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Erin Black

Pronouns: she, her
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 Development
Psychology 51 Psychology in Everyday Life
Psychology 102 Research Methods
Psychology 104 Social Psychology

Office Hours for FALL 2025: 


MONDAYS: 8:30am - 9:30am, In-Office, Founder’s Hall 160 H
TUESDAYS:  9am - 11am ONLINE- ZOOM link found in syllabus
WEDNESDAYS: 12:45pm - 2:45pm In office, Founder’s Hall 160 H