The Psychology degree offers a scientific framework for understanding the how and why of human behavior. Understanding the thinking, actions and motives of self and others has direct vocational use in many career areas, such as education, social work and allied health. Knowledge of psychology is required in many professional and paraprofessional fields. The program offers a range of courses designed to meet the varied interests and needs of undergraduate students. This degree can be earned part-time.
Atlantic Cape has a transfer agreement with Rutgers University-Camden for Psychology majors. To ensure that the specific requirements of the transfer college are met, all students interested in this option should contact the department chair.
For information, contact department chair, Dr. Beth Sanders-Rabinowitz, at (609)343-4982 or bsanders@atlanticcape.edu.
- Demonstrate the methods of inquiry and techniques used in psychology research leading to a comprehension that psychology is based on empirical evidence;
- Describe ethical considerations in psychological research using animals, children and adults;
- Identify, question, compare and contrast various theoretical perspectives of human development;
- Distinguish and evaluate information from various sources using methods of inquiry;
- Apply major theoretical concepts of psychology and its role in the economic, political, and cultural institutions of society.
(PSYH-Fall 2023)
General Education Courses
When a course is not specified, refer to the list of approved General Education courses.
Communication
Mathematics-Science-Technology
Social Science
Humanities
History
Diversity
Program Courses
*Note: Students planning on transferring to Rutgers University-Camden, please note that PSYC226 will transfer as a free elective, not as a program course. EDUC220 should be taken concurrently or after PSYC213.
Liberal Arts Electives*
*It is recommended that students who choose to take PSYC213 take EDUC220 (1 credit).
Technological Competency: 0-4 Credits
(Is fulfilled with CISM125, CISM132, testing or reviewed departmental portfolio.)
*Note: Students planning on transferring to Rutgers University-Camden, please note that PSYC226 will transfer as a free elective, not as a program course.
**It is recommended that students who choose to take PSYC213 take EDUC220 (1 credit).
*If necessary to total 7 credits of Liberal Arts Electives.