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49 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

PSY 101Applied Psychology3.00

This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they apply to daily life. Topics include perception, emotions, motivation, adjustment, behavior management, communication, and related topics that promote growth and development on the job and in one's perso nal life. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles learned in this class to everyday living. Classroom Hours (3.00) 315

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2023-2024
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
PSY 101General Psychology

Designed as a foundation course and prerequisite to other psychology courses, general psych

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 102Introduction to Psychology3

Fall Semester Total Hours: 18

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 105HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT I 3 0 03

7 The course is designed to give students a theoretical background and practical knowledge in the application of genera.I principles in child development. Conception through infancy is covered,

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
PSY 106HUMAN, GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT II 3 0 03

3 A course designed to give the student an understanding of the development of the human being from toddlerhood to middle childhood. The student will study the motor, speech, emotional, social and intellectual development of the child during this stage. 91

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
.PSY 105 or Instructor's permission.
PSY 107HUMAN, GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT JII 3 0 03

A study, of the physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the adolescent and the factors influencing the social acceptance and.development of self concept. The home environment and.the development of moral values in the adolescent will be emphasized. PSY 110 PRINCIPLES OF PSYCHOLOGY 3 0 0 3 The course presents a study of human behavior in terms of perception, motivation, Jeaming, personality, environment, and emotion. The student is introduced to the fundamentals of abnormal behavior and therapies. PSY lll HUMANGROWTHANDDEVELOPMENT-LIFE SPAN . 3 0 0 3 This course is designed to give students theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of human development. PSY 121 EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I 3 0 0 3 The course is designed to introduce the student to the guidelines and objectives basic to educating prewschool and K~3 exceptional children. Emphasis is placed on identification, diagnosis, and methods of teaching a variety of exceptiona1 children. PSY 122 EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN II 3 0 0 3 The course continues the study of exceptional children. Emphasis is placed on teaching techniques to use when working with exceptional children. T-PSY 150 INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS 3 0 0 3 The course provides a framework for understanding the self, other people, and communiw cations or transactions between people. Each student wi1l do a selfwanalysis and, if he wishes, will setup a goal to accomplish for himself during the course. The primary focus of the course is personal awareness and growth. PSY 201 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 3 0 0 3 The course provides the groundwork for a basic introduction to general psychology. The principal areas of history, awareness, learning, and the self are covered, Specific topics include personality, memory, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, and consciousness. PSY 202 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT 3 0 0 3 Emphasis in the course is placed on psychological principles of the 1ife span, adjustment and abnormality, and social psychology. Specific topics include aging, death and dying, stress, therapies, holistic health, and social behavior. REL 105 WORLD RELIGIONS 5 0 0 5 A survey of the great religions of the world and their interrelationships. Religions covered include Christianity, Islam, Judaism, BuddhiSJll, Hinduism, and Confucianism. ROG 098 FUNDAMENTALSOFREADING 3 0 0 3 The course is designed to help the student improve his reading Comprehension skills and vocabulary. Readings in the student's HeJd of interest will help prepare the student for entry into his chosen curriculum. Eligibility is determined by placement test This course carries institutional credit for tuition and financial aid purposes; it does not count toward credit for graduation. 92

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
PSY 106 or Instructor's permissfr~n. none none none PSY 121 or Instructor's permission. none none none none
PSY 109Basic Human Relations

This course is designed to aid the student in studying the basic principles of individual and group behavior; to help the student gain insight that will foster a healthier personality; to help the student to better understand himself and others as well as learning to accept individual differences t~ough group therapy.

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 1101Human Relations

A study of basic principles of human behavior. The problems of the individual are studied in relation to society, group membership, and relationships within ,the work situation.

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None.
PSY 111HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT-LIFE

SPAN 3 0 O 3 This courSe is designed to give students theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of human development.

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
PSY 1111Seminar in Personal Development

An overriding purpose governs this course: A Human Services specialist must have a thorough knowledge of self and his self-concept before his actions can be effective in helping other people. The seminar in Personal Development will include instructional activities which ,bring about self-awareness: (1) in communications, (2) Of self-identity, (3) of group identity, (4) of self-behavior, and (5) of group behavior. The majority of instruction is in the form of group activities.

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
PSY 1114Psychology5

Emphasizes individual, family, and community physical and mental health and assists students In developing attitudes basic to effective nursing of 92 ""'"~"·""'-'""'··-·,··=·---~·~·=~-~"""~·-···---- ,,_ 33 patients of all ages and backgrounds. 33 33 MAT 1119 Math 2 0 2 33 This course includes a review of basic principles. of mathematics with an 66 introduction to new principles necessary for pharmacology. 374 NUR 1102 lab 0 10 3 An introduction to the basic fundamentals and procedures of nursing developed through planned laboratory experiences. 264 22 SECOND. QUARTER 22 22 NUR 1106 L.P.N. Clinical Lab 4 12 8 22 Clinical activites provide introduction to actual patient care through se~ 44 lected clinical assignments requiring application to current classroom and 396 laboratory learnings. PN E 1102 Pediatrics 3 0 3 An introduction to care of the sick child including discussions of the most 264 common illness conditions and growth and development of the child. 22 22 PNE 1105 Medical-Surgical Nursing 3 0 3 22 An introduction to common medical-surgical condition including infection 22 control, rehabilitation, and pre-operative and post-operative care. 22 22 PNE 1108 Obstetrics 3 0 3 396 An. introduction to maternity nursing, including pre-natal care and anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system. PNE 1111 Pharmacology 3 0 3 This course includes an introdcution to the basic fundamentals of pharm- acology, administration of medications and legal aspects. NUR 1103 Lab 0 6 2 This course is a continuation of NUR 1102 including more complex nursing skills and techniques. 5 0 5 THIRD QUARTER

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 114Principles of Human Learning 3 O3

An analysis of the processes important in learning. Major concepts in thinking, learning, and development are emphasized. Attention is given to measurement, guidance, materi.als, and learning situations.

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 118Interpersonal Psychology ()3.00

This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development. Classroom Hours (3.00)

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
199023-undated-montgomery.edu
Source
sftp.montgomery.edu
PSY 121EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I 3 O O3

The course is designed to introduce the student to the guidelines and objectives basic to educating pre-school and K~3 exceptional children. Emphasis is placed on identification, diagnosis, and methods of teaching a variety of exceptional children. PSY 122 .EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN II 3 0 0 3 The course continues the study of exceptional children. Emphasis is placed on teaching techniques to use when working with exceptional children. T-PSY 150 INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS 3 O O 3 ~he course provides a framework for understanding the self, other people, and communi- cations or transactions between people. Each student will do a self-analysis and, if he wishes, wi11 set up a goal to accomplish for himself/herself during the course. The primary focus of the course is personal awareness and growth.

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none PSY 121 or Instructor's permission. none
PSY 122Exceptional Children II

T-EDU 126 Child Guidance T'EDU 131 Methods and Materials of Teaching Math T-NUT 102 Nutrition for Young Children 2nd Quarter - Winter T-EDU 132 Methods and Materials of Teaching Reading y T-EDU 135 Science & Social Studies for Young Children

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 141Psychology of Death & Dying 3 0 03

This course presents psychological perspectives on death and dying. Topics include the culturally diverse aspects of death and the grieving process, adjustment mechanisms, interventions, and the psychological and ethical dimensions of death and dying. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the psychosocial aspects of death and dying.

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
PSY 150General Psychology3.00

This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 170General Psychology

Credits: 3

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 201INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY' S' 05

The course presents an introductory study of psychology. The course Includes the study of behavior in the areas of motivation, preception, learning, intelligence, personality, and the fun- damentals of therapy. T·PSY 206 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 3 0 The course presents a study of .behavior in terms of perception, motivation, learning, heredity, en- vironment, emotion. The student is introduced to different areas and specializations within the field of psychology. 38

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
None None
PSY 202PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT 3 O O3

Emphasis·in the course is placed on psychological principles of the life span, adjustment and abnormality, and social psychology. Specific topics-include aging, death and dying, stress, therapies, holistic health, and social behavior.

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
Prerequisite
none
PSY 203Educational Psychology

This course surveys current psychological research and theory to address issues of

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 204Developmental Psychology: Lifespan,Human Development

The data, concepts, theories, models, and methods of contemporary psychology are focused on the ph

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 206Abnormal Psychology

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 206Applied Psychology . ta · the

A stud of the principles of psychology that ~ be of ~ss1~ nee 1~ undersknding of inter-personal relations on the JOb. Motiva~on, fe~m~6 and emotions are considered with particular referen~e o on- .e:io problems. Other topics investigated are empl?ye~ selecti?n, superv1s10nj job satisfaction and industrial conflicts. Attention 1s also g~en t<;> p~r~on~ and group dynainics so that the student may learn to apply e prmc1b es f mental hygiene to his adjustment problems as a worker and a mem er o the general community.

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 208Theories of Personality

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 210Educational Psychology3

Fourth Semester Total Hours: 13

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 216Social Psychology

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 216Abnormal Psychology3

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Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 220Research Methods in the Social and,Behavioral Sciences

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 221XExperimental Psychology,Behavioral Sciences

Credits: 3 credits

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 225Psychology of Childhood and Adolescence3
Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 225Child Development

Credits: 3

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 237Social Psychology3.00

This course introduces the study of individual behavior within social contexts. Topics include affiliation, attitude formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression, attribution, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of social influences on behavior. Classroom Hours (3.00).

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 241Developmental Psychology3.00

This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. This course has been approved for transfer under the ICAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences. Classroom Hours (3.00) Requisite courses: Take PSY-150 (Required, Previous)

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 250Psychology of Personality

Psychology of Personality is a scientific study of the origins of individual differences in thought, emot

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 255Intro to Exceptionality P/C 3 0 03

PSY 265 Behavior Modification P/C 3 0 0 3 SAB 137 Co-Dependency 3 0 0 3 SAB 210 Substance Abuse Counseling 2 2 0 3

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 256Theories of Personality3
Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 263Educational Psychology J. !! !! J

Total 19 2 0 20 •t••lT&J11BBtw1a111a~r•r•1••11m1 r1•f•111nw11111i1-11111~t111 L1•1111ra1111PJ11111.•a111•,11~11111 + Early Childhood Instructional Certificate is designed for the student who plans to seek employment or to upgrade his/her skills in working with preschool and primary school grade children. ++Early Childhood Business and Management Certificate is designed for the student who plans to seek employment in day care administration. 103

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 264Counseling Techniques2
Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 269Internship I

See the "Academic Policies" section of the current HCC Catalog for internship guidelines. Inter

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 270Life-Span Developmental Psychology

Credits: 3

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 271Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology investigates the application of psychological principles and resear

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 273Industrial-Organizational Psychology

Credits: 3

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 275Social Psychology

Credits: 3

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 276Abnormal Psychology

Abnormal Psychology is the study of psychopathology, its causes, its symptoms, and its tre

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
rockvalleycollege.smartcatalogiq.com
PSY 280Life-Span Human Development (3) OR Social and Behavioral Science Elective (IAI)3

Third Semester Total Hours: 15

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 281Abnormal Psychology ()3.00

This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders, as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspectives of the study of psychopathology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. Upon 319

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
cr.
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
www.montgomery.edu
PSY 286Social Psychology3

Third Semester Total Hours: 15

Subject
PSY
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.kish.edu
PSY 290Independent Study

Students will complete an individualized plans of study in the academic subject. The faculty member and stude

Subject
PSY
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
hagerstowncc.smartcatalogiq.com

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