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Details of the Psychology and Family Studies Degree

The study of Psychology prepares students to better understand the nature and causes of behavior, feelings, and thoughts, as well as effective techniques for maintaining psychological and social health. The Barclay College program in psychology offers students the opportunity to become acquainted with the principles of psychology in an environment which specifically encourages the critical evaluation of those principles in light of the Bible and God's desire for our redemption and holiness. This major offers an emphasis in family systems, equipping the graduate for ministry to modern families. Graduates from the Barclay program will find themselves with an excellent foundation for careers in various ministries, social service institutions, or other occupations where psychological or interpersonal skills are particularly required or valuable. Upon completion of the Bachelor's degree from Barclay College, students who are interested in pursuing the full range of possibilities for careers in Psychology will want to pursue graduate studies. A graduate degree opens the possibilities of a career in counseling centers, education, industry and health agencies, or, at the doctoral level, opportunities ranging from private practice to teaching or research.

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