PSYC 120 Careers in Psychology

This course provides a thorough investigation of potential careers in psychology as well as a realistic depiction of the education, preparation, and discipline to be competitive in the field. It is recommended that students earn a grade of C or better in PSYC 101 before entering this course.

 

 

Credits

1 Credit

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

15

Semester Contact Hours Lab

none

Prerequisite

PSYC 101

General Education Competency

Social & Behavioral Way of Knowing

PSYC 120Careers in Psychology

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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General Education Competency

Social & Behavioral Way of Knowing

Credit Hours Narrative

1 Credit

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

15

Semester Contact Hours Lab

none

Prerequisite Narrative

PSYC 101

Repeatable

Yes

III. Catalog Course Description

This course provides a thorough investigation of potential careers in psychology as well as a realistic depiction of the education, preparation, and discipline to be competitive in the field. It is recommended that students earn a grade of C or better in PSYC 101 before entering this course.

 

 

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Make an educated decision whether to major in Psychology at CSI
  • Make an educated decision whether to pursue further education in Psychology beyond CSI

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Relative value of different degrees in Psychology (AA, BA/BS, MA/MS, PhD) Rigor, nature, and necessity of coursework in pursuing a career in Psychology Rigor, nature, and necessity of research in pursuing a career in Psychology Nature of different specialties of careers within Psychology

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Exams

Evaluation of oral presentation Evaluation of self-discovery

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Oral presentation(s) Study Focus Questions Evaluation of oral presentation Evaluation of self-discovery