PSYCH 3221 - Clinical Psychology: Research and Practice

Institution:

Temple University

Subject:

Description:

In this class the student will learn about one subspecialty within psychology, that of clinical psychology. The course will focus on how clinical psychology emerged as a field of mental health research and practice, what clinical psychologists do and the theory behind those activities. Special attention will be paid to psychological assessment and psychotherapy, two of the main activities that clinical psychologists undertake. Students will learn about the purpose of psychological assessment, some examples of the more commonly used psychological assessment instruments, and how psychological assessment guides service provision. Students will also learn about different theoretical orientations in the practice of psychotherapy. Additional topics covered include ethics in this clinical science, contemporary issues in clinical practice (e.g., innovative treatments for mental illness, the impact of managed care, working with special populations), and career opportunities in the field.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

For majors and minors: PSYCH 2201 (0220); for non-majors and non-minors, PSYCH 1061 and permission of the instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.TEMPLE.EDU

Phone Number:

(215) 204-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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