Program Description:
The Social Science (A.A.) – Psychology Concentration provides students with a strong foundation in the scientific study of human behavior, thought, and emotion. Through coursework in human development, personality, social behavior, and abnormal psychology, students will develop critical thinking, research, and analytical skills essential for understanding psychological principles and their real-world applications. Emphasizing scientific inquiry and evidence-based reasoning, this program prepares students to evaluate human behavior through multiple psychological perspectives. Designed for seamless transfer to a bachelor’s degree program, this concentration equips students with the necessary skills for advanced study and future careers in psychology, social services, education, and related fields.
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze and interpret research, theories, and materials related to human behavior and mental processes.
- Identify and evaluate credible sources of information, analyze collected data, and apply research findings to psychological questions.
- Utilize scientific and creative problem-solving approaches to examine psychological issues and real-world challenges.
- Demonstrate knowledge of core psychological concepts, including human development, personality, social behavior, abnormal psychology, and scientific methodology.
- Communicate effectively through research-based writing, demonstrating the ability to develop an argument, synthesize evidence, and organize supporting details.
It is highly recommended that the following criteria be met to begin this program, and it is REQUIRED by the completion of 24 credits:
12th-grade reading level is required. Placement test scores must indicate readiness to begin EN 101-Composition.
Competency in Pre-Algebra or Pre-Statistics is required.
45 Semester Hours
16 Semester Hours
* These courses meet the SUNY transfer path for a psychology concentration. (MA 113, PY 101, PY 205, PY 203, PY 215, PY 299)
Transfer Opportunities
Transfer opportunities include but are not limited to: University at Albany-SUNY, SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Oneonta, SUNY Plattsburgh, Marist College, Sage College, and Siena College.