PSYCHOLOGY MINOR  2005-07 Catalog
Psychology & Child Development Department
Faculty Office Bldg. (47), Room 24
805 756-2033

The minor provides students with a broad background in the principles of psychology in order to develop an appreciation of the human element in the world around them, complement their professional training, and enhance their personal development and interpersonal effectiveness. Students whose primary job responsibilities will require dealing with people should find employment opportunities increased and career advancement enhanced. Interested students are encouraged to contact the Psychology and Child Development Department for information and application forms. An application form must be approved by a Psychology Minor advisor. Minimum of 16 units 300-400 level courses required.

Required courses

Units

PSY 201/202 General Psychology (D4)

4

STAT 217/221/251 (B1) or STAT 321 (B6)

4-5

Select two of the following

8

PSY 252/PSY 254/PSY 256 (4)
(Only one of PSY 252, 254 or 256 can be counted in the minor)

 

PSY 305 Personality (4)

 

PSY 340 Biopsychology (4) (B5)

 

PSY 405 Abnormal Psychology (4)

 

PSY elective courses (300–400 level)

12

 

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28-29