Psychology, A.A.

Understand Minds. Shape Tomorrow.

If you’re curious about how people think, feel, and act—and want a strong foundation for work or study in psychology—this A.A. degree gives you exactly that. The Psychology program at BC3 is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year university, with coursework preparing you for more advanced study in psychology and related fields. 

What You’ll Learn 

  • Trace the history of psychology and identify major schools of thought 
  • Understand contemporary perspectives in psychology (behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, etc.) 
  • Describe developmental changes—physical, social, cognitive—across the lifespan 
  • Use and critique basic research methods and understand their pros and cons 
  • Build foundational skills in statistics, communication, and science needed for further study 

Program Requirements 

This associate degree requires 60-62 credits, usually completed over four semesters of fulltime study. Courses include general psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, research methods, natural science labs, statistics, and electives in humanities and social science. 

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Where This Degree Can Take You

This degree provides a strong launching point for many paths—whether you transfer to complete a bachelor’s in psychology or related disciplines, or begin working in roles that value understanding human behavior and research literacy. 

With further education (bachelor’s or higher), graduates may pursue roles such as: 

  • Psychological Research Assistant 
  • Behavioral Health Technician 
  • Human Services Coordinator 
  • Case Manager 
  • School Counselor (with further certification) 

You may find roles in: 

  • Mental health clinics and counseling centers 
  • Social services and human welfare agencies 
  • Schools and educational support programs 
  • Research labs or academic settings 
  • Nonprofit organizations focused on community wellbeing 

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