Psychology is a relatively young social science that concentrates on the study of behavior and mental processes. Psychology provides a solid background in principles and techniques that can enhance work in other social science fields, as well as employment in the fields of education, business, law enforcement, and the health professions. Most career paths in psychology require a bachelor’s degree — and often graduate work.
EAC’s program sets you on the right academic path to achieve your goals in becoming a professional in the field of psychology. Our Associate of Arts in Psychology meets the requirements for the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s degree in at Arizona’s public, and many other, universities. You can transfer with junior status after building a strong academic foundation in small classes offered at an extremely affordable tuition cost. You are encouraged to work closely with an academic adviser and consult the official transfer guide to ensure you are on the correct course to maximize course transferability.
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Psychology Associate of Arts (AA)
Preparation for transfer to a bachelor’s program.
4 full-time semesters
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A general survey of the important concepts in psychology with traditional theories
and modern developments. It includes, but is not limited to, such topics as the history
of psychology, the biological foundations of behavior, learning, memory, problem solving,
sensation and perception, states of consciousness, motivation, emotions, personality,
intelligence, gender and sexuality, and abnormal behavior.
This course is an introduction to the experimental and quantitative methods used by
psychologists to generate new psychological knowledge, and to determine the generality,
validity, and reliability of research data. Laboratory will offer demonstrations as
well as direct experience with research methods and techniques, and with methods for
the analysis, description, and reporting of research results. Students will
design and conduct an experiment as approved by the instructor.
Featured Courses at EAC
Introduction to Psychology
Experimental Psychology
