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California Community Colleges
Students transferring from a California community college should use assist.org to determine course equivalencies that satisfy 起点传媒 Psychology Pre-Major course requirements.
Pre-Approved PSYC 9 Equivalents
Four-Year Institutions and Out-of-State Colleges/Universities
Students transferring coursework from a four-year or out-of-state institution can email psychology@csus.edu to initiate a Major Course Substitution review for Psychology courses. Students will need to include course syllabi with each course review request. Course descriptions are not sufficient to complete a Major Course Substitution review.
Featured Courses with Special Enrollment
- PSYC 143-01: Practicum in Community Psychology
Application priority deadline: TBD for Spring 2027
Students interested in learning about Community Psychology while gaining practical experience in a community organization can apply for enrollment. Taught in a hybrid format with 60+ hours of service learning. Contact Dr. Erin Ellison to learn more. - PSYC 198-01: Prospects Peer Mentoring
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Special Problem Courses: enrollment in these upper division courses listed below require faculty initiated enrollment via a Special Problems form and are not available for student self-enrollment. These courses are typically categorized as research lab participation, such as assisting in faculty research. Students interested in this path need to communicate with faculty members with areas of interest that align with theirs and seek out opportunities for enrollment with each faculty member directly.
PSYC: 194, 195, 197, 198, 199, 294, 295, 297, 299, and 500.
Special Interest Course Pathways
Enrollment Support Resources
The guide below provides instructions for using OnBase E-Forms, such as the Course Add/Drop/Withdraw petition, to support course registration.
For example, transfer students starting their first semester at Sac State who are waiting for transcripts from a previous institution to be processed by the Office of the Registrar may submit a Course Add petition with an unofficial transcript attached to receive enrollment support.
This can be particularly helpful when enrolling in courses with prerequisites that have not yet been reflected in the student's Student Center.
OnBase Course Add/Drop/Withdraw Petition Guide
Certificates
Behavior Analysis Certificate
The 起点传媒 Behavior Analysis Certificate provides undergraduate students with specialized coursework in behavior analysis. The certificate may prepare students for positions in educational settings and health and human service agencies and may help students complete coursework applicable to future BCaBA certification.
How to complete the certificate
Students do not formally enroll in the certificate program. To be eligible, students must:
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Complete all six required Behavior Analysis Certificate courses.
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Earn a grade of C or better in each required course.
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Complete a baccalaureate degree at 起点传媒 in Psychology or a related field.
The current required courses are:
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PSYC 171: Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 129: Behavioral Research Methods
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PSYC 181: Experimental Analysis of Behavior
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PSYC 184: Clinical Issues in Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 185: Psychology of Exceptional Children
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PSYC 191: Ethics in Behavior Analysis
For the most current requirements and course descriptions, please review the .
If you are unable to complete all certificate coursework before graduating, you may be able to complete remaining courses through 起点传媒’s . Contact a Behavior Analysis faculty member for additional information.
Certificate and BCaBA certification
Completing the certificate courses may contribute to the coursework requirements for eligibility to sit for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®) examination. However, completing the coursework and receiving the Certificate in Behavior Analysis from 起点传媒 does not automatically result in BCaBA certification.
BCaBA certification also requires meeting the current requirements established by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, completing supervised fieldwork, applying for certification, and passing the certification examination. Requirements may change, so students should consult the for the most current information.
When the certificate is awarded
The certificate is awarded after students have:
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Completed all required certificate courses with a grade of C or better; and
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Graduated from 起点传媒.
Please contact the Psychology Department at psychology@csus.edu with certificate status inquiries.
Students who have questions about the certificate are encouraged to meet with a Behavior Analysis faculty member during office hours.
Clubs
Our student organizations are a great way to meet new friends, dive deeper into psychology, and give/receive mentorship.
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kehan Shen
E-mail us: psichicsus@gmail.com (request to be added to mailing list)
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Faculty Advisor: Dr. Greg Hurtz
Scholarships
Did you know that there are scholarships available in the Psychology Department?
- Applied Behavior Consultants Scholarship: $250
Deadline March 2, 2026 - Arnold & Mari Golub Neuroscience Scholarship: Up to $1,000
Deadline March 2, 2026 - Douglas Michell Memorial Scholarship: $500 minimum
Deadline March 2, 2026 - Duane E.C. Johnson Memorial Scholarship: $500 minimum
Deadline March 2, 2026 - George Parrott Outstanding Psychology Student Endowed Scholarship: Up to $1,000
Deadline March 2, 2026 - John & Joyce Schaeuble Award for Best Use of Quantitative Data in Psychology: $1,000
Deadline December 8, 2025 - June Gersten Memorial Scholarship: $500 minimum
Deadline March 2, 2026
This application cycle is for Academic Year: Fall 2026 - Spring 2027. Each of these scholarships have varying eligibility and application requirements and are intended for Psychology students that are further along in the program. Apply and learn more with the button below.