B.A. B.S. Psychology
Major Minor Teaching Endorsement
PsychologyFeatured Courses
As a student in the psychology major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the psychology profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various psychology careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
PSY 101
Introduction to Psychology 3 credits
The course is a survey of psychology as a natural science and a social science. As a study of human behavior and the mind, the course examines current sub-areas of psychology with attention to neurology, the environment, situation and experience, and the self. Throughout the content, the course also considers how presuppositions in philosophy and theology intersect, integrate, and conflict with views on the human condition.
PSY 221
Lifespan Development 3 credits
This course will address the entire range of the human life chronologically from the moment of conception through death focusing on the physical, cognitive, social and personality development of each chronological period. Basic theories, research findings, and practical applications will be discussed.
PSY 451
Personality Theory 3 credits
A study of the dynamic organizations within the human organism of those psychophysical systems that determine the individual’s unique adjustments to his/her environment. Empirical and speculatory viewpoints are studied with careful differentiation between surface and depth factors. A variety of personality theories are explored for direct applicability to the work of teacher, counselor and enabler.
PSY 345
Social Psychology 3 credits
Social influences on the social and psychological development of the individual; the interaction process, role relationships, development of beliefs and attitudes, dynamics of social groups. Same as SOC 345.
PSY 481
Internship in Psychology 3 credits
The internship in psychology is a planned and supervised educational experience which integrates the knowledge and theory of psychology gained through course work with field experience. Students reflectively observe professionals in the field and participate in meaningful and appropriate ways in the work at hand. Students should contact the Office of Career Services to obtain the undergraduate internship/practicum packet and review the required process.
PsychologySample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
Semester 1
PSY 101
Introduction to Psychology 3 cr.
FYE
First-Year Experience 1 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 13 cr.
17 Total Credits
Semester 2
GEN ED
General Education 16 cr.
16 Total Credits
Semester 3
PSY 221
Lifespan Development 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 13 cr.
16 Total Credits
Semester 4
GEN ED
General Education 16 cr.
16 Total Credits
Semester 5
PSY 306
Introduction to Psychological and Social Research 3 cr.
PSY 451
Personality Theory 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 10 cr.
16 Total Credits
Semester 6
PSY 345
Social Psychology 3 cr.
PSY 406
Applied Research 3 cr.
PSY 445
Abnormal Psychology 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 7 cr.
16 Total Credits
Semester 7
PSY 490
Capstone Seminar 3 cr.
PSY 421
Adolescent Psychology and Development 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 11 cr.
17 Total Credits
Semester 8
PSY 481
Internship in Psychology 3 cr.
GEN ED
General Education 13 cr.
16 Total Credits
Psychology Courses
As experts in psychology, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.