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ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Objective | Program Structure | Teaching Approach | Program Curriculum | Assessment Methods
Admission Criteria | Academic Progression | Membership | Application Procedure | Student Pass Application | Deferment Policy | Administrative Details
OBJECTIVE back to top
The Associate of Arts in Psychology & Mental Health Studies (Diploma in Psychology) program is specially devised for young learners, preparing them for advanced tertiary studies in the vibrant field of psychology. The American-based curriculum focuses on psychological theories applied to individuals, couples, families and groups. Our innovative, engaging program creates a foundation for making knowledge work in the real world (see Testimonies). The program is delivered by practicing professional counselors and provides dynamic experiential learning centered on the application of theory to real-life situations. The Associate of Arts program places its graduates in advanced standing for a degree in psychology.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE back to top
This is a 2-year full time program with daily lectures, tutorials and practicum sessions totaling 1,800 contact hours.

* Information is correct as at the time of publication. LEE Community College reserves the right to change the program structure and schedules from time to time, before and after a student has registered, without prior notice.
TEACHING APPROACH back to top
The College’s training approach is based on adult experiential learning principles in which the student is regarded as the most important ingredient in the learning process. The curriculum and interactive learning environment provide the opportunity to discuss, apply, test, reflect, evaluate and acquire hands-on skills. You are also required to do a large part of your study in your own time. Skills gained can be introduced immediately into the students’ personal and academic lives.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM back to top
AAP 01 : Introduction to Basic Psychology 1
AAP 02 : Introduction to Basic Psychology 2
AAP 03 : Developmental Psychology
AAP 04 : Cognitive Psychology
AAP 05 : Human Communication
AAP 06 : Personal Psychology
AAP 07 : Brain & Behavior
AAP 08 : Abnormal Psychology
AAP 09 : Organizational Psychology
AAP 10 : Critical Thinking
AAP 11 : Introduction to Counseling
AAP 12 : Mathematics
AAP 13 : Statistics 1
AAP 14 : Statistics 2
AAP 15 : Emotion, Cognition & Motivation
AAP 16 : Social Psychology
AAP 17 : Educational Psychology
AAP 18 : Cross-cultural Psychology
AAP 19 : English
AAP 20 : Academic Writing
AAP 21 : Practicum

* Information is correct as at the time of publication. LEE Community College reserves the right to change the information, content and curriculum from time to time, before and after a student has registered, without prior notice.
ASSESSMENT METHODS back to top
Students undertake assessments at the end of each module, not end of term examinations, to demonstrate knowledge, competence and understanding. Assessments enable application and reflection on skill development. Students are assessed using a variety of methods including tests, essays, interviews, videotaped role-plays, and module-specific projects. Upon successful completion of the 2-year program, students will be awarded both the Associate of ArtsT in Psychology & Mental Health Studies by the American University for Humanities and the Diploma in Psychology by LEE Community College.

T In the US, an Associate of Arts Degree is equivalent to the Singapore Standard Diploma, which is an undergraduate program.
* Information is correct as at the time of publication. LEE Community College reserves the right to change the information and curriculum assessment from time to time, before and after a student has registered, without prior notice.
ADMISSION CRITERIA back to top
Applicants should be at least 17 years of age and possess at least 5 ‘O’ level credits, including English or an equivalent recognized qualification. In lieu of the academic qualifications, applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis and if admitted will be required to take up a 6-month bridging course with LEE Community College.
ACADEMIC PROGRESSION back to top


+ Completion of B.A. is dependent upon student’s results.
* This diploma may not qualify anyone to set up a private counseling practice. Employment is solely at the discretion of the employer.
MEMBERSHIP back to top
Students of our Associate Degree program are eligible* to apply as a student-member with:-
* Terms and conditions vary with each association and apply accordingly. Membership is at the sole discretion of the association.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE back to top
Interested applicants are required to submit the following:
  • Duly-completed application form
  • Certified true copies of highest education certificates and transcripts
  • Photocopy of NRIC or passport
  • 2 passport-sized photographs
  • Registration Fee (non-refundable)
  • Downpayment
Please make cheque payable to: LEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE PTE LTD

Place is confirmed only upon receipt of payment. Reservations will not be entertained.
STUDENT PASS APPLICATION back to top

The College undertakes the application of student passes for foreign students at a nominal fee of S$100, only upon receipt of the registration fee and downpayment. Foreign students are responsible to duly submit all necessary documentation for this purpose. While the College will make every effort to apply the student passes, successful applications are at the sole discretion of the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA).

In the event that the student pass application is not approved by the ICA, 90% of the downpayment will be refunded. However, the nominal fee and registration fee are non-refundable.

DEFERMENT POLICY back to top

In the event of deferment, students will have to officially give the College 14 days’ written notice with supporting documentation, failing which the refund policy applies.

ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS back to top
Interest-Free Installment Plan 1st & 2nd Year
Class Intake 2008 March
Registration Fee S$100 (non-refundable)
(S$107 with GST)
Downpayment S$1,800
(S$1,926 with GST)
4 Semester installments S$12,000 (4 installments of S$3,000)
(S$12,840 with GST)
Enquiries (65) 6221 3326

* All fees are subject to prevailing GST.
* All fee payments to be made in cash or cheque only.
* Textbooks are not included in the fees.
* LEE Community College reserves the right to change the fees and payment schedules of the program from time to time, before and after a student has registered, without prior notice.
* Refund Policy is stated on the Application Form.
 


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