Psychology
Explore aspects of the human mind and behavior, including lifespan development, mental disorders, emotions and more, as you earn an associate’s degree for transfer to a four-year college.
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Careers in Psychology
Pierce College's psychology program:
- Prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions as psychology majors
- Helps prepare students for vocational certification or licensure in disciplines related to and supported by psychological training
- Provides courses that contribute to the personal growth and wellbeing of students who seek more knowledge of themselves and the world around them.
Transfer Institutions
- Central Washington University
- CWU–Pierce County (BS Interdisciplinary Studies – Social Sciences)
- Pacific Lutheran University
- University of Washington Tacoma
- Western Washington University
Jo Anne Geron
Psychology Professor
JGeron@pierce.ctc.edu
253-964-6465
Tom Link
Psychology Professor
TLink@pierce.ctc.edu
253-964-6316
Leon Khalsa-Maulen
Psychology and Sociology Professor
LKhalsa@pierce.ctc.edu
253-840-8313
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