Psychology

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Overview

The TMCC Psychology Program offers engaging and varied classes to meet the academic and lifelong learning needs of our students. Students pursuing a degree in Psychology may choose to complete either an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree. The Psychology Program also offers a variety of courses to fulfill social science and diversity requirements for almost any degree at TMCC.

TMCC’s Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees in Psychology are intended to provide an effective academic background for those students pursuing a career in, or related to, Psychology. Students can anticipate completing foundational courses such as General Psychology, Social Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Research Methods; as well as lifelong learning experiences through specific topics such as Psychology of Personal and Social Adjustment, Human Sexuality and Child Psychology.

The field of psychology is a truly massive one, which is often both a blessing and a curse. Its blessing is that it affords those who pursue it a host of opportunities. Its curse is it that it is easy to drown in those opportunities. TMCC's psychology program helped me navigate those opportunities and discover a path for myself that I do not think I would have otherwise. While I still do not know precisely where I will end up, thanks to the courses I was offered while pursuing my AA here at TMCC, I have a light by which to walk.

Jessie, TMCC Psychology Major

Why Choose Psychology at TMCC?

TMCC’s Psychology major offers several key advantages:

  • Our Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are designed to seamlessly transfer to UNR. You can complete your lower division courses at TMCC and then transfer to UNR to complete either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree.
  • Our Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are available both in-person and online so that you can choose the options that best support your learning preferences and schedule.
  • Our high quality faculty are committed to excellence in teaching and possess diverse expertise and interests such as Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Forensic Psychology and Counseling/Clinical Psychology.
  • TMCC Psychology faculty have published articles and books, presented at conferences and hold professional certifications and licenses, in addition to having extensive community college teaching experience.
  • TMCC’s small class sizes give you the optimal opportunity to learn and discuss the material and get the personalized help you need to be successful in college.

What Will I Study?

The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees in Psychology are designed for students seeking careers in Psychology or related fields. The degree requirements include a well-balanced general education curriculum. The specific curriculum provides students with major concepts, theoretical perspectives and empirical findings in Psychology. In addition, students will come to understand and apply basic research methods in Psychology.

This course of study is designed as a university transfer program. Two degree options have been created to substantially meet the requirements for the first two years of study for the BA or BS in Psychology at UNR.

Our Psychology major offers two pathways for students pursuing transfer to four-year universities as follows:

Psychology, AA

The Associate of Arts in Psychology degree is designed as a university transfer program that substantially meets the requirements for the first two years of study for the BA in Psychology at UNR. The degree requirements include a well-balanced general education curriculum. The specific curriculum provides students with major concepts, theoretical perspectives and empirical findings in Psychology. In addition, students will come to understand and apply basic research methods in Psychology.

The Associate of Arts in Psychology is a good fit for students who do not see graduate study in Psychology or Psychiatry in their future, but are looking to complement a career in Human Resources, Business, Law, Education, or a related field.

Psychology, AS

The Associate of Science in Psychology degree is designed as a university transfer program that substantially meets the requirements for the first two years of study for the BS in Psychology at UNR. The degree requirements include a well-balanced general education curriculum. The specific curriculum provides students with major concepts, theoretical perspectives and empirical findings in Psychology. In addition, students will come to understand and apply basic research and statistical methods in Psychology.

The Associate of Science in Psychology is a good fit for students who see graduate study in Psychology, Psychiatry, or a career in Behavior Analysis in their future.

Students requiring clarification on whether to follow a course of study leading towards a BA or BS in Psychology at UNR, or those wishing to transfer to any other baccalaureate program, should work closely with TMCC advisors and advisors at the institution of transfer to obtain recommended courses.

College Catalog Information

Check out additional Degree and Certificate information, including Recommended Course Schedule, Program Requirements and Program Outcomes.

Career Paths

The field of psychology is growing in Nevada. The demand for psychologists in the state is expected to grow by 22% through 2026 which is much faster than the average occupation. Psychology majors have many opportunities in a wide variety of careers as the study of behavior is relevant across many diverse settings. While many career paths in psychology require an advanced degree (either a master's or doctorate), there are an abundance of options available to students with just a bachelor's degree.

Psychology majors generally find career opportunities in the primary fields of human service, research, education, human resources, or business and industry. Employers include the government, clinics, hospitals, community service agencies, schools, market research firms, non-profits, private practice and more. Positions vary widely and may include some of these listed below:

  • Child, Family, and School Social Workers
  • Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
  • Clinical Neuropsychologists
  • Compliance Managers
  • Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors
  • Healthcare Social Workers
  • Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
  • Marriage and Family Therapists
  • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
  • Mental Health Counselors
  • Neuropsychologists
  • Psychiatric Aides
  • Psychiatrists
  • Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Rehabilitation Counselors
  • School Psychologists
  • Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

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