SUGGESTED MINORS
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology major is a broad program which instructs students in psychological principles and methods, provides the knowledge and skills required at the graduate level, and offers the background needed to prepare for careers in possible professions as diverse as medicine, law, business, education, human resources, and others.
CAREER COMPETENCIES
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
Counseling Criminal Justice Gender Studies Healthcare Administration Career & Self-Development Communication Critical Thinking Equity & Inclusion
PSYCHOLOGY
ENGAGE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions
FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP
Consider adding a minor another field such as Justice Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Schedule a mock interview Career & Professional Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship
Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to Top 5 choices
Create Handshake account
Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice
Explore average salaries for your career field
Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying
PSYCHOLOGY
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
PREPARE FOR SUCCESS
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in Counseling or Criminal faculty advisor to check
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
Apply to graduate
events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner interview with the Center for Professional Development
Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints profile Graduate School Fair to explore applying
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
Select research topic of interest and present at conferences to gain accolades
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
FURTHER EDUCATION
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
SKILLS
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
Passion for research
Patience & emotional stability
Active listening
MIDDLE
Rehabilitation Counselor Licensed Psychologist Human Resource Manager Data Scientist Substance Abuse Counselor Parole Officer
M.A.
or M.S. in Psychology, Social Work or Counseling
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)
Recent graduates have been accepted into graduate programs in mental health counseling, industrial/organizational psychology, and special education.
Our program affords students opportunities to enage in research with professors and travel to local, regional and national conferences.
A psychology major is a good choice for students who want to work with people and are interested in understanding human behavior and mental processes.
LIFE AFTER GRADUATION
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
“As a first-generation college student, Limestone University provided the support & education I needed to achieve my academic & professional goals. I went on to earn my M.A. in Psychology & am currently working on a Ph.D, with a specialization in Trauma & Disaster Relief. As a mentor for Middle Eastern refugees through Building Peaceful Bridges and the Afghan Coalition’s Keeping Our Promise program, I am able to apply my knowledge in a way that improves the lives of others. If it were not for Limestone, I would not have the necessary foundations in research & the application of psychological theories to be successful in my current studies or in bettering the mental health within refugee communities.
Shannon Neusch ‘18 Refugee Family Mentor - Afghan Coalition
limestone.edu/psychology
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