60 credits
required for program
- Available online
Cost
$455 per credit
Timeframe
32 months
The Associate of Arts in Psychology degree offers foundational coursework in general education and Psychology designed with a Christian worldview.
Why Get an Associate’s Degree in psychology from Northwestern?
- If you have never attended college, you can earn your associate’s degree in about 32 months through our courses online.
- You can grow academically and spiritually with caring professors who will share their faith with you as well as their knowledge. You will participate in class discussions with other Christian peers who have similar goals and aspirations to further their education.
- Northwestern’s A.A. in Psychology will provide a theoretical and applied understanding of psychological principles to prepare you for further study in psychology or entry-level positions in the helping profession.
- You will take courses in the following subject areas, and all of the credits may be applied to an Adult Undergraduate bachelor’s degree program if you decide to continue your studies.
- Biblical Thinking & Living (6-8 credits)
- Creative Expression (3-4 credits)
- Critical Thinking & Information Literacy (2 credits)
- Cultural & Global Engagement (4 credits)
- Effective Communication (7 credits)
- Leadership & Professionalism (2 credits)
- Scientific & Quantitative Literacy (8 credits)
- Psychology Specialization (16 credits)
- Electives (9-12 credits)
If you are ready to take the first step towards a college degree, looking to complete credits in general education plus a focus on Psychology, and want to learn in a Christian environment, this might be the right degree for you.
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What will I learn?
You will learn to analyze, think critically, develop effective written and verbal communication skills, and understand psychological principles.
PSY 1005
Introduction to Psychology
A study of human behavior. Consideration is given to methodology and concepts in the areas of learning, motivation, emotions, perception, intelligence and personality.
PSY 2108
Lifespan Psychology
A study of the nature and implications of development from conception through death. Emphasis is upon cognitive, moral, spiritual, emotional, interpersonal, and self-development. Topics to be addressed include stages of development from birth through adolescence; maturation during the college years; critical periods of adulthood; marriage, and parenting; ageism and physiological processes of aging; death and dying.
PSY 3207
Abnormal Psychology
An examination of the multidimensional determinants which influence the development of psychopathology. Students will explore assessment, diagnosis, and the conceptualization of disorders as defined by the Diagnostic Statistical Manual classification system. An exploration of etiology, diagnostic considerations, and cultural factors will be emphasized. Clinical and scientific research will be examined to understand psychopathology and mental health.
PSY 3308
Principles of Counseling
A study of the clinical types of mental illness, the schools of psychotherapy and the theories and techniques of counseling. Emphasis is upon personality integration and the principles of mental health. Consideration is given to the legal, ethical and practical implications of counseling relationships. Reference is made to various personality tests.
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