PSY 3430 - Applied Psychology

Institution:

The College of Saint Scholastica

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Description:

4 cr. Provides an overview of the ethical issues in applied psychology, the practice of psychological treatments such as counseling and psychotherapy, and career development in the field of human services delivery. Specific approaches to therapy and other forms of treatment are discussed, as well as the ethical constraints and implications inherent in delivery of psychological services. Career issues are addressed by identifying students'interests, skills,and values; the job hunting process; and the opportunities available in the field. Prerequisite: PSY 3216 or PSY 3423 or consent of instructor. PSY/GER 3470 Program Evaluation 2 cr. Examination of strategies used in assessing the need for, implementation and effectiveness of interventions. Topics include purposes of evaluation, logic model development, roles for the evaluator, selection of criteria and standards,development of measures, implementation evaluation, outcome assessment, utilization-focused reporting, and ethical issues in program evaluation. Students read evaluation reports and prepare proposals. Prerequisites: PSY 3330 and 3331 or equivalent.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.css.edu

Phone Number:

(218) 723-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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