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Psychology AA-T Degree

This program is designed to facilitate successful transfer to baccalaureate psychology degree programs.  This degree provides students with the lower division breadth and depth of the field of psychology.  Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices in the field. 

Total Units:
60

First Year

Semester 1

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
PSYC C1000
General Principles
3
Advisory: ENGRD 310, ENGRD 312, ENGL C1000, or equivalent
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
PSYC 330
Introductory Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
3
F, S
Cal-GETC Area 2
CalGETC Area 1C-Oral Communication
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1C
CalGETC Area 3A-Arts
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 3A
Any transferable elective 1
3

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
PSYC 312
Biological Psychology
4
PSYC C1000
F, S
Cal-GETC Area 5B & 5C
PSYC 320
Social Psychology or
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
PSYC 371
Life Span Developmental Psychology
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
CalGETC Area 1A-English Composition
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1A
CalGETC Area 6-Ethnic Studies
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 6
Any Transferable Elective 1
2
F, S, Su

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
PSYC 371 1
Life Span Developmental Psychology or
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
PSYC 340
Abnormal Behavior or
3
F, S
Cal-GETC Area 4
PSYC 356
Human Sexuality
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
PSYC 335
Research Methods in Psychology
3
PSYC C1000, PSYC 330
F, S
Cal-GETC Area 4
CalGETC Area 1B-Critical Thinking
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1B
CalGETC Area 3B-Humanities
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 3B
Any transferable elective 2
3

1 Suggestion-PSYC 371 Lifespan Developmental Psychology.

2 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 4

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
Any Transferrable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferrable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferrable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
CalGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences 2
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
CalGETC Area 5A-Physical Science
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5A

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

2Select a non-PSYC course to meet Area 4 requirements.

Career Options/Outlook:

Clinical psychologists diagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests and formulate and administer programs of treatment.  Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Child Psychologist, Clinical Director, Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Therapist, Forensic Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist Manager, Pediatric Psychologist, Psychologist

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

1,510

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

9% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$126,470/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC or Cal-GETC Area without pre- or co-requisites can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this program map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

For this degree:

Students need a minimum of 6 units (two classes) from PSYC 320, PSYC 340, PSYC 356 and PSYC 371, including either PSYC 320 or PSYC 371 as one of these classes.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2025-2026

Published April 29, 2025

Counselor Contact: Crystal Martinez-Alire & Jose Gonzalez  | Faculty Contact: Naomi Bahm

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