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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
Prerequisite(s): Minimum 3.25 GPA in the major and a 3.00 GPA overall.
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Psychology, Graduate |
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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.
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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 720 , GPSY 725 , GPSY 735 , GPSY 870 APS students only.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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GPSY 513 - Helping Relationships Lab
1 credit(s)
Applied practice using interviewing and therapeutic skills. APS only.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 512
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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.
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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
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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
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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 .
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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.
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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.
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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.
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GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab
1 credit(s)
This course provides the opportunity to begin working on your thesis project. Using the skills students acquired in Research Methods and are developing in the statistics sequence, they will begin working on their thesis by identifying a research question, conducting a literature review, and generating research hypotheses. This lab will also provide the opportunity for students to receive feedback from the course instructor and peers to help them refine their research question and hypotheses. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580 .
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GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab
1 credit(s)
Provides students the opportunity to learn how to use SPSS to conduct the analyses we go over in class. Using the skills students acquire in Statistics, they will learn how to run parametric and non-parametric analyses using SPSS and interpret the output. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580
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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.
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GPSY 600 - Development
3 credit(s)
POverview of theory and resarch regarding determinants of human development across the lifespan. APS only.
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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.
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GPSY 602 - Social & Systems Foundations
3 credit(s)
Foundational knowledge of the social and systems determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical developent, current theory and reserach, and applications. APS only.
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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 .
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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 .
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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
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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 .
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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 .
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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.
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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 .
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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 .
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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.
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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 , GPSY 724
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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GPSY 704 - Diversity Seminar I
2 credit(s)
In this introductory course students will explore the contours of human difference and the dynamics of diversity, privilege, and oppression in domestic and global contexts. Students will be introduced to philosophical and paradigmatic principles and applications to practice and research. Human diversity is broadly defined to include, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, culture, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and ability, as well as the intersection of these and other diversity factors. PsyD students only.
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GPSY 720 - Psychometrics
3 credit(s)
Psychological measurement, including strategies of test construction, reliability, validity and issues in prediction of behavior. PsyD only.
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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. Collaborative goal setting, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan are emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework. Systems of intervention based in current literature and with empirical support will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 APS and PhD only.
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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.
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GPSY 724 - Evidence-Based Practice: Applied
3 credit(s)
Collaborative goal setting, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan are emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework. Students will practice treatment planning, outcome assessment, and intervention skills in the co-requisite laboratory GPSY 723 .
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 722 APS and PhD only.
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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.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 735 .
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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.
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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
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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.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820
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GPSY 735 - Basic Clinical Skills Lab
0 credit(s)
Three hours per week of skills practice. PsyD only.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 725 .
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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 .
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GPSY 741 - Psychopharmacology - Child
2 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 and GPSY 846
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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
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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.
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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.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 or GPSY 725 or GPSY 903
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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 .
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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.
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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 , GPSY 834 ;PsyD Only; Instructor Consent.
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GPSY 787 - Pre-Practicum
1 credit(s)
An introduction and orientation to clinical policies, procedures, standards, and documentation. Also included are required trainings for practica. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 , GPSY 820 and GPSY 821 OR GPSY 903 , GPSY 904 and GPSY 921
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GPSY 790 - Internship Prep Seminar
1 credit(s)
Seminar will cover preparation of application materials for Pre-doctoral Internship. Topics covered will be writing a CV, cover letters, essays, and requesting letters of recommendation. Instructor’s Consent required. Pass/No Pass.
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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 and PhD students only.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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GPSY 811 - Biological Bases of Behavior
3 credit(s)
Biological aspects of human behavior, including affect and motivation, from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications.
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GPSY 813 - Indiv/Social Bases of Behavior
3 credit(s)
Human behavior as reciprocal relations between the person and the social environment, from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications.
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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.
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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.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 814 and GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 817 - Child & Adolescent Interventions
3 credit(s)
Examines the major schools of therapy, with consideration of life span development, human diversity, and a variety of special populations. Examines contemporary interventions with children and families. Short term, long term, and intermittent approaches are considered in the context of accountability.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 and GPSY 846 .
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GPSY 818 - Group Interventions
2 credit(s)
Examines contemporary group interventions with adults. Short term, long term, and intermittent approaches are considered in the context of accountability.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 and GPSY 820
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GPSY 819 - Diversity Skill Integration
1 credit(s)
Three hours per week of skills practice, consciousness raising and community participation. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): 4 of GPSY 887 .
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GPSY 820 - Psychopathology & Diagnostic Process
3 credit(s)
Selected clinical problems and diagnostic categories in research and practice. Problems and issues in diagnostic classification using the current official nomenclature.
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GPSY 821 - Cognitive Assessment
3 credit(s)
Preparatory course in clinical assessment with emphasis on theory, administration, scoring and interpretation. Demonstration, practice, and test report writing.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 GPSY 833 Enrollment limited to PsyD only.
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GPSY 822 - Personality Assessment
3 credit(s)
Development and theory of objective personality tests. Emphasis on MMPI-2 and PAI interpretation, with example cases, practice profiles and test report writing.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 and GPSY 821 Enrollment limited to PsyD only.
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GPSY 823 - Projective Assessment
3 credit(s)
Theory, administration, scoring, and interpretation of Rorschach Inkblot Test using the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (R-PAS). Examples and practice, report writing. Emphasis on competence in Rorschach administration, coding, scoring, and interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 , GPSY 821 , and GPSY 822 .
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GPSY 824 - Neuropsychological Assessment
3 credit(s)
Discussion of central nervous system disorders. Demonstration and practice in the administration, scoring and interpretation of tests of central nervous system functions. Emphasis on preparation of comprehensive psychological reports.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 , GPSY 811 , GPSY 821 OR GPSY 811 , GPSY 921 , GPSY 922 GPSY 834 Enrollment limited to PsyD and PhD students.
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GPSY 825 - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
3 credit(s)
Theory and practice of psychodynamic therapy approaches, emphasizing psychoanalysis. Historical development and contemporary applications. Discussion of case material and dynamic process techniques.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 729 , GPSY 722 , or GPSY 724 .
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GPSY 826 - Cognitive Behavior Therapy
2 credit(s)
Survey of theory and practice. Behavioral assessment and treatment of a variety of common clinical problems. Emphasis on more recent cognitive behavior therapy approaches.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 729 .
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GPSY 829 - LGBT Psychotherapy
2 credit(s)
This course examines the biological, social, and cultural foundations of gender, gender identity, gender role, and sexual orientation; the impact of prejudice, heterosexism, and homophobia; and the relevant diagnostic and mental health issues involved with sexual minorities.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 830 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
3 credit(s)
Cross-cultural competence, services and service- delivery to underserved and minority populations, including Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Native American Indians. Examines the use of traditional therapies and explores the importance of religion and spirituality in a therapeutic context.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 831 - Clinical Supervision & Consultation
3 credit(s)
Systems involved in supervision and their influences upon the supervisory relationship; various modes and styles of clinical supervision, including how diversity factors impact the supervisory relationship; models of consultation; and issues in the theory, practice and research of clinical supervision.
Prerequisite(s): 8 credits of GPSY 888 .
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GPSY 832 - Multicultural Assessment
3 credit(s)
Discussion of psychopathology and neuropsychological assessment of diverse groups, including ethnicity minorities, non-English speaking clients, and individuals with motor or perceptual disabilities. Demonstration and practice in administration, scoring, and interpretation of tests of psychopathology and cognitive functioning. Emphasis on the communication and application of findings, with particular emphasis on the expression and meaning of disorders across cultures.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 and GPSY 822 .
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GPSY 833 - Cognitive Assessment Lab
0 credit(s)
Three hours per week of administration and scoring practice. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 .
Corequisite(s): GPSY 821 .
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GPSY 834 - Neuropsychological Assessment Lab
Administration and scoring of a neuropsychological test battery is demonstrated in weekly lab sessions during the first four weeks of the term. For the remainder of the term, students administer two complete neuropsychological test batteries to volunteers and score them. These test protocols are submitted to and reviewed by the teaching assistant who provides feedback about test administration and scoring. Pass/No Pass.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 835 - Juvenile Forensic Psychology
3 credit(s)
This course will provide the student with an overview of juvenile forensic psychology. The major emphasis will be on discussing various psychological evaluations for the legal system, including child custody, child abuse/neglect matters, and juvenile evaluations. In addition, the course will discuss testifying and ethical issues related to forensic work.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 836 - Adult Forensic Psychology
3 credit(s)
Major areas in criminal and civil law are reviewed. Special topics within each domain that involve psychological decision making explored (e.g., insanity, dangerousness, psychological injury). Professional practice issues addressed.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 840 - Correctional Psychology
2 credit(s)
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for understanding practicing clinical psychology in a correctional setting and guidance to how to manage the ethical and legal-clinical conflicts inherent in these systems. Further, the course will review core areas in correctional psychology related to complex psychopathology, treatment modalities, and populations likely to be encountered. Students will become versed in the varied issues facing psychologists working in correctional psychology in order to better serve and study within this environment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 841 - Assessment of Children
3 credit(s)
Overview of major disorders of childhood and of assessment techniques, including evaluation methods for cognitive, personality, and adaptive functioning.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820 , and GPSY 822 or GPSY 922 PsyD and PhD only.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 743 .
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GPSY 843 - Human Sexuality and Clinical Issues
2 credit(s)
Clinical issues in sexual behavior: emphasis on contemporary issues, assessment and treatment of sexual dysfunction and disorder, and inclusion of client sexuality in clinical practice.
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