{"id":259,"date":"2015-02-22T16:47:06","date_gmt":"2015-02-22T16:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/?page_id=259"},"modified":"2018-12-03T12:30:53","modified_gmt":"2018-12-03T20:30:53","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d65c0d6d629\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #5a5d5e;color:#5a5d5e\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #5a5d5e;color:#5a5d5e\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d65c0d6d629\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#Im_not_certain_if_I_want_to_be_a_psychology_major_What_do_psychologists_study_What_careers_are_available_for_psychology_students\" >I&#8217;m not certain if I want to be a psychology major. What do psychologists study? What careers are available for psychology students?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#What_type_of_career_growth_is_expected_for_Psychology\" >What type of career growth is expected for Psychology?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#I_dont_know_if_I_want_psychology_as_a_major_How_soon_should_I_begin_to_take_required_courses\" >I don&#8217;t know if I want psychology as a major. How soon should I begin to take required courses?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#What_is_Psi_Beta\" >What is Psi Beta?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#Do_I_have_the_right_prerequisites_for_a_course\" >Do I have the right prerequisites for a course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#I_am_interested_in_transferring_to_specific_4-year_university_How_do_I_do_that\" >I am interested in transferring to [specific 4-year university]. \u00a0How do I do that?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#What_is_the_AA-T_degree_in_Psychology\" >What is the AA-T degree in Psychology?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/faq\/#Will_I_get_in_to_my_school_of_choice_if_I_obtain_the_AA-T_degree_in_psychology\" >Will I get in to my school of choice if I obtain the AA-T degree in psychology?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Im_not_certain_if_I_want_to_be_a_psychology_major_What_do_psychologists_study_What_careers_are_available_for_psychology_students\"><\/span>I&#8217;m not certain if I want to be a psychology major. What do psychologists study? What careers are available for psychology students?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Psychologists conduct both basic and applied research, from understanding brain functions to the behavior of complex social organizations. They work within communities and organizations, diagnose and treat people, teach, test intelligence and personality. They assess behavior and mental health, study how human beings relate to each other and also to machines, and bring important knowledge and skills to understanding diverse cultures. They study how people think, hear, see, speak, and acquire language, thoughts, and memory. Psychologists can work within schools, the court system, hospitals and health centers, law enforcement, public health, and corporations and organizations. Psychology is expected to be one of the fastest growing fields in the U.S. through the year 2016 (Department of Labor statistics).<\/p>\n<p>Psychology majors learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret data, which are important skills for many jobs. Careers for psychologists vary. They can work independently or with other professionals&#8211;other scientists, physicians, lawyers, school personnel&#8211;in all different settings, such as hospitals, schools &amp; universities, courtrooms, prisons, health centers. The American Psychological Asssociation (APA) reported that psychologists work in two primary areas, Research and Health Services, as follows (percentages in parentheses). Research: academia (57%), business\/government (29%), health care (10%), and schools\/educational (4%). Health Services: hospitals (19%), academia (18%), other human service (15%), business\/government (14%), independent practice (11%), and managed care (9%). Most psychology careers require an advanced degree in psychology, beyond the bachelor&#8217;s degree. (Information from the APA Education Pipeline, based on 2005 doctorate employment survey).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_career_growth_is_expected_for_Psychology\"><\/span>What type of career growth is expected for Psychology?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the Department of Labor, 2008-09: &#8220;Employment of psychologists is expected to grow about 15 percent from 2006 to 2016, faster than average for all occupations. Employment will grow because of increased demand for psychological services in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, mental health centers, substance abuse treatment clinics, consulting firms, and private companies.&#8221;(Occupational Outlook Handbook Web site)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_dont_know_if_I_want_psychology_as_a_major_How_soon_should_I_begin_to_take_required_courses\"><\/span>I don&#8217;t know if I want psychology as a major. How soon should I begin to take required courses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You should begin working on your degree requirements (Math, English, Science, Social Studies, etc) as early as possible to provide the groundwork for your eventual major by satisfying all course <a title=\"About Prerequisites\" href=\"http:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/about-prerequisites\/\">prerequisites<\/a>. \u00a0Note that eligibility for English 100 is a prerequisite for taking Introductory Psychology (Psy 100) here at Palomar, so you need to satisfy that requirement as early as possible if you haven&#8217;t done so already. \u00a0Then, take Psy 100 in your first year, as many psychology classes have Psy 100 as a prerequisite. \u00a0Satisfying the English and Intro Psyc prerequisites will open up most of the psychology courses should you decide on it as a major.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Psi_Beta\"><\/span>What is Psi Beta?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Psi Beta\u00a0is the National Honor Society in Psychology for community college students. Membership in our campus chapter enhances your experience at Palomar\u00a0by providing activities with other Psi Beta\u00a0members, such as attending the Western Psychology Association convention, learning about graduate schools, meeting Psychology faculty at informal meetings, and other events. Psi Beta\u00a0exemplifies academic excellence in scholarly work.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_have_the_right_prerequisites_for_a_course\"><\/span>Do I have the right prerequisites for a course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a title=\"About Prerequisites\" href=\"http:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/about-prerequisites\/\">Please read this page for information on course prerequisites<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0Prerequisites for psychology courses are strictly enforced and individual faculty members cannot wave them. \u00a0Thus, if you do not have the prerequisite, you will not be able to enroll. \u00a0The link provided tells you how you can satisfy or challenge a prerequisite for each psychology course.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_am_interested_in_transferring_to_specific_4-year_university_How_do_I_do_that\"><\/span>I am interested in transferring to [specific 4-year university]. \u00a0How do I do that?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a title=\"Transferring to a Four-Year University\" href=\"http:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/psychology\/transfer-issues\/\">This website<\/a> contains information on transferring to universities, with particular emphasis on the CSU and UC systems. \u00a0However, choosing the right courses and path to transfer varies from school to school and from major to major. \u00a0You should make an appointment with your <a title=\"Counseling Center\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/counseling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">counselor<\/a> and\/or <a title=\"Palomar's Transfer Center\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/counseling\/transfercenter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Palomar&#8217;s Transfer Center<\/a> for the most up-to-date information on transfer as it relates to your circumstances and goals.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_AA-T_degree_in_Psychology\"><\/span>What is the AA-T degree in Psychology?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The AA-T is a special\u00a0Associate of Arts degree offered here at Palomar for students who intend to transfer to a 4-year university. \u00a0The benefit of obtaining the AA-T is that it guarantees you priority admission to a school in the CSU system.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_I_get_in_to_my_school_of_choice_if_I_obtain_the_AA-T_degree_in_psychology\"><\/span>Will I get in to my school of choice if I obtain the AA-T degree in psychology?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unfortunately, no. \u00a0The AA-T\u00a0does not guarantee you the school of your choice. \u00a0It guarantees only priority admission to A school within the CSU system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m not certain if I want to be a psychology major. 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