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The Department of Psychology explores human behavior and analyzes data through objective methods of observation, research, experimentation, and practice. There are three majors in the Department of Psychology:
Developmental Psychology, School Psychology, and Clinical Psychology.
Beginning with introductory-level courses to help students acquire basic knowledge of psychology in each field, the program develops applied psychological skills and knowledge for students to meet the Certified Psychologist requirements of the Japanese Psychological Association. |
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| The major course in Developmental Psychology offers training in how to understand human developmental behavior using scientifically rigorous methods. The Developmental Psychology major provides students a variety of opportunities to acquire knowledge of perception, cognition, memory, language, and social behavior from infancy to adulthood. This psychology major also helps students learn methods of various psychological experiments and testing, including the developmental disabilities. |
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School Psychology explores issues that children encounter in their school lives and supports the development of children who learn and gain experience through sports and other social activities.
School Psychology provides students with opportunities to learn principles of educational psychology and to develop analytical skills related to school education. Such knowledge and skills can be applied in their future careers as school teachers. |
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| The major of Clinical Psychology offers a variety of courses which focus primarily on understanding the nature and causes of various psychological problems of individuals and families. Study includes in-depth exploration of theoretical approaches to psychological disorders and overviews of psychological testing and treatment. Students gain a deep understanding of psychology along with basic knowledge of testing and treatment for further study to pursue careers as certified clinical psychologists or counselors. |
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| Elective Certificate Programs |
● Certified Psychologist (The Japanese Psychological Association)
● Librarian Certificate
● Teacher Certificate in Elementary and Primary Education |
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