Associate of Arts - Psychology - Transfer to a California State University

The College of Alameda's Associate in Arts (AA) in Psychology for transfer program is designed for students planning to transfer into a Psychology major.

A study of Psychology is built upon the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Students pursuing the AA for transfer into a Psychology major will study the nature of consciousness and the development of the person, basic processes of human perception, learning, cognition and motivation; the relationship of behavior to physiology; and the nature of psychological disorders and how psychologists use their knowledge to help improve the quality of people’s lives.

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: • Apply multiple schools of psychology (e.g. psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, biological, and transpersonal) to life situations. • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills rooted in the person centered approach and mindfulness-based skills. • Increase awareness of self, others, and the environment in order to have greater agency and authentic expression.

Psychology careers include: jobs in therapy and counseling, schools, hospitals, prisons, courtrooms, community health and rehabilitation centers, sports and corporate offices. The study of psychology is good preparation for many professions, as well as, for one’s life.