Associate of Arts in Psychology

Douglas College

Explore different areas in psychology with the Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology. You’ll learn data analysis, research methods, brain and behaviour, as well as cognitive and abnormal psychology, and will develop the critical-thinking, writing and oral communication skills needed in many disciplines and careers. Put your skills to work by joining the optional Co-operative Education Program, which alternates semesters of study with paid, full-time work in your field. You’ll earn money while gaining experience, building your resume and getting an employer reference, all before you graduate. To participate in Co-op you need to plan two semesters in advance, so we strongly recommend contacting the Co-op Office at the start of your program.Entry-Level Careers for AA Grads include:Administrative Officer / AssistantBehaviour Support Worker / InterventionistCaregiverCommunity Activities / Services CoordinatorCorrectional OfficerEvent Planner / CoordinatorImmigration Case ManagerJob DeveloperLaboratory / Research AssistantLearning Inclusion Support WorkerMarketing AssistantMental Health and Addictions Support WorkerOutreach WorkerSettlement and Integration Services Program OfficerYouth WorkerVolunteer Coordinator

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences