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Psychology

Psychology is a broad and important field that combines basic science with practical applications for everyday life. This field encourages critical thinking and sharpens your skills in understanding people, making it a fascinating way to study one of the most complex phenomena on the planet.

In our program, you’ll dive into scientific methods to understand and predict behavior, develop strategies for behavior change, and assess treatment approaches. You’ll explore various areas like social psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, and more.

Department Chair

Jennifer Ounjian
510.215.4938
jounjian@contracosta.edu
General Education Building, Room 309A

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It amazes me. When I look back, I think, How did I do that? I don’t know how I did it. It was hard, but I’m happy about how it turned out.Marisol Contreras