Psychology, BS/BA
The purpose of the Psychology program at Emmanuel University is to provide students with a broad-based knowledge of the history of psychology as a science, its current fund of information concerning the bio-psychosocial process, the application of psychological principles to professional practice, and the experiential and theoretical integration of psychology and Christianity. Furthermore, those students completing the psychology degree will have the background to pursue graduate level programs in psychology, counseling, or social work.
Our mission is to prepare students for one of many endeavors:
- Graduate study in psychology or a psychology-related field;
- A career in the helping professions; and,
- An enlightened understanding of God, themselves, and others as they enter the world after University.
To accomplish its purpose, the Psychology program will:
- Examine both the modern and ancient aspects of the discipline of psychology.
- Help students gain a broad-based knowledge in the current field of psychology.
- Train students from a Christian perspective and develop skills in interpersonal relationships, communication with clients, and interviewing techniques.
- Increase students’ understanding of the integrative aspects of psychology, spirituality, and Christianity.
- Encourage students to make progress toward personal, social, and spiritual maturation.
- Help students gain necessary skills in the interpretation of human behavior, thought, and emotion.
- Expose students to the many applied areas in psychology and help prepare them for graduate programs or vocational choices.
