Psychology

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The Associate of Science in Psychology is for students interested in completing a bachelor’s degree at Oregon State University in Psychology. Students interested in this major are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Degree Partnership Program (DPP) as there may be lower division courses required by their chosen discipline that are only offered at Oregon State University. Students interested in the general transfer degree, the AA(OT) should follow the guidelines for this degree in the front section of this catalog. If you know the college/university you will be attending, you should work with an advisor from that school to be sure you are taking appropriate courses at LBCC.

Psychology is the scientific discipline devoted to understanding the human mind -- how it functions, what determines emotions and behavior, and how individuals learn, get motivated or de-motivated, and function in groups. Many psychologists work with individuals in therapeutic settings, but there are other branches of psychology that apply the tools and knowledge of the field to business and industrial settings. These psychologists help businesses best select and train employees, help employees overcome mental health problems, and plan workspaces and work processes. Depending on whether or not a student pursues post-graduate education, career opportunities for students majoring in Psychology currently include jobs in areas such as social services, school and private counseling, clinical work, basic and applied research, private corporations, etc.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete an Associate of Science degree in Psychology will:

• Articulate the interplay between social or natural forces and individuals.
• Apply analytical skills to social or natural phenomena to explain, evaluate, or predict human behavior.
• Understand and respect cultural differences by: articulating an understanding of the historical basis of cultural ideas, behavior, or issues of inequality, or by articulating how their cultural background influences their reactions to or interactions with others.
• Articulate an awareness of issues related to historical or contemporary inequities in U.S. society and propose methods that would facilitate a more equitable society.