Psychology

Career Outlook

Many industries require professionals who are educated in psychology and can understand or guide human behavior. The demand for psychological services is on the rise in mental health centers, substance abuse treatment clinics, schools, hospitals, and other professional settings. Work in a satisfying field where you can help others cope with social challenges and support their mental health.

With a four-year or advanced degree in this field, you'll find careers in a variety of subfields, some of which include: addiction support, clinical psychology, organizational psychology, family therapy, and mental health counseling. Job opportunities are also available in secondary industries, such as healthcare, business, education, sales, and public affairs.

Some common psychology professions include:

• Career Counselor
• Case Manager
• Guidance Counselor
• Market Researcher
• Psychology Teacher
• Social Service Specialist
• Victim Advocate

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Psychology program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Le Moyne College
• Nazareth College
• Roberts Wesleyan University
• St. John Fisher University
• SUNY Brockport
• SUNY Buffalo State College
• SUNY Fredonia
• SUNY Geneseo
• SUNY Oswego
• SUNY Potsdam

Develop Scientific Research Skills

Learn how to conduct library research, write professional research papers, and design your own psychological studies. For your capstone project, you'll present original research to FLCC professors, staff, students, and the general public. By the end of the program, you'll have strong scientific reasoning and core psychological science skills, which are essential for psychology careers and four-year degree programs.

Active Student Psychology Club

Psych club provides opportunities for students to connect with each other and share common experiences, such as coping with college stress, practicing self-reflection, and developing one's identity. Club members discuss childhood trauma and its outcomes, explore issues of diversity and equity, and complete self-awareness exercises to identify personal strengths.

The club also plans community service projects — such as clothing drives — and campus events, including a walking meditation on Laker Day. All FLCC students are welcome to join regardless of their degree program.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
• PSY 104 - Exploring Psychology
• PSY 210 - Social Psychology
• PSY 220 - Abnormal Psychology
• PSY 255 - Research Methods in Psychology