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Psychology

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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10,447

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Annual Wage Range

$50,894 – $213,199

Diagnose and implement individual or schoolwide interventions or strategies to address educational, behavioral, or developmental issues that adversely impact educational functioning in a school. May address student learning and behavioral problems and counsel students or families. May design and implement performance plans, and evaluate performance. May consult with other school-based personnel.

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404

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Annual Wage Range

$63,997 – $102,415

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

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Annual Wage Range

$42,735 – $335,301

Program Level:

Pre-Majors/Transfer

Department:

Social, Cultural, and Behavioral Studies

Institute:

Science & Technology

College:

SAC

What is the program?

This program introduces you to the scientific study of human behavior by exploring the history, theories, research methods and principles of psychology.

What will I learn?

You’ll explore major topics in psychology and the factors that determine and affect behavior and mental processes. Topics include social psychology, interpersonal relations, biological psychology, group dynamics and more. You’ll also learn about research methods and statistics and develop skills in recording, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data.

What can I do with this course of study?

You’ll be prepared to transfer to any four-year psychology degree program at Texas public universities. A psychology degree can open the door to a variety of careers such as psychologist, counselor, therapist and community service worker. Most entry-level positions in psychology require at least a bachelor’s degree, but an associate degree may qualify you for careers such as psychiatric technicians and aides, substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors, social and human service assistants.

What's special about the program?

The study of psychology is a great way to learn more about yourself and others. SAC offers multiple ways to study psychology, including classrooms with computer and multimedia technologies; blended and online delivery; field experiences; and co-curricular programs, such as Psychology Club and Psi Beta Club. Courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced faculty. You’ll also get real-world experience through a practicum that places you in the workplace.

A psychology degree can open the door to a variety of careers such as psychologist, counselor, therapist and community service worker
Degrees and Certificates
Career Path in Psychology

Resources for learning and professional development within the field of psychology.

Contact Us

Jeanette Bunch
Discipline Coordinator
MLC 606
(210) 486-1328
jniznik@dos5.net

Lisa Coronado
SCBS Department Chair
NAHC 308
(210) 486-1094
lcoronado41@dos5.net

Beatrice Canales
Academic Unit Assistant
NAHC 349
(210) 486-0526
bcanales1@dos5.net