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Argosy University, Salt Lake City
Program Overview
The Associate of Arts (AA) in Psychology degree program blends theory and practice in psychological science with coursework in the liberal arts. The curriculum is designed to help students acquire a broad range of transferable skills such as critical thinking, effective and interpersonal communication, research, diversity appreciation, global sustainability, and problem solving. The AA in Psychology degree program is intended to enable students to acquire the foundational knowledge, skills, and competencies that can be applied towards immediate employment or career advancement, as well as providing the basis for continuation toward a bachelor’s degree in psychology for interested students.
Note
The AA in Psychology degree program credits can be transferred to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology degree program offered by Argosy University.
Program Learning Outcomes
The AA in Psychology degree program is designed to develop the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Program Outcome One: Communications
Students will develop college level foundational skills as it pertains to listening, reading, comprehension, speaking, and writing. They will learn to present psychological information using standard and conventions as appropriate to the audience.
Program Outcome Two: Research
Students will acquire basic research skills – both traditional and technology based - to enable them to methodically gather and sort through relevant information, and develop analytical and reporting abilities. They will learn to access, select appropriate information from a variety of print and electronic sources, and apply them responsibly to written and oral presentations.
Program Outcome Three: Critical Thinking
Students will be able to integrate analytical and problem-solving skills to formulate conclusions and make decisions that effectively address issues in the areas related to psychology. They will demonstrate basic critical thinking to become informed consumers of research; select appropriate information from a variety of print and electronic sources; and apply them responsibly to written and oral presentations.
Program Outcome Four: Values
Students will learn to justify the importance of ethical behavior in the science and practice of psychology and in interpersonal relationships. They will recognize the complexity of socio-cultural and international diversity in society and the practice of psychology.
Program Outcome Five: Knowledge and Basic Application
Students will explain foundational concepts, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings in psychology. They will learn how to apply psychological principles to rudimentary personal, social, and organizational issues.
Program Outcome Six: Interpersonal Effectiveness
Students will be able to apply skills of interpersonal effectiveness to everyday interaction, and learn how interpersonal effectiveness can help them achieve personal and professional goals.
Program Outcome Seven: Interdisciplinary skills
Students will be able to relate concepts and ideas systematically from different disciplines and academic traditions to the field of psychology.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must provide proof of high school graduation or GED and meet one of the following conditions:
- ACT Composite score of 18 or above, or
- Combined Math and Critical Reading SAT score of 870, or
- Minimum High School or College GPA as follows:
- For students with 12 or less college credits, cumulative High School GPA of 2.0 or above
- For students with 13 or more college credits, cumulative College GPA of 2.0 or above
- A minimum score on an Argosy University pre-approved English language proficiency test is required for all applicants whose native language is not English or who have not graduated from an institution at which English is the language of instruction as specified in Section Five, Admission Policies, “English Language Proficiency Policy .”
Other Admission Requirements
- Proof of high school graduation documented by one of the following:
- Official high school transcript
- State issued high school equivalency (home school)
- Official General Educational Development (GED) document
- Official college transcript that shows proof of high school graduation from a regionally accredited institution or nationally accredited institution approved by the Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, or an appropriately certified foreign institution
- Proof of high school graduation or earned college degree
All applications for admission must be submitted to the Admissions Department. An admissions representative will help interested applicants complete the following required documentation:
- Completed Application for Admission Form
- Application fee (Non-refundable, except in California and Arizona. In the state of Arizona, the application fee is refundable if the application is canceled within three business days of the applicant signing the Enrollment Agreement.)
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended
- Proof of high school graduation or GED or college degree from a regionally accredited institution or nationally accredited institution approved and documented by the faculty and dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies
Exceptions to the Minimum Grade Point Average
Applicants with grade point averages lower than the stated minimum may be considered for admission in accordance with the policy stated within the admission requirements section of the Academic Catalog for each program. Students admitted on an exception basis will be assigned “Academic/Financial Aid Warning” in accordance with Argosy University’s Standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress. Academic/Financial Aid Warning status does not impact a student’s eligibility for financial aid.
Graduation Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of all required courses within the program with a grade of “C-” or better
- Completion of 60 credit hours as follows
- 42 credit hours General Education Curriculum Requirements
- 18 credit hours Program Core Requirements
- An Argosy University grade point average of 2.0 or higher
- A completed Petition to Graduate Form submitted to campus administration
Program Requirements
The AA in Psychology degree program requires the successful completion of 60 credit hours distributed as follows: general education curriculum requirements, 42 credit hours; psychology core requirements, 18 credit hours.
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