Psychology/Behavioral Sciences Distance Courses
These Psychology/Behavioral Sciences courses are offered for credit by Andrews University, Oakwood University, and Washington Adventist University.
Griggs University manages the registration and provides the instruction and support for students. Griggs University is owned and operated by Andrews University.
Andrews University Credit
BHSC 220/823.0
Interdisciplinary Approach to Contemporary Social Issues (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: BHSC 220 Interdisciplinary Approach to Contemporary Social Issues
Issues may include drug abuse, the family, crime/violence and punishment, AIDS, poverty, and health care. Integrates foundational social science with a Christian perspective to help students understand the origins of current societal issues and strategies for addressing those issues.
Format: Paper self-paced
BHSC 235/796.1
Culture, Place, and Interdependence (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: SOCI 280 Issues in Multiculturalism: Belief Systems
Uses and integrates concepts from anthropology, geography and other sciences to help students understand how human culture and natural habitat create regional, ethnic, religious and other social groups. Examines origins of group conflict and considers avenues of responsible action for resolution.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 101/221.1 or 11.7
Introduction to Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology
Principles of psychology including the study of growth, perception, learning, thinking, motivation, emotion, personality, and mental health.
Format: Online self-paced, Paper self-paced
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PSYC 252/435.0, 789.3
The Psychology of Adolescence, Youth, and Aging (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology
Prerequisites may be required.
Current psychological theories relating to psychological development, maturity, and decline as evidenced during the adolescent, youth, middle age, and retirement years.
Format: Online self-paced, Paper self-paced
PSYC 269/793.2
History and Systems of Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 260 Systems and History of Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC101 Introduction to Psychology
A study of significant schools, individuals and theories in the field of psychology, together with their contributions to present knowledge of behavior.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 315/787.2
Organization and Work (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 315 Organization and Work
A discussion of human beings at work and how work interfaces with the community. The meaning of work, formal organization, informal group activity, occupational status and mobility, the structure and function of labor unions, and industry-community relationships are examined.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PSYC 364/22.4
Learning and Behavior (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 367 Psychology of Learning
A study of theories of learning which evaluates connections between learning and behavioral processes within and between humans and animals.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 495/807.1 or 786.1 or 788.1
Independent Study/Readings/Research/Project in Psychology (1-3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 495 or 7861 or 7881 Independent Study in Psychology
Provides an opportunity to work with an instructor on a research project and/or studies in psychology.
Format: Paper self-paced
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SOCI 119/49.6 or 268.1
Principles of Sociology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: SOCI 105 General Sociology
A study of the development of sociology as a social science, some concepts and ideas associated with the study of human behavior, and an overview of the principles, terms, and concepts in the discipline.
Format: Paper self-paced, Online self-paced
SOCI 425/526.0
Racial and Ethnic Relations (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: SOCI 425 Racial and Ethnic Relations
A study of the distinctive racial and cultural minorities in American society with an emphasis on problems and adjustments within the larger society.
Format: Online self-paced
SOCI 488/826.0
The City in the Industrialized World (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: SOCI 488 The City in the Industrialized World
The structure and development of the modern urban community with emphasis on ecological and demographic features of urban life.
Format: Paper self-paced
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Oakwood University Credit
PY 101/11.7
Principles of Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology
An overview of the science of psychology, including such concepts as emotion, motivation, adjustment, perception, learning, personality, abnormal behavior, therapies, intelligence, measurement, and experimental methods.
Format: Paper self-paced
PY 301/800.0
Social Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 305 Social Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 101
The study of group affiliations, group standards, social perceptions, and other social factors influencing the behavior of individuals and interaction among groups.
Format: Paper self-paced
PY 319/769.1
Theories of Personality (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 365 Theories of Personality
Prerequisite: PY 101
A study of the main theories of personality structure, with consideration of the essential ingredients of healthy attitudes and behavior patterns.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PY 321/792.1
Abnormal Behavior (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 360 Abnormal Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 101
A study of the types, natures, and causes of abnormal behavior; the effects of maladaptive behavior on individuals, families, and communities; and methods of treatment.
Format: Paper self-paced
PY 325/789.3
Developmental Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 101
A study of current psychological theories relating to psychological development throughout the entire life span.
Format: Paper self-paced
PY 401/793.2
History and Systems of Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 260 Systems and History of Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 101
A study of the theoretical systems, experiments, and personalities involved in the development of psychology.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PY 460/795.1
Experimental Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 471 Experimental Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 411 or permission of instructor
A survey course acquainting the student with the experimental analysis of behavior. The scientific method is used to investigate basic behavioral phenomena and principles. Students will also develop competence in reading, writing, and interpreting reports.
Format: Paper self-paced
PY 490-491/786.1 or 788.1
Research and Independent Study (1-3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 495 Independent Study in Psychology
Prerequisite: PY 307, junior standing, and GPA of 3.00. Consent of department chair required.
Majors in psychology desirous of getting an independent course of research are encouraged to do so under the direction of an advisor.
Format: Paper self-paced
SOC 101/49.6
Principles of Sociology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: SOCI 105 General Sociology
An introduction to the field of sociology, terms and concepts related to human behavior, and the influences of social and cultural factors upon human behavior.
Format: Paper self-paced
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Washington University Credit
PSYC 105/11.7 or 221.1
Introduction to Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology
The basic principles and concepts in psychology, including the principles of motivation, learning, and perception. Designed to introduce college students to history, development, and present scope of psychology. A prerequisite for all other courses in psychology.
Format: Paper self-paced, Online self-paced
PSYC 210/435.0, 789.3
Developmental Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 210 Developmental Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
Developmental Psychology is the study of human development from conception to death. The study of life-span development is accomplished by examining the stages of infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. The course covers the cognitive, moral, physical, social, and emotional changes that are typical at each stage of development.
Format: Online self-paced, Paper self-paced
PSYC 260/793.2
Systems and History of Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 260 Systems and History of Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
The developing concepts and philosophies in the field of psychology from ancient times to the present.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PSYC 305/800.0
Social Psychology (4 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 305 Social Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
A study of the psychological foundations of social attitudes and behavior, prejudice, individual adjustments, interaction, groups, and social situations. Study, analysis, and evaluation of the psychological factors involved in the individual’s perception, judgments, and involvement in society; the measurement and change of human attitudes; the study of group composition, conformity, and dynamics. Recommended for education, religion, sociology, and business majors. A paper is required.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 315/787.2
Organization and Work (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 315 Organization and Work
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
Focuses on describing, understanding, and explaining behavior in organizations. The issue of controlling, managing, and influencing behavior in the work environment are addressed. A paper is required.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 355/779.1
Learning and Motivation (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 355 Learning and Motivation
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
An examination of the major approaches to learning theory and their applications for psychology. Various motivational systems and theories used to predict and understand human behavior will also be covered.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PSYC 360/792.1
Abnormal Psychology (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 360 Abnormal Psychology
Prerequisites: PSYC 105, PSYC 210, and permission of instructor
A study of deviant human behavior and methods of dealing with consequent problems.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 365/769.1
Theories of Personality (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 365 Theories of Personality
Prerequisites: PSYC 105 and PSYC 210
Study of the primary theories of personality, seeking to show their contribution to an understanding of humanity.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 367/22.4
Psychology of Learning (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 367 Psychology of Learning
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
Survey of fundamental psychological principles related to methods of learning and teaching and to the understanding and development of individual learning.
Format: Paper self-paced
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PSYC 435/770.1
Dynamics of Individual Counseling (3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 435 Dynamics of Individual Counseling
Prerequisite: PSYC 105
A study of the dynamics of operating in the counseling process and the basic principles facilitating the same. An examination of directive and nondirective approaches. Handling typical student, employee, client, or mentally-sound patient and parishioner problems is explored by means of role-playing, tape recordings, written reports, etc. Recognition of cases requiring referral, ethics, and relations with the counselee’s family are considered.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 471/795.1
Experimental Psychology (4 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 471 Experimental Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 105, plus 9 hours of psychology and MATH 110 or permission of the instructor
A step-by-step analysis of the procedures of experimentation with emphasis on experimental design and planning, experimental control, statistical analysis, report presentation. The completion of an experimental research project is required.
Format: Paper self-paced
PSYC 495/807.1 or 786.1 or 788.1
Independent Study Project (1-3 sem hours)
GU Equivalent: PSYC 495 Independent Study in Psychology
Please indicate on the Order Form how many hours you will be taking for this course. Study on an independent basis in collaboration with the instructor on a topic in psychology at the upper division level. A research project is required.
Format: Paper self-paced
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