Program Overview
The Psychology Pathway under the Liberal Arts Transfer degree provides students with a strong foundation in psychology while fulfilling general education requirements. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding human behavior, mental processes, and the factors that influence individual and group actions. It prepares students for further study in psychology, social work, or other human services-related fields. The program aligns with MassTransfer guidelines, ensuring a smooth transition to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities. Upon completion, students will earn a Liberal Arts Transfer Associate in Arts degree.
Explore the science of behavior and the mind, and prepare for a career in psychology or human services.
Program Highlights
- Courses meet MassTransfer requirements, ensuring smooth transfer to bachelor's degree programs in psychology, social work, or related fields.
- Study key areas such as developmental psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, and cognitive processes.
- Gain skills in research methods, data analysis, and critical thinking that are essential in psychology and human services.
- Available at both Lynn and Danvers campuses, with day or evening classes to fit diverse
student schedules.
- Designed to prepare students for successful transfer to four-year institutions, where they can continue their studies in psychology, counseling, social work, or related disciplines.
Program Details
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Upon completion of the LAT program, graduates will be able to:
The Liberal Arts - Psychology Pathway program offers students a comprehensive understanding of psychology, from research methods to clinical practices.
Courses include:
- Introduction to Psychology
- Human Development
- Social Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
- Health Psychology:
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
Graduates of the Liberal Arts - Psychology Pathway program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in psychology, social services, and related fields. Some potential career paths include:
- Psychological Assistant
- Social Worker
- Human Resources Specialist
- Case Manager
- Mental Health Technician
- Counseling Assistant
- Public Health Educator
The LAT program is part of the MassTransfer initiative, allowing students to transfer seamlessly to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities with junior-level status. Additionally, NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Know which 4-year MA public school you want to transfer to? You can tailor your degree even more specifically by checking out which recommended courses are required by that college or university for your chosen major on the MassTransfer A2B (Associates to Bachelor’s) Pathways page.
Interested in Salem State University? Check out SSU’s Transfer Connections website to get in touch with a Transfer Connections Coach who specializes in helping NSCC students smoothly transfer to Salem State.
Know you want to transfer to a private 4-year school? Check out these transfer agreements NSCC has made with various private colleges and universities (or the school’s website if a transfer agreement isn’t included here) for more specific recommendations.
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Accreditation
North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.