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ODP.AAPS - AA Psychology (online)

Psychology and Counseling

Program Code

ODP.AAPS

Program Title

AA Psychology

Program Description

The Associate of Arts in Psychology equips students with a broad grounding in the Liberal Arts, along with a foundational knowledge of psychology and sociology. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in helping professions. They may also continue their studies to earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology or Human Relations.

Modality. Point University offers the A.A. in Psychology in fully-online format. Point Online students engage in asynchronous learning through a course website that facilitates interaction with their instructor and classmates.

Learning Outcomes

Program Purpose and Student Learning Objectives

Purpose. The Associate of Arts in Psychology equips students with a broad grounding in the Liberal Arts, along with foundational knowledge of psychology and sociology.

The A.A. in Psychology builds on Point University’s mission, values, and Core Curriculum (General Studies and Character Formation) to accomplish the following student learning objectives:

Objective 1: Students explain major elements of the psychological, physiological, developmental, and spiritual make-up of human beings.

Objective 2: Students compare and contrast the varieties of theories and techniques employed in psychology, sociology, and counseling.

Objective 3: Students analyze and utilize scholarly research to explore contemporary is-sues in psychology, sociology, and related fields.

Objective 4: Students demonstrate an integration of personal strengths and the application of professional standards and principles for helpers.

Recommended Course Sequence

Choosing a Character Core Track. Online students who continue past the associate degree to earn a baccalaureate degree must complete the 15-credit Character Core. The Character Formation courses listed above can fulfil Core requirements. Students must complete one course in each numbered category in sequence. In other words, they must complete one course labeled [1], and then one course labeled [2], and then one course labeled [3]. For details, see the “Character Core” described under the “Biblical Studies Department.”

Recommended Course Sequence. As online students prepare to enter their program, academic advisors prepare a customized course schedule, or “plan of study,” mapping out which courses students should complete in which sessions from start to graduation. These customized plans take into account degree requirements, transfer credits, pace of study, and other factors toward the goal of speeding students to the finish line in the shortest time possible.