Psychology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
Psychology, Associate in Arts for Transfer
The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or in a specific major.
Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the major is a designated “high-unit” major at a particular campus). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. For a current list of what majors (and what options or areas of emphasis within that major) have been designated as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to California State University Associate Degree for Transfer website. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer, students must meet the following requirements:
- Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC for CSU) or the California State University General Educational-Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) requirements.
- A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Obtain a grade of “C” or better, or “P,” in all courses required in the major or area of emphasis. Even though a “P” grade is allowed (Title 5, Section 55062), it is recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (“A,” “B,” or “C”) due to unit limitations on “P/NP” courses.
- Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 units must be completed in residence within the college district.
| Course ID | Title | Units/Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| PSY V01 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY V07 | Introduction to Research Methods in Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| PSY V04 | Introductory Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences | 4 |
| or MATH V44 | Elementary Statistics | |
| Total Required Core Units | 10 | |
| Additional Unit Requirements | ||
| - List A. Select the BIOL courses or the PSY course (3-4 units) | ||
| BIOL V01 & V01L | Principles of Biology and Principles of Biology Laboratory | 4 |
| PSY V03 | Introduction to Biological Psychology | 3 |
| - List B. Select one course (3-4 units) | ||
| The List A selection that is not already used | 3-4 | |
| PSY V05 | Introduction to Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| PSY V29 | Introduction to Personality Psychology | 3 |
| PSY V31 | Introduction to Social Psychology | 3 |
| SOC V31 | Introduction to Social Psychology | 3 |
| - List C. Select one course (3-4 units) | ||
| The List A selection that is not already used | 3-4 | |
| Any List B selection that is not already used | 3 | |
| PSY V02 | Personal Growth and Social Awareness | 3 |
| PSY V15 | Introduction to Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY V25 | Psychology of Human Sexuality | 3 |
| PSY V30 | Multicultural Psychology | 3 |
| PSY V32 | Psychology of Women | 3 |
| Total Additional Units Required | 9-10 | |
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| Total Units Required for the Major | 19-20 | |
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| CSU GE-Breadth Pattern | ||
| Required Major Units | 19-20 | |
| CSU GE-Breadth Units | 39 | |
| Double-Counted Units | (12-16) | |
| Elective (CSU Transferable) Units to reach 60 | 13-18 | |
| Total Units for the Associate Degree for Transfer | 60 | |
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| IGETC Pattern | ||
| Required Major Units | 19-20 | |
| IGETC Pattern Units | 37 | |
| Double-Counted Units | (9 - 12) | |
| Elective (CSU Transferable) Units to reach 60 | 12-16 | |
| Total Units for the Associate Degree for Transfer | 60 | |
See a counselor or consult assist.org, especially if you plan to transfer to a UC campus or a college or university other than CSU.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehension of major concepts and theoretical perspectives of psychology.
- Contrast scientific and non-scientific research methods.
- Demonstrate application of statistical analyses appropriate for a variety of research problems.
- Discuss application of social interaction and other individual life skills.