Psychology
Associate in Arts for Transfer Social Sciences · Shasta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program description
This program introduces students to psychology as the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes and the practical application of psychology to personal and social issues. The Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer degree is designed to provide students with a common core of lower division courses required to transfer and pursue a baccalaureate (4-year) degree in psychology in the CSU system.
This degree is approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. Upon satisfactory completion of all degree requirements and filing an application for graduation with Admissions and Records, the student’s transcript will reflect completion of this degree.
Program learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this degree, the student should be able to:
- List and describe the major concepts, vocabulary, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings of psychology.
- Describe and apply basic research methods in psychology.
- Practice critical thinking to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes.
- Link psychological concepts and principles to relevant practical applications.
In addition to the 34-unit general education pattern for Cal-GETC, students must complete the core courses listed below for the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer Degree. Students must also obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 and a C or better in each major course, or a “P" if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required core | ||
| STAT-C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| orSOC-3 | Statistics for Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| PSYC-C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC-25 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| LIST A (Choose one course from the following) | 3-4 | |
| BIOL-1 | Principles of Biology | 4 |
| orBIOL-10 | & 10L# Gen Biology and Gen Biology Lab (3/1) | |
| BIOL-5 | Introduction to Human Biology | 3 |
| LIST B (Choose one course from the following) | 3-4 | |
| Any List A course not used above | 3-4 | |
| ECE-1 | Human Development | 3 |
| ENGL-C1002 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| orENGL-C1001 | Critical Thinking and Writing | 3 |
| PSYC-15 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| SOCI-C1000 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| LIST C (Choose one course from the following) | 3-4 | |
| Any List A or List B course not used above | ||
| PSYC-5 | Human Sexuality | 3 |
| PSYC-14 | Psychology of Personal/Social Adjustment | 3 |
| PSYC-17 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC-20 | Cross-Cultural Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC-41 | Cultural/Social Context of Childhood | 3 |
| PSYC-46 | Human Learning & Memory | 3 |
| #May be used to fulfill Cal-GETC requirements. See a counselor. | ||
Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major | 18-20 | |
| General Education (Cal-GETC) | 34 | |
| Additional Electives | 14-24 | |
| Degree Total Will Not Exceed 60 Units | 60 | |
| Number will vary depending on units that double count. | ||