Dec 03, 2024

2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog

2022-2023 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Psychology: AS

Associate of Science | 61 credits minimum

Program Website
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Program Description
The Psychology department offers individual courses in psychology, as well as a two-year AS degree. Listed below is the recommended course of study for the AS degree.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Admission into a major program at a transfer institution depends upon the receiving institution’s requirements for that major. Some major programs are restricted and require special application as well as a competitive GPA. See an Academic Advisor at both SLCC and the intended receiving institution for specific articulation information.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx

NOTE: Fees may vary based upon specific registration and are subject to change.

General Education Requirements

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Science (AS) / Associate of Arts (AA) Degree General Education Requirements

Program General Education Notes

REQUIRED:

Quantitative Literacy (QL): MATH 1030 or
MATH 1040

Program Requirements

Required Courses (6 Credits)

Note

Students may use PSY 1010 /PSY 1100 to fill a Major Course Requirement or a General Education Distribution Area in Social Science, but not both.

Elective Courses (21 credits)

Select 9 credits from the following Program Electives:
PSY 1100 - Lifespan Human Growth and Development (SS)
PSY 2250 - Personality Theory
PSY 2300 - Abnormal Psychology
PSY 2500 - Social Psychology
PSY 2710 - Brain and Behavior
Complete an additional 12 credits from the following or any college course numbered 1000 or above:
PSY 1900 - Special Studies
PSY 2000 - Psychology CO-OP Education
PSY 2900 - Special Topics in Psychology
ANTH 1020 - Human Origins: Evolution and Diversity (LS)
ECON 1010 - Economics as a Social Science (SS)
EDU 1400 - Study of Disabilities (SS, DV)
ETHS 2400 - Intro to Ethnic Studies (SS, DV)
FHS 2450 - Introduction to Human Sexuality (SS)
SOC 2370 - Gender & U.S. Society (SS, DV)
SOC 2630 - Race and Ethnicity (SS, DV)

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Psychology AS: Full-time
If students follow the suggested sample schedule, completion time is four semesters.
Students who need to take preparatory classes to meet the requirements of first semester courses should plan on extra time to complete the program.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Describe major concepts, overarching themes, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, historical trends, and recent advances within psychology. [1,2]
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation. [3,4,5]
Demonstrate psychology information literacy. [2,8]
Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena and, when appropriate, consider sociocultural factors and apply ethical standards. [1,2,4,5]
Develop skills and knowledge to enhance relationships, be civically engaged, and work with others in a professional and constructive manner; and demonstrate values that build community. [2,6,7]
Apply psychological content and skills to career goals and develop a meaningful, professional direction for after graduation. [4,5]