Grade 11-12. One semester. Prerequisite is prior completion of a Social Studies course.

Psychology is the scientific study of human and animal behavior.  The course’s goal is to help students better understand individual behavior and the world around them.  This college-prep course will provide students with an opportunity to apply psychological concepts to real life situations through hands-on learning, in-class demonstrations, and student-centered projects.  Students will explore and reflect on various topics, including: scientific research, developmental psychology, learning theories, abnormal behavior, therapy, and social psychology.