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Psychology is a fascinating field, and if the study of human behavior appeals to you, 91茄子鈥檚 Psychology program can get you on your way to a career in this field. Graduates use their Associate of Arts degree as a springboard to a bachelor鈥檚 or graduate degree at a four-year institution. 91茄子 teaches many of the psychology courses that are found in four-year schools, which is uncommon for a community college. This will give you a leg up on other students when you pursue an advanced degree. You鈥檒l be armed with concepts and vocabulary that others might not possess.
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This program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution upon completion.听
What will you do
The Psychology program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution. Career opportunities in the psychology field are primarily dependent upon completion of a bachelor鈥檚 degree. 听A few specific job opportunities upon completion of earning a bachelor鈥檚 degree include assisting psychologists and other professionals in community health centers, vocational rehabilitation offices, and correction programs. Career opportunities in the psychology field are primarily dependent upon completion of a bachelor鈥檚 degree or higher. A doctoral degree is required to be a licensed clinical or counseling psychologist.
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- 听This program is designed for students intending to transfer to a four-year institution upon completion.听
First Semester | ||||
| ENG 105听-听Composition I | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 112听-听Public Speaking | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PHI 101听-听Introduction to Philosophy | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 111听-听Introduction to Psychology 1 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SOC 110听-听Introduction to Sociology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| ENG 106听-听Composition II | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| HUM 287听-听Leadership Development Studies | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 157听-听Statistics 1 | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 121听-听Developmental Psychology 1 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 113听-听Personality and Adjustment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 16.0 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| PHI 105听-听Introduction to Ethics 1 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 293听-听Issues in Psychology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| HIS 152听-听U.S. History Since 1877 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 281听-听Educational Psychology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| BIO 157听-听Human Biology 1 | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 16.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| ANT 100听-听Introduction to Anthropology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 122听-听Interpersonal Communication | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 241听-听Abnormal Psychology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SOC 200听-听Minority Group Relations | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| PSY 251听-听Social Psychology 1 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 15.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required 62.0 | ||||
Notes:One elective must also satisfy the diversity requirement. | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Apply psychological principles to personal, social and organizational issues.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
Program Disclaimers
- Because career opportunities associated with this degree are so varied, salaries vary considerably as well. To explore careers and gather specific salary information, we encourage you to visit the following website: IHaveaPlanIowa