Psychology
PSYC 5311 (3-3-0) Professional Orientation: Legal and Ethical Issues in Psychology
A study of the ethical guidelines, principles, and laws that govern the practice of psychology and counseling in a professional setting, including the examination of the moral philosophy underlying ethical decision-making, records management, business/family law, and the application of professional codes.
Requisites: Undergraduate general psychology course.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PSYC 5312 (3-3-0) Theories and Techniques of Psychotherapy
A study of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of selected theories and techniques of the major psychotherapy approaches as applied to normal and abnormal human behavior. Students are encouraged to identify and develop a tentative theory of personality as it relates to an effective psychotherapeutic approach. A strong emphasis is placed on the ethical standards of the profession of psychology and on multicultural issues. An integration of the Christian worldview with the theory and techniques is emphasized.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer, Online periodically.
PSYC 5313 (3-3-0) Group Process and Practice
The social and experiential study of group behavior, theories and techniques. Leadership roles, stages of group development, and member responsibilities are explored. Ethical and legal issues related to group interventions are discussed.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PSYC 5314 (3-3-0) Psychology: Lifespan Human Development
An advanced study in developmental psychology with an emphasis on physical, cognitive, social, emotional, sexual, personality, and spiritual development from conception to death within the context of basic theories of development, as they relate to psychological processes and strategies.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer, Online periodically.
PSYC 5315 (3-3-0) Psychological Assessment I
In this first semester of a two-semester sequence on psychological assessment, students will be educated in issues of statistics and psychometric testing including reliability, validity, identifying and selecting test instruments, interpreting norm-referenced and criterion-referenced test scores, test construction, fairness and bias, and elements of standardization. In addition, this course will introduce legal/ethical issues pertaining to assessment, and the procedure of assessment within clinical, workplace, and educational settings. The methodology, with and without technology, of interviews, observation, standardized tests, self-report measures, physiological or psychophysiological measurement devices, and other specialized procedures and apparatuses will be researched and reviewed.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall.
PSYC 5316 (3-3-0) Psychological Research Methods and Statistics
A study of the scientific method approach to social and psychological research. The student will gain understanding of the theoretical bases of scientific research and develop a working knowledge of methodology and potential issues with human research. The student will gain the ability to conduct statistical research and evaluate the quality of the research of others.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSYC 5317 (3-3-0) Counseling Culturally Diverse Clients
(COUN 5317)
A study of selected cultural groups, with emphasis on developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes for more effective counseling with persons from diverse backgrounds. Substantial attention is given to developing awareness of one's own values, attitudes, and beliefs as they relate to counseling in a diverse society, with a focus on the commonalities of individuals as created in the image of God.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer, Online periodically.
PSYC 5318 (3-3-0) Basic Counseling Skills
(COUN 5318)
This course will provide the experiential foundation for all practicum and internship experiences. Students learn communication and interpersonal skills and counseling techniques of counseling under faculty supervision. Students will also examine their intrapersonal issues and relational styles.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
PSYC 5319 (3-3-0) Cognitive and Learning Theories of Psychology
In this course, students will learn the intricacies of the field of cognitive psychology. Students will learn about the knowledge of cognition, theories, and empirical bases of learning, memory, motivation, affect, emotion, and executive function. Students will explore the interaction of factors that influence cognitive performance and/or emotional experience.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSYC 6000 (0-0-0) LPA Review Course
This is a self-directed study that prepares students to take required national examinations to obtain state licensure. Students must achieve the specified passing score of 75% or better on the last mock exam in order to receive credit (CR) for the course. The mock exam may be retaken until the appropriate score is achieved. The score will be submitted to the MAP director. Graduation requires a satisfactory score on the mock comprehensive exam.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSYC 6310 (3-3-0) Career Counseling and Lifestyle Development
(COUN 6310)
A study of theories of vocational choice, the process of career and lifestyle decision making, and sources of occupational information including use of the Internet.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Online.
PSYC 6311 (3-3-0) Addictive and Compulsive Disorders
(COUN 6311)
An introduction to the nature of current drugs of choice and how they are being abused. A survey of the addictive and compulsive behavior patterns associated with alcohol/drug abuse, eating disorders, compulsive sexual behaviors, and compulsive gambling practices. An in-depth study of treatment for addictive disorders will be included.
Requisites: PSYC 5312 or COUN 5312.
Offered: Spring, Summer, Online.
PSYC 6312 (3-3-0) Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychopathology I
This course involves the study of psychological disorders and normalcy across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on student’s competency in assessment processes, conceptualization, and diagnosis of the major categories of abnormal behavior as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Attention will be given to the historical trends, etiology, cultural factors, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in understanding and treating abnormal behavior. In addition, the course will present basic knowledge of psychopharmacological medications related to specific disorders. This course will integrate clinical and scientific research with a biblical worldview so that students will have a working bio/psycho/social/spiritual perspective to understand and treat mental disorders.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall.
PSYC 6313 (3-3-0) Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychopathology II
This course is a continuation of Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychopathology I, which involves the study of psychological disorders and normalcy across the lifespan. Emphasis will be placed on student’s competency in assessment processes, conceptualization, and diagnosis of the major categories of abnormal behavior as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Attention will be given to the historical trends, etiology, cultural factors, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches in understanding and treating abnormal behavior. In addition, the course will present basic knowledge of psychopharmacological medications related to specific disorders. This course will integrate clinical and scientific research with a biblical worldview so that students will have a working bio/psycho/social/spiritual perspective to understand and treat mental disorders.
Requisites: PSYC 6312 Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychopathology I.
Offered: Spring.
PSYC 6314 (3-3-0) Marriage and Family Counseling
(COUN 6314)
This course provides an overview of the field of family therapy. The concepts of marriage and family therapy are examined. Students will view films of family therapy sessions, explore their own family dynamics, and participate in learning experiences that will help them develop a theory of doing marriage and family counseling.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Online.
PSYC 6315 (3-3-0) Theological Perspectives in Christian Counseling
(COUN 6315)
A survey of the theological foundations of Christian counseling. An investigation of the integration of counseling and theology will include discussion of spiritual health, prayer, Scripture, sin, confession, forgiveness, and redemption, particularly as related to the counseling process.
Requisites: None.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Online.
PSYC 6316 (3-3-0) Advanced Counseling Methods and Crisis Intervention
(COUN 6316)
An introduction to screening, identification, and resolution of situations with the potential for crisis. A study of more elaborate methods and techniques designed to differentiate and target problem areas. Includes practice counseling of simulated crises, intakes, and treatment planning.
Requisites: COUN 5310, 5312, or PSYC 5311, 5312.
Offered: Spring, Online.
PSYC 6318 (3-3-0) Neuropsychology
A study of the biological and neural bases of behavior and how they relate to behavior and cognition, in terms both of their normal function and of the dysfunctional processes including brain damage. The neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, and neurochemical structures and processes that impact mental health and disorders will be specifically addressed along with the intertwining of genetic and environmental influences.
Requisites: PSYC 5311, PSYC 5319.
Offered: Spring.
PSYC 6319 (3-3-0) Psychological Assessment II
In this course, students will be provided a thorough tutelage in conducting of psychological assessment, including but not limited to intellectual, personality, aptitude, projective and neuropsychological designs, and across the lifespan. Students will have the opportunity to administer, score, interpret, and report findings of standardized and non-standardized educational and psychological assessment completed in individual and group settings.
Requisites: PSYC 5315 Psychological Assessment I.
Offered: Spring.
PSYC 6320 (3-3-0) Practicum in School Psychology
A study that requires placement in a school setting for direct field experience in a school setting under the supervision of a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. Practicum provides the first opportunity for School Psychology candidates to gain requisite career skills and apply the knowledge and skills they have learned in their course work.
Requisites: 48 hours of sequential academic coursework as outlined for the Specialist in School Psychology Program.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSYC 6321 (3-3-0) Psychology Internship I (S-L)
This course involves supervised delivery of direct psychological services at an approved agency or practice site. Students are evaluated on a wide range of professional criteria which includes analysis of taped sessions, and seminar discussions of psychological assessments and techniques utilized during the Psychological Internship experience. A minimum grade of B must be earned in order to progress to the Psychology Internship II course. This course contains a field-based service-learning component.
Requisites: Course is taken after completion of 48 hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSYC 6322 (3-3-0) Psychology Internship II (S-L)
This course is a continuation of the internship experience for students which involves supervised delivery of direct psychological services at an approved agency or practice site. Students are evaluated on a wide range of professional criteria which includes analysis of taped sessions, and seminar discussions of psychological assessments and techniques utilized during the Psychological Internship II experience. A minimum grade of B must be earned in order to complete the Internship II course. This course contains a field-based service-learning component.
Requisites: PSYC 6321. Course is taken after completion of 48 hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring.