Your journey to a better understanding of human behavior begins with our Psychology program. Psychology is the science of behavior from biology through sociology, and our graduates are prepared to transfer to four-year institutions, pursue clinical certifications and understand the world from a thoroughly informed perspective. Psychologists develop solutions to a wide variety of mental and physical problems to benefit individuals and solve the diverse issues facing society.
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Degrees and Certificates Offered
Psychology, AA
Overview
Psychology, as defined by the American Psychological Association, is "a diverse discipline, grounded in science, but with nearly boundless applications in everyday life. Some psychologists do basic research, developing theories and testing them through carefully honed research methods involving observation, experimentation and analysis. Other psychologists apply the discipline's scientific knowledge to help people, organizations and communities function better.
"As psychological research yields new information, whether it's improved interventions to treat depression or how humans interact with machines, these findings become part of the discipline's body of knowledge and are applied in work with patients and clients, in schools, in corporate settings, within the judicial system, even in professional sports.
"Psychology is a doctoral-level profession. Psychologists study both normal and abnormal functioning and treat patients with mental and emotional problems. They also study and encourage behaviors that build wellness and emotional resilience. Today, as the link between mind and body is well-recognized, more and more psychologists are teaming with other health care providers to provide whole-person health care for patients."
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
LCC works with many colleges and universities to provide special multi-institutional, associate-to-bachelor's degree transfer pathways. Upon completing this pathway, you would earn an Associates, including the major courses listed below.
Additional information can be found on the Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer) webpage.
Major courses that transfer to your transfer destination:
- PSYC 200 – Introduction to Psychology
- PSYC 203 – Social Psychology
- PSYC 205 – Human Growth and Development
- PSYC 250 – Abnormal Psychology
Transfer destinations:
- Alma College
- Baker College
- Central Michigan University
- Eastern Michigan University
- Finlandia University
- Grand Valley State University
- Lake Superior State University
- Michigan State University
- Michigan Technological University
- Northern Michigan University
- Oakland University
- Rochester University
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Siena Heights University
- Spring Arbor University
- University of Detroit Mercy
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
- University of Michigan-Dearborn
- University of Michigan-Flint
- Wayne State University
Contact Us
Psychology Program
Arts and Sciences Division
Arts & Science Building, Room 2203
Phone: 517-483-1061
Social Sciences, GA
Overview
This degree is designed for students wishing to work in a field related to Social Sciences. Pathways included in this Career Community are Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. This degree includes a set of courses common to all majors and the majority of transfer institutions. Students beginning college in this degree program are encouraged to work with academic and program advisors throughout their first few semesters of study to determine their specific major area and transfer institution.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
Data source
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.