34 courses with the subject PSY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Restricted to incoming HEOP students, this course is an introduction to psychology as a science. Topics covered include the history and scope of psychology, introduction to research and the brain, and a beginning understanding of memory improvement and motivational concepts.
This course introduces students to the major theories and concepts in contemporary psychology. Topics covered included the approaches and research methods in psychology, the biological basis of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and memory, consciousness, motivation and emotion, intelligence, personality, social psychology, and mental illness.
This course will provide a study of human behavior and how it is affected by social and cultural processes. Social groups, social institutions, social processes are analyzed to determine impact on persons in today’s society. The 135 psychological components of social change and their impact on social order are to be evaluated. Cross-listed as SOC 101
The scientific study of the individual across the life span: a study and application of physical, cognitive and behavioral processes across contexts. Prerequisite: PSY 100 with a grade of C or better
A survey of the various adjustments encountered by adolescents: psychosexual problems, dependence and independence conflicts, inferiority feelings, drug abuse and the problems of the self-image. Prerequisite: PSY 100
Practical application of scientific knowledge to an understanding of the child as a developing personality. The phases of development, major mental aspects and their determination, interest and behavior patterns are examined. Prerequisite: PSY 100
Minor and major variants of behavior. History of treatment of disordered personalities. The nature of maladjustment, neuroses, psychoses and other variances from normal behavior are considered. Prerequisite: PSY 100
The application of basic principles and concepts of interpersonal relationships. Topics include verbal and nonverbal communication, personality styles and levels of maturity. Prerequisite: PSY 100
Study of the psychological effects that events such as retirement, illness, loss of capacity and the prospect of death have on the elderly. It will also examine physiological, sociological, economic and psychological changes the elderly will encounter. Prerequisite: PSY 100
This course provides an overview of the growing field of health psychology. Health psychology explores the bidirectional relationship between a person’s mind and body, with a focus on how thought patterns, attitudes, and cognitions affect healthy behaviors and ultimately, health outcomes. Prerequisite: PSY 100
This course will examine the scientific research on happiness and its application in the areas of positive individual traits, positive emotions and positive institutions. Productivity, health, successful aging, spirituality and national wellbeing are all functions of happiness. Students will explore the practical ways to promote and maintain happiness, compassion, optimism, well
This course examines alcoholism and substance abuse from historical, biological, psychological, social, and cultural perspectives. It presents theoretical frameworks that help students understand the nature and course of substance abuse and dependency, as well as strategies to prevent its onset. The course introduces the assessment and diagnostic process as well as treatment app
This course examines various modalities for assessment and treatment of alcoholism and substance abuse. It presents theoretical frameworks that help students understand the nature and course of substance use and dependency, as well as strategies to prevent its onset. Students will develop an understanding of individual and group therapy, and how to integrate family dynamics into the treatment process. Cultural sensitivity will be emphasized throughout the course. Students will have the opportunity to practice their counseling skills to enhance and ground their understanding of the material. This is a required course to earn the CASAC certificate of completion.
This course examines alcoholism and drug use from a multidisciplinary approach within modern society. Students will evaluate historical, social, legal, and political policy as it applies to alcoholism and drug use. Models of addiction, classification of addictive substances, and the diagnosis and treatment of addictive behaviors will be examined. Social variables such as, but not limited to, culture, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, and religion, will be evaluated in terms of alcoholism and substance use. Practical application of course material will be emphasized. Prerequisite: PSY 100 with a grade of C or better.
This course covers the CASAC curriculum in PSY100 and PSY200. The content is designed to provide an overall view of the addiction field, including the effects of substance abuse on individuals, their families and communities, the diversity of intervention and treatment approaches available to substance use counselors, and strengthening counselor self-care and wellness. credit for PSY 100 and PSY 200. This course provides content coverage of CASAC curriculum that has been integrated into both PSY 100 and PSY 200. By completing this course, CASAC students do not have to repeat these two courses. Taking this course will enable students to achieve part of the 350 contact hours required by NYS OASAS to earn CASAC certificate of completion.
This course introduces the student to the scientific study of how individuals think, feel and behave in social situations. It applies the scientific method of systematic observation, description, and measurement in the study of the human condition. This course, while relating the foundations of social psychology, will give special attention to understanding the applications of s
Organizational Change examines the nature, defintions, theories and aspects of organizational culture, to help develop an understanding of the principles of organizational change theory that apply to both short-and long-term changes. Analysis covers patterns of behavior and their relationship to organizational culture, especially the impact of the organization’s business on empl
This course will be a study of a sociological perspective on health, illness and wellness. Disparities in health and health outcomes will be emphasized. Institutional structures and social supports will be reviewed, along with current health care reform proposals. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or permission of instructor; Cross-listed SOC 300
This course will explore the psychological meanings of food and eating and its effects on the health and wellness of humans. Some of the topics to explore include: the cultural evolution of food and eating, learning processes and eating behaviors, social and developmental influences on eating and food preference, the brain; mood, cravings, addiction, obesity, eating disorders an
This course will cover the psychology of violent criminal behavior from multiple perspectives. The course begins by exploring the different theories behind criminal behavior, including the biological, the psychological, the sociological, and those that concern social learning and developmental risk. The course then moves beyond the theoretical to consider the relationship betwee
This course examines integrated case management models within the context of human services such as, but not limited to, mental health and substance use. Students will obtain knowledge in the application of client documentation, interviewing, assessment, service planning, information management, networking, service coordination, referral, and successful termination and discharge. An emphasis will be placed on cultural, ethical, and professional competency and strategies effective in the management of care for diverse populations. Practical application of course material will be emphasized. Prerequisites: PSY 235 Alcoholism and Substance Use Treatment and PSY 247 Deviation
This course explores the evolution of the media and its influence on human behavior. Students will analyze the relationship between media and psychology in relationship to culture, ethical and legal issues. Students also examine ethical and legal issues related to the psychology and the media. Current and future trends and challenges will be discussed as well as media’s impact o
This course provides a broad exploration of the study of human health, disease and curing from a cross-cultural, historical, anthropological and evolutionary perspective, with an emphasis on the cultural and bio-cultural factors that shape how response to diseases and illness involve social dynamics, cultural values and collective expectations. Societies throughout the world rec
This course is designed to provide a solid and broad introduction to human cognition. It is the study of internal mental processes including perception, attention, memory, knowledge, language, decision making, and problem solving. The course will cover basic theoretical models, classic and recent research, new developments in theory, and applications in several areas including d
This course provides students with the foundation they will need to be discerning consumers of psychological research. Emphasis will be on the theoretical and practical aspects of the research techniques used in this field. Topics included will be the methods used by psychologists to obtain information; the properties essential in using these methods for forming appropriate conc
This course continues the work from Research Methods I, with a focus on more advanced statistical analyses of data and their interpretations and uses. The essential parts of a research proposal will be stressed and students will be trained on how to critically analyze research works. Students will be provided with the tools necessary to carry out a proposal. Prerequisites: PSY 3
The Internship in Psychology consists of a supervised work experience with professional practitioners in an agency, company, institution, organization or 139 school. The internship is designed to provide a diverse array of program-relevant experiential learning activities that enhance the students’ communication skills, cognitive skills and professional skills, and, as a capston
The internship in CASAC training is open only to students enrolled in the CASAC certificate of completion. The experience consists of a supervised work experience with professional practitioners in an approved addiction setting. The internship is designed to provide program-relevant experiential learning activities that enhance the students’ communication, cognitive and professional skills, and is intended to offer students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to utilize critical thinking and informed analysis. A minimum of 240 total hours of internship work for 6 credits is required. The internship is graded as pass/ fail. All required internship documents must be approved prior to the start of the internship. This is a required course to earn the CASAC certificate of completion. and in good academic standing.
This course explores sociological and public health concepts in the study of health through the life span. Topics of race, class, gender and culture will be broadly studied as they influence attitudes and behaviors towards health. Health will be defined in terms of age-expected changes and population health promotion priorities. Social detriments of health will be discussed as m
This course offers an opportunity for students at an advanced level of study in aa bachelor degree program and in good academic standing to undertake an independent project under the supervision of a faculty member. A maximum of 6 credits of independent study at the 220 and/or 420 level can be earned for a bachelor’s degree. A detailed proposal and advisor approval are required
This course provides students with an overview of the historical antecedents and major theoretical systems found in psychology. It surveys the history of psychology from the early Greek philosophers, through the predecessors of the psychological movement, to the beginning of psychology and its contemporary form. Prerequisites: Students must be in their final year of the Psycholo
Source: Maria College of Albany's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
