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Post University Transfer Credit · Psychology 180

PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Abnormal Psychology — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Abnormal Psychology — transfers as PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective at Post University
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Abnormal Psychology
Psychology 180 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Post University recognizes as
PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: PSY 2XX
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of abnormal psychology, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Define and delineate the scope of abnormal psychology
  • ✓Identify and articulate the symptoms and diagnostic criteria of common psychological disorders
  • ✓Analyze the contributions of biological, cognitive, behavioral, sociocultural, and developmental factors to abnormal behavior
  • ✓Evaluate the effectiveness of diverse treatment modalities for psychological disorders and assess associated ethical considerations
  • ✓Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios by engaging in case studies and practical exercises
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to abnormal psychology & the DSM Research methods in abnormal psychology Biological & neurological perspectives Psychodynamic & psychoanalytic approaches Behavioral & learning perspectives Cognitive approaches & CBT Humanistic-existential perspectives Sociocultural & diathesis-stress models Anxiety, OCD & trauma-related disorders Mood disorders & suicide prevention Substance use disorders Psychotic & schizophrenia spectrum disorders Personality disorders Eating & dissociative disorders Lifespan development disorders (ADHD, autism) Legal, ethical & treatment considerations
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective.

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  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Post University
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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Abnormal Psychology → Post.

📚 About Abnormal Psychology
What is Abnormal Psychology?
Abnormal Psychology is a college-level course that explores psychological disorders, their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. It is Psychology 180 — a standard lower-division course worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to analyze human behavior, apply key theoretical frameworks, evaluate research findings, and think critically about social and psychological phenomena — skills valued in counseling, education, research, and social services.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours in Psychology. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across various NCCRS and ACE cooperating colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted as follows: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignment · 50% Final Exam. A score of 70 or above is required to pass.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS or ACE credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by various NCCRS and ACE cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective at Post
What does 'Elective credit' mean at Post University?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a Post degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every Post degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my Post degree?
Post's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check Post's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Abnormal Psychology for Post electives even though it's a social science course?
Yes. The Articulation Agreement explicitly recognizes UPI Study's Abnormal Psychology as elective credit at Post, regardless of subject area. Post accepts transfer credit across disciplines as long as the credit comes from an approved provider with NCCRS or ACE recommendations.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at Post?
Up to the overall 25% transfer cap (30 credits for the Bachelor's). Post doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your Post degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Abnormal Psychology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Abnormal Psychology for your Post credit.

What is Abnormal Psychology?

Abnormal Psychology is the study of patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that may be distressing, disruptive, or outside typical functioning, and how psychologists understand and respond to them. It looks at how mental disorders are defined, how they are diagnosed using systems like the DSM, and what biological, psychological, and social factors may contribute to them.

How the course teaches you

Abnormal Psychology (Psychology 180) is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, one assignment, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignment, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish and your transcript is sent, Post University can review the course for transfer and apply it as PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective, which counts as elective credit in a Post degree plan.

How it helps beyond the classroom

This course gives a practical framework for understanding mental health concerns, how they are diagnosed, and what treatment options may be considered, which can be useful in workplace settings and everyday interactions. At Post, the transfer lands as PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective, so it can support programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science by adding credit toward elective requirements and total hours.

Skills you walk away with

Identify common psychological disorders and their diagnostic criteriaExplain the DSM and the scope of abnormal psychologyCompare biological, cognitive, behavioral, and sociocultural explanations of mental disordersEvaluate treatment approaches such as CBT and other therapiesApply theory to case studies and real-world examplesRecognize ethical issues in assessment and treatmentDescribe risk factors and warning signs related to suicide prevention

Taking this course toward Post

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for Post University review. Post's registrar applies eligible credit as PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective, and because it is treated as an elective equivalency, it can help meet elective requirements and contribute to the total credits needed in a Post program. Post is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit, but the transfer ceiling is still 30 credits, or 25% of the degree. Students should plan this course as one part of that limit, especially if they are working toward an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want psychology credit that Post can recognize as PSY 2XX – Psychology Elective without needing it to fill a specific major requirement. It may work well for degree-completion students, adult learners, or students planning around Post's transfer limit of up to 30 credits, especially if they need elective credit rather than a direct major course. It is not the best choice for someone who needs a highly specialized psychology course that maps to a required major sequence at Post.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Post University.