1. Psychology Content Knowledge and Application

1. Describe key concepts, principles, and theories in psychological science.
2. Develop a working knowledge of psychology’s major subfields.
3. Understand that psychological science relies on empirical evidence and adapts as new data develop.
4. Apply psychological content to solve practical problems.

2. Scientific Inquiry, Critical Thinking, and Psychological Literacy

1. Exercise scientific reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena.
2. Develop skills to critically evaluate psychological ideas as presented in scientific and popular sources.
3. Understand research and data analytic methodologies commonly used in the psychological sciences.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in research and data analytic methodologies commonly used in the psychological sciences.
5. Understand advanced research methodologies in specific subdisciplines of psychology.
6. Develop appropriate technological skills to use in academic and workplace settings.

3. Oral and Written Communication

1. Cultivate professional collaboration skills
2. Write and present effectively for different purposes and audiences
3. Recognize and produce writing in the technical formats of the discipline.
4. Understand normative practices for the communication of scientific findings in written and oral forms.

4. Ethics and Values in Psychological Science

1. Apply the ethical standards of the discipline in academic, research, and/or practice contexts.
2. Understand how perceptions and biases filter experiences of the world.
3. Develop an understanding of the core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of psychological science.
4. Apply psychological principles to change lives, organizations, or communities in positive ways.