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Psychology

Interested in the Mind? Learn More with the Psychology Department at Sinclair

The psychology program at Sinclair provides quality education in the study of human behavior through both the traditional classroom setting and distance learning environments. With an academically diverse faculty that reflects the many differing philosophies and subfields of psychology, we are committed to meeting the academic needs of all of Sinclair students.

This program might be for you if:

  • You are interested in learning more about the way the mind works and the science behind our everyday thoughts.
  • You would like to gain new techniques in order to organize your own life through personal growth and insight.
  • You often ask questions about human behavior or even the actions and responses of animals.

There are thousands of questions that all of us ask in our everyday lives and psychology is the field that organizes what science has discovered in an attempt to answer them all! Just as you might take a course to improve computer skills, psychology classes allow you to improves a variety of other skills, such as counseling, development, human relations, parenting, stress management, and more.

Certificate Programs

No Certificates Currently Offered

Even though there are no certificate programs currently being offered, there are still options if you would like to learn more about psychology. Our department’s courses can fulfill many of the requirements in other academic programs at Sinclair, especially in satisfying the humanities requirement.

You can also learn more about psychological studies by taking a few classes or even find out what classes you could take to supplement your current career path. For more information about these options, academic advisors are available to help you find the classes right for you.

Our department does offer an Associate of Arts degree emphasis in psychology. View the degree programs tab to learn more.

Degree Programs

Associate of Arts - LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCES: PSYCHOLOGY EMPHASIS

Students wishing to prepare for a Bachelor's degree in Psychology should complete the courses suggested in the emphasis area.

Interested in learning more about this degree program?

Already know the program that is right for you?

Fill out an online admissions application to get started or visit the Sinclair Admissions Web site to find out more.

Transfer Opportunities

Make the most of your education by starting at Sinclair Community College. Our quality programs and low tuition make it a great place to start even if you intend to further your education beyond an associate degree or certificate. You would be surprised at the money you could save by completing your first two years of study at Sinclair—just take a look at our low tuition and see the savings for yourself. You can also learn more by visiting Sinclair’s Transfer Web site »

Articulation & Transfer Agreements

Sinclair works directly with many four-year schools in Ohio and beyond to ensure the college credit you earn will transfer easily to those schools. By developing articulation agreements, formal agreements between colleges detailing the recognition of college credit between the schools, you will know you are meeting the requirements needed at the four-year school of your choice. Learn more about articulation and transfer »

Ohio Transfer Module

The Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science degree programs fulfill the requirements for the Ohio Transfer Module at other public colleges and universities. Students in applied associate degree programs may complete some individual transfer module courses within their degree program or continue beyond their program to complete the entire transfer module.

Upon completion of the Ohio Transfer Module, students will be able to enter most Ohio four-year colleges and universities as a junior with your general education requirements completed. Find out more about the Ohio Transfer Module »

Transferring Individual Classes

In addition to transferring with a degree, college credit for many courses, including some of those in the psychology curriculum, are accepted at other colleges and universities. Learn more about course equivalency »

General Agreements

While at Sinclair, if you plan to complete any associate degree program, there are agreements in place to help you easily transfer into a variety of bachelor’s degree completion programs.

Your transfer opportunities
may include:

  • Antioch University McGregor
  • Franklin University
  • Kaplan University
  • Ohio Dominican University
  • Ohio University
  • Purdue University
  • Strayer University
  • Wilberforce University
  • Wright State University
  • and more…

View articulation agreements »

Please Note: Sinclair continues to work with other colleges and universities to provide more opportunities through new articulation and transfer agreements. Please consult with an academic advisor for the most up-to-date information.

Related Programs

Sinclair Community College offers a wide variety of certificate and degree programs. With so many to choose from, we are sure that you can find a program that suits your needs. If you are interested in the psychology program, you might also be interested in learning more about these programs at Sinclair: