MCCCD Program Description

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Psychology

Major: 8122
Effective Term: 2024 Fall
Award Type: AA

CIP Code: 42.0101

Program Availability: CG EM GC GW MC PC PV RS SC SM
Instructional Council: Psychology
Total Credits: 60-64
GPA: 2.00

SOC Code: Upon completion of a bachelor`s degree, students may pursue a career as:
21-1093.00 Social and Human Service Assistants: Case worker, Mental Health Technician and Child Life Specialist
29-2053.00 Psychiatric Technicians: Behavioral Technicians
21-1014.00 Mental Health Counselors
19-4061.00 Social Science Research Assistants
13-1161.00 Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
13-1071.00 Human Resources Specialists
11-3121.00 Human Resources Managers
19-3022.00 Survey Researchers
21-1092.00 Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

Upon completion of a graduate degree, students may pursue a career as:
19-3032.00 Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
19-3031.00 Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists
29-1066.00 Psychiatrists
21-1014.00 Mental Health Counselors
19-3039.01 Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists
15-2041.00 Statisticians
25-1066.00 Psychology Teachers, Post-secondary
17-2112.01 Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Description: The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Psychology provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in psychological sciences or are preparing for graduate programs in psychology or related fields. With a bachelor`s degree, students may pursue numerous careers such as mid and top-level managers, market research analysts/specialists, human resources specialists/managers, social and human service assistants, psychiatric technicians, survey researchers, and probation officers/correctional treatment specialists. Most careers in psychology require graduate work. With a graduate degree, students may pursue a number of careers, including but not limited to: psychologists (industrial-organizational, clinical, counseling, and school), research scientists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, statisticians, teachers, and human factors engineers.

Program Learning Outcomes
1. Explain how Psychology is a science and interdisciplinary. (PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280, PSY290AB, PSY290AC) 2. Identify interrelationships between biological, psychological and socio-cultural processes. (BIO181++, BIO182++, BIO201++, BIO202, PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280) 3. Apply Psychological science to everyday life and career goals. (PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY230, PSY230WL, PSY231, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280, PSY290AB, PSY290AC) 4. Utilize a systematic method of investigation, design and conduct a psychology research project. (BIO181++, BIO182++, BIO201++, BIO202, CHM150, CHM150AA, CHM151, CHM151AA, CHM151LL, CHM152, CHM152AA, CHM152LL, PHY111, PHY112, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [MA]) 5. Locate, interpret and evaluate research findings. (AJS109, ASB100, CRE101, GPH210, GPH213, PSY101, PSY230, PSY230WL, PSY231, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [FYC], [MA]) 6. Analyze and interpret data using quantitative and qualitative methods. (BIO181++, BIO182++, BIO201++, BIO202, CHM150, CHM150AA, CHM151, CHM151AA, CHM151LL, CHM152, CHM152AA, CHM152LL, CIS105, CSC180, CSC180AA, CSC180AB, EDU/EED115, PHY111, PHY112, PSY230, PSY230WL, PSY231, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [MA]) 7. Utilize scientific findings and theories to generate new ideas. (PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [MA]) 8. Evaluate the impact of socio-cultural diversity and societal inequality on social and psychological issues and research. (CRE101, PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280, [FYC], [HU]) 9. Interact effectively with others using an understanding of the role culture, values and biases play in communication. (AJS109, ASB100, CRE101, GPH210, GPH213, PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [FYC], [HU], [MA], (COM)) 10. Utilize effective written, oral and visual communication skills in varied contexts, in accordance with the professional conventions within the field of psychology. (BIO181++, BIO182++, BIO201++, BIO202, CHM150, CHM150AA, CHM151, CHM151AA, CHM151LL, CHM152, CHM152AA, CHM152LL, CIS105, CRE101, CSC180, CSC180AA, CSC180AB, EDU/EED115, PHY111, PHY112, PSY101, PSY132, PSY157, PSY215, PSY218, PSY225, PSY230, PSY230WL, PSY231, PSY235, PSY240, PSY241, PSY248, PSY250, PSY260, PSY262, PSY266, PSY275, PSY277, PSY280, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [FYC], [HU], [MA], (COM)) 11. Apply ethical standards and social responsibility to evaluate psychological science and practice. (AJS109, ASB100, CRE101, GPH210, GPH213, PSY101, PSY230, PSY230WL, PSY231, PSY290AB, PSY290AC, [FYC], [HU], (COM))

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Program Prerequisites
None

Program Prerequisites
	Credits:

Required Courses
FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3 PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 + PSY230 Introduction to Statistics (3) OR + PSY230 Introduction to Statistics (3) AND + PSY231 Laboratory for Statistics (1) OR + PSY230WL Introduction to Statistics with Lab (4) 3-4 + PSY290AB Research Methods (4) OR + PSY290AC Research Methods (4) 4			Credits: 11-14

Restricted Electives
Complete requirements in the transfer option that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. If your intended transfer institution is not listed, then select a combination of courses from the transfer options listed in order to meet the minimum credits required in the Restricted Electives section. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor to prevent exceeding your university transfer program`s maximum transferable credits (typically 64). If academic and professional goals do not align with any of the transfer plans below, select elective courses in consultation with an academic, faculty, or program advisor. Transfer Plan 1: Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts Credits: 9-10 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) OR EDU/EED115 Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (3) 3-4 Related Area Course Credits: 6 Students must complete two (2) courses for six (6) credits that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: ASB, COM, HSE, ISS, POS, SOC. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. Transfer Plan 2: Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Psychology, Bachelor of Science Credits: 17-18 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) OR EDU/EED115 Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (3) 3-4 Life Science Lab Course Credits: 4 Complete a Life Science lecture/lab course that transfers to ASU in one of the following prefixes: BIO or MIC. This is required in addition to PSY290++ [SG] and the Natural Science [SQ] General Studies requirement. Physical Science Lab Course Credits: 4 Complete a Physical Science lecture/lab course that transfers to ASU in one of the following prefixes: AST, CHM, GLG, PHY. This is required in addition to PSY290++ [SG] and the Natural Science [SQ] General Studies requirement. Related Area Course Credits: 6 Complete courses that transfer as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit (DEC) in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, COM, HSE, ISS, POS, SOC. Transfer Plan 3: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts Credits: 3-16 PSY132 Psychology and Culture (3) OR PSY157 African/Black Psychology (3) OR + PSY215 Sports Psychology (3) OR + PSY218 Health Psychology (3) OR + PSY225 Psychology of Religion (3) OR + PSY235 Psychology of Gender (3) OR + PSY240 Developmental Psychology (3) OR + PSY241 Understanding and Changing Behavior (3) OR + PSY248 Psychology of Adolescent Development (3) OR + PSY250 Social Psychology (3) OR + PSY260 Psychology of Personality (3) OR + PSY262 Positive Psychology: The Science of Well-Being (3) OR + PSY266 Psychological Disorders (3) OR + PSY275 Biopsychology (4) OR + PSY277 Psychology of Human Sexuality (3) OR + PSY280 Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3) 3-4 Foundations of Behavior Credits: 0-12 Complete up to four (4) additional courses for a total of zero to twelve (0-12) credits that transfer as either direct equivalency or departmental electives to courses in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, ASM, BIO, GCU, HPS, PHI, SOC. At least 2 of these courses must be from the same course prefix (subject). Second Language Requirement: Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program`s maximum transferable credits (typically 64). Please see the General Electives for more information. Transfer Plan 4: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Science Credits: 3-15 PSY132 Psychology and Culture (3) OR PSY157 African/Black Psychology (3) OR + PSY215 Sports Psychology (3) OR + PSY218 Health Psychology (3) OR + PSY225 Psychology of Religion (3) OR + PSY235 Psychology of Gender (3) OR + PSY240 Developmental Psychology (3) OR + PSY241 Understanding and Changing Behavior (3) OR + PSY248 Psychology of Adolescent Development (3) OR + PSY250 Social Psychology (3) OR + PSY260 Psychology of Personality (3) OR + PSY262 Positive Psychology: The Science of Well-Being (3) OR + PSY266 Psychological Disorders (3) OR + PSY275 Biopsychology (4) OR + PSY277 Psychology of Human Sexuality (3) OR + PSY280 Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3) 3-4 Foundations of Behavior Credits: 0-12 Complete up to four (4) additional courses for a total of zero to twelve (0-12) credits that transfer as either direct equivalency or departmental electives to courses in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, ASM, BIO, GCU, HPS, PHI, SOC. These courses can be shared with AGEC requirements. Transfer Plan 5: Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts Credits: 3-16 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) OR EDU/EED115 Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (3) 3-4 Related Area Course Credits 0-12 Complete up to four (4) courses (0-12 credits) that transfer as either Direct Equivalency or Departmental Elective (DEC) to courses in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, COM, JHR, POS, PSY, SBS, SOC. Transfer Plan 6: Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Science Credits: 10-11 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) 3-4 Related Area Credits: 3 Students must complete one (1) course for three (3) credits that transfers as a direct equivalent or departmental elective in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, COM, JHR, POS, PSY, SBS, SOC. Life Science Lab Course Credits: 4 Complete a Life Science lecture/lab course that transfers to ASU in one of the following prefixes: BIO, FOR, LSC, MIC. This is required in addition to PSY290++ [SG] and the Natural Science [SQ] General Studies requirement. Transfer Plan 7: Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Forensic Psychology), Bachelor of Arts Credits: 6-10 AJS109 Substantive Criminal Law 3 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) OR EDU/EED115 Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (3) 3-4 Related Area Course Credits: 0-3 Complete up to one (1) course for zero to three (0-3) credits that transfer as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, ASM, COM, JHR, POS, PSY, SBS, SOC. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. Transfer Plan 8: Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Forensic Psychology), Bachelor of Science Credits: 10-11 AJS109 Substantive Criminal Law 3 CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems (3) OR CSC180 Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AA Computer Literacy (3) OR CSC180AB Computer Literacy (4) OR EDU/EED115 Digital Literacy for Teaching and Learning in Education (3) 3-4 Life Science Lab Course Credits: 4 Complete a Life Science lecture/lab course that transfers to ASU in one of the following prefixes: BCH, BIO, FOR, LSC, MIC. This is required in addition to PSY290++ [SG] and the Natural Science [SQ] General Studies requirement. May be completed after transfer to ASU. Transfer Plan 9: Northern Arizona University, Psychological Sciences, Bachelor of Science Credits: 9 Complete three (3) courses for a total of nine (9) credits from the following: PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 PSY240 Developmental Psychology 3 PSY250 Social Psychology 3 PSY260 Psychology of Personality 3 PSY266 Psychological Disorders 3 PSY275 Biopsychology 4 PSY277 Psychology of Human Sexuality 3 Transfer Plan 10: University of Arizona, Psychological Sciences, Bachelor of Science Credits: 16 + BIO181++ General Biology (Majors) I (4) OR + BIO201++ Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) 4 + BIO182++ General Biology (Majors) II (4) OR + BIO202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4) 4 Complete one of the following science options: + CHM150 General Chemistry I (4) AND + CHM151LL General Chemistry I Laboratory (1) OR + CHM150AA General Chemistry I (5) OR + CHM151 General Chemistry I (3) AND + CHM151LL General Chemistry I Laboratory (1) OR + CHM151AA General Chemistry I (4) AND + CHM152 General Chemistry II (3) AND + CHM152LL General Chemistry II Laboratory (1) OR + CHM152AA General Chemistry II (4) OR + PHY111 General Physics I (4) AND + PHY112 General Physics II (4) 8-10 Second Language Requirement: Completion of second language courses at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program`s maximum transferable credits (typically 64). Please see the General Electives for more information. Transfer Plan 11: University of Arizona, Psychology, Bachelor of Arts Credits: 0 Second Language Requirement: Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program`s maximum transferable credits (typically 64). Please see the General Electives for more information. Transfer Plan 12: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Psychological Science), Bachelor of Science Credits: 3-15 ASB100 Introduction to Global Health (3) OR + GPH210 Society and Environment (3) OR GPH213 Climate and Weather (3) 3 Foundations of Behavior Credits: 0-12 Complete up to four (4) additional courses for a total of zero to twelve (0-12) credits that transfer as either direct equivalency or departmental electives to courses in the following ASU prefixes: ASB, ASM, BIO, GCU, HPS, PHI, SOC. At least 2 of these courses must be from the same course prefix (subject).			Credits: 0-16

Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC)
AGEC-A			Credits: 9-41
A single course with an [L], [HU], [SB], [SG], or [SQ] designation may also be used to satisfy the Oral Communication, Critical Reading, and/or Awareness Area ([C], [G] and/or [H]) requirement(s). See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations.


First-Year Composition [FYC]			Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L]			Credits: 0-3
Any approved general education course in the Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L] area 3 May be met by PSY290AB or PSY290AC in Required Courses area Note: PSY290AB or PSY290AC may be applied as Natural Science [SG] or Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L], but not both.

Mathematics [MA]			Credits: 3-9
Before enrolling into a math course, speak to your Academic Advisor to ensure you are selecting the correct math for your transfer goals as MAT14+ is not applicable to all transfer plans For Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts; Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Psychology, Bachelor of Science; Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts; Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Science; Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts; and Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Forensic Psychology), Bachelor of Arts; Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Psychological Science), Bachelor of Science: + MAT150 College Algebra/Functions (5) OR + MAT151 College Algebra/Functions (4) OR + MAT152 College Algebra/Functions (3) OR + MAT155 College Algebra/Functions with Review (5) OR + MAT156 College Algebra/Functions with Review (6) AND + MAT182 Plane Trigonometry (3) OR + MAT172 Finite Mathematics (3) OR + MAT187 Precalculus (5) OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area (3-5) 3-9 For Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Science and Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Psychology (Forensic Psychology), Bachelor of Science: + MAT150 College Algebra/Functions (5) OR + MAT151 College Algebra/Functions (4) OR + MAT152 College Algebra/Functions (3) OR + MAT155 College Algebra/Functions with Review (5) OR + MAT156 College Algebra/Functions with Review (6) AND + MAT182 Plane Trigonometry (3) OR + MAT187 Precalculus (5) OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area (3-5) 5-9 For Northern Arizona University, Psychological Sciences, Bachelor of Science and University of Arizona, Psychology, Bachelor of Arts: + MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area (3-6) 3-6 For University of Arizona, Psychological Sciences, Bachelor of Science: + MAT212 Brief Calculus (3) OR + MAT213 Brief Calculus (4) OR + MAT220 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (5) OR + MAT221 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) 3-5

Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]			Credits: 0-6
Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area. 6 May be met by Transfer Plan selections

Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]			Credits: 0-3
Met by PSY101 AND Any approved general education courses in the Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB] area. 3 May be met by Transfer Plan selections

Natural Sciences [SG]/[SQ]			Credits: 0-8
Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area (4) AND Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area or the Natural Sciences (General) [SG] area (4) 8 May be met by Transfer Plan selections. Note: PSY290AB or PSY290AC may be applied as Natural Science [SG] or Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L], but not both.

Awareness Areas			Credits: 0-6
These requirements may be shared with other AGEC requirements. See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations.

MCCCD Additional Requirements

Oral Communication (COM)			Credits: 0-3
COM100 Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR COM110 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR + COM225 Public Speaking (3) OR COM230 Small Group Communication (3) 0-3

General Electives
	Credits:
Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with a faculty advisor, program director, and/or academic advisor to identify coursework that best aligns with academic and professional goals. Recommended for Transfer Plan 10: University of Arizona, Psychological Sciences, Bachelor of Science Complete a language course at the elementary level (102 or equivalent) with a C or better OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment. ARB+++ Any ARB Arabic course(s) ASL+++ Any ASL American Sign Language course(s) CHI+++ Any CHI Chinese course(s) FRE+++ Any FRE French course(s) GER+++ Any GER German course(s) ITA+++ Any ITA Italian course(s) JPN+++ Any JPN Japanese course(s) SPA+++ Any SPA Spanish course(s) Recommended for Transfer Plan 3: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Psychology, Bachelor of Arts OR Transfer Plan 11: University of Arizona, Psychology, Bachelor of Arts Complete a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) with a C or better OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment. ARB+++ Any ARB Arabic course(s) ASL+++ Any ASL American Sign Language course(s) CHI+++ Any CHI Chinese course(s) FRE+++ Any FRE French course(s) GER+++ Any GER German course(s) ITA+++ Any ITA Italian course(s) JPN+++ Any JPN Japanese course(s) SPA+++ Any SPA Spanish course(s)

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 25, 2024

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.

Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS]			Credits: 0
Met by PSY230 in Required Course area.

Cultural Diversity in the US [C]			Credits: 0-3
Any approved general education course in the Cultural Diversity in the US [C] area.

Historical/Global Awareness [H]/[G]			Credits: 0-3
Any approved general education course in the Historical [H] or Global [G] area.

MCCCD Additional Requirements			Credits: 0-6
Some courses in this area have [SB] and [L] designations and may also be applied to the corresponding AGEC requirements. See the AGEC matrix on aztransfer.com for course designations.

Critical Reading (CRE)			Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment (0) 0-3

Subject Options			Credits: