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3.00 Credits
Students survey the basic behavioral science research and thinking as applied to human interaction in groups. This includes such topics as group formation, phases, structure, types and uses of groups, group communication, group conflict resolution, and methods of group leadership. The course includes the observation and evaluation of group interaction. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 110
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3.00 Credits
The relationships between social interaction processes and individual behavior are studied. The course familiarizes the student with a variety of perspectives on social behavior, encourages the student to become a careful observer of social interaction through systematic research, and examines the implications of sociopsychological theory and research for present and future changes in the structure of human relationships. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 110
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to a broad range of assessment and intervention strategies designed to meet the developmental, psychomotor, language, behavioral, and educational needs of children. Issues of normative and non-normative child and family functioning in child assessment and intervention planning are considered. Observational techniques, standardized tests, informal assessment measures, developmental assessments, and alternatives to current testing practices are discussed and reviewed from the multiple disciplines impacting child assessment and intervention. The broad range of modalities utilized in intervention with children is given strong emphasis with observation and student practice required at an intervention site. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisites: PSYC 110, PSYC 290, PSYC 345, and PSYC 410
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3.00 Credits
This is a core course in the Child Life Specialist curriculum. Course content includes a wide range of recreational and psychosocial interventions for children who are hospitalized, chronically ill, or children with disabilities. Students will understand various intervention techniques using developmental play, music, art, dance, and other forms of recreation. Students gain understanding of the role of the child life specialist as a member of an interdisciplinary medical team. Prerequisites: PSYC 110, PSYC 290, PSYC 385, and instructor permission
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3.00 Credits
This class makes explicit what each psychology class at Azusa Pacific does implicitly: integrate the discipline of psychology with the Christian faith. It examines the theoretical and theological issues involved in this process and then probes specific areas within the field of psychology. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 110
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3.00 Credits
This course investigates the common ground between psychology and religion. Values, mature religion, the nature of humanity, and religious experience are all areas of study for this purpose. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Meets the general studies elective requirement. Prerequisite: PSYC 110
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the field of family psychology. The three primary areas of study are: family systems theory, the family lifecycle, and the exploration of several theoretical frameworks for the study of families. Students are given the opportunity to apply these concepts to their own family of origin. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisites: PSYC 110 and PSYC 290
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to counseling and psychotherapy. Theories and research on the helping relationship are explored. A major portion of the course emphasizes understanding and practicing basic helping skills. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisites: PSYC 110 and junior or senior standing, PSYC 290, and PSYC 380
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on teaching junior and senior students an understanding of both behavioral therapy (BT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). While students study the theoretical framework of BT and CBT, they learn how to apply specific cognitive and behavioral skills in myriad settings including nursing, physical education, psychology, and education. Prerequisites: PSYC 110 and PSYC 405
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed for students who have completed most of the psychology or sociology major requirements. Each student participates in one or more endeavor(s) that offer(s) an opportunity to apply former training in a professional setting while acquiring new knowledge. Students enrolled in this course may be required to share information regarding their personal life, family, or relationships. Prerequisite: PSYC 110
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