The study of psychology will help you understand the ways in which humans think and arrive at decisions. Understanding and unlocking these patterns can be the key to a more successful, productive and fulfilling life. You will also learn key scientific research techniques and apply quantitative and qualitative means to solve problems or explain observations.Our psychology degree programs provide you with several career options. Psychologists work in a wide variety of different contexts, including clinical, legal, organizational, educational and research settings in both the private and public sector. Whether you are interested in pursuing a career in psychology, counseling, human resource management, or want a useful and fascinating academic springboard into any profession, an understanding of human interaction is helpful in many career fields.Lewis psychology students have won awards for their outstanding academic achievements and have presented their original research at various professional conferences, enhancing the reputation of our program. Prepares you to teach Psychology at the high school level.The Department of Psychology features a fully approved Psychology program that prepares candidates to teach grades 9-12 in Illinois public and private schools. The program is approved by the State Educator Preparation and Licensure Board in conjunction with the Illinois State Board of Education and includes all the requirements for a major in Psychology. Psychology majors in this concentration must declare majors in both Psychology and Secondary Education. See advisors in the Department of Psychology and the Department of Education for specific approval and a list of required courses.Teacher Candidates seeking a Professional Educator License with a Psychology Endorsement must complete all requirements of the Department of Education, the following coursework in the content area, as well as professional education courses. For a detailed description of the courses, please click on the appropriate link. Only grades of “C” and above are acceptable in professional education courses and in any courses counted toward any endorsement or license. A “C-” or lower grade will require that the course be repeated.