Bachelor of Arts in Community Psychology and Health Promotion

Gain real-world field experience and prepare for graduate study in psychology, counseling, and more with Southwest Minnesota State University's online Bachelor of Arts in Community Psychology and Health Promotion. Finish your degree in two to four years and learn in a flexible online format.

This interdisciplinary program emphasizes community development, prevention, advocacy, and mental health education. Two internships are built into the curriculum to ensure you develop relevant skills for your chosen career. Electives are also included in the curriculum so you can customize your studies for your personal and professional interests. Throughout your program, you will learn from dedicated faculty, subject area experts, and passionate educators.

Graduates of SMSU's BA in Community Psychology and Health Promotion have the foundational knowledge required for continued study and the expertise for prevention programming, advocacy, and mental health education. This versatile degree can open doors to roles in mental health agencies, human relations, corrections, sales, and more.

Southwest Minnesota State University is a four-year public university offering a high-quality education in the liberal arts and professions to prepare you for a life that is successful both personally and professionally. SMSU has grown into a university of choice with high national rankings, producing scholars who become the leaders, thinkers, and entrepreneurs of the future.

Strong academics, fulfilling social activities, rewarding civic engagement projects, and support from fellow Mustangs in a close-knit environment mean you will get the education of a lifetime at a price that won’t take a lifetime to pay for. We invite you to visit SMSU and to see for yourself all that we have to offer.