Psychology, AA

Program Description

The Psychology Associate of Arts program is designed to provide a strong foundation for students ultimately seeking a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology, a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Psychology, or other degree programs. The program offers students the chance to participate in a scientific review of psychology, complimenting most other major fields of study. The A.A. degree is an excellent first step to prepare for many careers, including administration, advertising, community relations, human resources, human services, marketing research, public relations, retail sales, and education. 

The A.A. degree in Psychology provides a wide range of content areas, including Abnormal Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Human Development, Human Sexuality, and Social Psychology. Classes cover not only the theories within these areas, but also how these theories were developed and tested. The application of theory to real-world situations is emphasized throughout all psychology courses. 

Admission Requirements

Students must meet Wright State's admission policies and maintain a 2.0 G.P.A.

Program Learning Objectives

Students enrolled in the ​Associate of Arts in Psychology program will learn to: 

1. Understand human behavior, including an understanding of thoughts, motivations, and feelings of individuals and groups and knowledge in how to assess human behavior and respond appropriately in work situations.  

2. Develop strong ethical principles and be familiar with ethical principles relating to work practices and the protection of information, including how to safeguard privacy and confidentiality.  

3. Communicate information effectively both verbally and in written form in a concise and clear way. 

4. Collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds, take initiative on group projects, in following directions or an established protocol, and be responsive to positive or negative feedback.  

5. Define and achieve goals in unclear situations, develop and complete projects from idea conception through final presentation of results or work products, and manage multiple, simultaneous demands relating to school, work, and family.  

Program Learning Outcomes

As a result of their learning experience, graduates of the Associate of Arts in Psychology program can: 

1. Demonstrate an understanding human behavior. 

2. Discuss the ethical principles relating to work practices and to the protection of information.  

3. Demonstrate effective communication, both verbally and in written form in a concise and clear way. 

4. Apply skills needed to effectively collaborate with people from diverse background. 

5. Demonstrate self-management skills. 

 

Additional Information

Associate of Arts in Psychology