⭐ In a world where mental health has taken center stage, the significance of empathetic and gifted mental health professionals cannot be overstated. Who better to embrace this vital role than our remarkable 2e students? Renowned for their exceptional empathy, these individuals possess a unique capacity to understand and support others.

Enroll in this transformative program and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intellectual growth through the study of college-level psychology. Together, we will delve into the fascinating realms of cognitive development, personalities, influential psychologists, groundbreaking theories, and diagnoses. Yet, above all, students will gain profound insight into themselves and their neurodiversity, unraveling the intricate layers of their own minds.

This rigorous college-level psychology course empowers students to:

✅ Engage in Inquiry-Based Investigations: Embrace a scientific and systematic approach to the study of human behavior and mental processes. Through inquiry-based investigations, students will actively explore the core concepts of psychology, conducting research, gathering evidence, and critically analyzing the factors that shape our thoughts, emotions, and actions.

✅ Uncover the Biological Bases of Behavior: Investigate the intricate interplay between biology and behavior, delving into the physiological mechanisms that underlie human cognition, emotion, and motivation. Explore the fascinating world of neuroscience, genetics, and brain structure to unravel the mysteries of human consciousness.

✅ Grasp the Complexity of Sensation and Perception: Analyze how our senses shape our understanding of the world and delve into the intriguing processes of perception. From visual illusions to auditory sensations, students will uncover the intricate mechanisms by which our brain interprets and constructs our perceptual experiences.

✅ Explore Learning, Cognition, and Motivation: Investigate the cognitive processes that drive learning, memory, and problem-solving. Understand how motivation influences our behavior and drives our pursuit of goals. Through psychological experiments and theoretical frameworks, students will gain insight into the intricacies of human cognition.

✅ Traverse Developmental Psychology: Examine the lifelong process of human development, from infancy to old age. Explore the factors that shape our personalities, social interactions, and identity formation. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the psychological milestones and challenges that individuals encounter across the lifespan.

✅ Navigate Testing, Individual Differences, and Abnormal Behavior: Explore the assessment of human behavior and individual differences. Examine psychological testing methods and interpret psychological assessments. Investigate the treatment and understanding of abnormal behavior, cultivating empathy and compassion for individuals navigating mental health challenges.

✅ Unveil the Dynamics of Social Psychology: Delve into the fascinating realm of social interactions and group behavior. Examine the impact of social influence, prejudice, and interpersonal relationships on our thoughts, feelings, and actions. Understand the complexities of human social behavior and the factors that shape our social identities.

By embarking on this illuminating academic expedition, students will not only acquire an in-depth understanding of psychology but will also develop invaluable insights into their own minds and neurodiversity.

2e AP Psychology prepares students to make a profound impact as empathetic mental health professionals, armed with the knowledge, understanding, and passion to support others in their journey towards well-being.

Let’s face it, our differently-wired and twice-exceptional kiddos often have transcripts that don’t accurately reflect their intelligence or ability.

Extracurricular AP courses like this one are great opportunities to demonstrate to colleges just how bright our students truly are!

But, there is a problem… Most AP courses are so production-focused that our students drown in work…

Enter 2e AP: VOILA! This course was created to offer your child the enriching depth and complexity that they crave in a fun, safe environment where they can “nerd out” each week, ask their burning questions, and explore the metacognitive and executive function skills that colleges require along the way.

This is all done with a focus on strengths and without a heavy production load!

Benefits to enrolling in an AP Course:

✅ Get college credit! *pending a passing score

✅ Students master the “studenting” skills required in college like: year-long note-taking, studying, in-depth primary document analysis, formulaic thesis writing, winning argumentative essay structures, and more!

✅ Development of lifelong study/executive functioning skills

✅ Exploration of exciting college-level content that they crave

✅ The opportunity to demonstrate to colleges that your 2e kiddo has the intellectual ability, grit, and perseverance to take on college-level content, and ace it!

Our Record: Our average AP Score is a 4!

EXTRA SUPPORT: All students in AP courses get exclusive access to regular office hours with instructors =)

🌟 BONUS: Students make leaps and bounds in their writing. Additionally, they experiment with a wide variety of executive functioning strategies and college-level note-taking systems that can help your student thrive in college and beyond.

🌟 BONUS 2: Students love our AP courses so much that our average AP student takes 3 AP courses during their tenure here at YSA!

🌟 BONUS 3: Students LOVE the social dynamic! This year-long course is responsible for creating REAL, lasting friendships! Some students continue on just to have more time with their friends!

There is a book for purchase that will be shared upon registration.