Psychology Program
The Psychology program (053.3) is changed to Psychology 053.4 as of the fall 2013 semester. Students already enrolled in 053.3 may complete the current program or move to the new 053.4 program. To review program 053.3 requirements, see the graduation checksheet. Students should discuss these options with their advisor. New students must register for 053.4. |
ALLEGHENY, BOYCE, NORTH, SOUTH
Associate of Arts (053.4)
This program prepares the student for transfer to a four-year institution with a broad college background and significant coursework in psychology and the disciplines that support it.
Graduates work for a bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Psychology or related fields. The program also provides a strong and diverse preparation in the liberal arts and sciences for those desiring a broad educational background for transfer to a variety of programs at four-year institutions.
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will:
- Describe and explain the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings and historical trends in psychology.
- Explain and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis and interpretation.
- Use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes.
- List and apply psychological principles to personal, social and organization issues.
- Weigh evidence, tolerate ambiguity, act ethically and reflect other values that are the underpinning of psychology as a discipline.
See the Graduation Checksheet for this program in printable PDF form.
Degree Requirements
Minimum Credits to Graduate: 60–63
First Semester | Credits | |
ENG-101 | 3 | |
PSY-101 | 3 | |
3–4 | ||
3 | ||
Mathematics Elective (MAT-108, Intermediate Algebra, | 3–4 | |
Total | 15–16 | |
| Second Semester | ||
BIO-151 | 4 | |
ENG-102 | 3 | |
PSY-202 | Social Psychology 1 or | 3 |
3 | ||
3 | ||
Total | 16 | |
| Third Semester | ||
PSY-208 | 3 | |
PSY-270 | 4 | |
3 | ||
Science Elective 6 | 3–4 | |
Total | 13–14 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
PSY-290 | 4 | |
Humanities Elective | 3 | |
Restricted Elective 7 | 3 | |
Social Sciences Electives (2) | 6 | |
Total | 16 | |
| The following list of courses and electives are required for the PA Statewide Articulation Agreement in Psychology. Students intending to transfer to a PA Trac college or university should consult a transfer counselor early in their program. | ||
| PSY-101 PSY-202 PSY-208 PSY-270 PSY-290 | Introduction to Psychology Social Psychology or One (1) Life Span Course 4 Abnormal Psychology Statistics for the Behavioral & Social Sciences Research Methods & Applications | 3 |
| 2Computer & Information Technology Elective: | ||
| CIT-100 CIT-140 | Computer Fundamentals & Applications or Office Productivity Applications | 3 |
| 3Science Course: | ||
| BIO-151 | General Biology 1 | 4 |
| 4Psychology Life Span/ Developmental Elective (choose one course) | ||
| PSY-108 PSY-113 PSY-204 PSY-210 PSY-214 | Human Growth & Development Psychology of Death & Dying Adolescent Psychology Child Psychology Psychology of Adulthood | 3 |
| 5Philosophy Elective: | ||
| PHL-155 | Ethics | 3 |
| 6Science Elective: Students should select lab courses from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Astronomy. | ||
| 7Restricted Elective: Students should select from the following: Art, Dance, Foreign Language, Geography, Health & Physical Education, Literature, Music or Theatre | ||