PSY 111Introduction to Psychology3
18 cr.
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- cr.
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
Harcum College · Courses
PSY
11 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.
PSY 112Psychology of Personality3
and Adjustment This course examines the components of a healthy personality from a variety of per- spectives. The biological, genetic, and phys- iological contributions are assessed in depth, based on current research. In addi- tion, more traditional theories of personali- ty, based on the work of Sigmund Freud (defense mechanisms), Erik Erikson (ego- development and ego-identity), and other personality theorists will be explored. The course allows students to take and evaluate various personality-testing instruments. Finally, the course addresses underlying issues in personality research – Is personal- ity hard-wired in the brain at birth, or is it shaped by social and environmental factors over time? Are personality traits consistent across all interactions, or is personality more situationally-based? Can personality traits be changed through therapy and/or individual effort? Core Social Science Elective
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSY 111
PSY 113The Inclusive Classroom3
The purpose of this course is to help stu- dents develop attitudes and skills to meet the needs of all children in their programs. By the end of the course, students should have developed the knowledge and the problem solving skills to adapt strategies and develop original materials for an effec- tive inclusive learning environment. Students are introduced to the history and legal background of inclusive education, will be familiar with major conditions and factors affecting a child’s ability to learn, and be able to communicate effectively with the professional team, including medical/devel- opmental specialists. This course examines the educational needs of young children who have cultural differences and explores teaching approaches to accommodate these needs in a cooperative environment, includ- ing parents, school, and community interac- tion. The course includes experiential, hands-on learning, and promotes practical application and problem solving. Core Social Science or Diversity Elective
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- None
PSY 154Child Development3
This course traces the development of the child from conception through middle childhood, focus- ing on the developmental characteristics of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, with emphasis on sensory motor, cognitive, and social-emotional development. Core Social Science Elective
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- None
PSY 156Human Development3
This course traces the development of the individual from conception through the lifespan, focusing on the developmental characteristics of infancy, childhood, ado- lescence, young and middle adulthood, and old age. Emphasis is on normal develop- ment. Theories considered are psychoana- lytic, cognitive, behaviorist, humanist, and ethological. Effects and interaction of genetics and environment or nature/nur- ture are emphasized. Core Social Science Elective CATALOG 2023–2024 127
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSY 111
PSY 158Psychology of Disabilities3
ELE General Elective 3 cr. 12 cr.
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- cr.
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
PSY 200Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
- Subject
- PSY
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
PSY 212Group Dynamics3
This course is an introduction to small- group therapy with a particular focus on group characteristics and processes such as how a group is defined; conformity, consen- sus, and conflict in groups; types of power and influence in groups; leadership styles; phases or stages in group behavior; motiva- tional processes in groups and communica- tion patterns in groups. Core Social Science Elective 128 H A RC U M C O L L E G E
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- PSY 111
PSY 213Educational Psychology3
The purpose of this course is to review con- cepts and principles of psychology in order to apply them to educational methods. Topics to be covered are child development, learning, intelligence, motivation, memory, variations in learning styles, evaluation, and assessment. Teaching methods from the behaviorist, humanist, and cognitive view are considered. Core Social Science Elective
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- Credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
- Prerequisite
- None
PSY 253Abnormal Psychology3
HUM Humanities Elective 3 cr.
- Subject
- PSY
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- cr.
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
PSY 260Introduction to
- Subject
- PSY
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026
- Source
- www.harcum.edu
Source: Harcum College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59