Accelerated Adult Programs
Psychology (B.A.)
Flexible, science-based study of human behavior and mental processes—tailored for working adults in the Coatesville area.
Adult-FriendlyOnline & accelerated options designed around work & family
Career-Ready SkillsResearch & statistics, assessment, communication, ethics, helping skills
Next-Step PathwayStrong foundation for roles in human services and graduate study
What You’ll Learn:
- Research methods and statistics for studying behavior
- Biopsychology and the biological bases of behavior
- Developmental psychology across the lifespan
- Cognitive processes: learning, memory, thinking, and perception
- Social psychology and the dynamics of groups & relationships
- Personality theories, assessment, and individual differences
- Abnormal psychology, diagnosis, and evidence-based approaches
- Ethics, cultural competence, and professional writing in psychology
- Field experience/practicum that connects theory to real-world service
Where Graduates Can Work
- Human services, social services, and case management
- Behavioral health, residential, and community agencies
- Education support, youth programs, and outreach
- Research assistant and program evaluation roles
- Business, HR, and customer/community engagement
- Preparation for graduate programs (e.g., counseling, social work, I/O)
Curriculum Highlights
Final degree requirements are set by Alvernia University; your advisor will confirm your personalized plan.
- Core study in research methods, statistics, and writing in psychology
- Coursework across biopsychology, cognitive, developmental, social & personality
- Abnormal psychology and applied topics relevant to human services
- Practicum/field experience aligned with professional goals
- Delivery designed for working adults with flexible scheduling
