Psychology

"The purpose of psychology is to give us a completely different idea of the things we know best."

Paul Valery, French Poet (1871-1945)

Why Psychology?

The Psychology degree at Colorado Christian University prepares students for careers in psychology and related fields. Through their academic program, psychology majors gain hands-on experience by completing 135 internship hours with the option of conducting research or working in a field experience. CCU professors have both clinical experience and research backgrounds, providing a holistic approach to psychology. Even at the bachelor’s level, there are a variety of opportunities for those graduating with a psychology degree, including paraprofessionals in clinics and hospitals, case workers in social service, educational aides and staff positions in church and parachurch ministries.

Psychology in the Christian University

Do you have a passion for people? Are you interested in learning why people do the things they do? The mission of the Psychology Department at Colorado Christian University is to broaden students' understanding of God's creation within the context of psychology and to challenge them to confront the complexities of the integration of psychology and faith. Classroom instruction introduces students to the expanding literature of theoretical and experimental psychology while field experience enables students to understand, test and apply psychological theories in real situations. Application of psychological principles encourages students to grow in their personal lives, interpersonal relationships, spiritual well-being and professional competencies.

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Jenny Mills
Class of 2005
Psychology

Learned at CCU:
The most important thing I learned at CCU was how to enjoy the discomfort of not having all the answers!
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Major and Minor Available

Interesting Psychology classes I might take:

  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Clinical Counseling Methods
  • Theories of Personality

What can I do with a degree in Psychology?

  • Advocacy
  • Case Management
  • Graduate School
  • Mental Health Services
  • Research

What are CCU Psychology graduates doing now?

  • Heather Rau (Class of 2006) - Master of Arts in Counseling Candidate, Denver Seminary - Denver, CO
  • Claire Howard (Class of 2005) - Humanitarian Worker, InnerChange - San Francisco, CA
  • Daryl Van Tongeren (Class of 2004) - Social Psychology Ph.D. Candidate, Virginia Commonwealth University - Charlottesville, VA