GPSY 901 - History, Systems & Ethics

3 credit(s)
Understanding ethical standards, as well as the history of psychological science and systems, is crucial for professional service in clinical psychology. This course adopts a perspective that optimal ethical knowledge is understood within the context of the history of psychology. The origins and development of major ideas in psychology are studied, emphasizing influential shifts that advanced ethical research and service practice. The course covers APA’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, local, state, regional, and federal laws, regulations, and policies, and emphasizes recognition of ethical dilemmas and applying decision-making processes to resolve the dilemmas.Enrollment Limited to PhD.