May 11, 2024  
Academic Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Academic Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Psychology, Undergraduate

  
  • PSY 385 - Advanced Topics: Personality Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Advanced seminar course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives.  Students pursuing capstone should enroll in 485.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300  and PSY 301W  with a minimum grade of C; PSY 309  or PSY 444  with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 395 - Independent Study


    See department for details. Independent study contract required.
  
  • PSY 411 - Applied Psychological Practicum


    4 credit(s)
    Senior capstone course provides an integrated, experiential learning opportunity to motivated students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience while serving at local agencies, institutions, businesses, government, healthcare, and other approved settings in ways that are commensurate with their level of education and experience. Students who enroll in the course must attend an organizational meeting in the prior semester (or meet with the instructor individually). During the semester, students complete a minimum of 60 hours of service, practicum-related activities (e.g., activity log, learning objectives, evaluation), as well as course readings and assignments in preparation for our weekly seminar meeting and discussions.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 348W  , PSY 349W  and PSY 350  
  
  • PSY 416 - Cognitive Science


    4 credit(s)
    Cognitive scientists seek answers to questions about the nature of mind by  integrating different methods of inquiry. Doing so helps them arrive at a richer, more inclusive understanding than what can be achieved within a single discipline. Cognitive Scientists have a “home” discipline in fields like Cognitive Psychology, Philosophy, Neuroscience, Linguistics, or Computer Science (to name the dominant perspectives). However, their work is guided by an understanding of the intersections among these areas of inquiry. The point of intersection (and overlap) among disciplines is where the “truth” about big picture-issues like thinking, reasoning, intelligence, and consciousness resides. Cognitive scientists seek to uncover these truths by challenging unitary disciplinary explanations.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed); and PSY 150  with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 420 - Special Topics in Psychology


    2 or 4 credit(s)
    Special Topics is a seminar course focusing on topics of special interest to students and faculty, examples include: Psychopharmacology, Cognition, Face Perception, Personality, Sociocultural Psychology, Educational Psychology, etc. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit as topic varies.
  
  • PSY 442 - Explore Psychology in London


    2 credit(s)
    This course explores psychology through the lens of history, culture, gender, and well-being in London, England. Over 10-12 days, students will immerse themselves by visiting important historical landmarks and sites (e.g., Buckingham Palace, Tower of London), including those associated with psychology and medicine (e.g., Bethlem hospital, Freud’s home, Royal Society of Medicine). Tours and visits to arts and culture locations are also included (e.g., Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, Tate Modern). Unscheduled periods allow for exploration in small groups and opportunities for students to use photovoice methods as visual representations to represent their lived experiences, assumptions, and observations while living abroad in London.
    Offered: Every other year in Spring (May/June)

    Core Requirement(s): Coures meets International Perspectives Cornerstone Requirement
    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required.
  
  • PSY 444 - The Mind of the Artist


    4 credit(s)
    A detailed examination of scientific findings revolving around the nature of creativity and artistic temperament, including analysis of personality-based factors, creative process factors, and a host of important correlations between specific life events and the urge to make art.  Lives of artists will be featured, as will the study of a range of artistic modalities from photography to songwriting.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits) and PSY 150  with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 445 - Children and Violence


    4 credit(s)
    In this seminar, students will learn and discuss issues related to children and the culture of violence in which they live. This course will be roughly divided into three sections. Part 1 addresses children as victims of violence, including both direct (physical, sexual) and indirect (witnessing domestic violence) forms; Part 2 examines children as consumers of violence via the media (TV, music, video games, and so forth); and Part 3 investigates children who perpetrate violence ranging from those who bully peers to those with developmental psychopathologies. Although this course is heavily research based, it may be especially valuable to students who are considering careers with at-risk youths. In this seminar, students will learn and discuss issues related to children and the culture of violence in which they live. This course will be roughly divided into three sections. Part 1 addresses children as victims of violence, including both direct (physical, sexual) and indirect (witnessing domestic violence) forms; Part 2 examines children as consumers of violence via the media (TV, music, video games, and so forth); and Part 3 investigates children who perpetrate violence ranging from those who bully peers to those with developmental psychopathologies. Although this course is heavily research based, it may be especially valuable to students who are considering careers with at-risk youths.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above; PSY 150  and PSY 281  with minimum grade C; PSY 344  recommended.
  
  • PSY 448 - Mentoring in Psychology


    1-4 credit(s)
    Advanced psychology students will serve as facilitators and laboratory assistants in psychology classes in which they have previously demonstrated excellence. Mentors attend all classes and co-curricular events and complete all of the readings. Mentors will assist in classroom management, study sessions, and laboratory activities. They will work closely with faculty in developing the means to good mentoring during independent meetings with the professor outside of class. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): 15 credits in PSY.
  
  • PSY 449 - Directed Research & Community Outreach


    1-6 credit(s)
    Directed Research and Community Outreach provides students with the opportunity to participate in a research project with a psychology faculty member AND a community organization. This opportunity provides practical research experience in a community service related project, as such it does have a civic engagement designation. Research that benefits community organizations facilitates a more competitive application for graduate programs and jobs. Although this experiential may not be used as elective in Psychology, it can be used toward civic engagement requirements. As such, students or their research supervisor must submit the project proposal to the Center for Civic Engagement for inclusion in their ongoing catalog of CE projects underway in the College of Arts and Sciences. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit more than one semester for up to 6 credits.
    Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Civic Engagement.
  
  • PSY 452 - BIOPSY III: Behavioral Endocrinology


    4 credit(s)
    Explores the mediating role of hormones and their reciprocal physiological systems and how chemicals, both synthetic and natural influence behavior. A central topic of this course concerns the effect of steroid hormones on sexual and reproductive behavior (e.g., differentiation, activation, and parenting). Other topics covered include: endocrine regulation of aggressive behavior, homeostasis, stress, learning, memory, and the disrupting effects of some xenoestrogens,  psychopharmaceuticals, obesogens, and chemicals on healthy hormone regulation. This is the third course in the Department of Psychology’s Neuroscience Emphasis (PSY 252 , PSY 352 , PSY 452). Should a student choose to complete this three-course series, it is permissible to enroll in the courses out of sequence.
    Core Requirement(s): Counts as Core requirement; Sustainability.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed) and PSY 150  with minimum grade of C.
  
  
  • PSY 465 - Travel Aotearoa: Culture & Health


    2 credit(s)
    This interdisciplinary travel course uses experiential learning in Aotearoa (New Zealand) as a means of exploring themes of indigeneity, culture, and health through an emursive experience in Maori culture. The course partners with the Maori scholars, institutions, and community members on the north island of New Zealand. Cultural activities are supplemented with visits to local service agencies and sites of cultural and historic importance. Participants must pay all program fees in the academic term preceding travel. Also listed as PH 465 
    Core Requirement(s): Counts as Core requirement: International & Diverse Perspectives, and Social Systems and Human Behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): PH 265  or PSY 265 . Instructor’s Consent required. 
  
  • PSY 475 - Internship


    See department for details. Internship contract required.
  
  • PSY 480 - Capstone: Cognitive Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in cognitive psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered include Working Memory, Long term Declarative Memory, Embodied Cognition, Memory Accuracy and Illusions, Metacognition, and select topics from Narrative-and Self-studies. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll in 380.
  
  • PSY 481 - Capstone: Sociocultural Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in sociocultural psychology examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include social identity; culture and self-concept; prejudice and stereotyping; attitude formation; or persuasion and behavior change. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll in 381.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 300  and PSY 301W  with a minimum grade of C; PSY 242   PSY 308  or PSY 313  with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 482 - Capstone: Biopsychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in biopsychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Biopsychological topics include learning, perception, cognition and behavioral disorders through the lens of neurochemistry, pharmacology, endocrinology, and anatomy. Within this broad field, you may choose to focus on the biological underpinnings of human or animal behavior. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 300  and PSY 301W ; PSY 224  or PSY 252 ; PSY 352  or PSY 452  ; each with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 483 - Capstone: Psy Health & Well-Being


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in psychology of health and well-being examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include stress and coping, features of well-being rooted in positive psychology, mindfulness, and promotion and intervening in ways to promote well-being in individuals and communities. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 202  or PSY 211 ; PSY 300  and PSY 301W ; PSY 310 , PSY 356  or PSY 357 ; each with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 484 - Capstone: Developmental Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in developmental psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered in the course will vary; examples may include but not be limited to modern approaches to attachment theory, identity formation, infancy, child abuse, and developmental psychopathology. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 281 ,  PSY 300  and PSY 301W PSY 383  or PSY 445 ; each with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 485 - Capstone: Personality Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300  and PSY 301W ; PSY 309  or PSY 444 ; each with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 485 - Capstone: Personality Psychology


    4 credit(s)
    Capstone course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300  and PSY 301W ; PSY 309 or PSY 444 ; each with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • PSY 490 - Senior Capstone Seminar


    2-4 credit(s)
    The Senior Capstone Seminar is a writing-intensive course. It requires students to formulate a compelling psychological question with the assistance of their capstone supervisor. The topics vary by faculty supervisor specialty, thus each section will be designated by topic name. Students develop an empirical question, assemble an array of articles, books, or book chapters, pursuant to that question, and review, organize and assess this literature to write a compelling formal paper and engaging “Ted Talk” to be presented during Senior Projects Day (Spring). Others may choose to present a poster at the Undergraduate Research Conference (Fall), or another public arena. 4 credits are required for the major, however may be repeated across semesters (e.g., 2 and 2).
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 , PSY 348W , PSY 349W , PSY 350  passed with a C or better; permission of the instructor to enroll in specific sections.
  
  • PSY 499 - Capstone: Psychological Research


    4-6 credit(s)
    Capstone in Psychological Research provides students with an opportunity to develop and refine research knowledge and skills by planning and implementing student- or faculty-initiated research projects. Students are expected to have fully completed both PSY 300  and PSY 301W ,  as well as some advanced coursework and research-related activities (e.g., PSY 351 ) with a faculty member. Students will conduct literature reviews, develop research proposals, assist with IRB applications, collect, analyze, and interpret data that culminates into a formal APA style empirical paper and a public presentation on campus and/or at a peer-reviewed academic conference towards meeting major and general requirements.  Instructor consent. May be repeated for credit (e.g., 2 and 2; 2 and 4 for elective credit).
    Offered: Offered at the discretion of faculty for individuals or groups of students.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum 3.25 GPA in the major and a 3.00 GPA overall.

Psychology, Graduate

  
  • GPSY 503 - Professional Orientation & Ethics


    3 credit(s)
    Considers standards of clinical practice, ethics, professionalism, mental health statutes, interaction with other helping proefssions, referrals, and consultation. APS only.
  
  • GPSY 504 - Assessment of Individuals


    3 credit(s)
    Various methods of assessing individuals for clinical problems will be reviewed and applied through practice. Standardized assessment instruments in the cognitive and personality domains will be covered.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 505  and GPSY 512 .  APS students only.
  
  • GPSY 505 - Psychological Assessment


    3 credit(s)
    Psychological measurement and testing including strategies of test construction, reliability and validity of evaluation measures, and practical applicaiton of assessment in a clinical context. APS only.
  
  • GPSY 510 - Cultural Foundations


    3 credit(s)
    Presents a framework for a psychology of human diversity; human diversity is defined broadly to include sexual orienation, gender, race/ethnicity, age, disability, and othe sources of diversity.
  
  • GPSY 511 - Ethnic Minority Student Seminar


    1 credit(s)
    Seminar taught concurrently with GPSY 510 that is intended for self-identified ethnic minority students. This course is designed to provide supplemental readings and discussions to GPSY 510 that is tailored for ethnic minority students. Pass/No Pass.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 510  
  
  • GPSY 512 - Helping Relationships


    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the development, maintenance, and termination of the theraputic relationship. Basic therapy skills such as listening, empathy, observation, and therapist self-care wll be addressed. APS only.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 513  
  
  • GPSY 513 - Helping Relationships Lab


    1 credit(s)
    Applied practice using interviewing and therapeutic skills. APS only.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 512  
  
  • GPSY 520 - Introduction to Diagnosis


    3 credit(s)
    This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspecitves of the study of psychpathology. Emphasis is on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. APS only.
  
  • GPSY 535 - Group Dynamics


    3 credit(s)
    Considers group therapy approaches and models; issues of group dynamics and of group leadership; styles of leadership and group facilitation skills. Consideration is given to specific goals and methods to facilitate group cohesion and growth. APS only.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512  
  
  • GPSY 541 - Psychoactive Substances


    3 credit(s)
    Introduces psychopharmacology of legal and illegal substances, assessment and treatment of abuse. APS only.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512   and GPSY 520  
  
  • GPSY 570 - Organizational Behavior Theory


    3 credit(s)
    Introduction to the basics of organizational behavior theory. Topics covered will include motivation, job satisfaction, leadership, politics, and culture. APS only.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581  .
  
  • GPSY 580 - Research Methods


    3 credit(s)
    The focus of this course is research methodology and scientific thinking. It covers basic experimental designs (between- and within-groups), single subject experiments, group experimental designs, and non-experimental designs (correlational research and case studies). Validity issues in research (internal and external) and research ethics are emphasized throughout. Emphasis will be placed on determining the most appropriate research design in a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.). APS only.
  
  • GPSY 581 - Statistics


    3 credit(s)
    Will focus on basic statistical techniques as applied to design and interpretation of experimental and observational research, with special emphasis on sampling distributions, statistical inference and estimation, statistical power, and sample size estimation for common statistical tests. Methods include measures of association, t-tests, ANOVA, chi-square, and non-parametric versions of standard parametric tests. This course includes the use of statistical computer software. Emphasis will be placed on the application of statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.)..
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580  APS students only.
  
  • GPSY 582 - Statistics II


    3 credit(s)
    This second course in the sequence focuses on review of traditional topics in correlation and regression analyses, including model comparison strategies, evaluation of model assumptions, testing mediation and moderation hypotheses, working with categorical variables, general linear modeling, and logistic regression. This course includes the use of statistical computer software. Emphasis will be placed on the application of statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.).
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581  APS only.
  
  • GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab


    1 credit(s)
    Provides additional practice to reinforce and deepen understanding of conducting and interpreting SPSS output for parametric and non-parametric analyses. Supplements material from GPSY 581-Statistics. Pass/No Pass.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580  
  
  • GPSY 587 - Clinical Pracitum: Part-Time


    1-2 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical practicum (1 day per week on average) by special arrangement. May occur independently from a full-time Clinical Practicum placement.
    Prerequisite(s): APS enrollment and Instructor Consent Required.
  
  • GPSY 600 - Development


    3 credit(s)
    POverview of theory and resarch regarding determinants of human development across the lifespan. APS only.
  
  • GPSY 601 - Biological & Cognitive Foundations


    3 credit(s)
    Foundational knowledge of the biological and cognitive determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications. APS only.
  
  • GPSY 602 - Social & Systems Foundations


    3 credit(s)
    Foundational knowledge of the social and systems determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and reserach, and applications. APS only.
    Course Offering:
    Annually
  
  • GPSY 651 - Community-Based Research Methods I


    4 credit(s)
    The first in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , OR GPSY 982 
  
  • GPSY 652 - Community-Based Research Methods II


    3 credit(s)
    The second in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings. Class covers application of program assessment and techniques of program development in collaboration with various community organizations.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 651 
  
  • GPSY 653 - Community-Based Research Methods III


    3 credit(s)
    The third in a three-course series, introducing the principles and dynamics involved in various types of consultative relationships in community and clinical settings, with a focus on cross-cultural and ethical issues.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 652  
  
  • GPSY 662 - Small n and Non-parametric Analyses


    1-3 credit(s)
    Focuses on analyses that serve as data analytic alternatives when parametric assumptions are not met and/or we obtain a small sample. We will discuss the theory and application of commonly used distribution-free test statistics that can be used when parametric assumptions are not met and appropriate analytic strategies when our sample size is small. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings, especially when the setting does not allow for large samples.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , or GPSY 981 
  
  • GPSY 666 - Structural Equation Modeling


    1-3 credit(s)
    Introduces the theory and application of structural equation modeling. The goal of this course is help students build familiarity and expertise in the formulation of structural equation models and testing of models in SEM software. Topics covered will include model specification and identification, parameter and model estimation, path analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, covariance structures, and regression models. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , or GPSY 982 
  
  • GPSY 680 - Master’s Thesis


    1-2 credit(s)
    Students complete a scholarly project supervised by a faculty member. Students are expected to select a topic and seek IRB approval (if required) by the end of the first term of thesis enrollment, collect data and continue writing process during the second term, and submit and revise thesis section drafts, to be completed by the end of the third term. Students take three terms of thesis for a total of 12. Pass/No Pass.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581   APS students only.
  
  • GPSY 682 - Advanced Research Seminar I


    3 credit(s)
    The first of a two course sequence examining advanced research methodology and statistical analyses.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582  or GPSY 982 
  
  • GPSY 683 - Advanced Research Seminar II


    3 credit(s)
    The second in a two course sequence examining advanced research methodology and statistical analyses.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 682 
  
  • GPSY 685 - Community Research Project


    2 credit(s)
    Students will develop and execute a research project relevant to community applications of psychology with the guidance and collaboration of a faculty mentor. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581 , APS students only. 
  
  • GPSY 687 - Clinical Practicum


    4 credit(s)
    Across 3 terms of practica a minimum of 600 hours, of which approximately one half are in direct service, one fourth in supervisory and training activities, and one fourth in administrative duties related to the above. The three terms of practica are served in agencies approved by the Director of the Program in consultation with the Coordinator of Clinical Training at SGP. APS only. Pass/No Pass.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 503 , GPSY 505 , GPSY 512 , GPSY 520 , GPSY 722 , and GPSY 724 
  
  • GPSY 690 - Evidence-Based Practice Sample


    2 credit(s)
    Students will conduct a detailed case study of a client counseled by the student at their clinical practicum site. Students will utilize a single-subject research design. APS only.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581  
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 687  
  
  • GPSY 692 - Clinical Research Fieldwork


    1 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical research fieldwork by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Clinical Practicum placement. May occur independently of a primary placement. APS only. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 701 - First Year Seminar


    1 credit(s)
    Provides students the opportunity to meet with a faculty advisor throughout the first two terms of the PsyD program. Topics include an overview of the PsyD program requirements, professional development, adjustment to graduate school, student handbook policies, and other relevant topics. Pass/ No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 703 - Intro to Health Service Psychology


    1 credit(s)
    Introduction to the application of psychological principles to clinical work within various medical settings. Students will gain an understanding of the interrelationships among behavioral, cognitive, emotional, social, and biological components in health and disease, as well as the evolving models of health care and the systems in which it occurs. PsyD only. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 704 - Diversity Seminar I


    2 credit(s)
    In this first of three diversity seminars, the groundwork is laid for students to explore aspects of their cultural identities, understand the impact of worldview on clinical practice, and learn about systems of oppression. PsyD students only. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 705 - Diversity Seminar II


    2 credit(s)
    The second of the three-course series, developmentally building upon knowledge, skills, and awareness learned in the prior seminar, students use awareness of themselves, and critical thinking to gain an increasingly sophisticated understanding of how culture and personal biases affect the clinical endeavor. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 704
  
  • GPSY 706 - Diversity Seminar III


    2 credit(s)
    The third of the three-course series, developmentally building upon knowledge, skills, and awareness learned in prior seminars, students will gain a fundamental understanding of mental health within systems and communities. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 705
  
  • GPSY 707 - Clinical Foundations I


    3 credit(s)
    An introduction to our diagnostic classification system, utilizing a biopsychosociocultural lens across the lifespan. Considerations will include implicit bias and overdiagnosis of marginalized individuals, and the strengths and weaknesses of an exclusively pathology-based diagnostic process.
  
  • GPSY 708 - Clinical Foundations II


    3 credit(s)
    Introduction of basic communication skills in the therapeutic relationship from a biopsychosociocultural lens, including active listening, accurate empathy, establishment of rapport, and effective interviewing.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 707 .

     

  
  • GPSY 709 - Clinical Foundations III


    3 credit(s)
    Treatment planning and evidence-based interventions using a biopsychosociocultural lens across the lifespan; various theoretical orientations will be presented; treatment outcome studies and evidence-based treatments from childhood through older adulthood will be covered.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 708
  
  • GPSY 720 - Psychometrics


    3 credit(s)
    Psychological measurement, including strategies of test construction, reliability, validity and issues in prediction of behavior.  PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 722 - Evidence Based Practice: Theories


    3 credit(s)
    Prepares students to work with diverse individuals across the lifespan from a local clinical scientist perspective. This course covers the theoretical foundations of many evidence-based practices across the lifespan. Case conceptualization is emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512   APS and PhD only.
  
  • GPSY 723 - Evidence Based Practice Lab


    1 credit(s)
    Taken together with GPSY 724 , this laboratory offers students the opportunity to practice collaborative treatment planning, outcome assessment, and evidence based intervention skills within an experiential setting. Culturally responsive and scientific approaches across the lifespan will be emphasized. Pass/No Pass.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 724  APS only.
  
  • GPSY 724 - Evidence-Based Practice: Applied


    3 credit(s)
    Prepares students to work with diverse individuals across the lifespan from a local clinical scientist perspective. Collaborative goal setting, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions are emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework. Systems of intervention based in current literature and with empirical support will be reviewed. Co-requisite laboratory GPSY 723 .
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 722  APS and PhD only.
  
  • GPSY 725 - Basic Clinical Skills


    3 credit(s)
    Introduction of basic communication skills in the therapeutic relationship, including active listening, accurate empathy, establishment of rapport, non- judgmental attitude, importance of values, assertiveness, and effective interviewing. PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 729 - Treatment Planning & Interventions


    3 credit(s)
    Treatment planning and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan; various theoretical orientations will be presented; treatment outcome studies and evidence-based treatments from childhood through older adulthood will be covered.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 , and GPSY 820  PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 731 - Career Counseling


    3 credit(s)
    Evaluates theoretical underpinnings of career choice. Examines the complexities of career methods to guide clients in making choices. Exposure to career assessments and web-based resources.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870  or GPSY 503  
  
  • GPSY 734 - Trauma Theory & Practice


    2 credit(s)
    Current theory and practice in assessment and treatment of trauma. Topics include acute trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD.
    Offered: Offered alternate years.

  
  • GPSY 735 - Basic Clinical Skills Lab


    0 credit(s)
    Three hours per week of skills practice. PsyD only.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 708 
  
  • GPSY 736 - Psychology & the Law


    2 credit(s)
    Provides students with a broad understanding of the interface between psychology and the law. Topics include an overview of the legal system in the United States (civil and criminal), the history of forensic psychology, therapeutic versus forensic stances, ethical guidelines for psychologists who work with the judicial system and/or mandated clients, gaining specialized training in forensic psychology, the role of expert and fact witnesses and relevant landmark legal cases, preparing for and giving testimony, responding to subpoenas, and the process of civil commitment.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870 
  
  • GPSY 741 - Psychopharmacology - Child


    3 credit(s)
    Covers psychotropic medications, their uses and general effects for children. Behavioral effects of medications in common usage, drug interactions, and the impact of the use of medication on family and social systems.
    Offered: Alternate Years

    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811   or GPSY 911 
  
  • GPSY 743 - Assessment of Children Lab


    0 credit(s)
    Students will apply skills learned in GPSY 841  for administration and scoring practice of Child Assessment measures. Pass/No Pass.
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 841  
  
  • GPSY 745 - Basic Clinical Skills Lab: Bilingual


    1 credit(s)
    Introductory course designed to increase Spanish language fluency, enhance linguistic and cultural competence and help students feel more comfortable when providing psychological and mental health services to Spanish-speaking individuals. Emphasis is on helping students develop therapeutic rapport, use cultural and linguistic metaphors, and practice culturally-relevant basic clinical skills, all in Spanish. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 749 - Tx Plan & Intervention Lab: Bilingual


    0 credit(s)
    The primary objective of this lab is to supplement the Treatment Planning & Interventions class and lab and provide bilingual (English/Spanish) students the opportunity to apply their Treatment Planning & Interventions class skills to their work with Spanish-speaking Latina/o mental health clients. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 750 - Health Psychology Seminar


    1 credit(s)
    Covers a variety of topics relevant to the study and practice of Health Psychology. Students must be a member of the Health Psychology track. Pass/No Pass.
    Prerequisite(s): Instructor Consent. PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 751 - Psych Assessment & Management of Chronic Pain


    2 credit(s)
    Introduction to psychological methods of assessment and management of chronic pain that will examine the biopsychosocial factors that influence pain and pain behaviors. Discussion will include self-management programs and strength-based approaches to improving the day-today functioning of patients with chronic pain. Course material and evaluations will place heavy emphasis on current research and psychological methods that are not pejorative to patients with pain.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 850  PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 753 - Couples Psychotherapy


    2 credit(s)
    Designed to introduce the student to basic principles and methodology of couples therapy, including an overview of models of couples therapy. Lectures and discussion will be integrated with demonstrations designed to illustrate and highlight the concepts being taught. Experiential learning will be part of each class, with students participating in role-plays. Particular attention will be paid to developing skills in a collaborative/phenomenological approach to working with couples.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870 
  
  • GPSY 761 - Neuropsychology: Neurological Disorders


    3 credit(s)
    Covers the etiology of various neuropsychological conditions. For each condition, the course will consider neuropathology, neuropsychological profile, deficits, and impariments, the neurological and neuropsychological course, as well as medical, pharmacological, and neuropsychological treatment.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 , GPSY 824 
  
  • GPSY 762 - Neuropsychology: Psychiatric Disorders


    3 credit(s)
    Covers the neuropsychological functioning of neuropsychiatric disorders. For each disorder, the course will consider neuropathology, neuropsychological profile, deficits, and impariments, the neurological and neuropsychological course, as well as medical, pharmacological, and neuropsychological treatment.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811   and GPSY 824 
  
  • GPSY 763 - Neuropsychology: Medical Disorders


    3 credit(s)
    Covers the neuropsychological functioning of medical conditions. For each of these there will be a brief consideration of the medical pathology and how it produces secondary neuropathology.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811   and GPSY 824 
  
  • GPSY 764 - Neuropsychological Seminar


    3 credit(s)
    A variety of topics covered, such as ethical and professional considerations, rehabilitation, and consultation.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 , GPSY 824 .
  
  • GPSY 775 - Professional Communication


    3 credit(s)
    Coverage of use of various formulas of professional communication, including electronic forms, letters, reports, etc., and APA style, scholarly writing, manuscript and report preparation, and presentation skills. PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 786 - Neuropsychological Assessment Practicum


    3 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical assessment experience, specifically conducting Neurpsychological assessments.  Open to current PsyD Neuropsychology Track students only. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 824 ; Instructor’s Consent required. PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 787 - Pre-Practicum


    1-3 credit(s)
    An introduction and orientation to clinical policies, procedures, standards, and documentation. Also included are required trainings for practica. Pass/No Pass.
    Course Offering:
    Intermittent
  
  • GPSY 788 - Practicum Seminar


    1 credit(s)
    Students placed in community settings receive clinical oversight by core faculty members. Seminar provides small-group presentation and discussion of practicum cases at an advanced level. Particular emphasis is placed on case conceptualization, integration of theory and practice, ethical decision-making, and in-depth examination of the treatment process. Pass/No Pass
    Corequisite(s): GPSY 888
  
  • GPSY 790 - Internship Prep Seminar


    2 credit(s)
    Seminar will cover the entire application process for Pre-doctoral Internship over the course of three semesters. Topics covered will be completing application materials, preparing for interviews, and any post-match paperwork. Instructor’s Consent required. May be repeated for credit. Pass/No Pass.
  
  • GPSY 791 - Clinical Fieldwork: Part-Time


    2 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical fieldwork (1 day per week on average) by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Practicum I, Practicum II, or Full-time Clinical Fieldwork placement. May occur independently from a primary/full-time placement. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credits of GPSY 887  or GPSY 786   with minimum grade B. PsyD students only.
  
  • GPSY 792 - Clinical Research Fieldwork


    1 credit(s)
    Supervised clinical research fieldwork by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Practicum I, Practicum II, or Primary Clinical Fieldwork placement. May occur independently of a primary placement. Enrollment limited to PsyD. Pass/No Pass
    Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s Consent required.
  
  • GPSY 800 - History and Systems


    3 credit(s)
    A review of the history and systems of psychology, including philosophy of science and contemporary models of applied psychological science.
  
  • GPSY 802 - Advanced Life Span Psychology


    3 credit(s)
    Overview of theories and research in life-span development. Principles and determinants of development from conception to death, including sensory-motor, cognitive, social, emotional aspects.
  
  • GPSY 807 - Cognitive/Affective Bases of Behavior


    3 credit(s)
    This course is designed to provide a foundation for understanding the cognitive determinants of human behavior and the relationship between thinking and feeling. Areas of focus will include theories and research in information processing, attention, memory, reasoning and decision making, and the unique role of affect in each.
  
  • GPSY 808 - Eating D/o, Obesity & Weight Stigma


    2 credit(s)
    Research, theory, assessment, intervention, and contemporary issues related to the topics of eating disorders,obesity, and weight stigma. There will be an emphasis on application to clinical practice, as well as consideration of diversity issues (including, but not limited to, a focus on body positive approaches and ways to reduce obesity stigma) and integrated healthcare throughout the course.
  
  • GPSY 809 - Pediatric Psychology


    2 credit(s)
    Emphasizes the many facets of pediatric psychology, including basic research, consultation, clinical intervention, and health promotion with pediatric populations. In addition, the course will discuss psychosocial aspects of children’s health, and the general practice of pediatric psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 817  and GPSY 846 . PsyD only.
  
  • GPSY 810 - Parent-Child Interaction Therapy


    2 credit(s)
    Introduction to the theory and practice of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based parent training program for children exhibiting emotional/behavioral problems and with a trauma history. PCIT is based in attachment and behavioral theories, and uses play to facilitate healthy caregiver/child interactions and to teach effective behavioral management skills. The course prepares students to begin the certification process in PCIT.
    Offered: Alternate years.

    Prerequisite(s): GPSY 846  
  
  • GPSY 811 - Biological & Cognitive Bases of Behavior


    3 credit(s)
    Designed to provide a foundation for understanding the biological and cognitive determinants, as well as the integration of these determinants, of human behavior. This includes examination of transition, growth, and development across the lifespan. Biological areas of focus will include the multiple underpinnings of behavior including neural, physiological, anatomical, and genetic factors. Cognitive areas of focus will include theories and research in memory, learning, thought processes, and decision-making.
  
  • GPSY 813 - Social & Affective Bases of Behavior


    3 credit(s)
    Designed to provide a foundation for understanding the social and affective determinants, as well as the integration of these determinants, of human behavior. This includes examination of transition, growth, and development across the lifespan.  Social areas of focus will address group processes, attributions, discrimination, and attitudes. Affective areas of focus will address affect, mood, and emotion.
  
  • GPSY 814 - Human Diversity


    3 credit(s)
    Presents a framework for a psychology of human diversity, then considers philosophical and paradigmatic principles and applications to practice and research. Human diversity is defined broadly, to include sexual orientation, gender, race/ethnicity, age, disability, and other sources of diversity.
  
  • GPSY 815 - Psychology of Gender


    2 credit(s)
    Gender differences in development. Effects of sex role and power role and power on clinical training and practice.
 

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