Psychology & Mental Health Studies (BA)
At a Glance
Cost
$499 per credit hour
Program Type
Online bachelor’s degree
Accreditation
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Credits
120 semester credit hours
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Transform Lives with a Career in Mental Health
Make a profound impact on people’s lives. The world is hurting with people seeking to cope with physical, psychological and social challenges, and George Fox’s psychology and mental health studies major will put you on the path to making a tangible difference as a counselor, psychologist, therapist or educator.
Courses / Curriculum What Will I Study?
Students in the Psychology & Mental Health Studies major will study:
- The historical and contemporary pioneers responsible for a diverse approach to understanding human behavior and mental health
- Personal and professional ethics in the helping professions and the systems for making ethical decisions
- Human development from infancy through adulthood
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods
- The types, nature, and causes of major behavioral disorders
- Christian faith as it relates to helping people and the influence of Christianity on society
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You don’t have to wait for graduation to show the value of your learning. Earn credentials for every milestone you complete along the way.
Credit Requirements
62 semester credit hours must be completed to enter a major. To graduate with a bachelor's degree, you must complete a total of 120 semester credit hours as follows:
| Credit Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum required entry credits for major (Don't have enough credits?) | 62 |
| Additional credits needed for graduation (general education, electives, or life-learning credit) | 22 |
| Credits earned in Psychology & Mental Health Studies major |
36 |
| Total | 120 |
You May Be Closer to a Degree Than You Think
Every little bit counts when you’re working toward your degree! We recognize that and are committed to helping you reduce your time and cost by taking your full educational journey into account:
- Credits earned at a community college
- Credits earned at a four-year university
- Certifications completed for work
- Life and work experience
- Military training
Get a full picture of how much your degree will take and how long it will take for you to graduate with a free degree plan.
Format
- The Psychology & Mental Health Studies major is offered 100% online
- You will attend a synchronous cohort launch at the beginning of the major via Zoom, followed by 16 months of online course work in a cohort of peers
- All major courses are offered one at a time in a sequential, condensed, accelerated format
Career Outlook Job Prospects
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the demand for substance abuse, behavioral disorder, and mental health counselors will rise by 17% between 2024 and 2034, a much faster rate than the average for all occupations.
Generally, those hired in the field hold some variation of the following titles:
- Addictions therapist
- Behavioral specialist
- Mental health associate
- Social and community service manager
- Human service manager
- Community support specialist
- Instructional assistant
Looking for something shorter?
Certificate in Behavioral Health
A Certificate in Behavioral Health is offered for students enrolled in the program. Courses focus on the study of human behavior and health outcomes and are designed for any student who wants to:
- Pursue advanced learning in these areas
- Add an emphasis to their existing major of study
- Highlight a specialization in their current or future occupation, and/or
- Demonstrate higher-level learning in these areas to graduate schools
Interested students must submit an application and receive approval before taking any of the certificate courses and must submit an application and receive approval before taking any of the certificate courses.
Current accelerated online degree students can apply through the Accelerated Online Degrees Commons Canvas site. This certificate is open to non-degree seeking students as well!
Instilling Value and Belonging
Learn how Javier Gutierrez Baltazar, who finished his bachelor's at George Fox, provides a solid foundation for the next generation as a school counselor.
Lisa Jones
psychology and mental health studies ‘25
Through this program I’ve grown as a scholar, communicator, and advocate. I’ve truly felt known and supported by my professors and peers throughout this process.
You Can Do This
We believe you have what it takes - and our program is designed for the success of working adults:
- An accelerated online format allows you to focus on one class at a time - perfect if you're working full-time or raising a family
- You can earn free credits for prior work and life experience
- You'll journey alongside a cohort of peers in your program
We know it's a big step. That's why you'll have a dedicated staff person to walk with you from start to finish.
Contact a Counselor
Lauren Bergman
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Transfer Admissions
Additional student groups served
- Accelerated Online Degree students
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