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PYC 5000 Social Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Theory and research in individual and group social psychology. Special psychology. Special stress on interpersonal dynamics between health care givers and their clients. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5010 Psychopathology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 3410 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Survey of theory and research in personality and abnormal behavior. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5020 Lifespan Development
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
This course focuses on an in-depth study of developmental processes and learning principles throughout the lifespan. Theory and research relevant to social, emotional, intellectual and physical development are examined. Application of developmentally-based counseling strategies and interventions are explored and utilized. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5030 Statistics
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
The course is designed to introduce students to some of the statistical methods available for the examination and analysis of the data relevant to the behavioral and health sciences. It is neither a "how to" course nor a course in math. Rather, it is aimed at an intermediate level of understanding which should make statistics and the reasoning behind their use understandable to the student. The course also requires the use of the computer software package SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5040 Advanced Research
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6600 (Minimum Grade of C, May be taken concurrently)
Advanced research design and methodology in psychology, focusing on appropriateness of methodology, including validity issues and practical applications. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5200 Assessment Methods I: Cognitive Process & Personality
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5010 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
PYC 5030 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Introduction to theory and practice of testing and measurement of cognitive processes, especially intelligence and personality. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5210 Assessment Methods II: Projective Mearsurem
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5200 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Theory and practice of projective testing. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5220 Differential Diagnosis: Clinical Psychology and Substance Abuse
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5210 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Theory and techniques of administering and interpreting evaluative instruments in substance abuse. Study and practice of DSM-III. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5230 Assessment Methods With Children
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5210 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Psychological assessment principles and techniques used with infants, children and adolescents. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5300 Therapuetic Interventions I: Individual Approach
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Exploration of the development of counseling methods and intervention procedures at theoretical, research-based and experiential levels. Critical issues in individual, group and family-systems approaches. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5320 Psychotherapy With Children
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Introduction and application of behavior modification research to therapeutic methods. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5360 Family Theory and Therapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Principles of individual psychological treatment with children, including play therapy and other techniques. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5400 Socialization of the Child
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 1000 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Cross-cultural exploration of forces involved in socialization processes, drawing on research from anthropology, biology and psychology. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5420 Principles and Issues: Child and Adolescent Development
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Fundamental theories, principles of development and research trends as they apply to child and adolescent development. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5430 Family Therapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6030 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Application of therapeutic principles to therapeutic practices for families. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5700 Issues in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Comprehensive survey of the field of Industrial/Organizational Psychology, including personnel psychology, organizational psychology and engineering psychology. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5710 Psychometric Theory and Test Construction
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5700 (Minimum Grade of C, May be taken concurrently)
In-depth exploration of psychometric theory, including primary focus on reliability, validity, utility theory and application of these to test construction. Scaling issues, selection, procedures models for combining test data, factor analysis. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5720 I/O Assessment II: Human Resources Assessment
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5710 (Minimum Grade of C, May be taken concurrently)
Specialized examination of human resources assessment issues including theory and practice behind the use of human resources instruments in organizational systems, for organizational change and evaluation. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5730 Ethical Issues in the Workplace
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Ethical principles which govern professional practice, especially in the industrial setting in the work environment. Interaction of motivation and morale of personnel with the pressure of ethical standards in industry and organizations. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5740 Training and Development
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Systematic review and practicum in the training and development of employees. Application of learning theory and research to design and implementation of training programs. Needs assessment, goal setting and evaluation of training. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5750 Leadership Models
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Survey of theoretical approaches, empirical findings and applied practice pertaining to leadership in the workplace. Relationships between theoretical models and applied practice and between leadership process and the content of leadership behavior. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5760 Multi-Cultural Issues in the Workplace
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Presentation and class exercises on principles of culture applied to work behavior in internationally diverse settings. Exploration of cross-cultural perceptions, attitudes, values and behavioral expectations to clarify interpersonal relations among people of different backgrounds and to enhance their productive performance. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5790 Capstone Experience
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Integrative, independent-study and seminar experience relates theory, research and practice in industrial/organizational psychology. Guest speakers, student presentations integrate industrial/organizational psychology principles with practicum experience and career preparation. The final examination is the I/O master's program comprehensive exam which is administered in mid-April. This course is taken concurrently with PYC 5880, Practicum Experience. Both courses run for the entire second year of the program (and meet bi-monthly during both semesters). Students register for PYC 5790 in the fall and register for PYC 5880 in the winter. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5880 Practicum Industrial/Organizational Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A minimum of 250 hours of supervised practice of industrial/organizational psychology in the workplace. Emphasis on skills in assessment, interpersonal communication, decision-making, problem-solving, trouble-shooting and insight into organizational problems and needs. (Please see above for scheduling.) | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5890 Practicum Experience
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A minimum of 500 clock hours supervised practice in mental health agencies which employ fully-licensed psychologists. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5900 Research: Special Projects
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Independent study, directed research or professional experience arranged with instructor to meet specific academic needs. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 5990 Master's Thesis
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Original research on a topic of significant academic and/or professional interest. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6020 Exceptional Children
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An in-depth analysis of children with a variety of disabling conditions. Theories of causation, assessment strategies, alternative intervention techniques and classroom and home management strategies. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6030 Sem:Learning/Behavior Problems/Chld
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An in-depth analysis of children with learning and behavior difficulties. Theories of causation, assessment strategies, alternative intervention techniques and classroom management approaches. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6040 Learning and Memory
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Theories and models of human learning and memory and relevant animal models. Applications in psychopathology, cognition and normal behavior. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6120 Counseling for the School Psychologist
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6300 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Corequisites: PYC 6121
Overview of theories of counseling, emphasizing reflective listening skills. Includes cognitive behavioral counseling for groups, & crisis intervention. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6121 Counseling Laboratory
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6300 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Corequisites: PYC 6120
1 hour lab with supervised practice for PYC 6120. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6150 Consultation I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An introduction to the process of consultation, the skills required and the uses of consultation in schools. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6160 School Psychology Consultation II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6150 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Advanced theory & practice in consultation. Emphasis on system-level techniques for developing and sustaining home, community, and school collaboration. Includes study of prevention programs for promoting student academic success. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6200 School Psychology Assessment and Interventions I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Traditional assessment procedures for cognitive, academic, and personality functioning of school-age children, and the interpretation of results. Standards of testing are also addressed. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6201 Field Experiences I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PYC 6200
On site observation of school psychology & schools as systems. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6210 School Psychology Assessment and Interventions II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Low-inference assessment methods for academic and social problems in the school setting, and appropriate intervention design. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6211 Field Experiences II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
Corequisites: PYC 6210
On site observation of school psychology and schools as systems. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6220 School Psychology Assessment and Intervention III
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Identification & evaluation of learners who significantly deviate from the norm mentally, physically & behaviorally. Preschool evaluation & functional assessment included. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6230 School Psychology Practicum I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Closely supervised practice in consultation, individual evaluation, assessment and intervention design with school age children. Minimum of 300 hours. Occurs during Fall semester and corresponds with September through December of the public school calendar. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6240 School Psychology Practicum
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6230 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Closely supervised practice in consultation, individual evaluation, assessment and intervention design with school age children. Minimum of 300 hours. Occurs during winter semester and corresponds with January through April of the public school calendar. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6250 School Psychology Internship
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6240 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
PYC 6300 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Academic year on-the-job experience in a school supervised by a school psychologist with further supervision by the university. Broad range of assessment, consultation and counseling experiences are emphasized. Internship I occurs in the Fall term and corresponds with August through December of public schools calendar. | 4 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6260 School Psychology Internship II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6250 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Academic year on-the-job experience in a school supervised by a school psychologist with further supervision by the university. Broad range of assessment, consultation and counseling experiences are emphasized. Internship II occurs in the Winter term and corresponds with January through April of public schools calendar. | 4 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6270 School Psychology Internship III
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6260 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Academic year on-the-job experience in a school supervised by a school psychologist with further supervision by the university. Broad range of assessment, consultation and counseling experiences are emphasized. Internship III occurs in Summer Session I, and corresponds with May through June of the public school calen | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6300 Psychological Services in Schools
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
The roles and functions of the psychologist in the schools. Educational and psychological assessment, consultation, ethical standards, problems and issues. Status of field. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6310 School Psychology Seminar
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Discussion of practical and theoretical problems encountered during the internship. Further content in professional school psychology. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6320 Topics in School Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An in-depth analysis of current topics in the field of school psychology. Topics will change yearly. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6330 Legal and Ethical Issues for the School Psychologist
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6300 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Covers the ethical standards and legal regulation in school psychology and special education. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6400 Applied Behavior Analysis
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Provides intensive introduction and practice in applied behavior analysis procedures and their use in developing individual and classroom intervention strategies. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6470 Directed Studies
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Under the direction of a member of the staff, a student may carry out a research project. No specific limitations on area of interest are imposed but a final written report is required by the department. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6480 Research in Psychological Research
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Individual research in psychological problems based upon investigation of periodical literature. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6490 Specialist Project
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Students should consult the department for requirements and format. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6500 History and Systems of Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Philosophical and scientific background of modern psychology. Historical development of theories and ideas which affect the practice of psychotherapy. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6510 Physiological Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Biological mechanisms underlying behavior, with special attention given to human behavioral disorders. Neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and the biological basis of psychophysiological disorders and psychopathology. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6540 Theories of Personality
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Analysis of the major theories of personality, including psychoanalytic, behavioral and humanistic perspectives. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6550 Psychoanalytic Concepts
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A basic, systematic introduction to key concepts in psychoanalytic theory and practice. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6600 Statistical Methods I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
First course in the two-term sequence of advanced statistical methods in psychology. Linear models including analysis of variance (factorial and repeated measures), multiple regression, and analysis of covariance. Continuous and categorical dependent measures are covered. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6610 Statistical Methods II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6600 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
The second course in the sequence of advanced statistical methods in psychology. Multivariate analyses including multiple regression, canonical correlations, discriminant function analyses, structural equation modeling and more. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6630 Research Seminar
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6610 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
The process of empirical research from developing conceptual models, proposal writing, to preparing research reports. The format of this course is that of a participant seminar. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6640 Research Topics
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Ongoing seminar involving faculty and students in research presentations. Emphasis on interpretation of design and analysis and implementation of research | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6700 Psychological Assessment I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Introduction of clinical assessment techniques and concepts of test construction, validity and reliability, emphasizing the administration, scoring and interpretation of the Wechsler Scales, MMPI and Bender Gestalt. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6710 Psychological Assessment II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6700 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
An introduction to the more projective diagnostic instruments used in a standard clinical battery of tests. Theory and rationale of the Projective Hypothesis underlying projective techniques presented through lectures, readings and discussion. Administration, scoring and principles guiding interpretation of the DAP, TAT and Rorschach. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6730 Psychological Assessment III
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6710 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
An in-house practicum in assessment conducted at the University Psychology Clinic. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6740 Developmental Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An intensive examination and integration of major theories in developmental psychology. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6750 Child Development
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An intensive examination of the course of development from the prenatal period up to adolescence. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6760 Child Psychopathology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An examination of childhood psychopathology, beginning from infantile disturbances up to adolescence. Major syndromes are examined from both a theoretical viewpoint and the perspective of the working clinician. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6770 Child Therapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Training in the psychological treatment of children. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6780 Adolescent Pathology and Therapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 6770 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
An intensive study of interrelated topics to demonstrate the intimate relationship of knowledge of normal development with its pathology and treatment. | 2 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6850 Psychopathology I
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 3420 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Major syndromes in psychopathology: their etiology, symptoms, etc. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6860 Psychopathology II
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A continuation of PYC 6850 with emphasis on personality disorders. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6880 Principles of Psychotherapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Theoretical model and practical application of psychoanalytic methods. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6890 Theories of Psychotherapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
The underlying theory, terminology and major approaches to psychotherapy. Explores theoretical and research foundations. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6900 Group Psychotherapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A review of the major theoretical and practical approaches to group psychotherapy. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 6930 Ethics and Professional Issues
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Survey of basic ethical issues pertaining to mental health care, American Psychological Association ethical standards and Michigan licensure/professional practice policies. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7500 Psychotherapy Practicum
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A practicum at the Psychology Clinic of the University of Detroit Mercy. The focus is on the development of therapeutic skills. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7520 Advanced Psychotherapy Practicum
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Students who have completed PYC 7500 may continue to see patients at the Psychology Clinic under supervision. Admission by permission of the instructor. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7530 Clinical Practicum
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Approximately 500 hours of supervised clinical experience in an organized health care setting. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7540 Clinical Internship
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A 2,000-hour supervised year of clinical experience in an organized health care setting. The internship may be taken on a full-time basis for one year or on at least a 20-hour per week half-time basis for two years. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7650 Cognitive Therapy
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
This course is designed to examine the basic tenets of cognitive therapy. Students develop a basic understanding of the cognitive theory of personality and its application in psychotherapy. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7670 Human Peuropsychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Essential neuroscience foundations and clinical methods for the study of brain-behavior relationships. Test methods and approaches are surveyed and evaluated critically with reference to various clinical settings. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7680 Group Processes
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
A review of major contributions from the fields of social psychology, sociology and clinical psychology related to the development, process and structure of small groups. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7690 Human Sexuality
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
This course begins with biological, psychological and anthropological theories regarding sexuality. Varieties of human sexual states are explored across the life-span, including heterosexuality, homosexuality, marriage, solo sexuality, and celibacy. Deviations from the normal are discussed in the contexts of legal issues and clinical applications. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7700 Clinical Health Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
PYC 5460 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
PYC 6400 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
A review of the application of psychological knowledge to the processes of health and illness. Issues revolving around the interrelationships of psychological and physical dimensions to health and illness. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7710 Psychosis: Process and Treatment
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Definition, processes and concepts most useful to understanding psychosis. Treatment of psychotic individuals based upon an in-depth theoretical understanding of psychotic processes and manifestations. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7720 Brief Intervention
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Concepts of emotional crisis and of emergency and brief intervention. Assessment, selection criteria, treatment planning and implementation using brief therapy principles. Factors affecting efficient and effective use of intervention time. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7730 Supervision and Consultation
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Examination of models and methods of clinical supervision of individual and group psychotherapy. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7740 Behavioral Treatment
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An examination of the various ways in which behavior can be changed using behavioral and cognitive behavioral techniques. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7750 Cultural Diversity
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Exploration of contemporary perspectives on human differences and examination of the powerful influences of "cultural identity" on intrapsychic development and cognitive, affective, and psychosocial functioning. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7950 Topics in Psychology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
An in-depth analysis of current topics in psychology. Topics will change yearly. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7980 Directed Studies
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Students who have completed all course and practicum requirements but who have not as yet passed their qualifying exam should register for this course every term until they achieve doctoral candidate status, i.e. by passing their qualifying examination. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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PYC 7990 Dissertation Research
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Consult department for format. | 0 | 0 | 0 | | |
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