For more information, visit the Dallas College Psychology webpage and your academic advisor at your campus.
The guided pathway in Psychology combines psychology and sociology courses with core courses to complete the associate degree. An Associate of Arts degree in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor's degree that opens the door to careers such as a psychometrist/clinician, psychiatric technician, caseworker, mental health technician, and many others. Due to the brain-based direction of psychology it is suggested that you complete a B.S. degree. However, a B.A. will also prepare you for graduate school and/or employment.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in Psychology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.A. degree with a field of study in Psychology, which will increase your chances of transfer to bachelor's level programs. Courses that complete the degree are noted below. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See the catalog for official degree requirements.
Visit www.dcccd.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your academic advisor to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Arts Field of Study
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See the catalog for official degree requirements.
DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.
MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- At the end of the semester, begin researching colleges and universities where you would want to major in Psychology.
- Meet with a career advisor/coach to research your career options with a degree in Psychology.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.
HIST 1302 – United States History II* This is a Core course.
PSYC 2314 – Lifespan Growth & Development
PHED 1164 – Introduction to Physical Fitness and Wellness* This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ARTS 1301 – Art Appreciation* This is a Core course.
- DANC 2303 – Dance Appreciation* This is a Core course.
- DRAM 1310 – Theater Appreciation* This is a Core course.
- HUMA 1315 – Fine Arts Appreciation* This is a Core course. OR
- MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation * This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication* This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking* This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication* This is a Core course.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with an advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
- Ask about transfer advising to discuss options to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 3
GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course.
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I This is a Core course.
LANGUAGE, PHILOSOPHY, and CULTURE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
PSYC 2317 – Statistical Methods in Psychology
PSYC 2319 – Social Psychology
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list. Elective courses should be selected according to the intended university to which you will transfer.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying to your top choice universities.
- Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in October for the next academic year. (i.e., in October 2021, you can complete the FAFSA if you plan to register for classes at a college or university Fall 2022)
- Check with your advisor for important deadlines & dates.
Total Hours: 16
SEMESTER 4
GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.
BIOL 1407 – Biology for Science Majors II This is a Core course.
PSYC 2320 – Abnormal Psychology
PSYC 2330 – Biological Psychology
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Associate of Arts degree Field of Study in Psychology.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to the college or university to where you will transfer.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 13
PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS