Psychology
Associate in Arts DTA
Two-year Degree
90 Units
This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate in Arts degree with a concentration in Psychology. Students in this program develop an awareness of human behavior and thinking that will serve them in both personal and professional capacities. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, research, interpersonal awareness, group communication and collaboration, problem solving, information-finding, and time management.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level to a Psychology program at a four-year college or university, as well as opening doors to entry level employment in many sectors including non-profit, social work, healthcare, education, business, and government
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Program Information
The Psychology pathway can lead to various career opportunities.
Examples include:
Career titles and data are supplied by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For current employment and wage estimates, please visit O*NET OnLine.
A Bachelor's degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above.
Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social and Human Services, Early Childhood and Family Studies, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
- A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges. BAS degrees are typically terminal degrees. See an Advisor for more information.
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Psychology graduates from Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine to find Psychology programs in Washington state or around the country.
The Psychology pathway meets requirements for the Associate in Arts degree. A complete list of degree requirements is available on the AA Degree page under Program Requirements.
Units
The sample schedule and quarterly to-do list below will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The sample schedule assumes a fall quarter start. Please work with your advisor to create a customized education plan that meets your goals.
Before you begin:
- Please visit the Enroll Now page for everything you need to do.
- Review the Academic Calendar for key enrollment dates.
- If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Academic Advising Center.
- Research and apply for grants and scholarships.
Quarter 1, 18 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| PSYC& 100 | General Psychology | 5 |
| HDC 100 or HDC 101 | Choose a course | 3 |
| Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts | 5 |
Quarter 2, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL& 102 | Composition II | 5 |
| MATH 116 | Applications of Math: Management, Life and Social Sciences | 5 |
| Psychology Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 3, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 209 | Fundamentals of Psychological Research | 5 |
| NUTR& 101 or Natural World | Choose a course | 5 |
| ANTH& 100 | Survey of Anthropology | 5 |
Quarter 4, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SOC& 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 5 |
| PSYC 222 | Survey of Physiological Psychology | 5 |
| World Languages 1 or Visual, Literary, and Perf Arts | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 5, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology Elective | Choose a course | 5 |
| World Languages 2 or Visual, Literary, and Perf Arts | Choose a course | 5 |
| ENVS& 101 or BIOL 128 or Natural World Lab Science | Choose a course | 5 |
Quarter 6, 15 Units
| Course | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CMST& 220 | Public Speaking | 5 |
| World Languages 3 or Visual, Literary, and Perf Arts | Choose a course | 5 |
| Quantitative/SymbolicReasoning or Individuals/Cultures/Societies | Choose a course | 5 |
Psychology Organizations
- American Psychological Association - The APA's mission is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people's lives.
- Washington State Psychological Association - WSPA's mission is to support psychologists and psychologists–in–training and to promote the practice of psychology in order to maintain the vitality of the profession in the public interest.
Program data from ctcLink:
- Academic Plan: LASDTAA
- Sub Plan: AADTA_PSYC
- Degree: AA-DTA
- Plan Transcript Description: Associate in Arts DTA
- Academic Plan Currently Offered: Yes
- Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP): 24.0101
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