AA-T Psychology
This degree is intended for students who plan to transfer to theCalifornia State University (CSU) with a major in psychology.Students who complete the degree will be guaranteed admission to a CSU campus and will be prepared to pursue a bachelors’ degree in a similar major.The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T) offers abreadth of courses in the discipline and allows the students to satisfy the lower division major preparation requirements. The degree introduces students to the theories and practices in psychology. Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to identify and describe the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. Students will apply the scientific method and critical thinking skills to formulate and evaluate valid hypotheses in the field as well as describe how psychological principles are applied in business, industry, childrearing and social interactions. Furthermore, students will be able to articulate howbasic psychosocial factors influence behavior, attitudes, and personal presuppositions.