Bachelor of Arts Psychology

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Build Your Mind and Career with a Psychology Degree

A Bachelor of Arts in Psychology online degree is designed to prepare you for a career as a leader in a number of fields through the study of the human mind. The insights, tools, and training you’ll receive with this degree will provide you with the confidence and knowledge to become a leader in a therapist role or a leadership role in any organization or field you choose to pursue. The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree provides a more in-depth, subject-focused degree compared to the psychology concentration offered in our interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree. Students will complete 36 hours of psychology credits in this program compared to 18 hours with the concentration.

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Prepare for the workforce with an SMC degree, built on a strong academic foundation. The Camak Core professional development program, included in your degree, offers practical experience and workplace skills while you’re still in college. Graduate ready to succeed, confident, and quickly adapt to working life. 

Choose Your Degree, Shape Your Future

Start your future by choosing a degree that aligns with your interests. A psychology degree gives you the knowledge and confidence to succeed and lead in any field. 

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All the Knowledge and (and Skills) You'll Need

The study of psychology provides students with a more complete understanding of the inner workings of the human mind. From cognitive development to behavioral science to personality studies, psychology graduates will have a number of career options available to them. With the concepts learned in this degree, graduates can go on to roles in therapy, management, child development, and more.

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What You'll Do With a Psychology Degree

Your SMC psychology degree gives you the specialized academic foundation you’ll need for a variety of careers, including:

  • Licensed Therapist
  • Child Development Specialist
  • Human Resources Representative
  • Management Analyst
  • Recruiter
  • Counseling
  • Social Worker
  • Criminal Justice and Law Careers
  • Teaching
  • Human Resources
  • Writing Careers
  • Healthcare
  • Forensic Sciences

Affordable for a Reason

Thanks to our generous scholarship and financial aid opportunities, it’s likely you’ll pay way less than you think for an SMC education. You may even be able to attend tuition-free! Check it out for yourself!

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What’s Camak Core

It's our for-credit career readiness courses that give you workplace skills now, so you can stand out to employers later.

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