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Our Psychology program was designed to give students a strong foundation in understanding human psychology. Because we are a small university, we’re able to focus on your career goals and tailor the program to meet your needs.
At UJ, small doesn’t mean less. We offer a large selection of courses, backed by individualized attention from your professors. Plus, with UJ’s community partnerships, you can pursue hands-on experience in a range of disciplines – all to prepare you for entering the workforce, pursuing master’s level work, or earning your doctoral degree.
A personalized educational experience
We want to help you meet your career goals. That’s why we personalize your undergraduate experience by offering two psychology degree tracks:
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with a solid grounding in psychological theory, research, and application. It is designed for students who will enter the workforce after graduation, or for students wishing to pursue graduate work in applied psychology at the master’s level (such as counseling) or in a related field (such as occupational therapy or social work).
2. Bachelor of Science in Psychology
The Bachelor of Science track is designed for students who plan to pursue doctoral degrees in some area of psychological research or clinical psychology. This track places greater emphasis on research, experimental design, and statistical analysis that culminates in the senior thesis.
Grow your skills
One of the goals of the Psychology Department is to foster the intellectual development of our students. We achieve this goal by examining various disciplines, including counseling theories/techniques and psychotherapy best practices, while remaining rooted in the liberal arts. This teaching style promotes strong writing, communication, and research skills—all of which are crucial to finding professional success. Upon graduation, you will have gained experience in:
- Research methods
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Writing in APA style
- Working collaboratively
- Understanding mental disorders and motivation theory
- Obtaining peer reviewed sources
- Understanding why people are the way they are
- Appreciating and accepting individual differences
- Managing mental health
Concentrations
Addiction Counseling
It’s rare to find an Addiction Counseling Concentration offered at the undergraduate level. We designed this program to give students not interested in graduate school an option to still work as a Licensed Addiction Counselor following their four-year degree.
Students who concentrate on Addiction Counseling will apply to a 960-hour NDBACE approved training practicum. After successful completion, you will be eligible to sit for a licensure exam in North Dakota.
Course Details
The following courses are required for certification as a Licensed Addiction Counselor by the state of North Dakota, along with successful application to a training consortium and completion of 960 hours of training practicum in addiction. These courses, when combined with the psychology core courses and an appropriate grade point average, will constitute a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology with an addiction counseling concentration.
Students are advised that certification as an addiction counselor in North Dakota requires a four-year degree in addiction studies or a closely related mental health field (i.e., psychology). Because some of these courses are offered only during summer sessions and many have prerequisites, students entering the addiction counseling concentration should carefully plan their program with their faculty advisor. Students should also work closely with a faculty advisor to prepare for training consortium deadlines.
| Course | Title (credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Psyc | 101 | General Psychology (3) |
| Psyc | 203 | Developmental Psychology (3) |
| Psyc | 299 | Sophomore Experience in Addiction Counseling (1) |
| Psyc | 302 | Abnormal Psychology (3) |
| Psyc | 360 | Psychopharmacology (3) |
| Psyc | 365 | Dynamics of Addiction (3) |
| Comm | 370 | Diversity (3) |
| Psyc | 401 | Professional Ethics (3) |
| Psyc | 410 | Fundamentals of Counseling (3) |
| Psyc | 411 | Group Counseling (3) |
| Psyc | 412 | Advanced Counseling (3) |
| Psyc | 413 | Family Counseling (3) |
| Psyc | 498-499 | Training Practicum in Addiction Counseling (if applicable) (6-12) |
| Total Semester Credits Required: 37-49 | ||
Licensure Disclosure Statement:
The Psychology with Addiction Counseling Concentration BA Program meets the educational requirements for licensure at the level of Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in North Dakota.
- Additional Requirements for Licensure in North Dakota: (https://www.ndbace.org/licensing/licensure-requirements/)
- Successful completion of a 960-hour clinical training practicum approved by the North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners (NDBACE)
- Passing score on a NCAC-II or MAC examination approved by the NDBACE
The University of Jamestown has not determined if the Psychology with Addiction Counseling Concentration BA Program meets the educational requirements for licensure at the level of Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in the following U.S. jurisdictions: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, AS, DC, FSM, GU, MH, MP, PW, PR, VI.
Why UJ?
- Small class sizes allow for more personalized support and discussion.
- Learn from faculty who maintains a private practice in counseling.
- Academic advisor (who is also psychology faculty) is assigned on day one.
Become Licensed
UJ psychology students who complete the Addiction Counseling Concentration requirements are eligible to sit for the addiction counselor licensure exam in North Dakota.
Gain real-life experience.
We graduate students who are prepared to make a difference in the field of psychology. This outcome is accomplished, in part, through hands-on experience.
Examine Future Careers
To help you gain a better understanding of what your future can look like, all freshmen are required to take a course that examines psychology careers.
Individual Research Projects
Every student will conduct their own research project from start to finish. Students have the opportunity to present their findings at an annual research symposium and at regional professional conferences.
Although these opportunities are often not available at state schools, we find research development is a strong point for graduate school admission committees and sets our students apart from most applicants.
Internships
Our internship program enables students to gain work experience and make informed career choices through supervised internships of a semester or more in length – many of which are available for credit.
UJ is located in what is often referred to as a “psychology town.” That means students can develop their skills working with a range of clients from the State Hospital, the Anne Carlson Center (serves individual with development disabilities), Triumph (assists individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities), the State Prison, and Safe Shelter (works with victims of domestic violence), among others.
Co-Curricular Activities
UJ has an active Psi Chi chapter (the international honor society in psychology) that recognizes scholastic achievement, and encourages leadership, research, and creativity within psychology. We also have a Student Psychology Association where students with similar interests meet to learn about different aspects of psychology, as well as graduate programs.
Coursework
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
Psyc 101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
Psyc 201 |
Psychology in Context |
3 |
Psyc 202 |
Research Methods |
3 |
Psyc 302 or Psyc 311 |
Abnormal Psychology
Theories of Personality |
3
3 |
Plus two of the following courses
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
Psyc 315 |
Social Psychology |
3 |
Psyc 317 |
Motivation and Emotion |
3 |
Psyc 319 |
Cognition |
3 |
Psyc |
Electives |
12 |
Psyc 318 |
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences |
3 |
Psyc 321 or Psyc 330 or Psyc 360 |
Biological Psychology
Health Psychology
Psychopharmacology |
3
3
3 |
Psyc 391 |
Junior Seminar |
1 |
Psyc 450 |
History & Systems |
3 |
Total Semester Credits Required: 40
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Tuition and Financial Aid
We believe every student, regardless of their financial situation, should have access to a UJ education. 100% of our full-time undergraduate students have some type of financial aid, with scholarship packages starting at $8,000 minimum. Your counselor for admissions personally walks you through financial aid, including the process of filing a FAFSA, maximizing your eligibility for aid, and answering any questions you may have along the way.