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Erin Black

Title: Professor - Psychology
Department: School of Behavioral & Social Sciences
Office: Founders Hall 160H
Unit: MJC

Biography

My name is Erin Black and I am a full-time instructor of Psychology at Modesto Junior College. I have been teaching at MJC since 2015. I love it! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, a Master's Degree in Social Work, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Prior to teaching full-time at MJC, I worked as a mental health therapist in a public and private practice. I'm happy to offer guidance to students who are interested in pursuing a career in mental health as a therapist, counselor, or clinician. 

In addition to teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, playing tennis, gardening, and planning for our next trip.  I look forward to meeting my students each semester, and I love helping students achieve their academic goals.

Courses I am currently teaching at MJC include:
Psychology 101 General Psychology
Psychology 105 Abnormal PsychologyPsychology 130 Personal Adjustment
Courses I have previously taught at MJC:
Psychology 141 Human Lifespan DevelopmentPsychology 51 Psychology in Everyday LifePsychology 102 Research MethodsPsychology 104 Social Psychology
Office Hours for SPRING 2025: 
MONDAYS: 12:45pm-2:45 pm ONLINE- ZOOM link found in syllabusTUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: 11:15am - 12:45pm In office, Founder’s Hall 160 H