Jul 28, 2025  
College Catalog 2025-26 
    
College Catalog 2025-26

Psychology, A.S.


Total degree hours: 60

LCC students may have to choose online courses to complete this degree.

If you are fascinated by the science of the human brain, a degree program in psychology will align with your interests. It will also provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career path focused on understanding how the mind functions and how different neurological conditions, such as autism spectrum disorder, can affect individual behavior and group interactions. You will learn about child development, while also examining different learning theories and behavior principles.

An associate of science program in Psychology can be a first step toward a variety of professional roles in this field, including psychiatric technician, laboratory assistant, or rehabilitation case worker. In this program, you will primarily explore the neuroscience behind human behavior. This degree is transferable to universities offering a bachelor of science degree in psychology.

Statewide Transfer Articulation Agreement-Psychology A.S.

Program Outcomes: Students majoring in Psychology will gain the following knowledge and skills upon completion of their degree:

  1. Psychological theory and practice
  2. Research methods
  3. Data analysis
  4. Listening and questioning skills
  5. Critical thinking
  6. Problem solving
  7. Academic writing and presentation skills

Transfer degrees at LCC also prepare you to succeed in your next steps.  We will build your transfer plan starting in your very first semester at LCC, continuing throughout each semester as you progress toward completion.  You will develop the academic and personal skills to prepare you for successful transfer to the four-year college or university that is the best fit for your academic and career goals. 

We treat each student individually with one-on-one continuous advising support.  You’ll build your transfer plans with experienced faculty advisors with expertise in your target transfer area.

Program Outcomes: At LCC, your Transfer Degree will give you more than credits!

Academic Outcomes

Personal Development

Transfer-Ready

Each course in your transfer degree will deliver unique content and skills that also develop your:

 

Active Thinking

  • Reasoning
  • Creativity
  • Analysis
  • Problem Solving
  • Responsible consumption of information

Communication

  • Written
  • Oral
  • Interpersonal

Discover more about yourself through experiences outside the classroom: making new friends, joining student life organizations & events,

 

Social Connectedness & Engaged Citizenship

  • Involvement in Campus Life
  • Serving & Supporting Others
  • Leadership
  • Global Awareness

Working with dedicated faculty advisors, LCC helps each transfer student find the best opportunities for transferring your Associate Degree to the four-year college or university you choose, and grow in

Professionalism

  • Reliability & Conscientiousness
  • Focus & Follow Through
  • Goal Setting
  • Civility & Respect
  • Ethical Behavior
  • Digital Literacy

 

General Education Requirements: (38 credits)


A grade of “C” or higher is required for successful completion of all Guaranteed Transfer (GT) courses

Written Communication: (6 credits)


Mathematics: (4 credits)


 

Natural & Physical Sciences: (10 credits)


 

Arts & Humanities: (9 credits)


 

Other gtPathways (GT) courses are available through coloradoonline


Required Courses: (9 credits)


Please note:  If these credits are not required for the major at a receiving 4-year institution, they will be applied to the Bachelor’s degree as elective credit toward graduation.  Please check with the receiving institution to determine in which way these courses will be applied. 

Electives: (13 credits)


 

See Associate of Science degree plan for list of approved electives; electives are restricted to non-Psychology courses.
 
Students planning to transfer to University of Colorado Denver should complete both two-semester sequences of BIO 1111 & 1112 and CHE 1111 & 1112 at LCC.