PSYH 290 - Clinical Psychology

Institution:

Union College - New York

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Description:

An introduction to the basics of clinical psychology. This course stresses the importance of theory, quality research, prevention, assessment skills, and clinical abilities in interventions. Reviews and examines three theoretical perspectives - psychoanalytic, behavioral, and phenomenological - and makes use of case material and real-world applications to illustrate each theoretical approach. There will be an emphasis on the advantages of the scientist-practitioner model of preparation for the multitude of functions available to clinical psychologists. Prerequisite: PSYH 200, or permission from instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.union.edu/

Phone Number:

(518) 388-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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