Applied Psychology (AS)

Dr. Jill Amati, Department Chair

Social & Behavioral Sciences Department

Email Address: amatijp@alfredstate.edu

ADVANTAGES

Alfred State's two-year associate degree offers students an opportunity to engage in the psychology field with an applied focus. The program establishes a foundation for entry-level careers. This liberal arts-based curriculum will build communication and critical thinking skills that apply to a variety of professions helping people. Specific coursework includes counseling skills, crisis intervention, abnormal psychology, and professional ethics.

PROGRAM AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Communicate effectively and appropriately in written and oral form.
• Apply critical thinking to applied psychology practices and theories.
• Employ basic research methods in applied psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data synthesis from a variety of sources.
• Apply psychology principles and theories to real world scenarios.
• Apply knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion in professional practice.
• Demonstrate technical and ethical decision-making skills in applied psychology.

DIRECT ENTRY BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAM

Alfred State applied psychology associate degree graduates may enter directly into the applied psychology BS degree program, interdisciplinary studies BTech degree program, or technology management BBA degree program.

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

AS Related Careers	US Employment	Median Pay	Job Openings
Social & Human Service Asst.	415,100	$38,520	47,400
Childcare Worker	945,900	$28,520	153,100
Psychiatric Tech/ Aide	139,600	$37,330	15,200
Teaching Assistant	1,298,900	$30,920	151,000

Entrance Requirements/recommendations

OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact Melanie Ryan in the Office Accessibility Services.  This office may be contacted by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506.  Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.