Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Addiction Prevention

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) prepares students for advanced training and future careers as psychologists and other behavioral scientists.

Reasoning, research, data management, communication, critical thinking, analysis – these are a few of the skills a psychology major will learn through their degree program. Additionally, students gain an understanding of the many influences on behavior and development – all of which give them insight into how people, animals, and systems work. Such a skillset supports careers in a wide variety of industries and further study in psychology, medicine and health professions, law and education. UIW Psychology includes courses in service learning and internship relationships with more than 40 organizations, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and helping prepare them professionally.

The concentration in Addiction Prevention and Community Psychology offers deep study into the biopsychosocial influences on addiction and both environmental interventions and treatment. Class options include courses in systemic influences on drug use, prevention and other interventions, internship in a rehabilitation program, and a course in human development and course in Advanced Statistics or Psychometrics (measuring behavior and mental processes).