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B.S. in Psychology Courses & Curriculum

120 Semester Hours

Fundamental General Education

English Composition

ENG 120 - College Writing (4)

In this course, students acquire the writing competencies necessary for completing analytical and argumentative papers supported by secondary research. A variety of assignments, beginning with personal reflections, build upon one another, as students develop ideas that respond to, critique, and synthesize the positions of others. Students systematize and organize knowledge in ways that will help them in all their courses. The course also emphasizes the elements of critical reading, effective writing style, appropriate grammar and mechanics, clarity of language, and logical and cohesive development. It culminates in submission of an extended, documented research paper.

Mathematics

MATH 215 - Statistical Concepts (4)

This course introduces you to statistics with applications to various areas. The course covers both descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics included are: sampling techniques, data types, experiments; measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, graphical displays of data, basic probability concepts, binomial and normal probability distributions, sampling distributions and Central Limit Theorem; confidence intervals, hypothesis tests of a mean, or a proportion for one or two populations, and linear regression.

Social and Behavioral Sciences

6 credits from the following types of courses:
Choose from Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. Must select at least two different disciplines to meet requirements.

Science

6 credits from the following types of courses:
Two courses from the Science discipline. One course must have a lab component.

Arts & Humanities

6 credits from the following types of courses:
Choose from the Art, English Literature, Fine Arts, Humanities, Music, Philosophy, Religion or Theater disciplines.

Additional General Education

PF 121 - Basic Learning Strategies (2)

This course prepares students to be successful lifelong learners both academically and in their chosen careers. Franklin courses require a high level of self-directed learning and focus on the skills required in the workplace and the classroom that are easily transferrable between the two environments. The course includes strategies for time management, goal setting, reading comprehension, and advancing communication skills, including the use of electronic tools to participate in virtual environments.

OR PF 321 - Learning Strategies (2)

This course prepares students to be successful lifelong learners both academically and in their chosen careers. Franklin courses require a high level of self-directed learning and focus on the skills required in the workplace and the classroom that are easily transferable between the two environments. The course includes strategies for advancing communication skills, including the use of electronic tools to participate in virtual environments. The assignments and activities in the course are created to closely simulate teamwork found in the workplace.

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COMM 150 - Interpersonal Communication (4)

By using applied critical and creative thinking, students in this course will develop a set of communication skills that will enhance their personal and professional relationships and endeavors. This course will focus on skill development in key areas such as self, perception, listening, verbal messages, conversations, relationships, conflict management, persuasion, and presentation skills.

OR SPCH 100 - Speech Communication (4)

This basic public-speaking course intends to improve the student's ability to think critically and to communicate orally. Theory and practice are provided in various speaking situations. Each student is required to speak before an audience, but class work also involves reading, gathering and organizing information, writing, and listening.

AND

COMM 315 - Communication Ethics (4)

This course examines the strategies involved in effective, ethical communication in professional contexts. Students examine principles of ethical organizational communication and the temporal/cultural/social forces behind those principles, as well as apply reasoning and critical thinking in individual and group assignments. Comparing values and perspectives from diverse cultures, students will respond to cases in an intercultural professional environment.

Professional Core

ENG 205 - Business & Professional Writing (4)

This is an advanced composition course focusing on writing for business and professional purposes. Students will review the writing conventions commonly expected within business and professional environments, as well as strategies for analyzing rhetorical situations within those environments. Coursework includes analysis, revision, and research exercises, as well as substantial practice in composing business correspondence. The final project is an extensive, researched business proposal developed in stages and presented to the class. Students will be encouraged to relate course materials to their major programs and workplace experiences.

OR ENG 220 - Research Writing: Exploring Professional Identities (4)

This is an intermediate course focusing on the composition of research papers. Students in this course prepare to be active participants in professional discourse communities by examining and practicing the writing conventions associated with their own fields of study and work. By calling attention to the conventions of disciplinary writing, the course also prepares students for upper-division college writing and the special conventions of advanced academic discourse. Course activities include three extended research papers, semi-formal writing addressing interdisciplinary communication, and readings fostering critical engagement with disciplinary conversations.

AND

24 credits from the following types of courses:
Accounting, Anthropology, Business Administration, Business Forensics, Communication, Criminal Justice, Economics, Emergency Management & Homeland Security, Finance, Healthcare, Human Resources Management, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management, Organizational Development, Political Science, Psychology, Public Relations, Public Safety Management, Social Science, or Sociology. Other courses may be accepted upon review by the Program Chair.

Major Area Required

PSYC 110 - General Psychology (4)

This course is a survey of the various fields of study comprising modern scientific psychology. We will examine the theories, research findings, and applications in each of the major areas of psychology, with the goal of providing students with practical information they can apply to their personal and professional lives. The topic areas covered in the course include learning and memory, motivation and emotion, human development, theories of personality, psychopathology, and social behavior.

PSYC 201 - Neuropsychology (3)

Biological and physiological processes as related to the discipline of psychology are explored. The dynamic interaction between nature and nurture is emphasized as it informs the understanding of the psychology of mental illness, substance addiction, aggression, anger, aging, and cognition.

PSYC 202 - Social Psychology (3)

This course explores the influences of other people, groups, and situations on the individual. The concepts of social psychology are examined from a variety of theoretical perspectives utilizing contemporary societal problems. The scientific method is applied in the discovery of individual functioning in the social world.

PSYC 390 - Cognition (3)

This course will give you the opportunity to learn about theories in cognitive psychology and apply them to real-world scenarios. Topics to be covered include perception, attention, memory, language, learning, reasoning, and problem-solving. Students will learn to apply this knowledge to their own academic journey and in the workforce. You will discuss cognitive psychology concepts with your classmates and view online demonstrations of those concepts. You will design an experiment to test a concept in cognitive psychology and determine the best way to teach concepts to future students. Please feel free to reach out to your instructor as you have questions throughout the course.

PSYC 403 - Theories of Counseling (3)

This course introduces students to counseling psychology. Various theoretical perspectives of counseling are explored. Further, the course synthesizes counseling theories, research, and practice directed toward achieving a successful therapeutic outcome for the client.

PSYC 407 - Abnormal Psychology (3)

This course introduces students to clinical psychology through the exploration of the major categories of psychological disturbance, using the current DSM as a basis. Empirical examination of etiology, prognosis, and treatment modalities is covered. Ethical concerns and social/cultural perspectives regarding mental health issues are also discussed. Knowledge of basic biological processes is recommended.

COMM 335 - Communication in Groups and Teams (4)

The course examines current theories and best practices of working collaboratively in professional contexts. Students apply these concepts to analyze their own work experience, generating strategies for how to improve their performance in work groups. Students will learn basic project management skills and work in online virtual teams to complete a final communication project.

SOCL 335 - Applied Research Methods (4)

Applied Research Methods introduces students to the basic research designs and data collection techniques involved in human subjects? research common to social research environments. After completion of this course, the student should know the basics of social research ethics, the steps of the research process, the strengths and weaknesses of selected types of qualitative and quantitative research strategies, issues of selecting or creating and refining instruments of measurement, how to properly select an appropriate sample of subjects, and how to interpret selected statistical measures utilized in hypothesis testing.

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PSYC 495 - Psychology & Soc Scie Capstone (4)

This course provides a culminating, integrative experience for all Psychology and Social Science majors. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate their mastery of the learning outcomes associated with the major. Students will self-select a capstone project that can be completed within the duration of the course that will provide evidence of their subject matter learning as well as provide a benefit to themselves and a participating organization.

OR SOSC 495 - Psychology & Social Sciences Practicum (4)

This course provides a culminating, integrative experience for all Psychology and Social Sciences majors. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate their mastery of the learning outcomes associated with the major. Students will self-select a practicum field experience that can be completed within the duration of the course that will provide evidence of their subject matter learning, as well as provide a benefit to themselves and a participating organization.

AND

PSYC 207 - Lifespan Development (3)

A survey of human development across the lifespan examining the biological, psychological, and social influences on development. Prominent theoretical perspectives associated with development in childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, midlife, and late life will be included.

OR PSYC 209 - Adult Development and Aging (3)

This course investigates development throughout young, middle, and late adulthood. The scientific method is applied to study physical/neurological, socio/emotional, and cognitive development in adulthood.

Major Electives

At least 12 credits from the following courses:

CJAD 210 - Intro to Criminal Justice Administration (4)

This is an introductory course designed to expose students to the various Major elements of the criminal justice system (police, courts, and corrections). Students will learn about the ways in which the various systems interact, the processing of offenders, the various forms of punishment and the alternatives to punishment. The future of the criminal justice system will also be discussed.

CJAD 240 - Introduction to Criminology (4)

This course will focus on theories of crime and types of offending. Topics related the causation, control and prevention of criminal behavior will be addressed in this course.

EXS 203 - Contemporary Issues in Sport (3)

This course is designed to look at sport and its role in society and the influence of society on sport in the areas of preparation for life, deviance in sports, coach?s role, gender, race and ethnicity, class relations and social mobility, sports and the economy, sports and the media, sports and politics, and sports and religion.

EXS 204 - Introduction to Sports and Exercise Psychology (3)

This course introduces you to sports and exercise psychology theories, research, and selected applications of those theories and research. Topics include, but are not limited to, motivation, team dynamics, improving performance, and challenges/transitions in sport. You will also learn how to apply sports psychology concepts to professional, personal, and social contexts.

PSYC 204 - Principles of Motivation (4)

This course is a systematic study of theories, models, and approaches to motivation. The course includes the development of motivation, as well as neurological aspects of motivation. The student will explore internal and external factors that contribute to motivation and a variety of strategies that can be used to become a successful motivator.

PSYC 325 - Coaching in Organizations (4)

This course is designed to introduce students to the use of coaching skills for improving the adjustment and performance of individuals in an organizational setting. Topics to be covered include: the scope of coaching practice, optimal practitioner characteristics, benefits for coaches, related organizational dynamics, and coaching interventions and resources. This course also includes an emphasis on experiential learning through coaching practice activities.

PSYC 420 - Assessment & Intervention in Organizations (4)

This course explores the use of psychological instrumentation as a means for improving individual and organizational performance. The emphasis is on the assessment of strengths and positive psychological functioning. Students will become acquainted with various psychological instruments including their selection, construction, and administration. Additionally, students will gain experience with the interpretation and delivery of instrument results and their translation into individual and organizational improvement interventions.

CJAD 400 - Forensic Psychology (4)

The course outlines the history of psychology and the law from the late 1800?s to the Daubert Standard and beyond. The course outlines various arenas where the law and particularly aspects of the criminal justice system have utilized psychology to inform investigations and litigation. There are some aspects of civil litigation covered with respect to family law and harassment. The course describes criminal psychology, sexual violence, and victimology from a psychological perspective.

PSYC 601 - Introduction to Business Psychology (4)

A brief history and overview of the fields of business and psychology as well as a discussion of the issues and opportunities related to their integration. Topics include brain organization and dominance, neuroethics, neurolinguistic programming, multiminds, mindmapping and the application of positive psychology to work settings. Includes the application of recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and neuroscience to resolve contemporary issues in the workplace.

University Electives

10 credits from the following types of courses:
Any undergraduate courses offered by the University except developmental education courses.

Optional Focus Areas

Students may complete a focus area to fulfill the Major Area Elective requirement.

OR

Forensic & Criminal Psychology:

CJAD 210 - Intro to Criminal Justice Administration (4)

This is an introductory course designed to expose students to the various Major elements of the criminal justice system (police, courts, and corrections). Students will learn about the ways in which the various systems interact, the processing of offenders, the various forms of punishment and the alternatives to punishment. The future of the criminal justice system will also be discussed.

CJAD 240 - Introduction to Criminology (4)

This course will focus on theories of crime and types of offending. Topics related the causation, control and prevention of criminal behavior will be addressed in this course.

CJAD 400 - Forensic Psychology (4)

The course outlines the history of psychology and the law from the late 1800?s to the Daubert Standard and beyond. The course outlines various arenas where the law and particularly aspects of the criminal justice system have utilized psychology to inform investigations and litigation. There are some aspects of civil litigation covered with respect to family law and harassment. The course describes criminal psychology, sexual violence, and victimology from a psychological perspective.

OR

Industrial Organizational Psychology:

PSYC 204 - Principles of Motivation (4)

This course is a systematic study of theories, models, and approaches to motivation. The course includes the development of motivation, as well as neurological aspects of motivation. The student will explore internal and external factors that contribute to motivation and a variety of strategies that can be used to become a successful motivator.

PSYC 325 - Coaching in Organizations (4)

This course is designed to introduce students to the use of coaching skills for improving the adjustment and performance of individuals in an organizational setting. Topics to be covered include: the scope of coaching practice, optimal practitioner characteristics, benefits for coaches, related organizational dynamics, and coaching interventions and resources. This course also includes an emphasis on experiential learning through coaching practice activities.

PSYC 420 - Assessment & Intervention in Organizations (4)

This course explores the use of psychological instrumentation as a means for improving individual and organizational performance. The emphasis is on the assessment of strengths and positive psychological functioning. Students will become acquainted with various psychological instruments including their selection, construction, and administration. Additionally, students will gain experience with the interpretation and delivery of instrument results and their translation into individual and organizational improvement interventions.

OR

Sports Psychology:

EXS 203 - Contemporary Issues in Sport (3)

This course is designed to look at sport and its role in society and the influence of society on sport in the areas of preparation for life, deviance in sports, coach?s role, gender, race and ethnicity, class relations and social mobility, sports and the economy, sports and the media, sports and politics, and sports and religion.

EXS 204 - Introduction to Sports and Exercise Psychology (3)

This course introduces you to sports and exercise psychology theories, research, and selected applications of those theories and research. Topics include, but are not limited to, motivation, team dynamics, improving performance, and challenges/transitions in sport. You will also learn how to apply sports psychology concepts to professional, personal, and social contexts.

PSYC 204 - Principles of Motivation (4)

This course is a systematic study of theories, models, and approaches to motivation. The course includes the development of motivation, as well as neurological aspects of motivation. The student will explore internal and external factors that contribute to motivation and a variety of strategies that can be used to become a successful motivator.

Additional Requirements

All students are required to pass College Writing (ENG 120), and either Basic Learning Strategies (PF 121) or Learning Strategies (PF 321) prior to enrolling in any course at the 200 level or above. Students who enroll at Franklin with 30 or fewer hours of transfer credit are required to pass PF 121 Basic Learning Strategies in place of PF 321 Learning Strategies. Interpersonal Communication (COMM 150) or Speech Communication (SPCH 100) must be taken prior to enrolling in any course at the 300 level or above. Students must also meet the University algebra competency requirement.

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B.S. in Psychology Program Details

Tuition Costs

2024 - 2025 Tuition	Cost Per Credit
Standard tuition	$398
B.S. in Nursing	$298
Current service members	$250
International students	$526

Program Learning Outcomes

A learning outcome map functions as a roadmap to help guide students' progress through their program of study. Click HERE to view the B.S. Psychology matrix.

Degree Requirements

1. To be awarded an undergraduate degree, students must:

Successfully complete all courses required in the major program, including:
General Education
Business or Professional Core
Major Area and Elective Courses
Technical transfer credit (for specific degree completion programs only)

2. Meet these grade point average (GPA) requirements:

All students must attain a minimum Franklin University cumulative GPA of 2.00
All students must attain a minimum GPA of 2.25 in the major area, and each major area course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to count toward degree requirements

3. Complete the residency requirement

Students seeking a bachelor’s degree must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at Franklin University to be eligible for a degree. Students seeking an associate’s degree must earn 20 credit hours overall in residence at Franklin University to be eligible for a degree.

4. Complete the payment of all requisite tuition and fees

5. Not be under disciplinary dismissal due to academic dishonesty or a violation of the Student Code of Conduct

Program Chairs and Academic Advisors are available for consultation to provide information and guidance regarding the selection of courses, the accuracy of schedules, and the transfer process. However, students are responsible for understanding and meeting the degree requirements of their major program or degree and for planning schedules accordingly.

Overall Residency Requirements

Students seeking a bachelor’s degree must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at Franklin University to be eligible for a degree. Students seeking an associate’s degree must earn 20 credit hours overall in residence at Franklin University to be eligible for a degree.

Course Level Requirements

A student must have 40 credit hours overall that are equivalent to 300/400 level Franklin University courses for a bachelor’s degree. A student must have a minimum of 12 credit hours of courses that are equivalent to 200 level or above for an associate’s degree.

Business Core Requirements

Majors that have Business Core requirements are Accounting, Applied Management, Business Administration, Business Economics, Business Forensics, Energy Management, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Forensic Accounting, Human Resources Management, Information Systems Auditing, Logistics Management, Management & Leadership, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management, and Risk Management & Insurance. The Business Core is the foundation of the related academic disciplines appropriate for a baccalaureate degree in business. The purpose of the Business Core is to provide students with a conceptual understanding of organizations, how the functional areas interrelate to achieve organizational goals, and how to apply professional decision-making competencies and technical skills in today’s environment. After completing the Business Core, graduates will be able to:

analyze an organization’s accounting information in order to develop sound business decisions
identify and apply valuation models relevant to an organization’s financial decisions
identify the impact of forces influencing the major functional areas of business (e.g., ethical, legal, technological, economic, global and social)
apply marketing activities to the delivery of goods and services in business-to-business and business-to-consumer markets
apply interpersonal and resource management skills to enhance business success

Business Principles (BSAD 110) is a Business Core prerequisite. Transfer students with the equivalent of four business courses are not required to take Business Principles.

Major Area Requirements

A student must have 20 credit hours in the major area that are equivalent to 300/400 major level Franklin courses for a bachelor’s degree. A student must have 12 hours of major area courses that are equivalent to 200 level or above for an associate’s degree. A minimum 2.25 GPA is required in the major area for students enrolled in either the associate’s or bachelor’s degree programs, and each major course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better to count toward degree requirements.

Capstone Requirement

Every major has a capstone experience for which credit cannot be transferred into the University. This is a Franklin course designed to integrate and assess the learning outcomes specific to each major as a whole. This course should be taken as the last major course. If, given the academic scheduling process and the student’s projected graduation date, this is not possible, then the student should have Senior Standing (90 or more credit hours), plus the skill-based General Education courses (COMM, SPCH, WRIT, MATH, COMP), all business or professional core courses, and the capstone prerequisite courses.

Subsequent Degree Requirements

Students pursuing subsequent bachelor’s degrees must earn in residency at Franklin University a minimum of 30 credit hours at the 200 level or above, of which a minimum of 16 credit hours must be major area courses equivalent to 300/400 level courses.

Additional Degree Requirements

Students seeking an additional bachelor’s (or associate’s) degree must successfully complete a minimum of 30 credit hours (including the major requirements) beyond the first bachelor’s (or associate’s) degree. (See the “Subsequent Degree” section of the Academic Bulletin.)

Transfer Credit

Transfer credit and credit awarded on standardized exams, proficiency exams or portfolio credit awarded by another institution will not count toward the residency requirement at Franklin University. Credit awarded based on proficiency examination or portfolio evaluation conducted by Franklin University may apply as appropriate major area credit, but will not reduce the hours required toward the residency requirement.

Admission Requirements

A student who meets at least one of the following criteria is eligible for admission as a degree-seeking student:

Has provided official documentation of graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent (see Documentation Required below), or
Has an associate, bachelor or master’s degree from an institutionally (formerly regionally) accredited institution of higher education, an institution recognized as a candidate for accreditation, or an institution recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation

Documentation Required

Documentation of high school graduation or equivalence - required for applicants who are transferring fewer than 60 semester hours that apply towards a Franklin degree.
If the student has transferable hours of 60 credit hours or more from an institutionally (formerly regionally) accredited institution of higher education, then they will not have to provide a high school diploma or equivalence. Acceptable forms of documentation of high school graduation or high school equivalence for undergraduate admission must include one of the following:

Official high school transcript listing the date of graduation
Official GED certificate
Official documentation of having passed a State High School Equivalency examination
Official documentation of a home school completion certificate/transcript
Official transcripts from all educational institutions (college, universities, professional schools, etc.) previously enrolled in, regardless if credit was earned.

A student classified as degree seeking will not be permitted to register for courses until all transcripts are received and placement tests completed (see specific requirements under “Placement Testing”).

Admission Process

Admission procedures should be started early to maximize scheduling options and financial planning. Learn more about the undergraduate admission process.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Prospective students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. The requirement is met through any of the following:

The applicant is a citizen of a country where English is the official language.
he applicant has received a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an institution located in an English-speaking country in which the courses were taught in English.
The applicant has earned appropriate scores on language proficiency exams taken within the last two years, as listed below.

Undergraduate face-to-face: Students must earn a minimum overall TOEFL score of 500 (paper-based), 60 (Internet-based), 5.5 IELTS, ACCUPLACER ESL 259, or Cambridge 160 with at least the following scores on each of the exam subsections. Prior to registration, students will be given a language placement exam to determine whether ESL studies are required.

	TOEFL	IELTS	ACCUPLACER	Cambridge English Scale
Reading	15/30	5.5	85	160
Writing	15/30	5.5	4	160
Listening	15/30	5.5	85	160
Speaking	15/30	5.5	n/a	160
Sentence Meaning	n/a	n/a	85	n/a

Global or Online International students must take Reading Comprehension and Writing placement exams.

Students must earn a minimum overall TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) /79 (Internet-based), 6.5 IELTS, ACCUPLACER ESL® 105, or Cambridge 180 with at least the following scores on each of the exam subsections.

	TOEFL	IELTS	ACCUPLACER	Cambridge English Scale
Reading	20/30	6.5	00	180
Writing	20/30	6.5	5	180

ACCUPLACER Assessments for Admission

Prospective students may demonstrate English language proficiency through the ACCUPLACER ESL® examinations administered by Franklin University. The ACCUPLACER ESL® suite of examinations are internet-based, computer-adaptive assessments designed to properly assess students’ English language competencies.
Testing fees and any related administrative or proctor fee will be assessed for the administration of the
ACCUPLACER examinations. Students are also responsible for all fees incurred for retake examinations.
Students who do not meet the minimum score requirements may retake the examination(s) once within a two-week period. Subsequent examination retakes will be considered after a three month waiting period. Passing scores will remain valid with Franklin University for a period of two years.
All ACCUPLACER examinations must be administered by an approved proctor that meets specific criteria, as defined by our proctor expectations. An alternative to finding a proctor in your area is Virtual, an online proctoring service, approved by ACCUPLACER. For additional information, contact the Office of International Students and Programs.

Program Advisory Board

The University employs a team approach to planning, developing and maintaining its academic curriculum. An essential element of this process – and a key to the institution’s quality assurance practices – is the Program Advisory Board (and the associated Alumni Advisory Board). A diverse array of business and industry leaders make up these discipline-specific boards that provide guidance on theory-to-practice ideas, global business perspectives, and emerging topics in the field. Each academic year, Program Advisory Boards meet with Division Chairs and faculty for lively and engaged conversations, thus bringing members’ substantial professional experience and expertise into the classroom. In addition, some Division Chairs elect to engage Program Advisory Board members in the assessment of academic program outcomes.

Name	Organization	Title
Kimberly Blair	Mid-Ohio Psychological Services, Inc.	Executive Director
Nicole Cleland	Stark State College	Psychology Program Coordinator
Jacqueline Diaz-Mewes	Franklin University	Adjunct Faculty
Tonya Fulwider	Mental Health America of Franklin County	Program Director
Janine Moon	Workforce Change	Exec. + Leadership Devel. Coaching
Marlon Moore	Marlon Moore Consulting	President
Janet Spitzig	Cuyahoga Community College	Associate Dean, Liberal Arts and Busines
Kristy Steele
Mary Wells	Sinclair Community College	Associate Professor

Employment Outlook

14%

From 2023-2033, jobs in Psychology are expected to increase by 14%

Occupation

Median Salary (2023)

Job Postings (2023)

Projected Growth (2023-2033)

Occupation

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

$147,410

449

12%

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Median Salary: $147,410
Job Postings: 449
Projected Growth: 12%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Industrial/Organizational Psychologists	78	17%
Patient Care Associates	73	16%
Inpatient Psychologists	105	23%
Organizational Psychologists	23	5%
Inpatient Psychiatrists	32	7%
Psychiatric Registered Nurses	16	4%
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners	13	3%
Adult Inpatient Psychiatrists	20	5%
Locum Tenens Psychiatry Physicians/Psychiatrists	10	2%
Psychiatrists	17	4%
Assessment Analysts	5	1%
Inpatient/Outpatient Coders	10	2%
Operational Psychologists	9	2%
Tenure-Track Professors	9	2%
Adjunct Faculties	4	1%
Behavioral Health Registered Nurses	8	2%
Disc Jockeys	4	1%
Health Economics Managers	4	1%
Psychiatry Physicians/Psychiatrists	4	1%
Burn Unit Registered Nurses	5	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Psychology	129	42%
Psychiatry	98	32%
Nursing	65	21%
Industrial And Organizational Psychology	63	21%
Project Management	46	15%
Data Analysis	35	11%
Direct Patient Care	34	11%
Patient Assistance	32	10%
Behavioral Health	31	10%
Emergency Departments	31	10%
Change Management	30	10%
Medical Surgical Nursing	30	10%
Critical Care	28	9%
Intensive Care Unit	28	9%
Cath Lab	27	9%
Dialysis	27	9%
Intravenous Therapy	27	9%
Pediatrics	27	9%
Infectious Diseases	26	8%
Medical Terminology	26	8%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services		52%
	Scientific Research and Development Services		21%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		6%
	Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services		6%
	Management of Companies and Enterprises		3%
	Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools		3%
	Other		7%

Psychologists, All Other

$117,749

35,582

7%

Psychologists, All Other

Median Salary: $117,749
Job Postings: 35,582
Projected Growth: 7%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Psychologists, All Other all psychologists not listed separately.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Psychologists	8,494	24%
Clinical Psychologists	5,829	16%
Neuropsychologists	4,439	13%
Psychometricians	1,789	5%
Psychometrists	1,405	4%
Licensed Therapists	1,244	4%
Educational Psychologists	710	2%
Counseling Psychologists	800	2%
Licensed Psychologists	2,390	7%
School Psychologists	576	2%
Postdoctoral Psychology Fellows	1,537	4%
Clinical Neuropsychologists	1,154	3%
Psychological Assistants	763	2%
Psychology Technicians	707	2%
Psychology Postdoctoral Residents	1,177	3%
Pediatric Psychologists	710	2%
Adjunct Psychology Instructors	348	1%
Psychology Associates	575	2%
Psychology Assistants	412	1%
Therapists	523	2%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Psychology	18,479	80%
Mental Health	7,525	33%
Clinical Psychology	5,822	25%
Psychotherapy	5,808	25%
Psychological Evaluations	5,360	23%
Treatment Planning	5,334	23%
Behavioral Health	5,127	22%
School Psychology	4,910	21%
Psychiatry	4,529	20%
Crisis Intervention	3,451	15%
Clinical Supervision	2,643	11%
Clinical Research	2,550	11%
Social Work	2,351	10%
Primary Care	2,318	10%
Mental Diseases	2,216	10%
Program Development	2,192	10%
Behavioral Medicine	1,807	8%
Health Psychology	1,797	8%
Family Therapy	1,724	7%
American Psychological Style (APA)	1,718	7%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Federal Government, Civilian		58%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		9%
	Education and Hospitals (State Government)		6%
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		5%
	Federal Government, Military		4%
	Offices of Physicians		3%
	Other		14%

Healthcare Social Workers

$62,941

133,863

14%

Healthcare Social Workers

Median Salary: $62,941
Job Postings: 133,863
Projected Growth: 14%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Healthcare Social Workers provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Licensed Clinical Social Workers	69,788	52%
Medical Social Workers	18,370	14%
Clinical Social Workers	22,109	17%
Hospice Medical Social Workers	6,530	5%
Licensed Independent Social Workers	3,001	2%
Licensed Medical Social Workers	2,589	2%
Behavioral Health Specialists	1,405	1%
Case Managers	1,146	1%
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists	1,617	1%
Therapists	1,066	1%
Mental Health Professionals	922	1%
Behavioral Health Clinicians	561	0%
Clinicians	735	1%
Healthcare Case Managers	339	0%
Psychotherapists	294	0%
Healthcare Specialists	416	0%
Clinical Care Leaders	929	1%
Public Health Specialists	296	0%
Mental Health Clinicians	920	1%
Licensed Mental Health Counselors	830	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Social Work	21,552	54%
Treatment Planning	10,638	27%
Mental Health	10,295	26%
Medical Social Work	7,806	20%
Psychology	7,580	19%
Crisis Intervention	7,457	19%
Case Management	7,326	19%
Discharge Planning	6,471	16%
Behavioral Health	6,286	16%
Psychosocial Assessments	5,397	14%
Psychiatry	4,755	12%
Psychotherapy	4,754	12%
Care Coordination	4,201	11%
Family Therapy	3,938	10%
Hospice	3,489	9%
Clinical Social Work	3,466	9%
Nursing	3,349	8%
Patient Assistance	3,341	8%
Medical Records	3,284	8%
Home Health Care	3,189	8%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	General Medical and Surgical Hospitals		20%
	Home Health Care Services		13%
	Individual and Family Services		13%
	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)		8%
	Outpatient Care Centers		7%
	Offices of Physicians		6%
	Other		33%

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

$61,714

88,186

9%

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Median Salary: $61,714
Job Postings: 88,186
Projected Growth: 9%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
School Counselors	12,754	15%
Job Coaches	12,828	15%
Academic Advisors	13,430	15%
Admissions Counselors	10,754	12%
High School Counselors	2,795	3%
Counselors	3,296	4%
Career Coaches	3,086	4%
Enrollment Coordinators	2,900	3%
Career Advisors	2,513	3%
Elementary School Counselors	2,811	3%
Job Developers	2,674	3%
Admissions Advisors	3,171	4%
Assessment Coordinators	2,194	3%
Academic Mentors	1,518	2%
Guidance Counselors	1,894	2%
Middle School Counselors	1,939	2%
Enrollment Counselors	2,008	2%
Academic Coaches	1,715	2%
Career Counselors	2,114	2%
Admissions Liaisons	1,792	2%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Student Services	21,915	18%
Academic Advising	15,626	13%
School Counseling	15,419	13%
Social Work	12,713	10%
Psychology	11,067	9%
Marketing	11,055	9%
Case Management	8,677	7%
Higher Education	7,146	6%
Student Engagement	6,450	5%
Student Information Systems	6,437	5%
Mental Health	6,362	5%
Human Services	6,299	5%
Auditing	6,229	5%
Customer Relationship Management	5,672	5%
Project Management	5,623	5%
Student Recruitment	5,430	4%
Office Equipment	5,347	4%
Data Analysis	5,255	4%
Disabilities	5,077	4%
Career Management	5,049	4%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		44%
	Education and Hospitals (State Government)		20%
	Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools		14%
	Elementary and Secondary Schools		6%
	Educational Support Services		3%
	Vocational Rehabilitation Services		2%
	Other		10%

Marriage and Family Therapists

$58,510

122,766

20%

Marriage and Family Therapists

Median Salary: $58,510
Job Postings: 122,766
Projected Growth: 20%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Marriage and Family Therapists diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Behavioral Health Therapists	9,271	8%
Licensed Therapists	13,993	11%
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists	14,465	12%
Therapists	16,126	13%
Outpatient Therapists	9,776	8%
Behavior Therapists	5,962	5%
Child and Adolescent Therapists	7,164	6%
Behavioral Therapists	3,517	3%
Military and Family Life Counselors	3,203	3%
Clinical Therapists	7,875	6%
Primary Therapists	6,910	6%
Telehealth Counselors/Therapists	2,646	2%
Marriage and Family Therapists	3,802	3%
Family Therapists	2,929	2%
Program Therapists	3,231	3%
Autism Behavioral Therapists	993	1%
Family Services Counselors	1,475	1%
Private Practice Therapists	3,849	3%
ABA Therapists	4,254	4%
Telehealth Therapists	1,325	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Psychology	17,176	37%
Mental Health	16,591	35%
Treatment Planning	16,484	35%
Social Work	16,420	35%
Family Therapy	15,310	33%
Behavioral Health	12,022	26%
Psychotherapy	7,955	17%
Crisis Intervention	6,449	14%
Psychiatry	6,346	14%
Case Management	6,256	13%
Group Therapy	5,928	13%
Telehealth	5,276	11%
Substance Abuse	4,995	11%
Clinical Psychology	4,252	9%
Trauma Care	4,100	9%
Discharge Planning	3,784	8%
Marketing	3,635	8%
Autism Spectrum Disorders	3,478	7%
Billing	3,460	7%
Behaviour Therapy	3,380	7%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Individual and Family Services		32%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		32%
	Outpatient Care Centers		15%
	State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		6%
	Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities		3%
	Religious Organizations		2%
	Other		10%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Mental Health Clinicians	14,750	14%
Behavior Specialists	6,210	6%
Mental Health Professionals	7,422	7%
Behavioral Health Clinicians	6,186	6%
Behavioral Health Specialists	8,154	8%
Behavior Interventionists	7,648	7%
Behavioral Health Case Managers	5,361	5%
Mental Health Specialists	5,410	5%
Licensed Mental Health Professionals	7,202	7%
Behavioral Health Social Workers	5,327	5%
Assessment Specialists	5,608	5%
Mental Health Case Managers	4,906	5%
Qualified Mental Health Professionals	5,459	5%
Clinicians	4,966	5%
Behavioral Health Professionals	3,606	3%
Outpatient Clinicians	2,597	2%
Mental Health Practitioners	2,102	2%
Mental Health Social Workers	2,058	2%
Licensed Behavioral Health Clinicians	1,768	2%
Behavioral Health Care Managers	2,076	2%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Mental Health	36,890	54%
Social Work	30,577	45%
Behavioral Health	25,602	38%
Psychology	24,377	36%
Treatment Planning	20,900	31%
Case Management	16,978	25%
Crisis Intervention	16,439	24%
Psychiatry	14,727	22%
Mental Diseases	10,849	16%
Substance Abuse	9,569	14%
Human Services	8,558	13%
Family Therapy	8,282	12%
Community Mental Health Services	6,941	10%
Discharge Planning	6,537	10%
Psychotherapy	6,107	9%
Nursing	6,024	9%
Clinical Experience	5,750	8%
Medical Records	5,546	8%
Group Therapy	5,269	8%
Electronic Medical Record	5,257	8%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Outpatient Care Centers		20%
	Individual and Family Services		14%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		12%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		11%
	Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities		10%
	State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		5%
	Other		27%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Child, Family, and School Social Workers provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Social Workers	77,109	30%
Case Managers	51,208	20%
School Social Workers	17,029	7%
Medical Social Workers	15,129	6%
Hospice Medical Social Workers	10,494	4%
Licensed Clinical Social Workers	10,558	4%
Caseworkers	6,569	3%
Family Advocates	5,442	2%
Hospice Social Workers	9,330	4%
Licensed Medical Social Workers	7,731	3%
Licensed Social Workers	11,508	5%
Family Support Specialists	4,428	2%
Social Workers/Case Managers	4,904	2%
Housing Case Managers	3,396	1%
Bilingual Case Managers	3,930	2%
Foster Care Case Managers	3,230	1%
Social Work Case Managers	3,172	1%
Family Case Managers	3,442	1%
Personal Injury Case Managers	4,543	2%
Licensed Master Social Workers	2,989	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Social Work	110,865	58%
Case Management	70,248	37%
Mental Health	39,954	21%
Psychology	36,106	19%
Human Services	31,855	17%
Crisis Intervention	31,254	16%
Treatment Planning	28,335	15%
Discharge Planning	24,266	13%
Medical Records	17,324	9%
Behavioral Health	17,129	9%
Psychosocial Assessments	15,792	8%
Substance Abuse	13,674	7%
Disabilities	13,561	7%
Care Coordination	13,419	7%
Psychiatry	12,711	7%
Trauma Care	12,590	7%
Bilingual (Spanish/English)	12,070	6%
Child Welfare	11,670	6%
Sociology	11,657	6%
Rehabilitation	10,956	6%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Individual and Family Services		24%
	State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		19%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		19%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		14%
	Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services		3%
	Other Residential Care Facilities		3%
	Other		18%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors this occupation includes the 2018 SOC occupations 21-1011 Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors and 21-1014 Mental Health Counselors.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Mental Health Therapists	70,957	25%
Mental Health Counselors	28,873	10%
Counselors	17,769	6%
Substance Abuse Counselors	20,823	7%
Licensed Mental Health Therapists	32,463	11%
Licensed Mental Health Counselors	17,391	6%
Behavioral Health Counselors	11,178	4%
Licensed Professional Counselors	15,949	6%
Licensed Clinical Social Workers	12,222	4%
Addictions Counselors	7,360	3%
Behavioral Health Clinicians	4,003	1%
Substance Use Disorder Counselors	7,375	3%
Substance Use Counselors	4,756	2%
Telehealth Therapists	4,840	2%
Outpatient Mental Health Therapists	9,592	3%
Mental Health Clinicians	3,408	1%
Mental Health Associates	4,498	2%
Licensed Mental Health Professionals	2,869	1%
Behavioral Health Consultants	4,005	1%
Licensed Counselors	6,990	2%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Mental Health	63,993	51%
Treatment Planning	47,128	37%
Psychology	39,808	32%
Social Work	39,098	31%
Behavioral Health	30,682	24%
Substance Abuse	27,569	22%
Case Management	23,305	19%
Crisis Intervention	20,945	17%
Family Therapy	18,876	15%
Psychotherapy	15,810	13%
Telehealth	14,987	12%
Psychiatry	13,995	11%
Mental Health Counseling	12,135	10%
Human Services	11,449	9%
Billing	10,715	9%
Group Therapy	10,698	9%
Electronic Medical Record	10,274	8%
Discharge Planning	9,749	8%
Medical Records	9,044	7%
Trauma Care	8,550	7%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Outpatient Care Centers		21%
	Individual and Family Services		17%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		16%
	Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities		11%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		6%
	Education and Hospitals (Local Government)		5%
	Other		25%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Counselors, All Other all counselors not listed separately.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Behavior Technicians	97,728	21%
Board Certified Behavior Analysts	225,856	49%
Registered Behavior Technicians	85,537	19%
ABA Behavioral Technicians	15,142	3%
Youth Counselors	4,486	1%
Behavioral Technicians	5,158	1%
Behavior Analysts	4,909	1%
Autism Behavior Technicians	3,259	1%
Youth Care Workers	2,698	1%
Behavior Technicians/ABA Therapists	2,082	1%
Youth Workers	1,468	0%
Interventionists	1,779	0%
Residential Youth Counselors	1,219	0%
Behavior Specialists	890	0%
Youth Development Counselors	890	0%
Behavior Interventionists	1,511	0%
ABA Technicians	1,124	0%
Applied Behavior Analysts	970	0%
Behavioral Health Technicians	887	0%
Adolescent Counselors	1,223	0%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Autism Spectrum Disorders	38,828	37%
Treatment Planning	28,182	27%
Applied Behavior Analysis	26,754	25%
Psychology	22,817	22%
Working With Children	20,303	19%
Data Collection	19,207	18%
Intervention Plans	13,791	13%
Special Education	12,137	12%
Developmental Disabilities	12,103	11%
Social Work	9,447	9%
Mental Health	9,162	9%
Behavioral Health	8,940	8%
Behaviour Therapy	8,170	8%
Caregiving	7,991	8%
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)	6,872	7%
Behavior Management	6,264	6%
Functional Behavior Assessment	5,959	6%
Disabilities	5,940	6%
Crisis Intervention	5,289	5%
Positive Behavior Support	5,276	5%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Individual and Family Services		22%
	Offices of Other Health Practitioners		21%
	State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		7%
	Outpatient Care Centers		6%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		5%
	Home Health Care Services		3%
	Other		36%

Occupation

Job Titles

Skills

Industry

Description

Rehabilitation Counselors counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement.

Projected Growth

Job Title	Job Postings	% of Job Postings
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors	3,850	39%
Rehabilitation Counselors	2,452	25%
Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists	1,009	10%
Vocational Specialists	404	4%
Vocational Evaluators	357	4%
Case Management Associates	116	1%
Employment Specialists	177	2%
Habilitation Counselors	277	3%
Rehabilitation Specialists	338	3%
Vocational Rehabilitation Technicians	203	2%
Disability Consultants	84	1%
Rehabilitation Coordinators	117	1%
Financial Services Consultants	61	1%
Vocational Rehabilitation Consultants	109	1%
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counselors	93	1%
Vocational Coordinators	73	1%
Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisors	85	1%
Vocational Case Managers	68	1%
Transition Counselors	52	1%
Counselors	73	1%

Skill	Job Postings	% of Total Postings
Rehabilitation	3,497	62%
Vocational Rehabilitation	2,992	53%
Psychology	2,599	46%
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling	2,363	42%
Rehabilitation Counseling	2,343	42%
Social Work	2,027	36%
Disabilities	1,933	34%
Case Management	1,796	32%
Human Services	1,554	28%
Special Education	1,128	20%
Data Analysis	714	13%
Mental Health	707	13%
Sociology	648	11%
Visual Impairment Education	585	10%
Hearing Disorders	550	10%
Treatment Planning	535	9%
Purchasing	532	9%
Occupational Therapy	441	8%
Psychiatry	439	8%
Medical Records	414	7%

	Industry	% of Occupation in Industry
	Vocational Rehabilitation Services		35%
	State Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		16%
	Individual and Family Services		12%
	Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities		12%
	Local Government, Excluding Education and Hospitals		6%
	Outpatient Care Centers		3%
	Other		16%

Source: Employment Outlook data is provided by Lightcast. Franklin University cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

Psychology Knowledge and Skillsets

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Design and conduct organizational analysis, implement change initiatives and organizational alignment initiatives
Develop and analyze assessment instruments to determine appropriate development interventions that meet goals
Exercise sound judgment and expertise within broadly defined policies and practices
Employ theories of behavior change and motivation with practical application
Evaluate effectiveness of behavior change strategies, provide encouragement, coaching and guidance
Collaborate with business leaders to develop resources and procedures that streamline processes and develop talent
Facilitate leadership retreats, interventions, team-building activities and business conversations for both small and large groups
Partner with managers and subject matter experts in developing organizational development opportunities that support strategic initiatives.

Training & Development

Develop, implement and evaluate company training programs.
Deliver group instruction and training on applications, operations, and/or functions in a specified field
Facilitate learning via classroom instruction through a variety of presentation methods and applications to accommodate learning styles
Formulate training outlines and determining instructional methods and effectiveness of lecture based, e-learning, workshops and web-based training courses
Research learning systems and programs, and enhance or expand current learning systems
Design and conduct organizational analysis, implement change initiatives and organizational alignment initiatives

Counseling

Conduct and/or review all assessments and develop a treatment plan based on the results of the assessments
Assist clients to identify and achieve realistic goals, exploring their unique processing styles and ingrained habits and beliefs, as well as creating actionable steps to meet their goals
Partner with clients to improve areas of personal development including: executive function concerns, time-management, motivation, stress management, self-confidence and decision making
Complete behavioral health assessments and collaborative treatment planning
Focus on time-effective treatment and successful outcomes

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