Psychology

Explore the Human Mind with Psychology

Interested in how people think, feel, and behave—and how upbringing and culture shape those experiences? Psychology helps you understand yourself and others in a rapidly changing world.

Associate in Arts in Psychology

Study human development from birth to death, including behavior, health, sexuality, stress, and more. Prepare for careers in:

• Social services
• Home care
• Family advocacy
  Or transfer to a four-year university to pursue advanced roles in psychology, social work, or education.

What You’ll Learn:

• How the brain influences thoughts and emotions
• Human development across the lifespan
• Cultural and societal impacts on behavior
• Mental health and psychological diagnosis
• Effects of drugs and alcohol on behavior
• Research methods in psychology

Degrees and Certificates Offered

Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.

Associate in Arts for Transfer- Psychology

Associate in Arts- Psychology

To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.

Programs you may also be interested in exploring:

• Human Services 
• Philosophy 
• Social Justice - LGBTQ Studies 
• Sociology 

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