86 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.
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Psychology is the scientific study of behavior. This course provides a broad overview of this field of science. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Lifespan Development is concerned with the biosocial, cognitive/emotional, and psychosocial development of individuals across the lifespan. The course begins examination of human life with conception and continues to examine interactive influences until death. This course focuses on theory, research, and application. Please note that this course is extremely similar to FLHD 1500 . It is not recommended that students take both FLHD 1500 and PSY 1100. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This course explores helping professions in the human services. We explore career and professional development and examine professional duties, licensing laws, and educational requirements for careers in social work, counseling, health and human services, child and family services, corrections, and other human service professions. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course applies psychology to life. It also lays the foundation for further studies in psychology. Self-discovery; paradigm exploration; life, career, and education planning; professional organizations; research opportunities; graduate school; APA writing format; goal setting; decision-making; life and stress management; learning and memory skills; diversity; and psychology department resources are among the topics addressed. This class is required for Psychology majors. Psychology minors or anyone interested in a career in Psychology are also welcome. Students wishing to major in Psychology should take this course their freshman or sophomore year as it is a prerequisite for later courses. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course focuses on health, wellness, personal growth, and bringing these elements together for a successful experience as a member of the workforce in the helping professions. This course will orient students to the purpose and structure of organizations and agency culture and climate as it relates to the emerging professional worker. Students will also be guided in identifying ways to maximize personal health and understand ways that stress hampers productivity, attitude, and motivation that often leads to burnout. By developing a growth mindset and understanding its importance, individuals can identify healthy coping mechanisms that decrease everyday stress. Stress is a powerful factor that leads to decreased health, motivation, and work satisfaction that hamper those in the workforce. Possessing psychological tools to combat stress is key to being able to adapt and cope as a skilled helper in the field of Behavioral Health. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course prepares students for employment in the human-services field by teaching foundational ethical principles within behavioral health, with an emphasis on ethical guidelines that are consistent across professional organizations (i.e., APA, ACA, NASW, etc.). This course will also focus on the application of ethical principles in the clinical employment setting. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course examines human behavior typically classified as “abnormal.” Diagnostic criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association, current theories of etiology, and contemporary treatment strategies will be reviewed. The course usually includes field visits to programs which treat persons with these diagnoses. The goal of the course is to provide students the opportunity to develop an empathic understanding of individuals with mental illnesses. This is a designated Service-Learning course. (Fall, Spring, Summer (As Needed)) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A presentation of statistical concepts of particular relevance to psychologists. Topics include descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, t-tests, ANOVA, correlation, regression, and Chi-square. Students should consider taking this course early in their program of study, as it is a prerequisite for the Methods Courses required for the major. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This lab provides students a hands-on experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. In addition to analyzing and interpreting assigned data sets, students will work on a group project and present their findings to their classmates, at the department’s annual fall research symposium, and/or the campus-wide Festival of Excellence. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will explore how the perspective provided by the biological theory of evolution helps to understand human and non-human animal psychology. Fundamental evolutionary principles will be introduced and their application to psychological theory and research carefully evaluated. Individual topics include romantic relationships, family dynamics, cooperation, clinical pathology, judgment and decision-making, and more. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Introduction to sensory systems and perceptual processes from a cognitive and neurophysiological perspective. Visual, auditory, olfactory, and other sensory modalities are explored to understand the process by which we see, hear, and feel the surrounding environment. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course is designed to deepen appreciation and understanding of cross-cultural research and its applications, and the influence of culture on various aspects of psychology. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A thematic study of human development from conception through childhood. The interaction of biology, mind, and environment on the physical, cognitive, and psychological development of children is explored. Contributions from a variety of theoretical perspectives and disciplines are included. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A study of human development during adolescence and emerging adulthood. The interaction of biology, mind, and environment on the physical, cognitive, and psychological development with an emphasis on developmental theories and psychosocial issues. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A study of human development during adulthood and aging. The interaction of biology, mind, and environment on the physical, cognitive, and psychological development with an emphasis on developmental theories and psychosocial issues. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Psychology of Gender explores the similarities and differences in the psychological experiences of groups of people based on gender. Topics explored will be biological and genetic similarities and differences, social roles, gender stereotyping, occupational roles, and similarities and differences in sexual behavior and attitudes. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A survey of contemporary psychological models of human motivation. Sources of motivation will be explored: biological/evolutionary, internal psychological, and external. Emotions will be discussed as a unique source of motivation. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A survey of contemporary psychological models of human cognition (e.g., memory, attention, perception, problem solving, and communication). The class focuses on research from the field of experimental psychology. This course is designed for psychology majors and minors. (Fall [As Needed], Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course explores the social nature of individual behavior. Focus of the course is on how the individual perceives the social group and interacts in social situations. Topics to be covered include social perception and cognition, interpersonal attraction, aggression, conformity, group processes, and applied aspects of social psychology. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course includes a study of the experimental analysis of behavior method, variables that have been shown to affect behavior, and principles that help us to understand, explain, and control behavior. Students must register for the lecture and the lab. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee The lab will give students experience in experimentally analyzing and modifying the behavior of a simulated subject. Some semesters or sections may offer the opportunity to interact with live subjects. Standard experimental procedures will be assigned and experimental results will be reported in APA publication format. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A consideration of issues in the design and interpretation of research in psychology. Topics include research ethics; validity and reliability; internal and external validity, within and between subject designs; single and multifactor experiments; correlational; and survey designs. This course is strongly recommended for students who plan to enroll in PSY 4930 and later intend to pursue graduate studies. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This lab provides students a formal experience with research design. In this lab students design an experiment, collect human subjects data, analyze and interpret those data, and disseminate their conclusions in a written lab report and oral presentation. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course reviews the theory and application of assessment used in psychology and education. Content includes a review of the statistics used in assessment, measurement theory, test development, and the major instruments used to assess intelligence, achievement, and personality. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee In this lab, students will learn about and perform various statistical operations associated with psychometric analyses. Skills gained in the lab will be used to help students design, conduct, and disseminate results from a measurement-oriented research project conducted in PSY 3430 . (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Environmental Psychology examines the interaction between the person and environment. Psychological research and theory are applied to specific environments, both built and natural. Topic areas range from the very broad (climate change) to the very specific design of elderly care facilities). (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee An introduction to industrial and organizational psychology. Topical areas include general theories of IO psychology, job analysis, criterion measurements, personnel selection, leadership, motivation, training, organizational efficiency, and workplace stress. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Stress and pain often interact and exacerbate each other. Although considered undesirable by most people, they are to some extent necessary, and can at times be beneficial. This course explores the psychobiological variables which contribute to stress and the perception of pain. Both psychological and biological based therapies are discussed. Opportunities for personal applications will be included. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course investigates the biopsychosocial factors which contribute to health and illness. Issues within the fields of medical psychology and behavioral medicine are discussed. Topics may include health and illness behaviors, stress, pain, seeking and adhering to medical advice, nutrition, emerging health trends, chronic illness, and behaviors associated with specific types of illness and disease. Opportunities for personal application will be included. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Building on established personality theories, the course offers students the opportunity for expanded self-understanding and understanding of others. Primary focus is on presentation and discussion of diverse theoretical views of personality and personality development. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Professional Roles and Ethics Practicum in Psychology prepares students for field placement experiences. It includes professional, ethical, legal, and clinical issues relevant to becoming a successful human service professional. This is a designated Service-Learning course. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course examines group dynamics, development, and major theoretical approaches to group work. Students will explore how groups form and function, factors that influence group effectiveness, and leadership and member roles. Students will also develop skills in observing and analyzing group processes. The course prepares students to understand and work with groups in human services and related professions. Levels of experiential learning may vary by instructor and semester. Sections including higher experiential components (i.e., participating in a group experience) may require instructor permission for registration. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course consists of assisting with a research project led by a faculty member. The course may be taken no more than two (2) times for credit for a maximum of six (6) credits. Registration based on instructor approval. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will provide an overview of the field of clinical child psychology. This course will provide exposure to the history, theories, and potential causes of psychological disorders in childhood. The course will emphasize assessment, diagnosis, and treatment approaches for a wide range of childhood disorders. While the field of psychology has various theoretical approaches, this course will take an evidence-based approach in examining disorders of childhood. Students who take this course will be able to a) identify the main theories of the etiology of childhood disorders, b) gain basic knowledge of diagnosis and prognosis of common childhood disorders, and c) identify evidence-based treatments for specific disorders. (Fall [As Needed], Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Clinical Neuropsychology is the applied science of brain behavior relationships. Topics include functional neuroanatomy, common pathological conditions of the central nervous system and associated behavioral correlates, realms of function assessed in a neuropsychological evaluation, and assessment techniques. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee The study of major learning theories that contribute to the understanding of learning. Emphasis will be given to the application of these theories to the learning process. (Fall, Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides exposure to many of the contemporary approaches to psychotherapy. Lectures are supplemented with experiential exercises. This course is team taught with the instructors presenting therapies that represent their particular interests in psychology. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will provide an introduction to positive psychology. Positive psychology encompasses the study of positive experiences, positive character strengths, positive relationships, and the institutions and practices that facilitate their development. Positive experiences include the mental state of flow and mindfulness and emotions about the present (e.g., pleasure, contentment, laughter), past (e.g., nostalgia, satisfaction, pride), and future (e.g., hope, optimism). The distinction among the pleasant life, the good life, and the meaningful life will be drawn. It is designed to explore the concepts, research behind the concepts, techniques, and exercises that enhance well-being. The format of the course will be didactic, experiential, and interactive. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This course consists of special areas of interest to the faculty member. The course may be taken no more than four (4) times for credit, given the course subtitle is different each time. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $12 Fee Explores how the brain interacts with genetic, hormonal, environmental, social, and psychological variables to produce behavior and how each is subsequently changed in turn. Lectures are held for the first five (5) and last five (5) weeks of the semester only. Students are encouraged to register for the animal behavioral neuroscience lab ( PSY 4515 ) and/or human neuropsychophysiology lab ( PSY 4525 ) which are held during the middle five (5) weeks of the semester. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This lab gives students hands-on experience in the field of brain and behavior. Using rats and mice, students learn techniques such as stereotaxic brain surgery, perfusions and histology, and several commonly used behavioral paradigms. Labs are three (3) hours long, once per week during the middle five (5) weeks of the semester only. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This lab gives students hands-on experience in the field of brain and behavior. Using humans as participants, students learn the fundamentals of electrodermal activity, heart rate, heart rate variability, and electroencephalography (EEG). These will be used to illustrate the relationship between brain and behavior. Labs are three (3) hours long, once per week during the middle five (5) weeks of the semester only. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee A survey of the field of forensic psychology emphasizing application. This course will cover the role psychology has played in the legal system, including rehabilitation, theories of crime, eyewitness testimony, evaluation of criminal suspects, and jury selection. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides comprehensive coverage of issues relating to drug use and abuse in our society. Topics include psychopharmacology, common drugs of abuse (e.g. cocaine, nicotine, alcohol, depressants, hallucinogens, over-the-counter and prescription drugs), and the treatment and prevention of substance abuse. PSY 4510 (or previous knowledge of biology) is helpful but not required. (Fall [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee As with the special topics course, faculty can use this course number to offer a guided reading and discussion course pertaining to a special area of interest. Both the class schedule and handouts in the department office will provide further information as to what is being offered under this title. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This course is designed to give psychology honors students extra opportunity to develop their leadership skills in both an academic and applied setting. This will be accomplished through a series of specific readings and discussion of topics. Application of the topics will be achieved through directed group activities. (Fall, Spring) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee Provides students with the opportunity to receive academic credit for supervised, professional-level service and work experience. Students must have completed a minimum of 30 undergraduate semester credit hours and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (SUU Policy 6.3). Up to 6 credit hours count toward the total number of psychology credits needed for the major or minor in psychology. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee Psychology Internship Capstone is a culminating and integrative experience that provides students with the opportunity to receive academic credit for supervised, professional-level service and work experience. To qualify as a Capstone experience, students are required to complete at least three (3) credit hours of internship in a single agency or organization. To be eligible for a Capstone Internship, students must have successfully completed 90 hours of coursework toward their degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and have completed 24 hours of psychology courses beyond PSY 1010 to enroll. Up to 6 credit hours count toward the total number of credits needed for the major or minor in psychology. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course serves as one option for satisfying the senior capstone requirement of the psychology major. In this course, students perform an extensive review of the literature on a psychological topic of interest. The end result will be a written, APA style, professional paper which students both submit to the instructor and present to the class and/or another professional context such as the Psychology Department Research Symposium or other venues. As a capstone course, this is intended as a culminating experience in undergraduate study of Psychology. Students using this course to fulfill the capstone requirement must have successfully completed 24 credit hours of psychology courses beyond PSY 1010 to enroll. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This course is designed to provide students with practical knowledge related to specific topics related to psychology. Students will be exposed to learning activities outside of traditional class and lab settings. Examples of specific content may include the application process for graduate school, professional development, time limited experiential learning opportunities, etc. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This course is designed to help students be successful in their applications to graduate school. In this class, students will look into graduate programs, prepare drafts of materials for use in applying to graduate programs, and have a chance to ask questions about graduate school and how to be successful. (As Needed) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Ideally suited to students wishing to pursue a research-oriented career or a graduate degree in psychology. This course reviews and expands on skills required to conduct and disseminate research using the scientific method. By the end of the semester, students are expected to submit an IRB research proposal and successfully defend their thesis proposal. Students are then encouraged to register for PSY 4940 , giving them the opportunity to carry out their research project. Given the advanced nature of this research experience, students must have completed at least one of the psychology methods courses and accompanying lab to enroll. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 Fee In this lab, students enrolled in PSY 4930 will perform computer-based and supervised activities such as turnitin.com registration and use, electronic literature searches, selection of inferential statistical tests using decision trees, data set analysis and interpretation using SPSS, graphing with Microsoft Excel, IRB submissions, and PowerPoint presentations (their creation and dissemination). (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Ideally suited to students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in psychology. This course allows students to conduct research for which they have received IRB approval. Students will complete their research project with individualized mentorship from a faculty member and submit an APA-style professional paper. Though not required, it is anticipated that many students will submit their research for presentation and/or publication. This course may be repeated for up to 12 credits with a maximum of 3 credits applied toward a psychology degree. This course serves as one option for satisfying the senior capstone requirement of the psychology major, and if used as such, this is intended as a culminating experience in undergraduate study of psychology. While it may be taken earlier, students using this course to fulfill the capstone requirement must have successfully completed 24 credit hours of psychology courses beyond PSY 1010 to enroll. This course is generally taken during the Spring semester, after having completed
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course is a comparison of different theories and methods of psychology and their historical context. An evaluation of theories and methods from philosophical and scientific standpoints will be carried out. This course serves as one option for satisfying the senior capstone requirement of the psychology major and is thus intended as a culminating experience in undergraduate study of psychology. Students must have successfully completed 24 credit hours of psychology courses beyond PSY 1010 to enroll. As this course includes a heavy historical experimental focus, students must have completed at least one methods course before enrolling. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This course is designed to provide experiential, project-based, or engaged learning of psychological principles. The course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits and is repeatable up to 2 times for a maximum of 12 credits. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Clinical psychology is an exciting, multifaceted, and rewarding field; however, the nature of our work introduces ethical challenges. Ethics, Law, and Professional Practices, prepares doctoral students with introductory knowledge of foundational ethical principles and legal statutes. Unlike content that can be learned and retained in a static manner, psychologists must develop fluency with ethical standards so that they can be applied into daily practice. This course lays the foundation for that process to continue throughout doctoral training. In this course, students will learn to identify and apply relevant APA ethical codes and legal standards. Students will utilize critical thinking skills to analyze realistic hypothetical situations that pose ethical conflicts. Issues related to cultural competency and diversity will be discussed. Students will also be introduced to a model of ethical reasoning and encouraged to apply this model throughout their professional development. This course helps prepare students for clinical training experiences such as practicum. This course contributes to Profession Wide Competencies of Ethical and Legal Standards, Individual and Cultural Diversity, Professional Values and Attitudes, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, and Consultation and Interprofessional Skills. This course also contributes to Discipline Specific Knowledge of Cognitive Aspects of Behavior, Social Aspects of behavior, and Advanced Integrative Knowledge in Scientific Psychology. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $24 Fee This course teaches the skills of administration and scoring of major cognitive and achievement assessment instruments (i.e., WISC-V, WAIS-IV) in the context of recent theories and research. An overview of other tests will also be presented. The topic of Learning Disorders is introduced along with historical, conceptual and relevant clinical issues. The APA Ethics Codes and Professional Standards pertinent to testing and dissemination of test results will be discussed along with educational, employment, and social implications of assessment and the development of communication skills and appropriate interventions. Issues of assessing culturally and linguistically diverse individuals are integrated throughout the course. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $24 Fee This course continues training in and experience with measurement theory, psychological testing, evaluation, and assessment. The course begins with coverage of general measurement topics and is followed by an overview of specific tools designed to assess social, emotional, behavioral, and personality factors across the lifespan. In addition, students will gain “hands-on” experience with administration, interpretation, and written presentation of assessment results. These experiences are designed to facilitate understanding of how test data have the potential to inform therapeutic intervention and case formulation. Ethical and diversity-related considerations will be examined and incorporated throughout the course. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This seminar course contains content to develop your understanding of psychology from a scientific way of knowing and to inform you of theories of motivation, emotion, and affect. The curriculum of this course is designed to enhance your abilities to be effective in a clinical setting. Throughout this course, principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusivity are discussed in directed reading and formal seminar discussion. Further, content from this course connects with content from PSY 6400: Advanced Social Psychology, PSY 6700: Statistics and Research Design, and PSY 6450: Psychopathology. Finally, this course provides foundational material for PSY 6520: Clinical Practicum, PSY 6530: Field Practicum, PSY 6810: Addictions Treatment, and PSY 7990: Pre-Doctoral Internship. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will introduce the psychotherapy process and basic counseling skills. Topics include evidence-based practices, common factors, and an overview of various foundational psychotherapy modalities including (but not limited to) humanistic, psychodynamic, interpersonal process, existential, cognitive-behavioral, and others. The class will discuss the various theoretical approaches to conceptualization of the problem, the role of the therapist, theory of cure, and applications with diverse groups. Basic counseling skills will include active and reflective listening skills, nonverbal behaviors, paraphrasing, empathy responses, and building a therapeutic alliance, among others. Skills will be introduced through role plays in class and students will be assigned weekly practice. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Our theoretical (and personal) assumptions about people and their motives influence how we see the strengths and weaknesses of our clients, the style of therapeutic relationship we develop, the kind of therapeutic goals we set, how we attempt to intervene to meet these goals, and how we study this process. As a result, it is especially important for us to develop a strong, useful theoretical viewpoint, as well as to understand those of other therapists. This course will take a “deep” dive into four influential third-wave therapy models (CBT, DBT, MBCT, ACT) as well as a certification in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS). This course is designed to build on the foundational counseling skills and theories learned in PSY 6300: Foundations of Psychotherapy, PSY 6100: Ethics Laws and Professional Practices, PSY 6610: Human Development Through the Lifespan, and PSY 6620: Individual and Cultural Diversity. Additionally, it will provide a deeper more comprehensive perspective on four influential third-wave therapy models. This course will further prepare students to conduct and engage in individual psychotherapy with clients in future practica. Furthermore, this course will provide opportunities to practice core skills and techniques necessary to conduct four forms of therapy serving as a foundation for additional skill development and practice in all subsequent intervention courses and practica. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course will focus on specific theoretical and clinical orientations for understanding psychopathology and how those frameworks translate to psychotherapeutic approaches. This course will also include a strong emphasis on empirically-based treatment approaches, and the use of certain manualized treatments with certain populations (e.g., children, adolescents, etc.). For example, specific treatment approaches will include Trauma-Focused Approaches (e.g., EMDR, Exposure, TF-CBT), Interpersonal Approaches (e.g., IPT), Family Systems (PCIT), Behavior Therapy (e.g., Habit Reversal Training, etc.), and other Cognitive Approaches (e.g., Exposure and Response Prevention, Systematic Desensitization, etc.). Examples of manualized treatments will also be introduced as part of this course (e.g., The Coping Cat). (Summer - 1st Session) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This advanced course in social psychology explores the interaction of the individual person with the social environment. Topics such as the self, social perception and cognition, attributions, attitudes and persuasion, prejudice and discrimination, social influence, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction, group processes, and aggression will be covered from an empirically-based perspective. The course will include both theoretical and applied elements associated with the topics and is designed to meet the Discipline-Specific Knowledge (DSK) content area of Social Aspects of Behavior, for American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course reviews human behavior usually classified as “abnormal” or pathological. We will explore definitions of “abnormal behavior” throughout human history to the current time. We will use the current version of the American Psychiatric Association’s diagnostic criteria (DSM-V) as a diagnostic foundation, but take special care to humanize the people who have the mental conditions we cover. Four conceptual themes inform our approach to discussing psychopathology. First, care will be taken to thoroughly review signs and symptoms, and other diagnostic considerations of the condition(s) consistent with the medical model. Second, we will explore etiological models, such as multicultural and/or adaptive (teleological functions) of the condition(s). Third, we will review treatment and intervention strategies consistent with each of the etiological considerations. Fourth, we will cover neurobiological factors associated with each condition or constellation of conditions. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee The clinical pre-practicum consists of participation on a vertical team led by a licensed core or adjunct faculty member in the PsyD Program. Students enrolled in the pre-practicum will attend group supervision meetings, shadow assigned clinical cases during the semester, and practice therapy and assessment skills in a simulated clinical environment. The main goals of this course are to (a) help students begin conceptualizing how to provide basic clinical services, (b) ensure that students begin to build a foundation they will ultimately use in their work with clients, and (c) help students develop their ability to provide accept constructive feedback related to their developing clinical efforts. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee The clinical practicum uses a vertical team supervision format led by a licensed core or adjunct faculty member in the PsyD Program. Within this structure, students receive both individual and group supervision of clinical activities in the SUU Community Counseling and Assessment Clinic. Under the supervision of their faculty supervisor, students will provide direct clinical services to clients as they build and practice clinical skills. They will obtain hands-on experience administering assessment tools, conducting comprehensive assessment for a range of presenting problems, and providing individual and family therapy using several evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Opportunities for facilitating therapy groups through the clinic may also be available. In addition to managing a clinical caseload, fourth-year students will begin their own supervision efforts with junior students on their Vertical Team. The main goals of this course are to (a) help students continue conceptualizing the delivery of basic clinical services, (b) continue building the foundation they are using in their work with clients, (c) to help students accept constructive feedback related to their own clinical efforts, and (d) begin providing supervision to junior members of the Vertical Team. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course examines basic principles of development that inform our understanding of human development across the lifespan. In addition to the texts, various articles will be assigned in order to further student’s knowledge of development across the lifespan. We will also read and explore recent work examining different cultural perspectives, processes, and methods of examining development across the lifespan. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students will gain knowledge regarding their own cultural background as well as those who are culturally different than themselves. Student will learn how to incorporate multicultural frameworks and theories into the practice of counseling. Readings and class activities will address multiple perspectives (e.g., individual, family, community) for addressing multiculturalism in counseling, social justice, and advocacy work. Upon completion of this course, students should be prepared to handle a variety of multicultural issues in numerous settings. As emerging clinicians, students should be able to work with clients with different identities than themselves and understand how the clients’ identities and the clinicians’ identities play a role in their work together. Additionally, students should also be prepared to explore issues of diversity in each of their future courses in their program of study after completing this course. Students should be emerging experts in issues of diversity on the Southern Utah University campus, in the community, and at their future clinical training sites. (Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Students learn to interpret and evaluate elements of research design and statistical analyses and their applicability in health services psychology. Included are quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches. Demonstration of the ability to formulate a research proposal is required. Attention is paid to issues related to individual and cultural diversity, ethics, and research with vulnerable populations. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This is the second and final course in the sequence on Statistics and Research Design. This course covers statistical inference, including null hypothesis testing and its alternatives; correlational designs and quasi experimentation; quantitative, mathematical modeling and analysis of psychological data, multivariate statistics, statistical power, replication, estimation, and meta-analysis. Students also learn and practice conducting various types of statistical analyses such as statistical description, power estimates, meta-analyses, and linear modeling, along with univariate and multivariate analysis techniques. We will also discuss research ethics, questionable research practices, and open science. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health in Rural America and explores culturally competent mental health care with rural populations. The history and structure of rural mental health care, and the culture of rural living among diverse groups will be explored. Areas such as poverty, mental health, co-occurring disorders and substance use evaluations and interventions will be examined. This course seeks to bring knowledge of multicultural perspectives to rural community practice. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee The clinical practicum consists of supervision of clinical activities at external practicum placement sites (e.g., psychotherapy, assessment). Specifically, starting in the Summer after Year 2 of the Program, students will begin seeing clients at various clinical sites in the surrounding communities (e.g., Cedar City, St. George, Salt Lake City). Students will also be assigned external placements each subsequent semester during Year 3 and Year 4 (i.e., Fall, Spring, Summer). The main goals of this course are to (a) help students continue conceptualizing the delivery of basic clinical services, (b) continue building the foundation they are using in their work with clients, and (c) and to help students accept constructive feedback related to their own clinical efforts. It is important to note that students will receive individual supervision on site if the practicum placement includes a licensed Doctoral-level Psychologist on staff. In instances where there are no licensed Doctoral-level Psychologists on site, individual supervision will be done by a core Faculty member from the SUU PsyD Program (e.g., DCT). (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course introduces students to the foundational skills for psychological and mental health program/service planning and evaluation. The process of formulating appropriate research questions, research design, sampling, methods of data collection, procedures to assess and improve the validity and reliability of data and measures, and the ethics of scientific inquiry will be addressed. As consumers of research, students will learn to locate, assess, and critique research studies so as to draw appropriate inference, particularly as it affects diverse populations. Students will gain a basic understanding of how to plan and implement psychological and mental health programs and how to design evaluations to determine if those programs are effective. This course will help students understand mental health practice through the critical examination of methods and approaches associated with decision-making, critical thinking, and ethical judgment. (Spring [As Needed]) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee All aspects of human memory and executive function are critical for navigating everyday life as well as becoming a successful contributor to society. This class is intended to provide a forum for theoretical discussion concerning the wide variety of memory and cognitive processes that underpin the modern human mind. This class emphasizes the cognitive aspects of targeted functions but also considers the contribution of cognitive neuroscience perspectives (ERP, fMRI and other techniques) to the development of these essential neurocognitive functions. Each session is intended to promote a theoretically-based discussion of the topic at hand that will engage you and your fellow students in a stimulating and thought-provoking exchange of ideas. (Spring - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides an in-depth survey of the cognitive and affective bases of behavior. Historical and current theories are presented to provide a breadth of knowledge in these two interrelated domains. (As Needed) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee History and Systems provides discipline specific knowledge in the historic foundations of psychology, the development of major systems and sub-disciplines, and how these underpinnings have led to modern perspectives and practices. The course is designed to facilitate an integrated and comprehensive examination of the seminal theories and classic empirical approaches in a variety of disciplines within psychology and its philosophic roots. Throughout the course an emphasis will be placed on how society, culture, context, and diversity have played a role historically in the formation of psychologists and their ideas. (Summer) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Group Dynamics is the study of group development, dynamics, and theories in relation to group guidance, group counseling, and group therapy. Leadership styles, techniques, diversity intersections and roles are explored, and ethical and legal issues related to group interventions are discussed. (Summer - 1st Session) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course provides both theory and technical skills to prepare students to implement cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) approaches with children/adolescents/families, Parent Management Training, and specific evidence-based approaches for common clinical problems and diagnoses. Students will also cultivate skills for case conceptualization and treatment planning and the development or adaptation of specific intervention strategies to engage and meet the needs of diverse children/adolescents/families. Furthermore, the importance of family systems, and related interventions, will be integrated into the course content. The focus of the course will be primarily applied and practical, along with a focus on scientific and ethical issues. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course is designed to provide an introduction to the science and practice of clinical neuropsychology. This specialized subfield of Clinical Psychology aims to assess and interpret the relationship between nervous system function, cognition, emotion and behavior; and to apply this knowledge to the design of individualized patient interventions. Students will gain an understanding of the field through review of adult and pediatric cognitive and neurological disorders. The psychosocial adjustment of patients living with each disorder and the dynamics among individuals involved in their care are additional themes of emphasis. The course takes an interdisciplinary approach integrating information from several subfields of medicine (neurology, neuroradiology and psychiatry) and psychology (cognitive, abnormal, developmental, biological, health psychology). The initial stage of the course will include an overview of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neurodevelopment. Next, assessment and evaluation will be covered by cognitive domain (e.g., executive function, language) and taught through both didactic (e.g., lecture, discussion, article review) and “hands-on” approach (e.g., direct practice with classmates). The succeeding lectures will examine the presentation of specific disorders including neuropathology, symptoms, and treatment. Ethical and diversity-related considerations will be examined and incorporated throughout the course. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee Every thought, feeling, emotion, and action is mediated by biological mechanisms and moderated by the environment around us. But thoughts, feelings, emotions and behaviors also feedback and influence our biology and the environment. This course explores these complex and reciprocal interactions. Students will gain foundational knowledge of functional anatomy and systems, genetics, epigenetics, neural and endocrine systems, pharmacology, and the techniques used to study these processes. Together, we will explore the biological bases of “why we do the things we do” with special consideration given to individual and cultural diversity as potent influencers. (Fall - Odd Years) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee This course consists of special areas of interest to the faculty member within the PsyD program. The course may be repeated up to five (5) times. The specific content, schedule, and credit hours vary by section and semester. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This comprehensive seminar is designed to offer an enriching learning experience in the realms of clinical supervision and professional consultation, tailored to enhance both knowledge and practical skills. The course explores current practices and models of supervision and examines the importance of cultural and diversity considerations, and address key ethical issues. This course also includes practical exercises and feedback to enhance skill with both receiving and providing supervision and consultation with other therapists. (Spring) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $18 Fee This course is designed to help students gain insight and understanding in advanced ethical decision-making for professional clinicians, clinical educators, and clinical supervisors. Ethical practice as related to future clinical practice, theories of ethical practice, and decision-making and risk management are also included in this course. Specifically, legal and ethical issues are presented for diverse settings of clinical practice, training, and supervision. Additionally, this course will prepare students for the APPIC match, as they initiate the internship application process. Specifically, students will learn the nature of the APPIC match, students will receive guidance and training on the selection of internship sites, how to prepare their application materials (e.g., APPI, essays, cover letter, CV, etc.), and how to prepare for the interview process. (Fall) [Graded Letter]
Credit(s) | $6 per credit Fee The Doctoral Research Project is a culminating work of the student’s progression as a scientist and scholar, as well as a clinician. The scope of the Doctoral Research Project should demonstrate the student’s ability to synthesize, interpret, and integrate professional and scientific knowledge, skills, values, ethics and competencies derived from program coursework and training experiences. Doctoral Research Projects may include, but are not limited to, basic or applied research projects, program development initiatives, program outcome studies, community needs assessments, consultation projects, health campaigns, support programs for underserved communities, etc. The Doctoral Research Project begins during the Fall of 3rd year and generally is completed during the 4th year of the program with support from a Faculty Mentor. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
Credit(s) | $6 Fee This course reflects students’ work at a full-time, external pre-doctoral internship site during their final year of training. This full-time, ~2000 hour internship is required prior to graduation in order to fulfill APA accreditation requirements as well as requirements for state licensing boards. Students’ placements are determined by their participation in the APPIC (Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers) application process the prior year. Specific emphases, roles, and responsibilities are determined and monitored by the sites, overseen by APPIC rules and expectations which are standard in the field. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add’l Credit? Yes
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