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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 

Understand People. Build Resilience. Lead with Purpose—All in a Psychology Program Designed for Your Life and Career.

Program Details:

• Credit Hours: 120
• Cost Per Course: $1,912
• Estimated Completion Time: 24–48 months, depending on transfer credit
• Fully Online Program
• Transfer up to 88 Approved Credits

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Gain Essential, Practical Knowledge for Understanding People and Supporting Well-Being

Build the knowledge and skills grounded in the science of human behavior with ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½â€™s Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. This fully online program blends foundational psychological theory with applied learning in well-being, resilience, motivation, and organizational and community effectiveness. Designed for current and future working professionals, our program teaches practical strategies for strengthening mental health, improving communication, and promoting thriving in workplaces, communities, and everyday life. 

The BA in Psychology combines 100% online coursework with opportunities for real-world projects, research experiences, and applied learning within students’ current jobs or local organizations. You’ll graduate with enhanced skills for working with individuals, groups, organizations, and communities in a range of career fields, including: 

• Human resources and organizational development
• Non-profit program management
• Health and wellness coaching
• Education and student services
• Marketing and sales

You’ll also be equipped to pursue graduate-level education in psychology, counseling, social work, and related fields. You may also be eligible to transfer up to 88 approved credits from prior learning experiences, enabling you to finish your degree faster. 

What You Will Learn

The BA in Psychology provides a strong foundation in psychological science—including research methods, statistics, and core theories of behavior—while offering applied courses that explore workplace well-being, resilience, motivation, and community mental health.

Through real-world projects, case studies, and experiential learning, you’ll develop practical skills in assessment, communication, program design, and data-informed decision making. You will learn how to apply psychological principles to support individuals, teams, organizations, and communities.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

• Apply Psychological Theories and Concepts: Understand and use core psychological principles to analyze human behavior and promote well-being across diverse settings.
• Conduct and Evaluate Research: Design, interpret, and critically assess psychological research using appropriate methodologies and digital tools.
• Promote Mental Health and Well-Being: Implement evidence-based strategies that enhance resilience, motivation, belonging, and organizational effectiveness.
• Practice with Ethical and Cultural Competence: Apply ethical standards, cultural humility, and inclusive thinking when working with individuals and groups.

Online education that keeps you connected with one-on-one student support

ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ matches you with a Student Experience Mentor (SEM) at the time you apply. Throughout your time as a ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ student, your SEM will be your first point of contact. The assistance your SEM provides will vary depending on the program in which you are enrolled and the level of support required. 

Courses

The BA in Psychology includes a strong core in psychological science paired with flexible electives that allow you to tailor your degree to your career goals. Whether you plan to pursue graduate study in counseling or social work, advance in organizational or HR roles, or strengthen your impact in community service, you can choose the courses that best fit your path.

Core Curriculum

All students build foundational skills in psychological theory, research, and applied practice through the following required courses:

• PSY 110: Introduction to Applied Psychology
• PSY 115: Introduction to Happiness Studies
• PSY 208: Developmental Psychology
• PSY 215: Facilitating Happiness
• PSY 220: Research Methods in Psychology
• PSY 310: Applied Cognitive Psychology
• PSY 311: Applied Social Psychology
• PSY 326: Well-Being Across Cultures

Flexible Major Electives

Students select from a robust set of electives that align with their professional interests and aspirations. Elective options include:

Clinical, Counseling, and Mental Health Focus
These electives support students preparing for graduate programs in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (MSW), or related helping professions.

• Applied Psychopathology
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Substance Use, Addiction, and Recovery
• Behavioral Interventions and Applied Practice

Organizational, Human Resources, and Community Leadership Focus
These electives prepare students for careers in HR, organizational development, training, community services, and employee well-being roles.

• Organizational Psychology
• Workplace and Workforce Well-Being
• Positive Leadership and Motivation
• Program Development and Evaluation
   

Admission Requirements 

To apply to our BA in Psychology program, you must provide: 

• Proof of a high school diploma, GED, or international equivalent.
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.

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Faculty

Jenifer Norton

Dr. Jenifer Norton (she/they) earned a Ph.D. in Social Work from Bryn Mawr College and an M.S.W. from Widener University. As the School of Professional Studies & Innovation's Psychology Program Director and Assistant Professor of Practice at ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½, they lead the design of interdisciplinary programs focused on human flourishing, mental health, and holistic well-being.

With over a decade of experience in online and hybrid higher education, Norton specializes in instructional design, curriculum innovation, and program leadership. Their work bridges technology, artificial intelligence, and human-centered learning—advancing AI integration initiatives across general education and professional studies.

Their teaching and scholarship emphasize ethical technology use, culturally responsive pedagogy, and data-informed practice. Norton has served as evaluator on federally funded behavioral-health grants and contributed to publications and conferences on online learning, AI in education, and culturally sustainable curricula.

James Schatzle

Jim Schatzle has dedicated over 40 years to saving lives and empowering others to do the same. He founded TEAM LIFE, INC. in 1994, training over 100,000 people in CPR, AED, and advanced lifesaving courses, alongside a team of passionate healthcare professionals.

In addition to serving as CEO of TEAM LIFE, INC., Schatzie is as an adjunct professor at ÐÔÊÀ½ç´«Ã½ and Seton Hall University. He holds a Master’s in Happiness Studies and is a Ph.D. candidate in the world’s first Ph.D. class in Human Flourishing and Happiness Studies. A lifelong Colts Neck resident and former Mayor and Township Committeeman (2007–2015), he champions happiness, anti-fragility, and the SPIRE framework (Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Relational, & Emotional). 

Career Outcomes

With your BA in Psychology, you can prepare for new professional opportunities, advance in your current role, or continue on to graduate programs in psychology, counseling, social work, organizational leadership, or related fields. The program’s applied focus prepares graduates to understand people, strengthen well-being, and support effective functioning in workplaces and communities.

Below are examples of career paths that align with the skills and competencies developed in this program:

Human Resource Specialists
HR specialists support efforts to recruit, train, and retain talented employees. They help define job descriptions, select candidates, and conduct interviews. They may also be involved with developing benefits packages for employee compensation, creating training programs, or designing corporate well-being policies. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that human resource specialists earned a median annual salary of $72,910 per year as of August 2025.¹

Health and Wellness Coaches
Health and wellness coaches work with clients or organizations to develop plans that improve individual well-being. Depending on their prior experience, coaches may focus on improving clients’ diet and exercise, relationship-building, work-life balance, or another area.

Social and Community Service Managers
Social and community service managers coordinate, direct, and promote programs designed to improve community well-being. They can work in the public, private, or non-profit sectors and act as case managers for a range of service types. They may plan and manage budgets, make staffing decisions, direct outreach or fundraising efforts, and work one-on-one with service clients. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that social and community service managers earned a median annual salary of $78,240 as of August 2025.²

Additional Roles Aligned with Your Pathway

Depending on your electives and career interests, graduates may also pursue roles as:

• Training and Development Coordinators
• Organizational Development Assistants
• Case Managers or Case Aides
• Behavioral Health Technician
• Program Coordinators (nonprofit or community-based)
• Human Services Assistants
• Victim Advocates
• Community Outreach Specialists
• Peer Support Specialists

These roles draw on understanding of human behavior, communication, motivation, resilience, and applied well-being—core competencies of the program.

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