Psychology

Psychology is the empirical study of behavior, emotion and mental processes. In pursuing the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer degree, students acquire skills in research, information gathering, and analytic thinking. Students majoring in psychology develop critical thinking, problem solving and written and verbal communication skills.

Although some careers in psychology require an advanced degree (e.g., mental health therapist, behavior analyst, or university professor), students majoring in psychology will acquire a variety of skills that employers value. Review the American Psychological Association's The Skillful Psychology Student: Prepared for Success in the 21st Century Workplace for a summary of these marketable skills.

Career Opportunities

Academic Counselor, Administrator, Behavior Analyst, Career Counselor, Community College Instructor, Data Analyst, Drug Abuse Counselor, Employment Counselor, Forensic Psychologist, Human Factors Specialist, Marriage and Family Therapist, Mental Health Worker, Personnel Analyst, Probation Officer, Psychiatric Aide, Psychometrist, Public Health Statistician Trainee, Research Analyst, Research Technician, Social Research Trainee, Sports Psychologist, Student Affairs Officer, Survey Designer, Training Specialist, University Professor

Faculty

Borruel, Keiry

Garcia, April

Luna, Jose

Transfer

Most colleges and universities offer psychology or behavioral sciences education. Thus, there are a variety of baccalaureate programs for psychology transfer students to consider. The public institutions highlighted in this section offer undergraduate psychology programs within California and nearby in the state of Nevada.

Southern California

California State University, San Bernardino - Department of Psychology
- Psychology (B.A.)
- Biological Psychology (B.A.)
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology (B.A.)
University of California, Riverside - Department of Psychology
- Psychology (B.A./B.S.)
- Neuroscience (B.A./B.S.)
- Psychology, Law & Society (B.A.)

Northern California

Cal State East Bay - Department of Psychology
- Psychology (B.A.)
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology (B.S.)
- Ergonomics and Human Factors (B.S.)
University of California, Davis - Department of Psychology
- Psychology (A.B.)
- Biological Psychology (B.S.)

Nevada

University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Department of Psychology
- Psychology (B.A.)

UNLV's Psychology B.A. program can be completed online. UNLV offers reduced nonresident tuition for San Bernardino County residents. Inquire about the "Good Neighbor" classification.

Visit assist.org for official transfer and articulation information for California’s public colleges and universities. Please stop by the Transfer Center in Building 23 or make an appointment with a counselor if you have questions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are statements of the kind of learning a program hopes a student will achieve. The PLOs describe the knowledge, skills, problem-solving, communication and values that apply to all certificates and/or degrees within that program.

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to:

Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge and critical thinking skills as related to human behavior and mental processes.
Apply the scientific method to distinguish science from pseudoscience as it relates to behavior and mental processes.
Communicate scientifically to peers and to the community.
Demonstrate a general understanding of typical and atypical human development and functioning.
Effectively communicate with others to solve problems.
Develop beginner-level communication skills to work with diverse populations in educational, mental-health, and social services positions.

Psychology Courses

PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology (3.0 Units)

This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.

Recommended Preparation: Take ENGL-C1000/ENGL-101/ENGL-101.0 or ENGL 101H.

Lecture Hours: 54.0