BS in Psychology with an Emphasis in Community Counseling

About the BS in Psychology, Community Counseling Program 

The BS in Psychology with an Emphasis in Community Counseling program equips students for roles in mental and behavioral health counseling in diverse and underserved communities. It not only prepares students for immediate employment in mental health fields, but also serves as a foundation for graduate studies in psychology, public health, social work, education and many medical and nursing programs. Students have the opportunity for clinical and research internships, and coursework may fulfill requirements for various healthcare certifications and advanced degrees. 

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At a Glance

  • 120 credit hours 
  • 8 semesters  
  • On-campus and hybrid courses 
  • Develop specialized knowledge  

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Program Start Dates

The BSPSY program begins twice a year.

Fall Semester

Semester begins August 
Applications due July 30th

Spring Semester

Semester begins January 13th 2024
Applications due November 30th

Why the BS in Psychology, Community Counseling program? 

The program provides a curriculum to prepare undergraduate students for a workforce role as a mental health counselor as well as graduate education in psychology, public health, social work, medicine, psychiatric nursing etc. 

The student to faculty ratio provides opportunities for students to align with faculty mentors for clinical and research opportunities. The program has a unique CDU Advantage focusing on health disparities, equity and social justice. The program also offers coursework that prepares students to obtain jobs in the healthcare field with an earned B.S. degree. 

Additional Experiences 

Internship and clinical experiences are elective. Students can work with community agencies and/or academic research. Examples of opportunities include but are not limited to the following: 

  • SART-Substance Abuse Research Training Program 
  • Research opportunities with CDU faculty  
  • Internships at Spectrum  
The psychology program at CDU has inspired me to pursue a career in child psychological development.”
Heidy Campos
Heidy Campos , BSPSY student

Career Options

Students who complete the BS in Psychology, Community Counseling program pursue careers such as: 

  • Mental Health Counselor 
  • Substance Abuse Counselor   
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis Technician   
  • Case Manager

Students can also pursue advanced degrees in Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, School, Forensic, Industrial/Organizational), Social Work, Marriage and Family, Education, Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, and more. 

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Candice Goldstein, PhD, CADC-III
Program Director Psychology

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Accreditation

The BS in Psychology, Community Counseling program has full approval from the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).  

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