College of Professional Studies
The College of Professional Studies provides students, faculty and the community with
challenging academic and real world experiences in the context of local, national
and global perspectives through traditional classroom setting, clinical/laboratory
experiences and distance learning. Through a program of rigorous teaching, research,
and community outreach/service, the College prepares students for professional careers
and advanced study in the areas of Criminal Justice, Mass Communication, Nursing and
Social Work. Graduates of the College of Professional Studies are competitive in their
chosen careers, in addition to being socially conscious and productive members of
the society.
The College offers continuing education courses on a limited basis. Such courses are
offered when requested, provided the request addresses a documented need and the courses
are self-supporting.
The College is comprised of four major professional programs offering four baccalaureate
and four graduate programs, as detailed below:
The School of Nursing, offers the BSN and MSN degrees. The MSN Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the BSN Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The School of Social Work, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the Council of Social Work Education
(CSWE), offers BSW and MSW degrees. The school offers an intensive preparation for
professional positions in a variety of social work settings.
*Council of Social Work Education (CSWE) Accreditation Compliance
The Department of Mass Communication offers BA and MA degrees in mass communication. The BA program prepares students
for a variety of career options in the broad field of mass communication and is accredited
by the Accrediting Council for Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC). The MA program offers thesis and non-thesis options.
The Department of Criminal Justice, one of the largest programs in terms of the number of majors on the campus, offer
BS and MS degrees in Criminal Justice. The BS in Criminal Justice offers an area of
concentration in Paralegal Studies. The department prepares students for professional
careers and advanced study in criminal justice and legal studies.
The Department of Sociology & Psychology serves a threefold purpose: 1) to offer courses that support the General Education
Program and other academic majors; 2) to prepare students for graduate study and careers
in the disciplines and closely related fields; and 3) to promote the development of
students as responsible citizens. Additionally, the Department seeks to expose students
enrolled in departmental courses to the current counseling, testing, and research
methods common to the social sciences.
With well-qualified and competent faculty and professional staff, the College of Professional
Studies prepares students for challenging careers in nursing, social work, mass communication
and criminal justice. The College offers the following degree programs:
Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree:
- Mass Communication
- Social work (BSW)
- Psychology, General
Sociology
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree:
Master of Arts (MA) degree:
- Mass Communication
- Social Work (MSW)
Master of Science (MS) degree:
- Criminal Justice
- Social Work (MSW)
- Nursing (MSN)
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For further information, please contact:
| Dean |
Office |
Mailing Address |
|
Dr. Carolyn Hester, Dean
College of Professional Studies
GSU Box 4219
Charles P. Adams Room 311
Phone (318) 274-3302
Fax (318) 274-3254
|
Mrs. Laketha A. Richards
Administrative Assistant 4
College of Professional Studies
GSU Box 4219
Charles P. Adams Hall Rm 311
(O) 318-274-3305
(F) 318-274-3254 |
Grambling State University
College of Professional Graduate Studies
Campus Box 4239
Grambling, LA 71245 |
