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3.00 Credits
This course offers an integration of contemporary theories and evidence-based practice approaches in working with families with special emphasis on oppressed and vulnerable populations.? Students will examine the impact of domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, poverty, homelessness, and mental illness on family functioning with attention to gender, race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and social class. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisites are PSY 4151 and junior?standing, or permission. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the counseling process and an introduction of the counseling profession. Students acquire an understanding of and practice of basic effective helping skills and ethical issues. Instruction also focuses on the assumptions and techniques of a variety of theoretical approaches to counseling such as psychodynamic, humanistic, and cognitivebehavioral perspectives. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisites are PSY 1010; and PSY 1050, PSY 2090?or PSY 1160; and PSY 3065 or PSY 3070, and junior standing. This course is offered every semester. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
The course covers the theories and practices of working with people in groups and focuses on counseling and support or self-help groups for children, adolescents and adults. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisite is PSY 4151. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to familiarize students with the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria related to a variety of psychological disorders which occur in childhood and adolescence.? The focus will be on helping students identify the biopsychosocial factors associated with these disturbances, as well as associated strategies for assessment, intervention, treatment, and prevention. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisite is PSY 3070. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
This course explores how "race" is socially constructed in the U.S., how this social construction manifests as racism, and how we can challenge racism. Prerequisites & Notes This course is limited to psychology and human services majors who have junior standing or permission.? This course is offered every spring. Credits: 3
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3.00 Credits
Designed for non-science majors, the course discusses general principles of drug action and classifications of psychoactive drugs in clinical use. The following drugs commonly employed in chemotherapy are discussed: central stimulants, tranquilizers, sedative-hypnotics, opiates, psychedelics, alcohol, marijuana, hormones, and contraceptives. The goal is to provide the student with a general knowledge of the drugs commonly encountered in the mental-health professions. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisite is nine credits in PSY or permission. This course is offered every spring. Credits: 3
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
This course offers students the opportunity to concentrate on topics not covered in the general Psychology curriculum. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisites are PSY 1010 or permission. Credits: 1 to 4
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3.00 Credits
This capstone course challenges students to integrate and extend prior knowledge as well as skills in analytical thinking, writing, and oral presentation. Instruction focuses on evaluating theory and research related to a chosen topic. Prerequisites & Notes This course is limited to seniors fully accepted into the psychology/human services major. Credits: 3
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6.00 Credits
This course is designed as a culminating experience in a setting directly related to the student's professional preparation in Human Services. Students gain on-the-job experience, plus receive group supervision through a seminar. Emphasis is on attaining job related skills, knowledge of institutional dynamics and procedures, applying theoretical constructs, and adhering to ethical standards. Students also assess their professional development and learn about networking and applying for employment upon graduation. Six credits are required for the Human Service degree. It may be repeated for no more than 18 credits toward graduation requirements. Prerequisites & Notes The prerequisites are PSY 2811, PSY 2812, a 2.00 GPA and acceptance into the major. Credits: 6 to 12
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Independent Study provides for the individual exploration of specific topics in consultation with a department faculty member. An independent study contract must be negotiated with a faculty member before registration. Credits: 1 to 6
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