The BA in Applied Psychology program is designed to provide a thorough grounding in behavioral science at a practical level that will allow students entry into human services professions and prepare students wishing to advance to graduate work in counseling, education or business. With innovative combinations of theory and practice, the curriculum engages students in creating a foundation for making knowledge work in the real world. The program provides successful graduates with necessary interpersonal skills, critical thinking abilities, theoretical knowledge, ethical consciousness, cross-cultural competence, and self-awareness to be contributing members of their professional communities. Emphasis areas: Students can choose from three emphasis areas to customize their degree: child and adolescent services, criminal behavior, and gerontology. Most graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology go on to complete advanced degrees, such as a Master of Arts in Counseling, and pursue careers as counselors, psychologists or social workers. But you'll be qualified for positions such as case manager, agency manager or coordinator right out of this bachelor's program.