2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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PSYC 0504 - Social Psychology
Credits: 3
The individual’s behavior and cognition in the social setting. Social psychology includes the processes of interaction, enculturation, prejudice, attitudes, and a psychological analysis of social institutions such as church, family, and school.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0512 - Physiological Psychology
Credits: 3
A presentation of the physiological mechanisms of behavior with application to both normal and abnormal human behavior. Includes elementary neuroanatomy and discussion of ethical issues of the discipline.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0105 Research Methods.
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PSYC 0513 - Comparative Psychology
Credits: 3
A study of the similarities and differences in the behavior of animals, ranging from the unicellular to non-human primates. The course will stress comparative learning, but aspects of such topics as instinctive behavior, psychophysiology, and social behavior will also be discussed. Psychology majors.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0105 Research Methods.
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PSYC 0514 - History and Systems of Psychology
Credits: 3
Aim is to familiarize the student with the antecedents of modern psychology, the rise of experimental psychology as a science, the British, German, and American schools of psychology, and contemporary psychological systems. Several lectures cover the philosophical foundations of experimental psychology, and the philosophy of theory construction.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0105 Research Methods in Psychology. (PSYC 0306 Learning, strongly suggested)
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PSYC 0516 - Psychology of Human Sexuality
Credits: 3
An overview of human sexuality from the perspectives of physiological, developmental, social, and clinical psychology. Specific topics include theory and research methodology, sexual arousal and behavior, contraception, sexual orientation, variations in sexual behavior, sexual coercion, and sexual dysfunction and sex therapy. Emphasis is placed on the psychological sequelae of these topics rather than their biological, medical, sociological, or ethical aspects.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0517 - Behavior Modification
Credits: 3
An overview of the basic techniques derived from operant and respondent conditioning used to bring about behavioral change as well as cognitive approaches used to bring about change. Topics include the several categories of reinforcement, schedules, shaping, generalization, stimulus discrimination, and punishment as well as methods of data collection.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0518 - Psychology of Interpersonal Relations and Communications
Credits: 3
The major focus is on the nature of interpersonal relationships and how communication influences the formation, destruction or improvement of our relationships. We will bring together the current thinking of major theorists and research findings in many areas dealing with interpersonal relations and communication.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0520 - Advanced Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course introduces the advanced principles of behavior therapy that are involved in treating human emotional and behavioral problems in clinical settings. Clinical treatments will be based primarily on operant and respondent conditioning principles with an additional emphasis placed on various cognitive-behavioral techniques. The primary focus of this course will be on evaluating the effectiveness of different techniques, and their application to solving a variety of problems.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0517 - Behavior Modification or permission of the instructor
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PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling
Credits: 3
A presentation of the philosophies, methods, techniques, and research associated with five or six major contemporary counseling theories such as psychoanalytic, client-centered, rational emotive, and Gestalt. Pre-practicum hours for Licensure are included in the course requirements. In an effort to ensure that school guidance students have experiences working with diverse students in P-12 schools, school guidance students will be required to complete at least 1/3 of their total pre-practicum hours in a diverse school setting.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality.
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PSYC 0523 - Counseling Basics
Credits: 3
Designed to help counselors to develop an understanding of the issues involved in helping relationships dealing with persons having educational, vocational, interpersonal and intrapersonal problems. Techniques and abilities to apply basic counseling skills will be stressed. Pre-practicum hours for Licensure are included in the course requirements..
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling . Matriculated students, others by permission of instructor.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0524 - Counseling Basics with Supervision
Credits: 4
Designed to help counselors to develop an understanding of the issues involved in helping relationships dealing with persons having educational, vocational, interpersonal and intrapersonal problems. Techniques and abilities to apply basic counseling skills will be stressed. Pairs of students will work with assigned individual supervisors. Supervisors will use audiotapes, videotapes, role plays and/or direct observation, and written transcripts to aid students in the development of individual and group counseling skills. Practicum hours for Licensure are included in the course requirements.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction of Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling . Matriculated students, others by permission of instructor.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0536 - Psychology of the Family
Credits: 3
A presentation of theories of how family interaction and patterns of response influence personality and behavior. An exploration of the characteristics of “healthy” and “unhealthy” families and the types of individuals they produce. A review of family therapy techniques as a means of treating the “identified patient.”
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0541 - Cognitive Psychology
Credits: 3
The psychology of sensation, perception, psycholinguistics, cognition and information processing. Topics include memory, attention, pattern recognition, thinking, problem solving, language, and artificial intelligence. Lectures stress in-depth reviews of the experimental evidence which bears on theories of cognition and language.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0105 Research Methods in Psychology.
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PSYC 0554 - Psychology: Special Topics
Credits: 3
Current relevant issues in the discipline offered at a graduate level.
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PSYC 0555 - Psychology: Special Topics in School Guidance
Credits: 3
Current relevant issues in the discipline offered at a graduate level.
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PSYC 0557 - Adult Development and Aging
Credits: 3
A study of human development through the early, middle, and later adult years. The course will focus on the maturational and environmental determinants of changes in sensation and perception, learning and memory, intelligence, cognition, and personality.
Prerequisites: PSYC0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0561 - Psychology of Racism
Credits: 3
Provides students with an understanding of the psychological causes and emotional reality of racism as it affects everyday life. Through the use of lectures, readings, simulation exercises, group research projects, and extensive class discussion, the student explores the psychological impact of racism on both the oppressor and the oppressed.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology.
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PSYC 0562 - Alcoholism: Causes, Effects and Treatment
Credits: 3
The objectives of this course are to explain and interpret the dynamics, research and most effective treatment modalities for alcoholism. Included are the physiological causes of alcoholism, common psychological denominators, defenses, the progression and the recovery-relapse of the alcoholic. The alcoholic family as a unit to be treated is considered also.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 0564 - Drugs and Behavior
Credits: 3
The course covers the basic principles of psychopharmacology; what drugs are and how they influence psychological phenomena. Various forms of drugs used and abuse are examined. The student gains an understanding of: How and why drugs are used as a treatment for psychopathological and neuropsychological conditions; mechanisms of addiction, tolerance and abuse; the social, recreational and religious context; and the legal history of substance use.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0512 - Physiological Psychology or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 0591 - Pre-Practicum School Guidance Counseling (PreK-8)
Credits: 1
This introductory classroom and field-based experience provides students with an overview of pre-practicum related to guidance and counseling services in schools. Students plan pre-practicum field based experiences to be executed with their enrollment in PSYC 0523 , PSYC 0601 , and PSYC 0613 . Understanding the roles of school guidance counselors, developing experimental goals, and planning for a professional portfolio are emphasized. A minimum of 15 contact hours is required for this course, distributed between classroom-based planning and filed-based observation.
Prerequisites: Matriculation in the WSU M.A. Psychology program.
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PSYC 0592 - Pre-Practicum School Guidance Counseling (5 – 12)
Credits: 1
This introductory classroom and field-based experience provides students with an overview of pre-practicum related to guidance and counseling services in schools. Students plan pre-practicum field based experiences to be executed with their enrollment in PSYC 0523 , PSYC 0601 , and PSYC 0613 . Understanding the roles of school guidance counselors, developing experimental goals, and planning for a professional portfolio are emphasized. A minimum of 15 contact hours is required for this course, distributed between classroom-based planning and filed-based observation.
Prerequisites: Matriculation in the WSU M.A. Psychology program.
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PSYC 0601 - Psychological Theories and Practices in Career Development
Credits: 3
The student will conduct a thorough examination of vocational theories: programmatic elements, salient research and current issues will be undertaken. Site visitations are a prominent part of the course. Pre-practicum hours for Licensure are included in the course requirements. In an effort to ensure that school guidance students have experiences working with diverse students in P-12 schools, school guidance students will be required to complete at least 1/3 of their total pre-practicum hours in diverse school settings.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 0605 - Psychopathology: Diagnosis & Treatment of Children and Adolescents
Credits: 3
This course discusses clinical problems in childhood and adolescence. In particular, pathology found in these populations will be examined as it pertains to diagnosis, assessment, conceptualization and treatment planning. Additional emphasis will be placed on sexual abuse issues, their effects and treatment concerns.
Prerequisites: Theories of Counseling or Instructor Permission.
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PSYC 0610 - Principles and Practices of Psychological Testing
Credits: 3
This course is designed to give students a broad understanding of the theory and application of group and individual psychological testing. Students will examine the theories and rationales of the instruments and will become acquainted with administration, scoring and interpretation of selected group and individual tests. An analysis of the strengths and limitations of each instrument along with administration criteria will be effected. Students will also examine the social implications and ethical considerations of psychological testing. In an effort to ensure that school guidance students have experiences working with diverse students in P-12 schools, school guidance students will be required to complete at least 1/3 of their total pre-practicum hours in diverse school settings.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling or consent of the instructor.
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PSYC 0613 - Principles and Practices of School Guidance
Credits: 3
This is an introductory course which provides students with an overview of the need, meaning, ethics, and scope of guidance services in schools. Students learn how to understand individuals and their needs–racial, sexual, social, developmental, and ethnic; to create essential orientation activities; to explore career goals; to collect, record, use, and evaluate programs; to understand the latest federal and state regulations applying to guidance programs; and to develop communications and consultation skills with other professionals, the community at large, and clients and their families. Pre-practicum hours for Licensure are included in the course requirements. In an effort to ensure that school guidance students have experiences working with diverse students in P-12 schools, school guidance students will not be required to complete at least 1/3 of their total pre-practicum hours in diverse school settings.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 0614 - Principles of Family Counseling
Credits: 3
The primary purpose of this course is to train the student in skills involved in counseling families. Students will develop and present their model of family counseling, examine their own families, demonstrate listening and attending skills, diagnose the dynamics within a selected family, and intervene and interact within a given family system.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0523 /PSYC 0524 Counseling: Theory & Practice or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 0615 - Psychopathology: Diagnosis & Treatment of Adults
Credits: 3
An in-depth look at the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders in adulthood, focusing on differential diagnoses and contemporary treatment strategies. Class exercises, field trips and speakers will be scheduled.
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PSYC 0616 - School Adjustment Practice - Case Studies
Credits: 3
Taught in seminar format, this course consists of analysis of work problems and case materials presented by participants, supplemented by lecture, discussion, and audio-visual presentations. A problem-solving approach to case studies focuses on assessment and remediation of school-related maladjustment within a psychosocial diagnostic framework. Topics covered include: review of normal child development; differential diagnosis and intervention; special problems related to school avoidance, depression, suicide, self-esteem, sex education, child abuse, and crisis intervention.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 0619 - School Adjustment Practice - The Systems Approach
Credits: 3
Taught in seminar format, this course focuses on understanding the intervening in situations of school maladjustment through systems perspectives: family systems, school systems, and community systems. Theories of family and organizational systems are reviewed as a framework for analyzing and planning interventions. Topics covered include: consultation skills, advocacy techniques, environmental networks, community resources, referral techniques, cross- cultural casework, testifying in courts, confidentiality issues, permanency planning, prevention, and working with resistant families.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling or consent of instructor.
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PSYC 0620 - Dynamics of Group Counseling
Credits: 3
This course is a small group laboratory experience designed to study group process phenomena and group counseling and psychotherapy theory and techniques. The format includes role-playing, simulation games, and practice sessions. The focus is on learning how to conduct groups.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling . Matriculated students, others by permission of instructor.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0621 - Basic and Applied Research
Credits: 3
Principles of basic and applied research with emphasis on the logic of causal inference, hypothesis testing, and the design of internally valid studies. Correlational, quasiexperimental, and experimental designs will be covered. This course deals with a review of elementary statistical techniques and advances to correlation, regression, and analysis of variance. Application of knowledge in the review of empirical articles is expected.
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PSYC 0623 - Advanced Counseling
Credits: 3
Students will further define and refine their theories and styles of counseling developed in Counseling: Theory and Practice. Basic counseling interpretation, confrontation, and self disclosure, will be discussed and practiced. Role plays and the use of audio tapes will be an essential part of this course.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0523 Counseling: Theory & Practice.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0624 - Advanced Counseling with Supervision
Credits: 4
Students will further define and refine their theories and styles of counseling developed in Counseling: Theory and Practice. Basic counseling interpretation, confrontation, and self disclosure, will be discussed and practiced. Role plays and the use of audio tapes will be an essential part of this course. Pairs of students will work with assigned individual supervisors. Supervisors will use audiotapes, videotapes, role plays and/or direct observation, and written transcripts to aid students in the development of individual and group counseling.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0524 Counseling: Theory and Practice. Matriculated students, others by permission of instructor.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0625 - Seminar on Current Psychological Issues
Credits: 3
This course offers individual and group study of one or more current issues of professional interest for advanced students.
Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor or students should have completed 24 credits.
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PSYC 0630 - Advanced Developmental Psychology
Credits: 3
This course will deepen students’ understanding and respect for individuals and families at all points in the life-span. Basic and applied research provides a broad-based knowledge of the theories and issues of applied developmental psychology: its roots and new directions. Students pay particular attention to normative rather than maladaptive developmental outcomes, and diverse developmental processes across cultures. They view biological, psychological, and social development as influenced by cultural, economic, and political factors. Highlighted are issues of immediate social relevance, such as day care, adolescent pregnancy, child abuse, developmental assessment, and care for the elderly.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0202 Child Psychology, PSYC 0203 Adolescent Psychology, Human Development or permission of instructor
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PSYC 0632 - Psychological Theories of Criminal Behavior
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an advanced review of traditional and current psychological theories of criminal behavior. Theoretical models founded in both the socical sciences and natural sciences will be reviewed and applied to various offender populations, such as juvenile delinquents, violent offenders, sexual offenders, psychopaths, and mentally disordered offenders. Discussions will emphasize the link between theory and counseling practices.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0621
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PSYC 0635 - Crisis Intervention in Schools and Communities
Credits: 3
Crisis intervention training is essential for those working with children and adolescents in the schools and community. The course combines practice with principles of crisis prevention and intervention. Topics include crisis theory, adolescent suicide, suicide assessment, post-traumatic stress disorder, system-wide and building-based crisis management dealing with death in the classroom, children’s reaction to trauma and child abuse.
Prerequisites: Theories of Counseling or Instructor’s Permission.
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PSYC 0637 - Forensic Counseling: Assessment
The purpose of this course is to review and discuss research and theory on forensic assessment to identify appropriate assessments for various offender populations. Topics will include the assessment of personality, mental disorders, cognitions, attitudes, and recidivism risk. Particular emphasis will be placed on obtaining skills towards evaluating the empirical literature on best practices in forensic assessment.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0621
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PSYC 0638 - Forensic Counseling: Treatment
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to review and discuss research and theory on best practices in forensic counseling and treatment. Students will learn about programming designed for various offender populations, such as sexual offenders, violent offenders, developmentally disabled offenders, and juvenile delinquents. Current issues and methods for treating criminogenic needs related to personality, mental disorders, and cognitions will be discussed. Particular emphasis will be placed on obtaining skills towards evaluating the empirical literature on best practices in forensic counseling.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0621
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PSYC 0639 - Phallometric Assessment of Sexual Deviance
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to review and discuss best practices in the phallometric assessment of sexual deviance. Students will receive specialized training in developing, interpreting, and reporting assessments using penile plethysmorgraphy (PPG). Topics will include traditional approaches to assessing sexual deviance, understanding the technology, reviewing the empirical literature on PPG reliability and validity, and identifying ways this technology can be applied to special offender populations, such as developmentally disabled and paraphilic offenders
Prerequisites: PSYC 0621
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PSYC 0640 - Ethics and Standards in the Mental Health Profession
Credits: 3
This course will review several professional Codes of Ethics and the standards of ethical practice involved in working with clients. With these Codes as guidelines, students will develop: their own ethical awareness; problem solving abilities using case studies; and a knowledge of the use and limitations of the ethical codes. The course will also include topics related to professional identity and orientation, human service’s management of community programs, managed care, and the interaction and relationship of the mental health profession and public policy.
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PSYC 0641 - Ethics and Standards in the Mental Health Profession
Credits: 3
The course will review several professional Codes of Ethics and the standards of ethical practice involved in working with clients. With these Codes as guidelines, students will develop: their own ethical awareness; problem solving abilities using case studies; and a knowledge of the use and limitations of the ethical codes.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED IN THE M.A. PSCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0642 - Behavioral Pharmacology
Credits: 3
Behavioral pharmacology is a sub-discipline of behavior analysis that extends the research methods used in the analysis of behavior to those related to drugs and drug abuse. This course will familiarize students with the physiological mechanisms of drug abuse and drug action, drug discrimination, how drugs act as reinforces, and drug abuse interventions. Students will also learn how drugs interact with basic behavioral procedures involved in commonly used behavioral intervention strategies.
Prerequisites: Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0645 - Counseling Diverse Populations
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide students with the cultural and social foundations as well as examine the research pertaining to counseling in a diverse society. Theoretical approaches and experiential exercises are used to assist in the development of personal awareness and sensitivity toward issues of diversity (e.g., ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, gender). Attention will be paid to the way therapists and clients construct meaning in a multicultural and diverse society.
Prerequisites: Theories of Counseling, or Counseling Theory and Practice or permission of instructor
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PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course presents the principles of behavior change that can be applied to behavioral problems in various settings with differing populations. The philosophy underlying the behavioral approach will be discussed. Strategies will be presented for establishing new behaviors as well as for increasing or decreasing existing behaviors. Behavior analytic methods of data collection and evaluation of change are also covered. Each student will incorporate and apply many of the course principles either at a practicum site or in a self-management project.
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PSYC 0647 - Autism and Developmental Disabilites
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with autism and other developmental disabilities, as well as empirically validated treatment of these disabilities. Characteristics of the disabilities, reliable and valid diagnostic instruments, and etiological theories will be discussed. Behavior analytic treatment that address the theories related to these disorders will be a focus of the course. Students will become familiar with research based teaching methodologies that can be used effectively with those diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0648 - Behavior Analysis Applications: Ethics, Assessment, and Intervention Decisions
Credits: 3
The purpose of this course is to provide students with detail regarding ethical considerations in the practice of behavior analysis, conducting behavioral assessments, and selecting intervention strategies. Additionally, behavioral assessment will be covered through readings, literature review, and an applied research project.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0649 - Behavioral Interventions
Credits: 3
This course requires students to integrate and apply their knowledge of basic behavioral concepts and measurement to both the treatment of challenging behavior and the development of adaptive skills. Both antecedent and consequence-based behavioral interventions are presented through text readings, case studies, and applied research articles.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0650 - Thesis
Credits: 3-6
The student, under supervision, will be expected to conceive, design, and carry out an experimental project, field study, or scholarly research paper.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0308 Statistics for Psychologists, PSYC 0621 - Basic and Applied Research
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PSYC 0651 - Single Subject Research Methodology & Design
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge in the theory underlying single subject research methodology and deign as well as the application of single subject designs to problems within educational, clinical and other applied settings. Students will learn how to summarize and critically analyze research articles published in peer–reviewed journals.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0652 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Behavorial Consultation
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge in the underlying theory and methodology in the practice of effective behavioral consultation within educational, clinical, and other applied settings as well as the legal and ethical issues related to practice within these settings. Students will learn the history of behavioral consultation, with an emphasis on a behavior analytic consultation model. Students will learn the core ethical principles within Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as cited by the Behavioral Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Assigned course readings and discussions will support students understanding of the nature of behavioral consultation including legal and ethical considerations and implications for practice across a variety of settings as well as areas of professional practice. Students will have opportunities to closely examine ethical and legal issues as well as methodology central to effective behavioral consultation across a variety of diverse settings through active class participation, review, and discussion of ethical/legal vignettes related to issues found within those settings. In addition, students will gain experience as well as professional competencies by facilitating class presentations and discussions targeting specific content areas and issues related to the application of behavioral consultation methodology in diverse settings. In addition, each student will develop an individual resource guide-with emphasis on legal and ethical issues-as a support for future behavioral consultation in a variety of potential applied settings.
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PSYC 0660 - Theoretical Foundations of Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course is designed to provide the student with a background in the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of behavior analysis. The student will learn about basic assumptions of Radical Behaviorism and how they inform the current practice of behavior analysis. The course will serve as an additional elective to the Applied Behavior Analysis curriculum and provide students with a critical component of their education
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0662 - Approaches to Assessment and Treatment: Comparing Behaviorism to Other Paradigms
Credits: 3
This course is primarily designed for graduate students in Applied Behavior Analysis. The focus of comparisons and contrasts will highlight a Behavioral perspective. That should not imply, however, that this is a course on Behavioral theory. Quite the contrary – this seminar will explore multiple theories and how they compare to Behaviorism. The primary objective is to familiarize students training to become Certified Behavior Analysts with the language, concepts, goals, and techniques of other approaches to assessment and treatment before immersion in courses within the graduate program that primarily emphasize a Behavioral approach.
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PSYC 0664 - Experimental Analysis of Behavior
Credits: 3
This course focuses on research findings and basic principles in the experimental analysis of behavior (EAB). The experimental analysis of behavior is a sub-discipline within behavior analysis, and involves exploring general principles of behavior, as well as isolating environmental determinants of behavior. Because it is so important to rule out extraneous sources of control, EAB experiments are typically conducted under rigorous and controlled laboratory environments and often involve nonhuman animals because their experiences can be completely controlled (unlike with humans). Some of the most prominent themes in EAB respondent and operant conditioning, stimulus control, reinforcement and punishment, schedules of reinforcement, choice, mathematical models, and behavioral momentum, among others. It is critical to understand EAB and applied behavior analysis are related to one another and inform each other. Many of the basic principles discovered via basic laboratory preparations have proven to be widely successful in applied settings. Likewise, many of the variables studied in laboratory settings are inspired by real world problems. Thus, the two sub-disciplines are inevitably connected.
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PSYC 0671 - Thesis I: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
Thesis I is intended as a continuation course for students who wish to continue their education beyond the master’s degree. With the approval of a thesis advisor, the student develops a significant problem for research and study. In Thesis I: Applied Behavior Analysis, the student devotes her/himself to the development of a methodologically sound research proposal. The thesis proposal will be written in APA format. This proposal must be approved by the Graduate Committee in Psychology prior to enrollment in Thesis II: Applied Behavior Analysis. A minimum of five (5) small group meetings and three (3) individual meetings with the thesis advisor is required.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis , PSYC 0651 - Single Subject Research Methodology & Design . The student must complete 24 credits of graduate program coursework and remain in good academic standing prior to enrolling in the thesis option.
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PSYC 0672 - Thesis II: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
Thesis II is intended as a continuation course for students who wish to continue their education beyond the master’s degree. Students complete data collection and the final work proposed in PSYC 0671 Thesis I: Applied Behavior Analysis. The work is to be an original contribution to the field. The work is evaluated by a thesis committee. After the work is complete, it is to be defended before the Graduate Committee in Psychology and peers. The final acceptance of the thesis is based upon the vote of the thesis advisor and the Graduate Committee in Psychology. The student is also required to provide bound copies of the thesis to the Department of Psychology, Westfield State University Library, and the Dean of Graduate and Continuing Education. A minimum of five (5) small group meetings and three (3) individual meetings with the thesis advisor is required.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0646 - Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis , PSYC 0651 - Single Subject Research Methodology & Design , PSYC 0671 - Thesis I: Applied Behavior Analysis
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PSYC 0680 - Psychology Evidence Based Therapies in Mental Health Counseling
Credits: 4
This course will cover the basic processes involved in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Students will explore how cases are conceptualized and sessions are structured as well as the process of identifying and modifying automatic thoughts and beliefs. Students will be exposed to the concept of behavior activation, the use of imagery, and therapeutic homework. Overall, students will learn the core concepts and techniques of CBT as applied to individuals with a variety of behavior problems. In addition, students will learn the core concepts and technique basics of DBT as it has been proven to be effective in treating clients with serious behavior problems and a history of treatment failure. Students will utilize training videos and small group interactions to analyze and apply concepts and techniques of both CBT and treatment plans and reactions based on case vignettes that demonstrate behavioral therapy. The purpose is to prepare students to be comfortable and competent in planning and implementing CBT and DBT with future clients. Observing and analyzing training videos is a significant component of this class. Classes are designed for students to discuss treatment plans, strategies, and proposed intervention in group supervision format.
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PSYC 0690 - Internship (Mental Health Counseling)
Credits: 3-12
These courses are designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as a counselor. The major emphasis of these courses will be on the practical and applied, rather than the strictly theoretical, and will include a considerable degree of role playing and presentation of counseling tapes. Students work at a practicum site of their choice in addition to class hours. Students seeking Massachusetts Certification as guidance counselors must see their advisor before registering to get the correct number of course and semester hours. It is recommended that the comprehensive examination be completed before taking the practicum. Offered with variable credit for the convenience of the student and supervisor, these courses may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0523 /PSYC 0524 Counseling: Theory & Practice, PSYC 0623 - Advanced Counseling and 27 credits completed in program.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THESE COURSES ARE LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0691 - Practica (Guidance Pre-K-8)
Credits: 3-12
These courses are designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as a counselor. The major emphasis of these courses will be on the practical and applied, rather than the strictly theoretical, and will include a considerable degree of role playing and presentation of counseling tapes. Students work at a practicum site of their choice in addition to class hours. Students seeking Massachusetts Certification as guidance counselors must see their advisor before registering to get the correct number of course and semester hours. It is recommended that the comprehensive examination be completed before taking the practicum. Offered with variable credit for the convenience of the student and supervisor, these courses may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0523 /PSYC 0524 Counseling: Theory & Practice, PSYC 0623 - Advanced Counseling and 27 credits completed in program.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THESE COURSES ARE LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0692 - Practica (Guidance 5-12)
Credits: 3-12
These courses are designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as a counselor. The major emphasis of these courses will be on the practical and applied, rather than the strictly theoretical, and will include a considerable degree of role playing and presentation of counseling tapes. Students work at a practicum site of their choice in addition to class hours. Students seeking Massachusetts Certification as guidance counselors must see their advisor before registering to get the correct number of course and semester hours. It is recommended that the comprehensive examination be completed before taking the practicum. Offered with variable credit for the convenience of the student and supervisor, these courses may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology, PSYC 0201 Theories of Personality, PSYC 0522 - Theories of Counseling , PSYC 0523 /PSYC 0524 Counseling: Theory & Practice, PSYC 0623 - Advanced Counseling and 27 credits completed in program.
EXCEPT WITH WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THESE COURSES ARE LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0693 - Practicum I: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as an applied behavior analyst. Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to give students an intensive applied experience concurrent with courses in the Master’s Program. Students work at a practicum site selected under advisement with the Program Coordinator. The student will have a primary supervisor and will work with all of the individuals in that setting (e.g., adults in a group home, students in a classroom). A faculty supervisor will be assigned prior to commencing in the practicum. Student receives a grade of pass or fail.
THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0694 - Practicum II: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as an applied behavior analyst. Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to give students an intensive applied experience concurrent with courses in the Master’s Program. Students work at a practicum site selected under advisement with the Program Coordinator. The student will have a primary supervisor and will work with all of the individuals in that setting (e.g., adults in a group home, students in a classroom). A faculty supervisor will be assigned prior to commencing in the practicum. Student receives a grade of pass or fail.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0693 - Practicum I: Applied Behavior Analysis
THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0695 - Practicum III: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as an applied behavior analyst. Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to give students an intensive applied experience concurrent with courses in the Master’s Program. Students work at a practicum site selected under advisement with the Program Coordinator. The student will have a primary supervisor and will work with all of the individuals in that setting (e.g., adults in a group home, students in a classroom). A faculty supervisor will be assigned prior to commencing in the practicum. Student receives a grade of pass or fail.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0693 - Practicum I: Applied Behavior Analysis , PSYC 0694 - Practicum II: Applied Behavior Analysis
THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0696 - Practicum IV: Applied Behavior Analysis
Credits: 3
This course is designed to help the student evaluate and improve skills as an applied behavior analyst. Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis is designed to give students an intensive applied experience concurrent with courses in the Master’s Program. Students work at a practicum site selected under advisement with the Program Coordinator. The student will have a primary supervisor and will work with all of the individuals in that setting (e.g., adults in a group home, students in a classroom). A faculty supervisor will be assigned prior to commencing in the practicum. Student receives a grade of pass or fail.
Prerequisites: PSYC 0693 - Practicum I: Applied Behavior Analysis , PSYC 0694 - Practicum II: Applied Behavior Analysis , PSYC 0695 - Practicum III: Applied Behavior Analysis
THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO STUDENTS WHO ARE MATRICULATED AND IN GOOD ACADEMIC STANDING IN THE M.A. IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM AT WSU.
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PSYC 0699 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
This may be taken only with permission on the advanced graduate level. The scope of the study is intensive rather than extensive. Plans for independent study must be approved in advance.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor, Program Director, Department Chair and Dean.
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MGMT 0620 - Operations Management for Non-Profit and Public Organizations
Credits: 3
Provides a basic understanding of operations management for efficient functioning of non-profit and public organizations, mastery of selected theories and concepts of operations management particularly applicable to the management of services operations, and an examination of current issues. Topics will include internet strategies, new services development, service quality, capacity planning, project management, and performance evaluation.
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PADM 0600 - Foundations of Public Administration I
Credits: 3
This course is the introduction to the M.P.A. program and examines the political as well as the administrative context of public service. The foundations of modern administrative theory, as well as the latest in leadership theory and methods, are examined, along with discussion of how these theories apply situationally. The similarities and distinctions of public service and for-profit management are emphasized, and the myths associated with each will be explored.
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PADM 0608 - Organizational Behavior for Non-Profit and Public Organizations
Credits: 3
This course looks at human behavior within the context of the formal organization in order to gain a better understanding of the actual human organization and how best to organize, lead, motivate and make decisions in that unique organization. Other topics include effective communication, small group dynamics, and effective human resource management. Students will be asked to observe in a non-profit organization and to write an ethnographic analysis of the human behavior vs. required behavior in that organization.
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PADM 0610 - Human Resource Management Skills
Credits: 3
This course is an advanced examination of skills necessary for managing personnel in the public sector. The course uses theory, case studies, and practical applications to examine the variety of skills needed for successful public administration. The course considers the significance of changes in the workforce, in the structure of the workplace, and in the nature of supervision, and examines changing styles of leadership, including more collaborative, facilitative styles.
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PADM 0610 - Human Resource Management Skills
Credits: 3
This course is an advanced examination of skills necessary for managing personnel in the public sector. The course uses theory, case studies, and practical applications to examine the variety of skills needed for successful public administration. The course considers the significance of changes in the workforce, in the structure of the workplace, and in the nature of supervision, and examines changing styles of leadership, including more collaborative, facilitative styles.
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PADM 0615 - Strategic Management in Nonprofit Organizations
Credits: 3
This course will focus on leadership and decision making issues unique to nonprofits and their mission from the perspectives of the volunteer Board of Directors and the chief executive officer of the organization. Nonprofit organizations are growing rapidly, but have only come under serious academic analysis in recent years. This trillion dollar nonprofit sector includes education, research, health care, art, culture, religion, communications, social welfare and services, advocacy, legal services, international assistance, foundation and mutual benefit professional and trade associations. We will explore the unique leadership and decision making skill, organizational attributes, accountability and ethical demands of the nonprofit sector with primary emphasis on 501C nonprofits.
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PADM 0620 - Public Budgeting: Politics and Practices
Credits: 3
This course provides an in-depth examination of federal, state and local budgets, how they are made, who influences the decisions, and the implications of those decisions. Students are expected to complete a project which demonstrates mastery of the disciplinary research, principles and theories related to budget-making.
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PADM 0622 - Information Management
Credits: 3
This course examines information management as it relates to the public sector and its constituents. It aims to enhance the public manager’s ability to meet the challenges posed by emerging technologies in the digital age. The course will look first at the context of people who will be entering the workforces who are accustomed to using technology and how to perceive that individual as a contributor to your agency/organization. This course will also explore the public sector’s ability to cope and adapt to the changing needs of technology. We will examine how the public sector uses the Internet and other digital media in order to deliver timely and appropriate information and serve its constituents. Also, we will explore several technology compliance policies in depth and analyze them in order to understand how one would execute the implementation of such in an organizational setting. Also, we study information systems as they apply to the public sector and how those systems relate to technology compliance policies.
Prerequisites: Individuals taking this course should have knowledge of computers and use of the Internet.
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PADM 0625 - Administrative Law
Credits: 3
Examination of the legal environment in which state and federal managers operate, with a focus on court rulings which define the powers and processes of administrative agencies and regulatory commissions. Topics include federal court rulings on the capacity of the political branches to control administrative actions, delegation of legislative power to agencies, agency rule-making, agency collection and use of information, the law of public employment, due process, governmental immunity and the liability of public administrators.
Prerequisites: PADM 0600 - Foundations of Public Administration I
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PADM 0629 - Public Relations and Marketing for Non-Profit Organizations
Credits: 3
This course aims to help students develop the skills and analytical process essential to planning and implementing public relation strategies for non-profit organizations. Students will be expected to develop a public relations campaign proposal for a non-profit client, engage in case studies, become familiar with the extensive literature in the field of public relations, and write a research paper on a relevant topic.
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PADM 0630 - Foundations of Public Administration II: Public Policy Analysis
Credits: 3
Fundamental treatment of the policy-making process in the United States with an emphasis on theoretical explanations of why particular policies are proposed, adopted and implemented by federal, state and local governments. Political science theories of the policy process, methodological problems in the study of public policy, and modes of policy and program evaluation are featured.
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PADM 0640 - The Regional Economy of New England
Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the economy and geography of New England with a focus on the major historical shifts in economic and social structure. Attention is paid to the changing relation of New England’s economy to the national and global economy. The course emphasizes the problems and opportunities presented by current economic trends as they impact public sector management.
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PADM 0650 - Research Methods for Public Administration
Credits: 3
An examination of the fundamentals of social science research methods, data collection and analysis, and basic statistical techniques relevant to public administration and program evaluation. Attention is paid to the logic of scientific inquiry, the limits of social scientific methods, methodological techniques, survey research, sampling, interview techniques, issues of reliability and validity of measurements, library research, and use of data bases. Basic quantitative methods will be covered, including: Hypothesis testing, chi-square test of independence, measures of association, the logic of statistical significance, and multivariate procedures.
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PADM 0660 - Ethics and Accountability
Credits: 3
The focus of this course is on the obligations of the public administrator and on the unique ethical and moral dilemmas posed by public service. These range from the far from uncommon circumstances where there seem to be conflicting, ambiguous claims of good to the frequent need to choose among one’s responsibilities to elected officials, organizational superiors, professional standards, regime values, one’s organization, one’s loved ones and friends, and, not least, individual conscience. These issues will be addressed from a number of philosophical and situational perspectives, including the discussion of various ethical case dilemmas.
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PADM 0665 - Managing Towns and Cities
Credits: 3
This course is designed ti introduce students to best practices in local government and/or to enhance the performance of those already working in the profession. The course emphasizes such topics as achieving effective community leadership, intra- and inter-governmental relations, promoting the community’s future, and generally enhancing the governing body’s effectiveness. Specific skills include essential management practices: leadership and communication skills, policy implementation, productivity enhancement, program evaluation, strategic planning, and techniques for encouraging economic growth.
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PADM 0680 - Special Topics in Public Administration
Credits: 3
This course will focus on a specialized topic or area of public administration, designated by course subtitle. Topics will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the graduate students in the program. The course may be taken up to two times should course content differ. PADM 0680 may be substituted depending on the course content, for a required Core or Track course with the consent of the M.P.A. Program Advisor.
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PADM 0690 - Capstone
Credits: 3
This course is required for all students in the master of public administration program and designed as a capstone experience for the program. Under the supervision of a member of the graduate faculty and following approval of the public administration graduate committee, students will undertake a final graduate experience that integrates the principles of the program as exemplified by program standards and specialization with appropriate professional experience. The project consists of an experiential component as well as a research/writing component and is tailored to meet the career goals of the individual student. Students will meet periodically in a seminar to share the work in progress with other students and will present their final project in a public forum arranged by the public administration graduate committee.
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PADM 0699 - Independent Study in Public Management
Credits: 3
This course is designed for graduate student to explore in depth a topic in the field of public management. A plan of study including content and method of evaluation will be developed in consultation between the student and the supervising graduate faculty member. This plan must be submitted in advance of registration to the MPA graduate advisor for his/her approval and consent. The independent study must be in accordance with the student’s approved program of study and may be used to prepare for the MPA Capstone project requirement.
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SOCW 0511 - Research I
Credits: 3
The course will introduce students to the basics of social science research by examining the research process, purposes of research, and the philosophy of research. Students will learn about the basics of measurement, sampling, and causation. Students will review the basic approaches to research, including qualitative research, experiments, surveys, and historical and comparative research.
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SOCW 0512 - Research II
Credits: 3
This course builds on Research 1, In this course students will develop knowledge and skills to complete quantitative and qualitative research. Students will learn how to apply research to social work practice. Specifically, Students will learn how to design and implement Single Subject Design research, design and implement program evaluation research and learn how to evaluate exiting research for its usefulness to social work practice.
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SOCW 0521 - Human Behavior & the Social Environment (HBSE) I
Credits: 3
This is the first course of a two-course sequence that will focus on how aspects of the social environment affect human behavior and on individual development across the life cycle. This course examines human behavior in families, groups, communities, organizations, and cultures, and the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of human development. The course emphasizes the diversity of human experience, the negative impact of oppression on individuals, families, and groups, and the importance of resilience and empowerment.
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SOCW 0522 - Human Behavior & the Social Environment (HBSE) II
Credits: 3
This is the second course of a two course sequence that will focus on how aspects of the social environment affect human behavior and on individual development across the life cycle. The major goal of the course is to help students understand the complex interactions between people and their environments and the importance of knowledge and theories about human behavior to social work practice.
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SOCW 0523 - Diversity & Social Justice
Credits: 3
This course examines the histories of diverse social identity groups in the United States and the differential impacts of past and present attitudes, beliefs, practices, and policies on the lives of individuals, families, groups, and communities. The existence of multiple, intersecting, and interlocking systems of advantage and disadvantage and the centrality of diversity competent practice to the field of social work are emphasized.
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SOCW 0531 - Social Welfare Policy Analysis
Credits: 3
Social science, historical, and ideological models, theories, and perspectives are used as a foundation to examine and analyze present social policies and social programs at the organizational, state, national, and international levels.
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SOCW 0541 - Generalist Practice I
Credits: 3
This is the first of a two-part course sequence that introduces student to the knowledge, values, and skills that form the core of generalist social work practice. In this course, students examine the roles social workers take with client systems, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and basic theories of social work, and explore the values and ethics of social work, including managing ethical dilemmas. The course continues with an examination of engaging and assessing systems of different sizes.
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SOCW 0542 - Generalist Practice II
Credits: 3
This is the second of a two-part course that introduces student to the knowledge, values, and skills that form the core of generalist social work practice. In this course, the development of service plans with systems of different sizes is examined in-depth. The course continues with an examination of the application of theory, use of self, use of professional values, and development of skills for interventions with individuals, families, groups, and communities. The course concludes with an exploration of the values, knowledge, and skills needed to evaluation social work with clients systems of various sizes and of termination/transition with the client system.
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SOCW 0543 - Generalist Practice Bridge Course (Required for Advanced Standing Students)
Credits: 3
This course is required for Advanced Standing students as a bridge that allows students to be fully ready to enter the advanced level of MSW education. This course focuses on the core knowledge, values and skills that form the foundation of generalist practice.
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SOCW 0561 - Foundation Practicum I
Credits: 4
First year MSW students are required to complete a 400 hour, hands-on social work internship in an approved agency under the supervision of a professional social worker. This internship may be scheduled as a one-semester block placement or a two-semester part-time placement. Included is a seminar that provides further integration of practice experience with the skills, knowledge, and values and ethics of the field.
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SOCW 0562 - Foundation Practicum II
Credits: 4
First year MSW students are required to complete a 400 hour, hands-on social work internship in an approved agency under the supervision of a professional social worker. This internship may be scheduled as a one-semester block placement or a two-semester part-time placement. Included is a seminar that provides further integration of practice experience with the skills, knowledge, and values and ethics of the field.
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SOCW 0621 - Mental Health & Children
Credits: 3
This course examines mental health problems in childhood and adolescence from a biopsychosocial developmental perspective. A range of relevant theories will be studied as they shed light on the development of child and adolescent disorders. Specific clinical entities such as pervasive developmental delays, physiological disorders, and personality, cognitive, affective, and behavior disorders are considered in terms of their etiologies and features and in relation to the practice challenges they raise. Theories are critically examined with particular attention given to the influences of gender, race, ethnicity, and other forms of diversity on the development of deviations.
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SOCW 0622 - Mental Health & Adulthood
Credits: 3
This course will provide the student with advanced exposure to several issues in the area of adult psychopathology and diagnostics. It is intended to provide students with the tools necessary to comfortably utilize the DSM system of classification while maintaining a coherent case conceptualization that is not bounded by this system. Course material will be organized by diagnostic categories.
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SOCW 0631 - Child Welfare Policy
Credits: 3
This course examines the history and current status of child welfare policy in the United States. The theories, assumptions, politics, and economics underlying child welfare policies and practices are explored and evaluated in relationship to major theories and empirical knowledge about child development, children’s rights, human needs, and social work values and ethics.
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SOCW 0641 - Advanced Practice I: Children & Youth
Credits: 3
This course examines the knowledge, values, and skills needed to conduct effective interventions with children, adolescents, and significant adults within the context of their specific social environments. Special attention is given to issues of diversity and empowerment as they relate to assessment, building relationships with children and adolescents and their families, treatment planning, intervention, and practice evaluation.
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SOCW 0642 - Advanced Practice II: Adults
Credits: 3
This course examines theory, knowledge, and skills for advanced practice with adults. The therapeutic process and treatment strategies are examined, incorporating content from multiple theoretical orientations. Theories are compared and contrasted in terms of theoretical assumptions, intervention methods and techniques, and empirical evidence regarding practice outcomes.
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SOCW 0643 - Advanced Practice III: Family
Credits: 3
This course focuses on the knowledge, skills, and values needed for advanced social work practice with families. The course includes an in-depth look at clinical social work with families through the process of engagement, assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and termination. Further, the course examines multiple theories for clinical social work with families and the integration of current evidence into family practice.
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