Applied Developmental Psychology
Certificate of Achievement Psychology · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
State Control Number: 38779
Program Code: PSYC.ADP.CA
Program Length: 10 months
Approved for Federal Financial Aid: Yes
The Applied Developmental Psychology (ADP) Certificate of Achievement aims to prepare students to function in a variety of settings that serve individuals with developmental disorders. A student earning the Applied Developmental Psychology Certificate of Achievement will be prepared for entry-level positions as a behavior therapist, classroom paraeducator, or job coach for persons with disabilities where an associate or bachelor’s degree is not required, and where continued supervision is provided by a licensed or credentialed professional. Possible job titles include, but are not limited to, the following: Behavioral Therapist, Behavior Technician, Behavior Instructor, Behavior Interventionist, Child Care Worker, Shadow Aide, Behavioral Aide, Special Education Assistant, Instructional Assistant, Paraprofessional, and Paraeducator.
Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PSYC 101 | 3.0 | |
| PSYC 110 | Developmental Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 213 | Abnormal Psychology | 3.0 |
| Interpersonal Communication | ||
| CMST 106 | Interpersonal Communication | 3.0 |
| Second Language | ||
| Complete one of the following courses: | 4.0-6.0 | |
| ASL 122 | American Sign Language I | |
| ASL 123 | American Sign Language II | |
| ASL 124 | American Sign Language III | |
| ASL 125 | American Sign Language IV | |
| SPAN 101A & SPAN 101B | Fundamentals of Spanish 101A and Fundamentals of Spanish 101B | |
| orSPAN 101 | Elementary Spanish | |
| Total Units | 16-18 | |
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