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Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences
Varies; self-study.
August 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: discuss and interpret the definition of abnormal behavior; provide a historical overview of abnormal psychology; interpret and explain research methodologies used for describing and explaining abnormal psychology; define and discuss classification, diagnosis, and assessment of various disorders; and identify and discuss assessment techniques.
Major topics include disorders and abnormalities of the human body and mind. The course also explores different methods of treatment for disorders, as well as the various causes for these disorders.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Abnormal Psychology or Psychology (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define the development of children cognitively, socially and emotionally; discuss how to control a classroom for the purpose of optimal student learning; explore different ways to incorporate many cultures into the classroom; explore recent trends in the teaching profession; define the psychology behind learning; gain insight into how to teach students with special needs; and identify the benefits and pitfalls of different types of assessments and employ methodology for planning instruction and curriculum.
This self-study course includes 15 weekly lessons. Topics include the methodology behind classroom control, teaching to children with special needs and assessments as well as different strategies, ideas, and incentives to help teachers gain better understanding of the classroom.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Educational Psychology, Education, or Psychology (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: define the origins of psychology; identify which ancient countries and cultures contributed to psychology; discuss the different contributors to psychology; discuss the systems that govern the field of psychology; and identify each of the five different branches of psychology, including the similarities and differences among them.
This course covers the history and systems of modern psychology, including the different schools of thought and understandings that align with modern day psychology. Instruction couples these various schools of thought together with their roots and foundations.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies; self- study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe developmental theoretical perspectives and research methods; understand genetic and environmental influences on development; analyze research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional, and social childhood development; interpret research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional and social development in adolescence and early adulthood; and investigate research and theory regarding cognitive, emotional, and social development in middle and late adulthood.
Topics include various aspects of human development, including social, emotional, biological, and cognitive human growth; and stages of human development from adolescence up to late adulthood. The final grade is based on a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies; self-study.
July 2022 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe theoretical perspectives of childhood and adolescent development; explain the biological and environmental influences of development; explore the different theories of cognitive and communicative development; apply developmental themes to the development of aggression, altruism, and morality; describe the process of developing the concept of self throughout childhood and adolescence; outline factors that contribute to the different attachment style classifications; and summarize the influence of family, peers, school, and technology on developmental outcomes.
Major topics include theoretical perspectives of childhood and adolescent development, theories of cognitive and communicative development, the process of developing the concept of self throughout childhood and adolescence and the influence of family, peers, school, and technology on developmental outcomes.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Child Development or Psychology (7/22).
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify key concepts, models, and principles regarding psychological research methods, human biology, consciousness, development and human diversity, sensation and perception; apply the concepts of basic learning, memory, cognition, language, and intelligence concepts, structures, and processes; and explain key theories and research findings regarding emotions, stress, personality, and psychological disorders.
The course examines the human mind and the causes of behavior. Students learn the major areas of psychology as well as the history of psychology as a whole and explore current theories of motivation, cognition, and behavior.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Psychology or Counseling (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: apply major sociological concepts to understand and explain the world in which they live; identify patterns of social behavior and how social arrangements shape peoples’ behavior and choices; identify connections between various social issues (i.e. body image and gender inequality); cultivate critical thinking skills by asking questions, evaluating arguments, and exploring alternative points of view; and develop a more complex understanding of a position in the social world in relation to other individuals and groups.
This course discusses human social behavior along with theories and concepts that cultivate a sociological perspective of the human race. The course is taught in 15 weekly lessons and includes a textbook, study guide, and a final examination.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Sociology (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
October 2024 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain key memory processes such as encoding, storage, and retrieval, and differentiate between sensory memory, working memory, and long-term memory; identify and describe the roles of brain structures like the hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and amygdala in memory formation, consolidation, and retrieval; evaluate how memory develops across the lifespan and assess factors influencing memory growth and decline, including neural plasticity and cognitive strategies; analyze the effects of clinical disorders such as Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia, and ADHD on memory processes, and critically evaluate approaches to memory rehabilitation; apply memory principles to real-world situations, such as improving the accuracy of eyewitness testimony and enhancing educational practices for memory retention; distinguish between various types of amnesia, including anterograde and retrograde amnesia, and explain how these deficits affect memory and behavior; analyze the mechanisms of false memory formation and evaluate the implications of false memories in contexts such as therapy, legal testimony, and media; apply scientifically validated techniques, such as spaced learning and mnemonics, to improve their own memory performance and learning outcomes.
Major topics include the biological underpinnings of memory, the various types of memory, memory processing, and the diseases which impact memory. The foundation of the course is self-study and textbook-based. Grading is based on a final exam and assignments.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology (10/24).
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
October 2024 - Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: articulate major theories of personality, including psychodynamic, trait, humanistic, cognitive, behavioral, and biological perspectives; critically evaluate each theory’s contribution to our understanding of personality and compare their strengths and weaknesses; analyze the role of biological factors such as genetics, brain structures, and neurochemistry in shaping personality; examine how cultural and social contexts influence the development of personality across the lifespan; explore the processes of personality development and change over time, considering factors such as temperament, learning, and personal experiences; assess research methods used in personality psychology, understanding how data is gathered and interpreted in personality research; apply personality theory to real-world situations, such as personality assessments, therapy, and personality development programs; reflect on the integration of theories, considering the potential for a unified approach that incorporates elements from multiple perspectives.
Major topics include theories of personality, biological factors in shaping personality, and personality assessments. The course is textbook-based and self-study. Grading is based on a final exam and assignments.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Psychology (10/24).
Varies; self-study.
September 2018 – Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: describe key principles of physiological psychology, psychopharmacology, physiological research methods, and the critical role of the nervous system; analyze the physiology behind sensation, perception, sleeping, eating, and feeling; evaluate the physiology of learning, memory, and communication processes; and explain physiological factors involved in neurological, anxiety-related, schizophrenia-related, and addictive disorders.
The course explores physiological psychology, related to the biological influences on human and animal behavior. Topics include structures and functions of the nervous system, psychopharmacology and research methods, the senses, movement, emotion, eating/digestion, learning, memory, and the neurology of psychological disorders.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Physiological Psychology or Psychology (8/18) (9/23 revalidation).
