Study Psychology at Ave Maria University

  Nicaragua

• Other Cities in Nicaragua: 
San Marcos

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter 
Dates: please inquire for a specific date

Description: The Psychology program core curriculum prepares students for professional and graduate study in psychology. Upon graduation, many students enter into direct care and leadership positions in diverse and varied human service settings such as mental health centers, hospitals, social and community service agencies and rehabilitation centers.

Students are equipped with the tools for the theoretical foundation and practical skills necessary for effective contributions in the helping professions. Students acquire the necessary knowledge of research methodology, human service theories and multidisciplinary treatment approaches to prepare for graduate work in a number of disciplines including: psychology, counseling, social work, marital and family therapy, and human resources.

Highlights: Nicaragua has many opportunities to work with the more disadvantaged population. Psychology students have a variety of occupations at nearby Development Centers, depending on the students needs and the administration needs. The psychology students conduct psycho-educational training with the children´s parents and teachers.
Professor-student interaction is closer, that is small ratio of students per professor. Personalized study plan and classroom activities.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 7,550

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Nicaragua Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Written Application

Ave Maria University Latin American Campus 's Mission Statement: The University takes as its mission the sponsorship of a liberal arts curriculum dedicated, as articulated by Ex Corde Ecclesiae, to the advancement of human culture, the promotion of dialogue between faith and reason, and the formation of men and women in the intellectual and moral virtues of the Catholic faith and to the development of professional and pre-professional programs in response to local and societal needs. As an institution committed to Catholic principles, the University recognizes the importance of creating and maintaining an environment in which faith informs the life of the community and takes expression in all its programs.