Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The Post undergraduate major in Psychology prepares students for careers in the social services or related fields, and graduate or professional training in psychology.  The program provides a satisfying and stimulating study of human behavior. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in internship and cooperative education experiences.

The Post University Psychology program offers students two applied tracks, Health, Education and Community Services, and Organizational Studies.

Examples of careers in the Health, Education, and Community services track:

  • Behavior Analyst
  • Case Worker
  • Child Protection Worker
  • Director of Volunteer Services
  • Drug/Substance Abuse Counselor
  • Employment Counselor
  • Family Service Worker
  • Hospital Patient Service Representative
  • Rehabilitation Advisor
  • Residential Youth Counselor
  • Social Service Director

Examples of careers in the Organizational Studies track:

  • College Admissions Counselor
  • College Admissions Recruiter
  • Congressional Aide
  • Customer Relations
  • Director Alumni Relations (college)
  • Director Fund Raising (college)
  • Employee Counselor
  • Human Resources/Personnel
  • Management Trainee
  • Marketing/Consumer Researcher
  • Sales
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Statistical Assistant

Either track will prepare students for graduate school in psychology, law, counseling, or other similar professional programs.

Psychology is an empirical discipline in which training and experience in research are essential to a student’s education. Students majoring in either field are required to take courses in statistics and research methodology and to participate in research.

Faculty Advisor Contact Information
Dr. Frank Lifrieri
(203) 596-4632