific research.
3. Speak and write effectively in the discourse of the discipline.
4. Evaluate their own unique interests, abilities, career, and life goals.

In addition, graduates of the Bachelor of Arts program in Psychology and the Honors Program will be prepared to pursue advanced graduate training and/or careers in human services. Concentrations in Forensic Psychology and Developmental Psychology also prepare students for advanced training and/or careers in civil and criminal justice or in education.

For more information please visit our website at www.castleton.edu/psych/Index.htm

Programs

• Psychology (BA.PSY)
• Psychology: Developmental (BA.PSY.DEV)
• Psychology: Forensic (BA.PSY.FOR)
• Psychology: Health (BA.PSY.HLT)
• Psychology: Honors (BA.PSY.HON)
• Psychology: Major-by-Contract (BA.SSC.PSY)

• Psychology Minor (PSY)

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