Psychology

The Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Psychology (PSYX) is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of the discipline of psychology. Courses in psychology emphasize self-understanding and self-evaluation, as well as knowledge of scientific theory and recent data in the field. Students intending to pursue a bachelor’s degree should consult the requirements of that institution when planning their program of study.

Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements

Core I	Communications	9
Core II	Mathematics and Science	7
Core III	Arts and Humanities	6
Core IV	Social Sciences	7
Core V	Native American Studies	3
Core VI	Computer Technology	3
Core VII	Health	3
Total Credit Hours:		38

Core I (Communications): COMX 111, WRIT 101, WRIT 201

Core II (Mathematics and Science):

1. PSYX 250

2. Science with a Lab required.

Core IV (Social Sciences): PSYX 100 & SOCI 101

Core VII (Health): PSYX 182

Program of Study Courses

NASX 280	Native American (Indigenous) Theories and Methods	3
PSYX 105	Careers in Psychology	2
PSYX 230	Developmental Psychology	3
PSYX 233	Adult Development and Aging	3
PSYX 240	Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology	3
	Electives	9
Total Credit Hours:		23

Electives: CAS, HS, PSYX, SOCI, SW

Total Credit Hours: 61

Psychology

First Semester (Fall)

Second Semester (Sp.)

PSYX 240	Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology	3
SOCI 101	Introduction To Sociology	3

PSYX 150: Gen Ed

Third Semester (Fall)

PSYX 230	Developmental Psychology	3
NASX 280	Native American (Indigenous) Theories and Methods	3
	Elective	3

Fourth Semester (Sp.)

PSYX 233	Adult Development and Aging	3
	Elective	3
	Elective	3

Total Credit Hours: 30

Program Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and basic research methodology of psychology.
Develop realistic ideas about how to implement their psychological knowledge in a variety of occupational settings in their community.
Investigate and discuss cross-cultural issues specific to the discipline of psychology.
Gain practical experience in the application of psychological principles to everyday life situations.

**For specific Learning Outcomes, see Associate of Art and Associate of Science Degree General Education