Concentrations

Early Childhood Education

Specialize in teaching small children, from infants up to the third grade, and assist them in the development of their social, personal, and academic skills. The Concentration in Early Childhood Education will be open to all students enrolled in our B.A. Program in Liberal Studies and our B.S. Program in Psychology. These concentration courses will replace corresponding open elective credit requirements.

B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Early Childhood Education
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Early Childhood Education

Education

Prepare for a variety of careers in day care centers, private schools, and other organizations that do not require state licensure, or build a foundation for graduate study leading to licensure. Courses focus on curriculum theory and design, special education, and instructional technology. The Education Concentration is for students enrolled in our B.A. Program in Liberal Studies.

B.A. in Liberal Studies with Concentration in Educational Studies

Homeland Security

Become an expert in corporate, national, and global security while you learn how to assess risk and critically think about conflict and security. Gain skills related to jobs in securities, border patrol, and emergency management, while preparing for the option of graduate study in the field. The Concentration in Homeland Security will be open to all students enrolled in our B.A. Program in Liberal Studies and our B.S. Programs in Psychology, Criminal Justice and Business Management. These concentration courses will replace corresponding open elective credit requirements.

B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Homeland Security Studies
B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security Studies
B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Homeland Security Studies
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Homeland Security Studies

Integrative Health  

For alternative health field professionals working in midwifery, acupuncture, yoga therapy, massage, and health coaching. Learn how to work in conjunction with the medical model to provide support, triage and lifestyle coaching to individuals who are seeking wellness. Communicate and think critically about health psychology, and the role of wellness on the individual and societal level. The Integrative Health Concentration is for students enrolled in our B.A. Program in Liberal Studies or B.S. in Psychology or Business Management.

B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Integrative Health
B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Integrative Health
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Integrative Health

Montessori Education

Continue to enrich children’s lives by expanding your knowledge through a holistic study of arts and humanities, education, business, science, and math. The Concentration in Montessori Education will be open to all students enrolled in our B.A. program in Liberal Studies and our B.S. Program in Psychology. These concentration courses will replace corresponding open elective credit requirements.

B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Montessori Education
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Montessori Education

Small Business Management

Focus on issues relevant to individuals who are currently, or are interested in, running their own small business. This concentration will give students writing, communication and business development skills that assist them to lead a profitable small business within the context of their community. This concentration is open to all students enrolled in our B.A. program in Liberal Studies, B.S. program in psychology, business management or criminal justice. These concentration courses will replace corresponding open elective credit requirements.

B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Small Business Management
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Small Business Management
B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Small Business Management
B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Small Business Management

Trauma Studies

For individuals working in education, criminal justice, or social work with an interest in focusing on trauma. Learn writing, research and foundational skills related to issues concerning veterans, domestic violence victims, refugees, and schools. The Concentration in Trauma Studies will be open to all students enrolled in our B.A. Program in Liberal Studies and our B.S. Programs in Psychology, Business Management and Criminal Justice. These concentration courses will replace corresponding open elective credit requirements.

B.S. in Business Management with a concentration in Trauma Studies
B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Trauma Studies
B.A. in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Trauma Studies
B.S. in Psychology with a concentration in Trauma Studies

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