Psychology/Social Work Transfer Program (81)
This program is designed to prepare the student to enter a baccalaureate program in Psychology/Social Work, with a concentration in Addictions, Psychology, Social Work, on the junior level.
Addictions Concentration
Required program of study
| Class link |
Class title |
Class credits |
| HMS225 |
Drugs & Alcohol in American Society |
3 |
| HMS230 |
The Addictive Processes |
3 |
| PSY120 |
Interpersonal Relations & Comm. |
3 |
| PSY130 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| or |
SOC 130 Sociology |
3 |
| SOC210 |
Social Problems |
3 |
| |
|
15 |
Suggested Electives
| Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
| ANT135 |
CHE155 |
POS130 |
PSY216 |
SOC130 |
| ANT140 |
CHE220 |
POS135 |
PSY220 |
SOC220 |
| BIO120 |
HMS110 |
PSY130 |
PSY225 |
SPA101 |
| BIO150 |
HMS125 |
PSY210 |
PSY230 |
SPA102 |
| BIO270 |
HMS240 |
PSY212 |
PSY235 |
SST110 |
| CHE120 |
LAW150 |
PSY214 |
PSY240 |
|
| CHE150 |
MAT210 |
|
SOC125 |
|
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Relate addiction theory as applied to the human service worker.
- Apply the psychological theories that are pertinent to the causes of addictive behavior and its treatment.
- Apply the sociological theories that explain the causes of addictive behavior and its treatment.
- Analyze the sociobiological basis of addictive conduct and its implications for assessment and treatment of substance abuse.
- Identify the pertinent laws that regulate controlled substances and address prevention, prosecution, and treatment.
- Analyze the pharmacological and physiological factors that are involved in chemical dependence.
- Identify symptoms, signs, and personal history background of the addicted individual.
- Show counseling skills in individual and group approaches to help chemically dependent helpers.
- Create a case management system including roles, duties, and functions in order to serve the organizational purposes of a human service organization.
- Transfer to an accredited college/university
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Psychology Concentration
Required program of study
| Class link |
Class title |
Class credits |
| PSY120 |
Interpersonal Relations & Comm. |
3 |
| PSY130 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| PSY210 |
Child Psychology |
3 |
| or |
|
|
| SOC130 |
Sociology |
3 |
| or |
|
|
| PSY214 |
Psychology of Adult & Aging |
3 |
| PSY220 |
Mental Health |
3 |
| PSY230 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
| |
|
15 |
Suggested Electives
| Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
| ANT135 |
HMS125 |
POS135 |
PSY225 |
SOC210 |
| ANT140 |
HMS240 |
PSY210 |
PSY235 |
SOC220 |
| BIO120 |
LAW150 |
PSY212 |
PSY240 |
SOC230 |
| BIO270 |
MAT210 |
PSY214 |
SOC125 |
SPA101 |
| HMS110 |
POS130 |
PSY216 |
SOC130 |
SPA102 |
| |
|
|
|
SST110 |
|
|
|
|
|
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Describe the discipline of psychology and differentiate between the various sub-fields within psychology.
- Discuss various theories of psychology as they relate to behavior and mental disorders.
- Identify the various theories of development across the life cycle.
- Apply language skills learned to interpersonal relationships and intra-personal awareness.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between psychology and physical health.
- Analyze physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development of young children.
- Identify the various theories that explain personality development.
- Summarize the basic features of research methods in psychology.
- Transfer to an accredited college/university.
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Social Work Concentration
Required program of study
| Class link |
Class title |
Class credits |
| ANT140 |
Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
| PSY130 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| SOC130 |
Sociology |
3 |
| HMS110 |
Introduction to Human Services |
3 |
| HMS240 |
Poverty and Social Welfare Policy |
3 |
| |
|
15 |
Suggested Electives
| Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
Course title |
| ANT135 |
COM151 |
POS135 |
PSY225 |
SOC230 |
| ANT200 |
HMS125 |
PSY120 |
PSY235 |
SPA101 |
| ANT255 |
HUM271 |
PSY210 |
PSY240 |
SPA102 |
| BIO120 |
LAW150 |
PSY212 |
SOC125 |
SST110 |
| BIO270 |
MAT210 |
PSY214 |
SOC210 |
|
| CHE120 |
POS130 |
PSY216 |
SOC220 |
|
Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:
- Summarize the history and nature of social work in the U. S.
- Analyze and articulate cultural values and contributions of diverse groups.
- Identify models of human development and group dynamics.
- Develop effective use of interpersonal skills and relationships.
- Transfer to an accredited college/university offering the Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) degree.
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| Minimum Credit Hours Required for the Program |
60 |
Courses selected as electives will depend upon the institution to which you will transfer. It is essential that students consult with a Faculty Advisor for assistance in selecting elective courses. However, it is the responsibility of students to meet with an admissions representative from the four-year institution to determine its transfer policies.
Please note: These programs can be pursued on a part-time basis.
Appropriate placement test scores, or the completion of certain developmental courses, are required for all programs of study. Additional prerequisites may be necessary for some courses and can be found in the course descriptions section of the catalog.
It is recommended that students confer with their advisor when selecting electives.