Psychology is the study of behavior and mental processes. Even if you are probably not aware of it, the fact that you are able to read and understand these words is a complex behavior that also works under imperfect conditions. Psychology is one of the fastest-growing professions, and Lawrence Tech offers four pathways in this exciting field: clinical psychology, industrial/organizational psychology, applied and general psychology, and pre-med/bio-behavioral psychology.
At LTU, students have the opportunity to pursue one of four concentrations in the field of psychology:
Industrial/Organizational Psychology prepares students to be highly specialized problem-solvers trained to investigate and analyze the crucial challenges facing people in the modern workplace.
Clinical Psychology trains future clinicians, counselors, and anyone who wishes to apply their knowledge and expertise to the care of the emotional well-being of individuals. For example, they may diagnose mental illness, design and support the implementation of treatment plans, conduct psychotherapy, or utilize techniques aimed at recognizing and remediating maladaptive behaviors.
Pre-Med/Biobehavioral Psychology studies the fundamental neural mechanisms and brain functions that form the basis of the concepts of mind, consciousness, and behavior. These students examine the complicated relationships that exist between the brain and the body. This track prepares students who will go on to seek advanced degrees in healthcare, including psychiatry.
Applied Psychology allows students to answer questions about human behavior and become involved in strategic problem-solving when it comes to clinical research, counseling, advertising, community planning, law, and more!
Why LTU?
Outside of the classroom, our facilities include two psychology labs where students can participate in developing and conducting experiments.
Undergraduate students have many opportunities to collaborate with faculty research in areas such as sensation and perception, metaphor and cognition, and the psychology of virtual environments.
Undergraduate senior projects regularly lead to publication and opportunities for students to present at academic conferences.
Careers
Graduates with a psychology degree are trained to enter a variety of psychology careers and are provided with a solid foundation to attain advanced degrees.
Find work in these fields:
Health Care Systems
Academic and Private Sector Research
Human Resources Management
School and Education
Private Practice
Social Services
User Experience (UX)
