Trauma Studies - Associate in Science
Plan Code: 2802
This program provides students with a broad understanding of psychological trauma, its impact on individuals and communities, and trauma-informed approaches to care. Coursework includes Orientation for Trauma Studies, Introduction to Trauma Studies, Trauma-Informed Care and Frontline Work, Trauma, Resilience and Posttraumatic Growth, and Trauma Loss and Grief. Students completing the degree will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue entry-level positions in human services, education, and community health, or for further studies at a four-year university.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the biological, psychological, and social impacts of trauma on individuals and communities.
- Apply trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches that support recovery, resilience, and posttraumatic growth in response to trauma, grief, and loss.
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| PSY_TS 39 | Orientation for Trauma Studies | 1 |
| PSY_TS 40 | Introduction to Trauma Studies | 3 |
| PSY_TS 41 | Trauma-Informed Care and Frontline Work | 3 |
| PSY_TS 42 | Trauma, Resilience, and Posttraumatic Growth | 3 |
| PSY_TS 43 | Trauma of Loss and Grief | 3 |
| PSYC C1000/C1000H | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYCH 14 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| Subtotal Units | 19 | |
| IN ADDITION, complete THREE (3) units from the following: | ||
| Social Psychology (3) | ||
| Psychology of Adjustment (3) | ||
| Required Subtotal Units | 22 | |
| Complete one of the following: 1 | 27-34 | |
LBCC-GE | ||
Cal-GETC | ||
| Electives (as needed to reach 60 degree-applicable units) 2 | ||
| Minimum Degree Total | 60 | |
- 1
Units for the major may be double-counted for LBCC-GE or Cal-GETC; see counselor for limitations.
- 2
Elective units from course(s) numbered 1-599, if needed, to reach 60 degree-applicable units.