PSY 404 - Advanced Laboratory in Clinical Research

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

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Students explore quantitative and qualitative research methods used in contemporary clinical and counseling psychology to investigate psychological problems, the prevention of psychological problems, and the amelioration of psychological problems (e.g., in psychotherapy and counseling). By conducting their own research projects or participating in ongoing research projects, students learn about the logic of research, the process and methods of conducting research, and how to draw appropriate conclusions from research. Special attention is devoted to the various types of clinical research, experimental designs, data analyses and interpretation, emerging rigorous qualitative research approaches, and ethical issues. Students present final projects in both oral and written form. Five hours of class per week. Usually taught both semesters. Prerequisite: PSY 101 Introductory Psychology, PSY 103 Psychological Statistics, PSY 104 Research Methods in Psychology, and PSY 213 Abnormal Psychology or PSY 304 Psychotherapy & Counseling Meets general academic requirement W.

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5.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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