心理学 is defined as the scientific study of behavior and the mind. The Associate in 艺术s in 心理学 for Transfer allows students to utilize research methods; evaluate the credibility of research, 理论, and applications; understand the core fields, paradigms and 理论; apply psychological concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends to questions and issues in personal experience and contemporary society; recognize the complexity of social, 文化, and international diversity; and understand the ethical standards in academic and applied psychology.

A “C” grade in all courses for the major is required.
This degree includes the following completion requirements:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Intersegmental 通识教育 Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University 通识教育-Breadth Requirements.
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

Upon successful completion of this program students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an ability to analyze and communicate psychological concepts using current research. (Institutional SLOs: Communication, Critical Thinking, Ethics, and Informational Competency)
2. 艺术iculate awareness of how the diverse world impacts the psychological development of people. (Institutional SLOs: Critical Thinking, Information Competency, and Personal; Development)
3. Utilize psychological terminology to analyze and evaluate issues regarding psychological concepts. (Institutional SLOs: Communication, Ethical Thinking, Ethics, and Information Competency)