Through our 80/40 Bridge Program, students in North County are able to complete their B.A. degree through Antioch University Santa Barbara in Santa Maria on the Allan Hancock College campus. The concentrations offered in Santa Maria are Applied Psychology, Entrepreneurship & Multimedia Communication, and Child, Family and Society. These programs are offered in a cohort delivery model. Students who have completed 80 transferable semester units (that equals 120 quarter credits) can complete their B.A. degree in 7 quarters going to school part-time on the weekends.
AUSB – Allan Hancock College Bridge Program Brochure (PDF 3MB)
Antioch’s undergraduate concentration in Applied Psychology is designed to provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the theory and practice of psychology. A strong emphasis is placed on the contexts that influence the behavior and development of children, adolescents, adults and families.
The concentration in Applied Psychology is especially designed for students who want to work in the field of mental health and related areas. The intensive and well-rounded curriculum also provides an excellent foundation for continued graduate study in clinical psychology as well as other psychology related areas.
Building upon Antioch University’s long history and tradition of experiential learning, our faculty brings real world experience and context to the classroom. Our Psychology faculty includes professionals from the fields of mental health intervention and clinical psychology who practice in both private and organizational settings.
Required Applied Psychology Courses
Prerequisite: General Psychology*; Personality Theory**; Chemical Dependency**
LBS302A Educational Foundations
COM310 Academic Writing
LBS389 Research Methods & Statistics
PSY327 Child and Adolescent Development
PSY361 Adult Development & Ageing
PSY313 Cultural Competence in Human Services
PSY343 Theories of Learning and Cognition
PSY344 Social Psychology
LBS369 Ethical & Legal Issues in Human Services
PSY368 Family Systems & Family Therapy
PSY362 Psychopathology
PSY365 Crisis Assessment & Response
PSY320 Counseling Theory and Technique
PSY345 Community Psychology and Social Change
PSY324 Effective Interventions in Mental Health
PSY364 Principles of Group Counseling
PSY366 Clinical Skills: Adults
PSY367 Clinical Skills: Children & Adolescents
LBS303A Service Learning in the Community
LBS308A Capstone
* Not offered at Antioch University; may be completed at other educational institutions and transferred in. Courses not taught at AUSB may be obtained through transcript, independent study, concurrent enrollment, or documentation of prior experiential learning.
** Offered at Santa Barbara campus only; it is recommended students complete these courses at Allan Hancock College.
Whether the goal is a job promotion or a brand new career – AUSB’s undergraduate concentration in Entrepreneurship & Multimedia Communication is designed to provide the skills, knowledge and core competencies needed for success.
Starting with a foundation of sound management and business theory, students can take their learning further through the application of those concepts in the real world. Internships, practica and independent study give students the opportunity to gain practical experience and network in their local communities.
Building upon Antioch University’s long history and tradition of experiential learning, our faculty brings real world experience and context to the classroom. Our Business faculty includes professionals from all areas of the business world, including corporate and not-for-profit.
Entrpreneurship & Multimedia Communication Courses
LBS302A Educational Foundations
COM310 Academic Writing
MGT368 Principles of Management
MGT369A Budgets and Finance
MGT364 Human Resource Management
MGT374 Organizational Strategy and Culture
MGT375 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
MGT366A Marketing Principles and Practices
MGT355 Intercultural Communication
MGT361 Global Economics
MGT377 e-Business and e-Commerce
MGT378 Entrepreneurship
MGT376 Sustainable Business Practices
MGT380 Web Marketing Applications: Social Media Marketing
MGT381 Small Business Development
MGT382 Innovation and Business Models
MGT384 Qualitative Market Research
MGT373 Technology and Business
LBS303A Service Learning in the Community
LBS308A Capstone
Antioch’s concentration in Child, Family and Society provides a responsive educational program for experienced early educators or those just beginning their career. Antioch’s experiential approach recognizes the value of life experience while offering carefully sequenced courses designed to challenge assumptions, enhance knowledge and promote critical participation in the field.
CFS takes a systems approach to the important role of families and schools as nurturing settings to support thriving child development, in a fast changing society. Within a community of learners, CFS students will explore contemporary issues in early childhood education, child development and learning theory, inquiry and contemporary research in ECE, models of early education, developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children and the important laws and requirements related to the field. Specific focus will be given to the partnership between families and school settings, access and inclusion, and cultural competence.
With an Antioch BA degree, concentration in Child Family and Society, you will be prepared to be a leader and advocate for the holistic development of young children in your classroom, your school and your community.
Child, Family, & Society (CFS) Course
LBS302A Educational Foundations
COM310 Academic Writing
CFS300 Current Issues in Child, Family & Society
CFS301A Inquiry Methods
PSY340 Theories of Personality
LBS359A Understanding Diversity in the Contemporary World
CFS303 Child Psychology
PSY343 Theories of Learning and Cognition
CFS306 Language Acquisition and Development
CFS304 Models of Early Childhood Education
CFS305 Curriculum Development for Young Children
COM358 Group Dynamics
PSY344 Social Psychology
CFS398A-E Child, Family, & Society Practica
LBS303A Service Learning in the Community
CFS308 Capstone
