Psychology, AA
The study of psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Psychology is a multifaceted discipline and includes many sub-fields of study, such as human development, sports, health, clinical, social behavior, and cognitive processes.
This program is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Requirements may be updated prior to the start of the Fall 2022 semester. Students completing this program should consult a counselor or advisor to develop their degree plan and for registration advice.
Associate of Arts
Required Courses
| EDU 104 | College & Career/FYE | 3 |
| ENG 110 | College Writing I | 3 |
| | or | |
| ENG 160 | College Writing & Research | 4 |
| MATH 120 | Finite Mathematics | 3 |
| MATH 220 | Probability & Statistics | 4 |
| PSY 150 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 190 | Child Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 240 | Applied Behavior Analysis | 5 |
| SOC 102 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| | or | |
| SOC 103 | Contemporary Social Problems | 3 |
| | Second Level English/Communication | 3 |
| | Foreign Language | 8 |
| | Humanities/Fine Arts | 6 |
| | Political Science | 3 |
| | Science | 8 |
| | Wellness/Physical Education | 2 |
| | Elective Courses | 5 |
Total Credit Hours: 62
Transfer Notes: This program is designed to prepare students for admission to a bachelor's degree program with a major in psychology. Many four-year schools have more than one option within the psychology major, including general psychology and behavioral science. Admission to the major often requires completion of lower division psychology courses with a minimum grade point average.