Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Health Psychology Emphasis

A degree in psychology with emphasis in health psychology provides training in theories and methods of psychology and stress and pain management in a clinical setting. Study physiological, psychological and social causes for pain and stress and methods for effective treatment.

Our graduates have gone on to professional and academic opportunities such as:

• Educational therapist
• Employee assistance counselor
• Social service worker
• Wellness counselor
• Graduate school

The details

Including your previously earned college credits, the Bachelor of Science in Psychology is granted upon completion of 125 credits in core curriculum, major requirements, and electives. A minimum of 30 credits and half of your upper-level credits must be earned at Northwestern.

Courses are offered primarily on site at our St. Paul, Minnesota campus, or at other Twin Cities satellite venues.

For course descriptions and details about this major, download FOCUS Facts.

Some of the roles graduates have attained may require additional education or training.