The graduates of the program should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology;
• Apply basic research methods, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation;
• Use psychological and physiological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues;
• Analyze the complexity of socio-cultural diversity and interpret resulting data. The psychology program at Holy Spirit University of Atlanta is specifically developed to promote the ability to deliver service skills within the community. At the Bachelor level, students will not be qualified to function independently as practicing psychologists; however, they will be able to cope with work in a community setting.

The program will train a student to be aware of problems that exist and of the possible approaches to resolve them. Using psychological assessment, strategies, and methods of intervention, the student will work within the community, continuously evaluating the ways to a better adjustment within it in relation to psychological, physical, social, political, and religious domains.

Admission Requirements:
For a student to be admitted to the program, a grade of “C” or above is required in the following courses: PSL 201, STA 202, ENL 213, ENL 223.

Graduaiton Requirements:
In order to graduate, a student must meet the General Education Requirements, and successfully complete a total of 120 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0/4.0, and a minimum average of 2.3/4.0 in the major and concentration requirements.