Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Great Lakes Christian 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 Michigan colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Great Lakes Christian College

Also known as Grand Valley

1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI

Great Lakes Christian College is an excellent faith-based institution located in Lansing, MI that offers educational opportunities for its students. This school also has a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation. Great Lakes Christian College enrolls around 300 students yearly, providing a great atmosphere for learning. More than ten different programs are offered at Great Lakes Christian College, with a Bachelor's degree being the highest degree granted. A list of the more popular programs offered for individuals are:

• Biblical Studies
• General Studies
• Organizational Communication
• Theological and Ministerial Studies

Great Lakes Christian College has an open enrollment guideline, allowing any students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of school records, as well as any admissions essays may be required for certain programs.

Great Lakes Christian College also offers student services such as help with employment opportunities for students and career guidance for students that may require additional help.

The cost of tuition is approximately $16,000, but may change each year. Students may to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Financial assistance may be offered to those that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission, having held that accreditation for the last eight years. For information and consumer disclosures, please visit school's website.

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Great Lakes Christian College has offered the following programs for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI
  • Total Employment: 360
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $60390

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).