Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts -Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Psychology. Students in this program develop an awareness of human behavior and thinking that will serve them in both personal and professional capacities. Students will also develop ...
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts -Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Psychology. Students in this program develop an awareness of human behavior and thinking that will serve them in both personal and professional capacities. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, research, interpersonal awareness, group communication and collaboration, problem solving, information-finding, and time management.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level to a Psychology program at a four-year college or university, as well as opening doors to entry level employment in many sectors including non-profit, social work, healthcare, education, business, and government.
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This two-year pathway is designed for students who wish to complete an Associate of Arts -Direct Transfer Agreement degree with a concentration in Psychology. Students in this program develop an awareness of human behavior and thinking that will serve them in both personal and professional capacities. Students will also develop skills in critical thinking, research, interpersonal awareness, group communication and collaboration, problem solving, information-finding, and time management.
Completion of this program allows students to transfer at the junior level to a Psychology program at a four-year college or university, as well as opening doors to entry level employment in many sectors including non-profit, social work, healthcare, education, business, and government.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
Full time : 6
90-93
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Step 1: Apply and register
at Seattle Central College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule and go to the
academic calendar for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter.
Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements, and transfer preparation
if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90-93 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time.
The guide assumes a fall quarter start and college placement, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter.
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Quarter 1
Starfish to discuss your academic goals and to create a short-term educational plan
Drop by the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101 5 units
This pathway assumes placement into ENGL&101. Speak to an advisor if you place into a different English course.
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Course ID 0707825 Units
PSYC&100
General Psychology
5 units
PSYC&100 5 units
PSYC& 100:
General Psychology
This course satisfies a UW Psychology prerequisite requirement.
Introduction to the scientific study of human behavior including research methods, brain and behavior, learning, cognitive psychology, development, personality, abnormal psychology, and social thinking and behavior. Additional topics may include: emotions, perception, motivation, intelligence, genes and evolution, and health.
Course ID 0711745 Units
HDC101
Orientation to College
3 units
HDC101 3 units
HDC 101:
Orientation to College Success
Enrollment in this course is optional but recommended for new students.
Assists new students in their adjustment to community college. Includes goal-setting, self-motivation skills, identifying college resources, personal development and general study hints.
Course ID 0695893 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
Choose a Course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts 5 units
Click on the hyperlink. Choose any course from the list.
Meet with a Psychology faculty during their posted office hours to discuss possible careers and academic opportunities
ENGL&102
Composition II
5 units
ENGL&102 5 units
ENGL& 102:
Composition II
Continuation of the composition sequence with further instruction and practice in the writing process, concentrating on critical reading and writing techniques needed for the preparation and completion of documented essays.
Course ID 0707835 Units
MATH116
Applications of Math: Mgmt, SS
5 units
MATH116 5 units
MATH 116:
Applications of Math: Management, Life and Social Sciences
Explores functions and graphs as found in business and the social sciences. Students utilize linear, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions, solve systems of equations and inequalities, and learn applications of the growth of money.
Course ID 0715945 Units
Psychology Elective
Choose a course
5 units
Psychology Elective 5 units
Choose a course
PSYC 210
5 units
Personality and Individual Differences
PSYC 230
5 units
Human Sexuality
PSYC 240
3 units
Psychology of Human Relations
PSYC 245
5 units
Social Psychology
PSYC 250
5 units
Psychology of African Americans
PSYC 255
5 units
Cognitive Psychology
PSYC 257
5 units
Psychology of Gender
PSYC 260
5 units
Psychology of Racism
PSYC& 200
5 units
Lifespan Psychology
PSYC& 220
5 units
Abnormal Psychology
Quarter 3
Student Leadership positions and other on-campus jobs
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
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To-Do List
Student Leadership positions and other on-campus jobs
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
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15
UNITS
To-Do List
Check with transfer institutions’ planning resources for core psychology courses required for major
Attend Undergraduate Research Festival at University of Washington (occurs annually in Spring)
Visit potential universities and determine application deadlines
Meet with Transfer Center advisor to determine transfer eligibility
PSYC209
Fundamentals of Psych Research
5 units
PSYC209 5 units
PSYC 209:
Fundamentals of Psychological Research
This course satisfies a UW Psychology prerequisite requirement.
Examines the scientific method, hypothesis testing and designs of qualitative and quantitative research. Covers the search for and evaluation of research literature in psychology, descriptive statistical analysis, fundamentals of scientific writing, ethical issues and cross-cultural considerations in psychological research. Includes a research project.
Course ID 0711505 Units
Natural World or NUTR&101
Choose a course
5 units
Natural World or NUTR&101 5 units
Click on the hyperlink to view Natural World course options.
Introduction to human nutrition with an emphasis on the relationship of nutrition to growth, development, health, and physical and mental functioning across the lifespan. Sources, functions, interrelationships, and human requirements of proteins, carbohydrates, fat, minerals, vitamins and water will be examined. Topics also include analysis of personal dietary habits, public health issues such as obesity and access to food and food security, and the role of nutrition in chronic disease.
Course ID 0716665 Units
ANTH&100
Survey of Anthropology
5 units
ANTH&100 5 units
ANTH& 100:
Survey of Anthropology
Introduces the field of anthropology. Covers biological and cultural anthropology, linguistics, and archaeology. Survey of humans over time and space. Includes evolution, ethics, political structure, social structure, economics, and communication.
Course ID 0705525 Units
Quarter 4
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Create long-term educational plan with your assigned advisor
Research and contact Psychology departments at potential universities
Attend transfer workshops and a transfer fair
Attend transfer day at prospective university
Write your personal statement for university applications
Check in with a Psychology faculty during their posted office hours regarding possible careers and academic opportunities
SOC&101
Introduction to Sociology
5 units
SOC&101 5 units
SOC& 101:
Introduction to Sociology
Introduces students to the scientific study of society and to several sociological concepts, including socialization, stratification, research methods, social theory, group dynamics, social class, gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, media, family, deviance, and social and cultural change. Students learn how to connect research to concepts and use the sociological imagination, the relationship between self and society, to deepen their understanding of social life.
Course ID 0712375 Units
PSYC222
Survey of Physiological Psych
5 units
PSYC222 5 units
PSYC 222:
Survey of Physiological Psychology
This course satisfies a UW Psychology prerequisite requirement.
Covers workings of the nervous system. Explores the brain's capacity in language, hunger and thirst, learning and memory, emotions, sexual behavior, depression, schizophrenia and repair after injury.
Course ID 0711535 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or World Languages 1
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or World Languages 1 5 units
Choose a World Language level 1 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
Covers natural principles governing operation of the environment including interaction between humans and the environment, emphasizing attitudes and actions to maintain a healthy ecosystem. This course has a lab component focusing on major topics in environmental science. Not open for credit to students who have taken ENVS 150 or ENVS&100.
Course ID 0714325 Units
BIOL 128:
Survey of Human Anatomy & Physiology W/ Lab
Recommended
Focuses on the structure, function, and location of the body's organ systems, and how organ systems interact to maintain homeostasis in response to different physiological challenges, such as exercise, injury, and disease. Lab included.
Covers the process of getting started with confidence; topic selection and research; and preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, special occasion and other forms of presentations. Prereq: Placement into ENGL& 101.
Course ID 0706295 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or World Languages 3
Choose a course
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or World Languages 3 5 units
Choose a World Language level 3 or other Visual, Literary, and Per Art class from the hyperlink below.
It's time to apply for Financial Aid for next year by completing either the
FAFSA or the
WASFA 2026-27.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
Central's Financial Aid Department for details.
Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A Psychology pathway can lead to various career opportunities. Examples include:
Clinical Psychologist
Therapist / Counselor (Marriage and family, Substance abuse counselor, school counselor)
Social Services / Social Work
Education (teaching at the high school or college level)
Health Care / Medicine
Technology (User Experience / User Interface / User Research)
Marketing and Advertising
Criminal Justice (Forensic psychologist, Law enforcement, Lawyer)
Human Resources
A Bachelor’s degree or higher may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit https://www.bls.gov/oes/. To discuss additional careers options, speak with faculty once you begin classes or contact the Career Exploration Center. CareerServicesCenter@seattlecolleges.edu or 206.934.4383
Future Education Opportunities
Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include, but are not limited to:
A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social and Human Services, Early Childhood and Family Studies, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges. BAS degrees are typically terminal degrees. See an Advisor for more information.
Seattle Central College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Psychology graduates from Central have also transferred to out-of-state institutions. Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice. You can use the College Navigator search engine found at http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator to find Psychology programs in Washington state or around the country.
