Educational Psychology

Upon taking the required educational psychology courses, students will demonstrate basic and applied knowledge and comprehension in the field including major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, evidence-based practice, and access research literature as they apply to human development, learning, motivation, affect, self-regulation, and behavior.

Upon taking the required educational psychology courses, students will understand professional and ethical behavior in the behavioral mental health profession.

Upon taking the required introductory and advanced educational psychology courses, students will develop awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary to address issues of human diversity (defined broadly) and multiculturalism and advocate for the needs and issues of underrepresented and underserved populations.

Upon completion of the program, students will have the knowledge and skills to enter and maintain employment in the field of behavioral mental health.