Psychology
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree in Psychology prepares students who have earned technical, vocational, or military education to advance in their careers and to pursue graduate study in psychology and related fields. The Psychology BAAS degree program recognizes credit for non-traditional educational experiences, and provides foundational knowledge and skills through quality, rigorous, and innovative coursework.
The A&M–Central Texas Psychology BAAS program is an ideal stepping stone for students looking to increase their earning potential and academic accomplishment through one or more advanced degrees in psychology.
The program is especially well suited to current associate-level Clinical Dependency Counselors and other practicioners who want to further their careers in psychology. The 120-hour BAAS program at A&M–Central Texas offers the potential to apply credits and training already earned toward a bachelor’s degree emphasizing the core psychology coursework.
Career Opportunities
- Clinical Psychologist
- Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- School Counselor
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Policy Researcher
- Data Analyst
- Community Organizer/Planner
Program Information
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IN THE NEWS
Psychology Majors Shine in the Student Research Symposium
Six students from the Counseling and Psychology Department participated in the second annual Student Research Symposium held on December. 6, 2024 in the Bernie Beck Lecture Hall and online…
The event was hosted by the Division of Research and Innovation, the Psychology Club, Psi Chi, and the Science Club.
Left to Right: Dr. Malin Lilley, Alexandra Penrose, Abigayle Rocha, Michelle Sandy (online), Amanda Sawyer, Ariana Espinosa Grimaldo, Joel Millan, Dr. Madelynn Shell
Applied Psychology Resources
Program Contact
Dr. Andria Schwegler
Title: Department Chair, Associate Professor
Program Coordinator: MS in Applied Psychology
Program Coordinator: BAAS in Psychology
Email: [email protected]
Department: Counseling and Psychology
Room: WH-318
Phone: 254.501.5879
Email: [email protected]
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