Psychology Transfer Pathway Winona and Red Wing Campus OVERVIEW Psychology is the scientific study of how people behave, think, and feel. Begin your education in psychology at MSC Southeast. Why do people behave in a certain way? What forces drive human relationships? How does the brain process information? If you are curious about questions like these, the study of psychology may be the educational pathway for you. At Minnesota State College Southeast in Red Wing and Winona, the Psychology Transfer Pathway A.A. degree offers students a powerful option: the opportunity to complete an associate degree designed for direct transfer to designated Psychology bachelor degree programs at Minnesota State universities. After graduating with the Psychology Transfer Pathway A.A. degree, you can transfer in as a junior and complete your bachelor’s degree by earning 60 additional credits at one of the seven Minnesota State universities (admission requirements, including GPA, apply). The Psychology Transfer Pathway A.A. degree is the foundation of a well-rounded education with a range of coursework in the liberal arts and sciences, providing the basis for lifelong learning. The insights you gain from this degree will impact your success in any future career, whether in the field of psychology or in business, education, health care, or any other profession. MAJORS WITHIN Psychology Transfer Pathway AA Degree See back for program plan PROGRAM OUTCOMES Program graduates will be able to: 1. Describe key concepts and overarching themes in the field of psychology 2. Apply psychological concepts to real and hypothetical scenarios 3. Utilize scientific inquiry to evaluate and interpret basic psychological research 4. Describe the roles of ethics and personal values in the field of psychology 5. Analyze how psychological principles apply to diverse populations 6. Communicate knowledge of psychological principles through various methods, such as verbally, in writing, or through formal presentations 60 Credits PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The MSC Southeast Psychology Department offers a wide range of courses that focus on psychology as a scientific discipline. Courses include: introduction to psychology, abnormal psychology, lifespan development, social psychology, positive psychology, statistics, psychology of human sexuality, and more. Our courses focus on studying human behavior and development in the context of a diverse and rapidly changing world. We use a mix of lecture, discussion, and hands-on activities to encourage students to apply the science of psychology to real-life situations. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Many occupations within the field of psychology require a graduate degree either at the master or doctoral level. These include: • • Clinical/counseling psychologist Marriage and family therapist • Counselor • Psychometrist • School psychologist • Organizational consultant • Academic researcher • College professor Completing the A.A. and bachelors’s degree is the first step in this educational process. PROGRAM COSTS - estimated cost including tuition, books and supplies Psychology Transfer Pathway $13,674 80 2020-2022 College Catalog
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