Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology explores multifaceted issues that shed light on the full human experience, including emotional and intellectual growth, development throughout the life cycle, social influences on behavior, mental health challenges, human cognition, behavior measurement, biological factors, motivational forces, optimal human functioning and what makes humans unique.

Psychology helps students better understand themselves, grow from the experience and develop a healthy respect for others.

Our undergraduate psychology program allows students to customize their coursework to their individual interests, talents and passions. Our graduate programs in behavior analysis provide the coursework, research mentorship and supervised clinical work necessary to help students build a well-rounded skill set in the field.

We also offer an accelerated program that allows qualified Salve undergraduates to begin a master’s degree in behavior analysis or clinical counseling during their senior (fourth) year. 

Explore Our Programs

Our minor in applied behavior analysis equips you with the skills to help people with disabilities gain independence and promote positive behaviors in communities, organizations and classrooms.

Applied behavior analysis program

Our Ph.D. program in behavior analysis provides the coursework, research mentorship and supervised clinical experience necessary to help you establish a well-rounded behavior analytic repertoire. Our graduates meet the qualifications to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral and are highly equipped for advanced clinical, research and teaching positions.

Behavior analysis program

Our master’s degree in behavior analysis prepares you for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam and provides a deep understanding of behavioral science. Our students become compassionate behavior analysts who support people with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Behavior analysis program

Our psychology program explores why people think, feel and act the way they do, providing valuable skills for careers focused on understanding human behavior. We tailor each student’s education to their own unique interests, talents and passions.

Psychology program

Meet Our Faculty

Our dedicated faculty are accomplished professionals whose interests span the scope of the field. Our personalized approach supports the University’s mission by promoting the values of honesty, hard work, altruism, compassion, dignity, respect and service.

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