49 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.
An introduction to the scientific study of behavioral and mental processes. Topics include the neurobiological basis of behavior; perception; development; learning; memory and thinking; motivation; personality; normal and abnormal behavior; psychotherapy; and social factors in behavior.
Students will explore flourishing through the lens of positive psychology. Topics will include values, emotions, relationships, focus, mindset, perceptions, motivations, habits, systems, health, gratitude, meaning, resilience, and courage. Through a variety of contemplative practices, the ultimate goal is to assist students in developing a sustainable foundation of habits and behaviors, self-awareness, social connectivity, and purpose and passion in their college studies, their lives, and their future.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest. Credits 1 -3
This course is a study of human characteristics and changes from conception to death. At each developmental stage, major topics covered are physical and motor change, cognitive development, emotional and personality growth, and social development.
The understanding of gender roles from a psychological viewpoint. Topics included are a critique of the psychoanalytic view of gender differences, the effects of body states on personality, psychophysiological dysfunctions of the reproductive system, differences between male and female brains, differences in the way male and female infants behave, how sexual identity develops, and self-esteem, achievement motivation, and changes in the roles the different sexes play during their lifetimes. Credits 3
Through this introduction to the field of community psychology, you will learn major theories, principles, and methods in the field, apply them to concerns of importance to your own community, and evaluate their potential implications for active intervention, research, practice, and policy. Community psychology is a value-driven discipline that emphasizes community-collaboration to address social problems. It goes beyond an individual focus, integrating social, cultural, economic, political, environmental, and international influences to promote positive change, health, and empowerment at community and systemic levels.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
In conjunction with a faculty mentor, the student will participate or assist in the execution of an original research project that will culminate in a product (e.g., paper, poster, or presentation). A research proposal form completed by the student and faculty mentor is required for registration.
The first semester in this two-course sequence is an introduction to the history, methods, data collection, statistical analysis, and ethics of general experimental psychology. Research studies will be developed, executed, analyzed, reported in American Psychological Association (APA) style, and presented. Measures of central tendency and deviation, linear and function-free correlation, hypothesis testing, survey designs, and nonparametric techniques will be covered. Credits 4
The second semester in this two-course sequence will continue the study of research methodology, data collection, statistical analysis and ethics of experimental psychology. Research studies will be further developed, executed, analyzed, reported in American Psychological Association style, and presented. The designs covered include independent group-,between subject-, and within subject-designs along with the various forms of analysis of variance (ANOVA, Two-way ANOVA, and Repeated Measures ANOVA).
This course is designed to assist students in preparing themselves to enter the profession of psychology. Through a progressive series of applied assignments, students will examine psychological research on career decision making and job satisfaction; evaluate their own strengths, interests, and values; set career and life goals; identify and plan a strategy to prepare themselves for careers and/or graduate training; enhance professional self-presentation skills; examine issues of ethical conduct in applied psychological settings; and otherwise prepare themselves to enter the workforce as psychology majors.
PSY-320
Formerly titled Abnormal Psychology, this course is a study of the major forms of behavioral pathology and current therapies. Topics covered include anxiety disorders, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, affective disorders, schizophrenic disorders, and chronic brain syndromes.
Health Psychology is concerned with the interface between health and psychology, between behavior and wellness/illness. It looks at physiological and psychological functioning, and studies the interrelationship between mind, body and culture/ environment. In the course we look at both US and world health issues and examine such topics as health behaviors, stress and coping, illness prevention, wellness promotion, public policy, and the biopsychosocial model and emphasizes a multi- disciplinary perspective. Credits 3
A survey of the functional anatomy of the nervous system. Special emphasis on current views of the contributions of various subsystems to psychological phenomena. Credits 3
A study of the visual and auditory senses and how they function. How needs, desires, expectations, and previous experiences influence perception. Understanding of the principles of psychophysics. The course also focuses on cognitive factors in perception.
A real-world experience in psychology involving the application of knowledge and skills in community agencies, mental health services, business, government or educational settings which provides students with exposure to and experience in the profession of psychology. Attendance at scheduled seminars and completion of written project is required. Credits 1 -3
An introductory practicum course where students are taught via initial classroom training and video modeling the basic concepts of applied behavior analysis (ABA) and discrete trial teaching (DTT) to work one-on-one with a preschool child with autism. Students will apply learned concepts in order to handle common behaviors and maintain mastered skills of their assigned child. All practicum hours are on campus and attendance is a significant part of grade.
An advanced practicum course providing students with an opportunity to build on applied behavioral analysis (ABA) techniques taught in Introductory Autism Practicum to work with preschool children with autism. Students will be expected to apply ABA techniques to make significant behavior changes and use discrete trial training (DTT) to teach new skills. Students are expected to know how to implement a variety of behavior protocols and read and interpret data. All practicum hours are on campus and attendance is a significant part of grade. Credits 2 -3
A two or three-hour practicum course working with children with autism participating in Meredith Autism Program's Inclusive Preschool Classroom. Students will work on assisting these children to participate within a classroom setting while working to build their communication, group and social skill repertoires. Some of these areas include: responding to a teacher for group instruction, generalizing learned skills, and playing appropriately and interacting with same age neurotypical peers. Students will facilitate goals, collect data, and assist children through the classroom routine while implementing behavior management strategies as needed. Students will gain knowledge in age appropriate skills for all domains for the developmental age range of children in the classroom (ages 3-5) while learning how to modify activities according to the need of the child with autism.
The field of sport psychology examines psychological variables that impact athletic participation and performance. This course examines theories and research across diverse areas of psychology, including personality, cognitive, social, and clinical. Topics studied will include the personality differences between athletes and non-athletes, attributions for performance, strategies for successful performance, the predictors of anxiety, stereotypes, the team cohesion-performance link, effective approaches to coaching, coping with burnout and injury, self-confidence, and the prevalence of several disorders in athletes. Students can apply the knowledge gained to enhance their own mental resilience and improved performance as well towards diverse careers in coaching, personal training, sports science, mental performance consultation and other high-pressure performance environments.
This course is designed to offer students an experiential survey of introductory topics in music therapy, including the definition, scope, and history of the discipline, and populations served and corresponding interventions. Students will observe professionals in the field in a variety of settings and with different patient populations, as well as participate in mock music therapy interventions to gain a personal understanding of the client’s experience of therapy. Additionally, students will explore the relationship between artistic expression and personal development, self-awareness, and health.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
A study of the theories and research relevant to interpersonal influence, the ways in which an individual is influenced by other people. Included topics: attitude change, conformity, interpersonal attraction, self consistency, aggression, altruism, and social cognition. Credits 3
This course is a comprehensive overview of the psychological aspects of aging. Topics include research methods, theories of aging, and age-related changes in sensation/perception, memory, cognition, personality and late-life psychopathology. Emphasis will be on pathways to successful aging in the context of a shifting balance of gains and losses in psychological and physical functioning.
Play Therapy & Play- Based Intervention is a course designed to introduce students to play therapy and play-based interventions. Through an ecological theoretical lens, students will learn the requisite knowledge required to intervene with children (and families) facing a variety of complex life challenges. This course will not certify any student to practice as a therapist of any sort. However, students will gain the most basic knowledge to intervene with children in human services settings.
A consideration of major contemporary theories of personality and the evaluation of these theories in the light of research findings.
Reproductive Mental Health relates to the health and wellbeing of all people; as we are all the product of reproduction! This course will focus on the intersection between the biological, social, and psychological aspects of reproduction. In the course, using a scientific research lens, we will examine topics such as adjusting to parenthood, infertility and pregnancy loss, postpartum mental health, race and health disparities in reproductive health, LGBTQ+ family building, third party reproduction, single parenting by choice, and trauma-informed pregnancy. Credits 3
4 PSY-428 Introduction to Substance Use 3 4 Disorders & Addiction 14 Treatment Sub-Total Credits 3 Three Electives in approved Credits psychology courses: 3 Choose any 3 PSY courses. Courses may come 3 from any of the areas above (experimental, social/ 3 developmental, clinical) or from the applied electives listed here. * A maximum of 6 credit hours in electives 3 may come from practicum or research courses (PSY-340, PSY-342, PSY-343, PSY-344, PSY-442, 3 PSY-299, PSY-498, PSY-499). Course # Title Credits 3 PSY-188 Special Topics in Psychology 1 -3
Disorders & Addiction Treatment This course introduces students to Substance Use Disorders and Addiction treatments by examining co- occurring psychiatric disorders as the norm with substance use disorders and addictions. With DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, the 2014 ACA code of ethics, and 2016 CACREP standards integrated throughout the course, students will gain a foundation of understanding and explore treatment options in the field. Students will conceptualize treatment of substance use disorders, build knowledge of common clinical work integrated in addictions counseling, and ascertain ethical and advocacy related challenges encountered by social work professionals. Credits 3
The focus of this course is the historical genesis of current concerns in psychology. Particular emphasis will be placed on the seminal work of the late 19th- and early 20th-century psychological pioneers.
A survey of the major theories and empirical findings in the field. Emphasis is placed on the active strategies and thought processes used in remembering, speaking and understanding language, reading, concept learning, and problem solving. Credits 3
A course focused on a special topic in psychology. Topics will be chosen in accord with faculty and student interest. Intended for students of demonstrated maturity, usually indicated by upper class standing. Topics may include current trends in research and/or professional issues. A description of the topic will be included in the registration schedule for the upcoming semester.
Students who have mastered skills needed in Intermediate Autism Practicum can enroll in this course. Students will read data provided by a discrete trial teaching (DTT) team and analyze trends in learning. Students will take raw data and graph the data to present to assigned consultant for review. Students will continue to provide weekly one-on-one teaching with their assigned child. All practicum hours are on campus and attendance is a significant part of grade.
This course will provide an overview of the field of Forensic Psychology, which investigates the intersection of psychology with the law and criminal-legal systems. Topics will include: hindsight bias, discrimination and discriminatory intent, witness memory and testimony, police psychology, false confessions, jury psychology, competency to stand trial, forensic assessment, correctional psychology, and mass incarceration, among others. This course targets students with background and interests in psychology, social work, and criminal justice fields.
Special topics course offered in response to student and faculty interest.
In conjunction with a faculty mentor, the student will formulate and execute an original research project that will culminate in a paper and a presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and the faculty mentor is required for registration. The project must meet Honors Program thesis requirements as well as the expectations of the psychology faculty.
In conjunction with a faculty mentor, the student will formulate and execute an original research project that will culminate in a written thesis and a presentation. A research proposal form completed by the student and the faculty mentor is required for registration. Credits 1 -3
The second semester in this two-course sequence will continue the study of research methodology, data collection, statistical analysis and ethics of experimental psychology. Research studies related to Industrial-Organizational psychology will be further developed, executed, analyzed, reported in American Psychological Association style, and presented. The designs covered include independent group-, between subject-, and within subject-designs along with the various forms of analysis of variance (ANOVA, Two-way ANOVA, and Repeated Measures ANOVA). This course is for students intending to apply for the Accelerated Master’s in I-O psychology. Instructor permission required to enroll. Credits 4
An overview of careers in the field of Industrial Organizational Psychology. A focus on cultivating broadly applicable career skills, such as consulting skills. Students must be admitted to the Accelerated 4+1 Master’s in I-O Psychology program to enroll in this course.
One of two courses providing an advanced examination of the application of psychological principles to organizational and work settings. A focus on concepts unique to this domain, including: job analysis, recruitment, selection, and compensation. Students must be admitted to the Accelerated 4+1 Master’s in I-O Psychology program to enroll in this course.
An advanced examination of the influence of the presence or perceived presence of others on an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they intersect the workplace. A focus on attitudes and attitude change, group processes, social cognition/ judgment and decision-making, social influence and leadership, and social-psychological research methods. Credits 3
An advanced study of psychological-testing theory and practice, focusing on the nature of psychological constructs, testing theory, individual differences, judgment and decision making in testing, and appropriate methods of test construction and deployment including statistical methods and psychometrics.
Source: Meredith College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
