Psychology Transfer Pathway
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS, 60 CREDITS
Riverland’s Psychology Transfer Pathway AA provides a solid foundation in psychological science and ensures seamless transfer to Minnesota State universities with junior-year status. Courses explore general, developmental, and social psychology, preparing students for continued study and careers in mental health, education, research, and social services.
Location: AustinProgram Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Plan: Four Semesters
Faculty:
Barb Houle | 507-433-0584 | Barb.Houle@riverland.edu
Laurel Panser | 507-433-0519 | Laurel.Panser@riverland.edu
Paul Anderson | 507-433-0685 | Paul.Anderson@riverland.edu
Admissions: 507-433-0600 | admissions@riverland.edu
Call or e-mail our Admissions Information Center for more information. We'll help get you started.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC1105 | General Psychology (Goal 5 & 7) | 4 CR |
| PSYC2250 | Statistics for Behavioral Sciences (Goal 2 & 5) | 4 CR |
| One of the following Psychology courses: PSYC1240 (or PSYC1241), PSYC1250 or PSYC2260 | ||
| PSYC1240 |
Developmental Psychology (Goal 5 & 9)
OR PSYC1241 |
3 CR |
| PSYC1250 | Abnormal Psychology (Goal 5 & 7) | 3 CR |
| PSYC2260 | Social Psychology (Goal 5 & 9) | 3 CR |
| 1 Additional PSYC Course | Preferably one additional course from the three above as they are standard for Psychology majors or select from the electives listed below. | 1-3 CR |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL1101 |
Composition I (Goal 1 & 2)
OR ENGL1102 |
3 CR |
| - |
Goal 1 - Communication
ENGL1104, 1105, 1106 or 1107 |
3 CR |
| SPCH1100 |
Fundamentals of Speech (Goal 1 & 9)
OR SPCH1110 or SPCH1200 |
3 CR |
| - | Goal 3 - Natural Sciences | 9 CR |
| MATH2021 | Fundamentals of Statistics (Goal 2 & 4) | 4 CR |
| - |
Additional MnTC Education
(Additional credits to fulfill the MnTC Requirement (Goals 5-10) |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC1116 | Stress Management | 1 CR |
| PSYC1200 | Current Topics in Psychology | 1 CR |
| PSYC1260 | Introduction to Forensic Psychology | 2 CR |
| PSYC1271 | Psychology of Community Engagement--Field Experience | 1 CR |
| PSYC1272 | Psychology of Community Engagement--Field Experience | 2 CR |
| PSYC1273 | Psychology of Community Engagement--Field Experience | 3 CR |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| - | PHED/Health | 1 CR |
| CCLS1000 |
First Year Experience
OR CCLS1010 (3 credits) |
1 CR |
For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please visit the Psychology Transfer Pathway program page at riverland.edu.