Degree Plan: Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis

Program and Professional Goals. (MY DEGREE PLAN IS: Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis)

To prepare for this assignment, read the degree plan information for each Bachelor of Psychology and select one that is best aligned with your career goals.

Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Addictions

Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis

Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Bachelor of Science in General Psychology

Then, view the presentation on Navigating the Purdue Global Course Catalog (or read the transcript) to familiarize yourself with how to use the catalog to read about the many courses offered that you can choose from for your electives at Purdue Global.

Part 1: Customized Degree Plan

You will also submit your completed degree plan as a part of this assignment. You will choose elective courses and some general education courses that will create your customized psychology degree plan. Review possible elective courses by navigating the course catalog and looking at course descriptions across different departments that might contain courses that will align with your goals.

Please Note: Recall the information provided in Unit 7 Summary/ Looking Ahead, on earning a Micro-Credential based on taking the respective electives. Default electives are pre-populated in your degree plan.

While you decide which electives to take, keep in mind that you can earn a Micro-Credential within your degree. A Micro-Credential is already built into the degree plan as long as you take the respective electives. The default electives are pre-populated in your Degree Plan. The Academic Catalog has additional information and other options for Micro-Credentials.

You do have the ability to earn a Micro-Credential, but it is not required. You are welcome to choose your own electives based on your preference. If some of your open electives are fulfilled by transfer credits, you may not be eligible for a Micro-Credential. Check with your Advisor to be certain or if you have any questions.

Once you have selected the courses that you would like to take, please review the Blueprint Instructions for how to update the information on your online degree plan.

Finally, save your customized degree plan as a PDF.

Part 2: Reflective Paper

Reflecting on the selections you made in Part 1, use the Unit 8 Assignment Template to write at least 2-3 pages, not including the Title and Reference pages.

Please respond to the following:

Identify the major you have chosen.

Explain three ways the degree plan for your major is related to your career goals.

Identify two hard and two soft skills/qualities that you currently possess

Hard skills examples include: knowledge of human behavior, active listening skills, treatment planning skills, and knowledge of the DSM-5.

Soft skills examples include: being a good listener, being compassionate or kind, and managing time well.

Identify three hard skills that you want to acquire through coursework in your degree plan

List appropriate elective classes to fill those skill gaps (for transfer credit, use core or required courses).

Explain reasoning for how the electives connect to the skills.

Identify an individual you would seek out as a mentor. How can this mentor help you gain these skills throughout your program of study?

DEGREE PLAN:

Bachelor of Science in Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis