Associate in Business Studies (CCCJ)
This programme seeks to prepare students with professional knowledge, values, and skills for generalist psychology practice by creating an environment that offers value oriented learning that emphasizes self-assessment, service to community, self-determination, social justice and respect for diversity. Students enrolled in this programme will:
- Attain a basic understanding and practical usage of various psycho-social principles and concepts;
- Develop the necessary skills, attitudes and competencies - such as team leadership, motivation, problem solving techniques, critical thinking, analytical abilities, and an awareness of the knowledge-based economy of the 21st Century;
- Learn the importance of professionalism, appearance and positive work ethics;
- Have the opportunity to exercise responsibility, develop self confidence in themselves and their field of study;
- Leave prepared for advanced academic pursuits in psychology and other related academic programmes.
This institution has given me the opportunity to defy all the odds stacked against me through the provision of a safe and helpful environment that was conducive to learning. Through taking advantage of this opportunity, I have put myself in a position to be successful.
Clifford Clarke
OVERVIEW
The Associate Degree in Psychology is an introductory programme in Psychology. It focuses on the broad field of psychology to enable the graduates to understand introductory psychology principles and methodologies, which should provide them with the necessary qualifications to enter a bachelor’s degree programme in psychology.
This programme is an excellent training option for anyone who has an aptitude for skills needed in counselling, communication and interpersonal relationships. It also addresses the needs of a wide cross section of individuals, whether there is a long-term objective to pursue a career in the field of psychology within an organization, or to become a social researcher.
Possible Career Opportunities
The course is designed that a student having completed the Associate Degree is equipped with the skills, knowledge and competencies that will prepare him/her for entry-level professional positions in human services and other related employment opportunities.
Graduates can seek career paths in:
- Correctional Services
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Law Enforcement
- Hospitality
- Human Services
- Human Resource Management
- Medical Services
- Public Relations
- Psychology
- Social work
- Sport
Courses include:
- Abnormal Psychology
- Ethics for the Helping Profession
- Introduction to Counselling Psychology
- Introduction to Psychology I
- Caribbean Studies
- Introduction to Sociology
- Research Methods II (Behavioural, Cognitive and Physiological)
- Dynamics of Intra and Inter Personal Relationship
Requirements:
- Five (5) passes in subjects at CSEC or GCE O’Level including English ‘A’ or English Language and Mathematics.
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4 Years
- Advanced Standing (For Diploma Graduates)
- Early Childhood Education
- Literacy Studies
- Primary Education
- Secondary Education: Business & Information Technology
- Secondary Mathematics
4 Years
- Business Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Hospitality, Entertainment & Tourism
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Social Work
- Computer Science
3 Years
- Business Studies
- Computer Servicing & Electronics
- Criminial Justice
- Early Childhood Education
- Environmental Studies
- Hospitality, Entertainment & Tourism
- Management Information Systems
- Psychology
- Social Work
2 Years
- CSEC Calsses (Math, English Language, Business, Art and Science Subjects)
- Pre-University Studies (Arts and Sciences)
- Pre-College
- C.A.P (In collaboration with NCTVET): Hospitality Services, Early Childhood Care and Development
- Center of Occupational Studies. This includes: Business Process Outsourcing and Restaurant Management
6 Months to 1 Year
- Cake Baking and Decorating
- Information Technology (IT) Essentials
- CISCO Networking
- Spanish For Beginners
Duration Varies
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- Associates of Applied Science
- Industrial Systems Operations and Maintenance
- Bachelors of Security Management and Administration
- CCCJ: Bachelors of Applied Science In Agri-Business
- TCJ: Bachelors of Secondary Education (Mathematics)
