Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Alderson Broaddus College prepares students for careers as case managers, psychiatric technicians, career counselors, and rehabilitation specialists. The program focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Program courses include: principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods. Get more details below including other Washington colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Alderson Broaddus College

Also known as Alderson-Broaddus College

South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA

About
Alderson-Broaddus College, a private four year institution located in Philippi, West Virginia, was established in 1932 through the merger of two institutions. The older of the two schools, Broaddus College, was founded in 1871 and named after a highly respected civil war Baptist minister.  The second school, Alderson Academy and Junior College, was founded by Emma Alderson in 1901, which grew in scope and offerings prior to the merger of the two schools. Both schools brought with them a Christian Baptist tradition which continues to this day. The school is the only institution in West Virginia to be included in the US News and World Report's list for “Great Schools, Great Prices” and 22nd on the list for America's Best Schools.

Academics
Alderson-Broaddus College offers degrees in variety of subjects through a liberal art curriculum. The school is known for its quality of education at an affordable price, rooted in the Baptist tradition. The school also provides a number of programs related to health, as well as a large selection of minors to help augment one's education. Alderson-Broaddus College is one of the finest institutions in West Virginia, and among the best in the southern region, with programs updated and reviewed regularly to ensure quality and relevance.

Programs offered include:
Communications
Accounting
Criminal Justice
Psychology
Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Alderson-Broaddus College may complete the online application in order to begin the process. Students must also provide standardized test scores and transcripts, which will be reviewed prior to a final decision regarding admissions.

Financial aid is available in the form loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships. Individuals in need of financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards.

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Alderson-Broaddus College offers a bachelor's degree program in psychology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

School Psychologists

Description

Investigate processes of learning and teaching and develop psychological principles and techniques applicable to educational problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, school psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Yakima, WA
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.84
  • Average Annual Salary: $68300

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Description

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, industrial-organizational psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.1% from 2014 to 2024

Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

Description

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, neuropsychologists and clinical neuropsychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).