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      "markdown": "### Summary\n\nThe Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related major in the California State University (CSU) system. It is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses. Students who complete this degree and transfer to a participating CSU campus will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. It may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus that does not accept the degree. Students who plan to complete this degree should consult a counselor for additional information about participating CSU campuses as well as university admission, degree, and transfer requirements.\n\nNOTE: Students intending to transfer into this major at a CSU should consult with a counselor and visit www.assist.org for guidance on appropriate transfer coursework.\n\n**Award Notes:**\nThe following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:\n\n-   Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University\n-   Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an “AA-T” or “AS-T” major.\n-   Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some CSU campuses and majors may require a higher GPA. Please see a counselor for more information.\n-   Minimum grade of “C” or “P” or better for each course in the major. Students should review the Pass/No Pass acceptance policy of the transfer institution prior to requesting this grade option.\n-   Certified completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern.\n\n**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Psychology Program will be able to:**\n\n1.  Demonstrate skills in problem solving, communication, critical thinking, and interpret and discuss classical and contemporary theories of individual and social psychology.\n2.  Apply appropriate theories and analysis within the field through written and oral methodologies.\n3.  Express through writing, comprehension of the field of psychology including major principles and ideas.\n4.  Use psychological theories and practices in the field, integrate logical thinking, including informed fact and assessment.\n5.  Demonstrate an understanding of the major principles, methods, and theories of psychology and will be assessed through a combination of performance evaluations, written assignments, and written exams, and quizzes."
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