|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Course Criteria
Add courses to your favorites to save, share, and find your best transfer school.
-
3.00 Credits
Students will pursue and complete one individualized, in-depth study of a topic relevant to the discipline of political science. The topic may deal with the political dimension of such themes as economy, energy, environment, health, education or human services. (Prerequisite: Approval of instructor)
-
3.00 Credits
The student will serve as an intern/observer with a municipal, county or state agency. After gaining a first-hand experience as to how that agency operates and the various duties involved in working within that agency, the student should reach a decision as to whether or not to work in the field upon graduation from college. (Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Career Services Representative)
-
3.00 Credits
Students will demonstrate an understanding of psychology as a science. They will complete exercises covering fundamental areas of the discipline: history of psychology, scientific method, sensation and perception, learning and memory, IQ and personality testing. Students will gain the ability to examine these subjects from a critical as well as diverse point of view; the roles of gender, cultural and individual differences are systematically explored. Service-learning is an option.
-
3.00 Credits
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Psychology as an applied science. They will complete exercises covering the relevant areas: social and interpersonal behavior, motivation, emotion, psychological disorders, personality theories and the psychotherapies. Students will gain the ability to analyze a variety of theoretical perspectives from critical and diverse points of view while applying them to problems of daily living. Service-learning is an option.
-
3.00 Credits
This course is designed to help students increase their self-knowledge through in-depth studies of three theoretical views of man, the effects of stress on mind and body, and reliable methods for coping with stress. Students will explore first-hand the role of exercise in improving cardiovascular functioning. Students will also learn how to monitor blood pressure and develop the understanding of the relationship between stress and hypertension. Speakers will visit the classroom to discuss Marriage/Divorce, Addiction and Death/Dying as part of an examination of crisis which typically occur in adulthood and later years.
-
3.00 Credits
This course provides new students with an introduction to the historical perspective of the human services movement. Students are introduced to the roles of Human Service Professional (HSP) in a variety of helping systems where they assist a wide array of clients in need. Human Services models are extensively covered in conjunction with other closely associated helping models. An introduction to the primary method of treatment used by HSP is applied to the individual client, their family system, and community so as to show the challenges to teaching effective problem solving skills and wellness. Emphasis is also placed on how HSPs work within different social and helping networks while learning the importance of their professional and ethical obligations set out by the National Organization of Human Services. Students will be required to participate in class field trips and begin the first phase of their independent fieldwork which will require 20 hours of field experience outside of lecture.
-
3.00 Credits
This course is a general, introductory course in addiction studies. The course is primarily oriented toward helping students understand the fundamentals of addictive behavior and mental process, especially as regards (a) the biomedical forces integral to chemical dependency (b) drug and alcohol education and awareness (c) the recovery process (d) personal wellness (e) professional consultation and (f) medical issues related to chemical abuse, such as HIV and AIDS.
-
3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills needed for evaluating clients who may or may not have substance abuse as a primary referral issue. Students will explore the basic issues, concepts, and trends in addiction as they relate to proper assessment and documentation for individuals suffering from addictions (especially addictions to drugs, alcohol and/or gambling). (Prerequisite: PSYC 125)
-
3.00 Credits
This class is the first of two classes required for students to earn a Family Development Credential in New Jersey. The Family Development Credential is a professional training and credentialing program for family workers. To earn the credential, students must successfully complete both Family Development courses and work with a portfolio advisor to document their ability to practice the skills they learned in class. The general thrust of the credential and this course is the development of skills needed to ascertain and nurture the strengths of families. Students are expected to learn how to effectively communicate with families for the purpose of helping them access their adaptive potentials in dealing with day-today stressors and other life problems. This class emphasizes the value of diversity, communications skills, self-care, and strength-based assessment in learning how to interact with families in a productive manner. The ultimate goal is to teach students how to foster the autonomy and well-being of families.
-
3.00 Credits
This class is the second of two classes required for students to earn a Family Development Credential in New Jersey. The Family Development Credential is a professional training and credentialing program for family workers. To earn the credential, students must successfully complete both Family Development courses and work with a portfolio advisor to document their ability to practice the skills they learned in class. The general thrust of the credential and this course is the development of skills needed to ascertain and nurture the strengths of families. Students are expected to learn how to effectively communicate with families for the purpose of helping them access their adaptive potentials in dealing with day-today stressors and other life problems. This class emphasizes collaborative problemsolving, empowerment skills, the use of specialized family services in learning how to interact with families in a productive manner. The ultimate goal is to teach students how to foster the autonomy and well-being of families. (Prerequisite: PSYC 131)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Privacy Statement
|
Terms of Use
|
Institutional Membership Information
|
About AcademyOne
Copyright 2006 - 2024 AcademyOne, Inc.
|
|
|