LCC students may have to choose online courses to complete this degree.
If you are fascinated by the human brain and how it processes thoughts and feelings, a degree program in psychology will align with your interests. It will also provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career path that focuses on understanding how the mind functions and the effect that mental health can have on our individual behavior and group interactions. You will learn how personality, environment, and experiences shape the way we think, feel, and act in our lives and relationships.
An Associate of Arts Program in Psychology could be a first step toward a variety of professional roles in this field, including substance abuse counselor, human resources director, or social worker. In this program, you will primarily explore the social aspects of human behavior. This degree is transferable to universities offering a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology.
Statewide Transfer Articulation Agreement-Psychology
Program Outcomes: Students majoring in Psychology will gain the following knowledge and skills upon completion of their degree:
- Psychological theory
- Mental and emotional health
- Critical evaluation
- Interpersonal communication
- Listening and questioning skills
- Research methods
- Problem solving