college of community studies and public affairs (ccspa)
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College of Community Studies and
Public Affairs (CCSPA)Psychology
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College of Sciences
College of Nursing &
Health Sciences
College of Community Studies &
Public Affairs
School of Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice
College of Individualized
Studies
College of Management
College of Liberal Arts
School of Communication,
Writing & the Arts
School of Urban
Education
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College of Community Studies & Public Affairs
Undergraduate Programs
• Human Services
• Alcohol & Drug Counseling
• Psychology
• Early Childhood Studies
• Social Work
St. Paul Campus 2nd Floor, St. John’s Hall 700 East 7th Street St. Paul, MN 55106
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Psychology - Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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What do I need to Graduate?
Generals (GELS)48 credits
• Goal areas 1-10
• 8 upper division/liberal
studies credits (300+)
Psychology43 credits 120 credits total from
all institutions--40 cr. upper division--30 cr. from Metro
Electives to reach 120
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Psychology Major
Start With:
• PSYC 100 - General Psychology
• PSYC 200 – Fundamentals of Psychological Science
• PSYC 212 – Intro to Diversity and Ethics in Psychology
Then choose:
• One course from 3 of the 4 Core Content Areas
• (Areas I, II, III and IV)
• 10 credits of Psychology electives
PSYC 312 “Research Methods” – register for this after PSYC 200. It is
recommended to take this half-way through your major.
PSYC 405 “History and Systems of Psychology” - It is recommended
to take this at the end of your major/last semester.
“Application of Knowledge” – It is recommended to take this at the
end of your major/last semester.
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Application of Knowledge
Experiential learning is a vital component of the Psychology degree
Completed at the end of your program/last semester
You will take the 1-credit PSYC 407 course that will help prepare
you for completing “Application of Knowledge”.
Flexible Options
Credit for Prior Learning
Internship/Volunteer Work (120 hours)
Research Project with Faculty
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Professional Opportunities for Psychology
Students include:
• Internships
• Research Experiences
• Hands-on Learning and research in the Psychology Lab
• Psi Chi – local chapter of International Honor Society of
Psychology
• Psychology Club – a student group sponsoring useful activities
• Preparation for graduate/professional programs (PhD, PsyD,
MA, MFT, OT, PT, etc.
• The Graduation with Distinction program
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Academic Advisors
You will be assigned an academic advisor when you declare your major
Your Academic Advisor is here to help
• Review your DARS and evaluate transfer credits
• Review course planning and progress
• Declare your major
• Apply for graduation
• Learn about university support services
Jill Beaulieu-Wilkie [email protected]
Kate Southwick [email protected]
Sarah Dahl [email protected]
Jennifer Broadrick [email protected]
Karin Jax (Alcohol & Drug Counseling advisor) [email protected]
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Resources at Metro State
• Math Center
• Writing Center
• Science Center
• Testing Center
• Student Parent Center
• Veteran’s Services
• Women’s Services
• Center for Accessibility Resources
• International Student Services
• Student Life and Leadership
• Career Development Center
• Academic Advising
• Counseling Services
• Scholarships
• TRiO Student Support Services
• Multicultural Services
and much more…
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Next Steps!
www.metrostate.edu
Register for classes
Review your final schedule
Check class locations
Get your ID card (parking pass)
Buy textbooks
Finalize your financial aid
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