AP Psychology
College-level survey of the major theories and perspectives in psychology with emphasis on how biological, cognitive, and social processes shape behavior. Students connect concepts to real-life scenarios, research findings, and classic experiments, building analysis, and communication skills aligned to the AP framework.
| Credits | 10 (year-long) |
| UC A–G Area | G — College-Preparatory Elective (confirm on UCOP A–G list) |
| Level & GPA Weight | AP (weighted; confirm UCOP/district policy) |
| Recommended Grades | G10–G12 |
| Prerequisites | Completion of Grade 9 English. |
| Textbook | Myers’ Psychology for AP, 2nd Edition, ISBN-13: 978-1464113079. The student prepares the hard-copy textbook. |
Major Units & Topics
- Introduction to Psychology & Perspectives
- Research Methods
- Biology of Behavior (Brain, Sensation & Perception)
- Consciousness
- Learning; Memory
- Thinking & Intelligence
- Developmental Psychology
- Personality
- Motivation & Emotion
- Abnormal Psychology & Treatments
- Social Psychology
Unit scope aligns with the LCP AP Psychology syllabus.
Delivery Options & Tuition
| Model | What’s Included | Live Hours | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Asynchronous | Self-paced modules, graded work, email Q&A | — | $1,098 |
| Teacher-Guided Asynchronous | Instructor pacing, periodic check-ins, grading & feedback | ~ 8 hrs | $1,988.5 |
| Mini-One-on-One | Targeted coaching, FRQ practice, concept clinics | ~20 hrs | $2,380 |
| One-on-One | Fully personalized instruction & pacing | ~36–40 hrs | Varies ($119/hr) |
Time & Workload Expectations
- 80 to 90 hours in total, including independent work (and live sessions where applicable), assignment completion, studying to review the tests and quizzes.
Grading & Course Policies
| Category | Weight |
|---|---|
| Classwork / homework / projects | 20% |
| Tests/Quizzes | 20% |
| Midterm | 30% |
| Final Test | 30% |
- Unit tests: Required to earn course credit; complete sentences expected on FRQs.
- Readiness & preparation: Students should arrive having reviewed prior material and assigned readings.
- Class norms: For live sessions, bring required materials; minimize tardiness; device use limited to instructional purposes.
Additional Notes
- Pacing Guide: Personalized plan aligned to your start/end dates and seasonal schedules.
- Accessibility: Reasonable accommodations available—please notify the counselor/instructor during onboarding.
- Parent Updates: Periodic progress check-ins available upon request.