Are you fascinated by the human mind and understanding different personality traits? Do you want to understand more about individual thought processes and the effects of human interaction? Among the many things our psychology students explore:
- the mind and mental process
- development from birth to death
- abnormal behavior and treatment
- counseling techniques
- stress and grief
Curriculum Guides
Curriculum Guides
Associate in Science - Emphasis of Study
Psychology
Check out the Course Search for a full listing of courses available.
Students Preparing to Transfer
Students Preparing to Transfer
Barton Community College's Psychology curriculum is designed to provide the general education requirement and core Psychology courses for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree in Psychology or Psychology Education (secondary education). In addition to general education courses like General Psychology, we offer a variety of electives including Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and Death & Dying. Electives must meet the requirements of your transferring institution. Students should coordinate with their advisor for transfer requirements.
Opportunities and Resources
Opportunities and Resources
Please review the Psychology Student Resource document for more details and resources.
Opportunities for involvement in professional organizations like the American Psychological Association.
Discover Career Paths
Discover Career Paths
Visit the What Can I Do with My Major? webpage to find helpful resources on career paths, employers and more!