SSPSY - Social Sciences Program, Psychology Option, A.A.
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Program Description
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Compare and contrast the concepts of the various contemporary perspectives within the field
- Appraise the scientific study and measurement of psychology and its concepts
- Evaluate the basic physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of development through the lifespan
- Discuss the basic structure and physiology of the nervous and endocrine systems
- Express informed personal views, based upon current research, regarding controversial topics in the field
Requirements
General Education: 47 Credits
As described in the General Education section of the catalog. The following General Education courses are required for this program:
course - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
course - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
course - Public Speaking Credits: 3
Science with Lab Credits: 4
Mathematics Credits: 4
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science or Technological Competency (1) Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 9
course - Introduction to Psychology II: Personality & Social Aspects Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
History Credits: 6
Cultural and Global Awareness Credits: 3
Select one of the following courses:
PSYC217 - Social Psychology
course - Human Sexuality
PSYC228 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
Career Studies: 10 Credits as Follows:
course - Introduction to Psychology I: Physical & Sensory Aspects Credits: 3
PSYC247 - Quantitative Methods in Psychology Credits: 4
course - Human Growth Development I or course - Human Growth and Development II or PSYC226 - Adolescent Psychology or course - Life Span Development Credits: 3
Career Studies: 3 Credits From the Following
course - Industrial/Organizational Psychology Credits: 3
course - Theories of Personality Credits: 3
course - Abnormal Psychology Credits: 3
course - Educational Psychology Credits: 3
PSYC219 - Positive Psychology Credits: 3 *
Total Credits Required for Degree: 60
Notes:
(1) Students are required to complete 0-4 credits in Technological Competency. A student may be waived from the Technological Competency requirements by passing a proficiency exam or by taking comparable coursework within other portions of his or her studies. Such courses will de designated in the catalog by a (t).
*Offered Spring Term only
The following General Education courses are recommended based on their applicability to the major and transferability.
Science with Lab Credits: 4
Mathematics Credits: 4
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3
Recommended - Students choose one from the following:
course - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts Credits: 3
ENVR108 - Principles of Sustainability Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science or Technology Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 9
Recommended - Students choose one from the following:
Recommended - Student choose one from the following:
Recommended - Students choose one from the following:
Social Sciences Credits: 3
History Credits: 6
Suggested Sequence
The following sequence is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.
Semester 1: Fall Term
course - Introduction to Psychology I: Physical & Sensory Aspects Credits: 3
course - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Mathematics Credits: 4
Total Credits: 13
Semester 2: Spring Term
course - Introduction to Psychology II: Personality & Social Aspects Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science or Technological Competency Credits: 3
course - Human Growth Development I or course - Human Growth and Development II or PSYC226 - Adolescent Psychology or course - Life Span Development Credits: 3
course - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
Science with Lab Credits: 4
Total Credits: 16
Semester 3: Fall Term
PSYC247 - Quantitative Methods in Psychology Credits: 4
course - Public Speaking Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3
History Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Total Credits: 16
Semester 4: Spring Term
Career Studies Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
History Credits: 3
PSYC217 - Social Psychology or course - Human Sexuality or PSYC228 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
Total Credits: 15
Bachelor's Degree Through Brookdale
This is a preferred Associate degree for students planning to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. For information see University Partnerships.