Psychology, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Banner Code: 1_AAT_PSYC
Control Number: 30596
Financial Aid Eligible
Students graduating with an Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Psychology AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information.
The field of psychology addresses the scientific study of behavior and mental processes of humans and animals. Learning more about human behavior through scientific research methods is the focus of many psychologists, while other psychologists apply principles of psychology in areas such as psychotherapy, applied behavioral analysis, and industrial/organizational psychology.
This psychology program offers a comprehensive view of psychology by offering a variety of courses that will support transfer in psychology, while providing a foundational understanding of the discipline of psychology, the methods psychologists use to learn about behavior, and applications of psychological information to the world around us.
Program Outcomes
- Identify and describe major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
- Students will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
- Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
- A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PSYC A100/A100H | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC A160 | Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences | 4 |
| or STAT A160 | Introduction to Statistics | |
| PSYC A280 | Introduction to Experimental Methods | 4 |
| List A - Complete the following course: | 3 | |
| Psychobiology | ||
| List B - Select one (3 uniits) | 3 | |
| Life Span Developmental Psychology | ||
| Social Psychology | ||
| List C - Select one (3 units) Any List A or B course not already used | 3 | |
| Principles of Psychology | ||
| Cross-Cultural Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Personality | ||
| Abnormal Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Learning | ||
| Total Major Units | 20 | |
| Cal-GETC Requirements | 34 | |
| Double Counting GE 1 | -9.0 | |
| Transfer elective units needed to satisfy 60-unit degree requirement | 15 | |
| Total Degree Units | 60 | |
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Cal-GETC double count Area 2A, Area 4, and Area 5B. (9 units)
Program Sequence - Cal-GETC
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| PSYC A100 or PSYC A100H |
Introduction to Psychology or Introduction to Psychology Honors |
3 |
| PSYC A160 or STAT A160 |
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences or Introduction to Statistics |
4 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 3A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 6- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| POLS A180 or POLS A180H |
American Government and Politics 1 or American Government and Politics Honors |
3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 5A with lab - CHOOSE ONE | 4 | |
| Units | 13-14 | |
| Summer | ||
| ELECTIVE (UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE) 3 | 6 | |
| Units | 6 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| PSYC A280 | Introduction to Experimental Methods | 4 |
| ADT LIST B COURSE - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT LIST C COURSE - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 13 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PSYC A250 | Psychobiology | 3 |
| ELECTIVE (UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE) 3 | 9 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60-61 | |
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American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 4
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American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 3B or 4
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- VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS. Not all courses are UC transferable. Please check with your counselor to ensure you have enough transferable units for your transfer goal.