Education and Behavioral Sciences

The College of Education and Behavioral Sciences includes the Departments of Criminal Justice, Psychology and Counseling, Social Work, Child and Youth Development and Teacher Education. It prepares students for careers in helping professions and education, equipping them to serve others with skill, compassion and understanding.

Majors

Leadership

Butch Beach, Ph.D.
Department of Criminal Justice Chair, Professor of Criminal Justice

Simone Cox
Department of Psychology and Counseling Chair, Associate Professor of Counseling

James Donovan, Ph.D.
Department of Teacher Education Chair, Professor of Education

Layna Kemp, M.S.
Department of Child Development Chair, Assistant Professor of Education

Katura Lesane, Ph.D.
Department of Child & Youth Development Chair, Associate Professor of Education

Susan Ryan, Ph.D.
Dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, Professor of English and Education

Aisha Williams, Ph.D.
Department of Social Work Chair, Associate Professor of Social Work

Social Work Resources

Find the Form-AS-4 (B) 2022 Report here.

Find the Form-AS-4 (B) 2023 Report here. 

Find the Form-AS-4 (B) 2025 Report here.

Find the Council of Social Work Education website here. 

Find the National Association of Social Workers website here. 

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Popular Online Programs

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Prepare for a career in high-demand fields, spanning every area of commerce.
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Be equipped to work with young children in a variety of settings, preparing activities and environments that foster physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive development.
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Learn to effect positive change and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families, communities, organizations, and the human population as a whole.

On-Campus Programs

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Located in West Point, Georgia, Point University offers students a safe, vibrant atmosphere for them to build a Christ-centered community while earning their degree.
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Develop your spiritual gifts, strengthen your faith and enhance your knowledge of Christian principles.
Our counseling degree provides a solid foundation for understanding people and the various ways to help them.