Sep 23, 2024  
2019-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
2019-2021 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 5090 - Guidance and Counseling Services in the Schools (3)


    Master’s Specialty Core course for Pre•K•12 concentration. History, principles, and philosophy of School Guidance and Counseling Services. This course examines the management of Guidance and Counseling Services which includes definition of roles, functions, the use of resources, referrals, consultation, use of time, facilities, budget and the use of research and evaluation to improve programs. Students holding a master’s degree and seeking certification must take this course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 5120 - Techniques of Counseling and Interviewing (3)


    This course is designed to facilitate the development of essential interpersonal skills for counseling effectiveness, client intake and initial diagnostic procedures. An introduction to the influence of gender, race, ethnicity and other factors related to individual and cultural differences is presented. This weekly seminar-type class allows for the consideration of ethical issues and provides a supervised laboratory experience for self-exploration and video tape analysis. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 5135 - Theories of Personality (3)


    Theoretical, contemporary and empirical comparisons of personality development systems to account for both normal and deviant behavior. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 5136 - Abnormal Psychology (3)


    Theories of abnormal personality and their expansion into applied techniques in advanced psychopathology and diagnosis. Introduction to the theoretical, contemporary and empirical comparisons of personality development systems to account for both normal and deviant behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5135 . No for Professional School Counseling Majors.
  
  • PSYC 5140 - Statistics and Computer Applications (3)


    Complex data analysis and interpretation of additional multivariate topics not covered in PSYC 5040 with the use of statistical analysis packages (e.g., SPSS/Windows) and computer application to research and educational problems in order to facilitate better research consumerism by practicing professionals. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5040 .
  
  • PSYC 5170 - Counseling Theory (3)


    Integration of personality theory into counseling theories. Exploration of major trends in psychotherapeutic theory, techniques and current research. Philosophical bases of helping relationships; development of counselor and client self-awareness. Theory and research on issues and problems in counseling clients from different cultural backgrounds will be emphasized. Introduction to the most current Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) will be included. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5135  and PSYC 5136 .
  
  • PSYC 5190 - Group Counseling and Guidance (3)


    Specialty Core Course for Pre-K-12. Designed to prepare the student for practicum and internships in Pre-K-12 counseling as it relates to group process, dynamics, techniques including establishing goals, group selection, time management, presentation and facilitation. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5170 .
  
  • PSYC 5200 - Advanced Counseling and Interviewing Skills (2)


    This course is designed to facilitate progressively greater degrees of skill development in counseling. This practicum provides the opportunity for the student to engage in performing the roles of counselor under supervision. Includes a weekly seminar-type class for consideration of ethical issues, problems encountered in practicum and for relating theory to practice and specific training in interviewing, assessment, treatment planning and termination issues in counseling, clinical or school settings. Involves supervised laboratory exposure to clients with developmental issues and skills assessment. If satisfactory level of competence is not obtained by established time frame, the student will repeat course prior to progressing to PSYC 6505 , 6720, or EDSE 6910, 6920, 6930 . Students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5120 ; admission to the graduate program in psychology.
  
  • PSYC 5230 - Learning Theories (3)


    This course emphasizes the major problem areas, methodology, theories and research in complex behaviors. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 5270 - Vocational Theory and Testing (3)


    Theories and empirical research related to vocational choice, decision-making, and assessment including interest, aptitude, and ethics as it relates to the world of work over the lifespan. The student will be able to demonstrate the application of this knowledge in career exploration through formal assessment including technological approaches to career planning. Prerequisite(s): Admission to a graduate program in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 5330 - Measurement and Evaluation for the Classroom (3)


    A course primarily concerned with preparing teachers for administering, scoring, processing, and using the results of standardized and teacher-made tests, and other measures of progress in school; also preparation is offered in the construction of objective and subjective tests. Attention is also given to various tests as they relate to the functions, techniques, and tools of classroom assessment. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education required for those seeking teacher certification to become teachers. Others enrolled with permission of the Psychology department head.
  
  • PSYC 5430 - Advanced Educational Psychology (3)


    A consideration of the principles, as applied to education. Issues relevant to intellectual development, socialization, and educational evaluation are examined. Additionally, teacher variables and student variables in the instructional process are explored.
  
  • PSYC 5530 - Psychometrics (3)


    Basic psychometric concepts to prepare the student for subsequent evaluation instruments. Origin and logic of testing, criteria for judging tests, standardization, reliability, and validity and principles of test development and construction. Examination of principles, strategies, and methodologies of interviewing and report writing of measurement of individual and group differences. Special emphasis is placed upon interpreting these concepts in light of diversity issues. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5040 ; Admission to graduate program in Psychology or Professional School Counseling.
  
  • PSYC 5570 - Individuals, Couples, & Family Systems: Assessments, Theory & Intervention. (3)


    Theory, research and assessment techniques related to treatment of individuals, couples, & traditional families and non-traditional family systems including impact of personal and vocational concerns on the system. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5170 .
  
  • PSYC 5580 - Multicultural Counseling 3


    A survey course designed to introduce graduate-level students to the research, theories, and paradigms of counseling with diverse populations.  The content of the course will focus key constructs that influence the lived experiences of the major racial and panethnic groups in the United States: African American, Asian American and Pacific Islander, Latino/a (Hispanic), and Native American; we will also cover issues related to international and immigrant populations, and gay/lesbian and bisexual issues in counseling, whiteness, gender, class, and ability. In order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the counseling issues of diverse populations, the course is organized to address the three components of the tripartite model of multicultural counseling competencies: (a) awareness of own values and biases, (b) knowledge of values and worldviews of diverse populations (e.g., racial and ethnic minorities), and (c) skills or appropriate intervention strategies and techniques.  
  
  • PSYC 5630 - Child & Adolescent Development (3)


    Theories and research of child and adolescent development in the normal individual. Emphasis on human socialization, physical, cognitive and emotional development from conception through adolescence. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School; PSYC 5040 .
  
  • PSYC 5640 - Lifespan Development (3)


    This course will focus on Life-Span Development covering the growth and decline of the human from birth to death. This course will provide an overview of the major theories of developmental psychology. The objectives of Life-Span Development are to acquire a life-span developmental perspective with a multicultural perspective, to develop a solid grounding in the theories, research findings, and understandings of life-span development, to identify the major principles governing development across the life span, and to develop the ability to apply the principles of life span development to counseling with clients.
     
  
  • PSYC 6060 - Cognitive and Affective Bases of Behavior (3)


    This course is designed to introduce students to cognitive and affective processes that underlie thought, perception, emotion and psychopathology. Topics include pattern recognition, attention, memory, language, and cognitive development. The course will emphasize the clinical applications and impact of these processes. The influences of psychosocial factors (culture, ethnicity, economic, gender, and other diversity issues) will be incorporated.  Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 6130 - Social Bases of Behavior (3)


    Theoretical explanations and empirical research related to of human behavior in diverse social groupings. Emphasis on dynamics of group processes, the psychological basis of group behavior, conflict resolution and evaluation of social programs. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5030 , PSYC 5230 , PSYC 5530  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6170 - Intellectual Assessment (3)


    Offers training and practice in administering, scoring, analysis and transmission of test data to both clients and other professionals. Emphasis on the use of standardized individual tests of intelligence. Ethics and multi-cultural concerns related to assessment are covered. The student is required to acquire proficiency in the use of the Weschler and the Stanford-Binet. Scales. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5530 ; written permission of the instructor is required prior to enrolling.
  
  • PSYC 6320 - Practicum in Pre-K-12 School Counseling (3)


    This practicum provides an opportunity for the student to engage in working with clients under supervision in the school setting. It provides for the development of individual and group counseling skills. Students must commit to completing 100 hours within the semester during middle school hours of operation. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5170 , PSYC 5190 , and PSYC 6360 ; Permission to enroll requires approval of Coordinator of Pre-K-12 School Counseling Program one semester prior to enrollment.
  
  • PSYC 6360 - Pre-practicum Field Experience For Pre-K-12 (3)


    This course is designed for students with no prior teaching experience. Students enrolled in this class will gain exposure to the whole teaching and counseling milieu through observation in the classroom, assisting with specific classroom activities and participating in case conferences with school personnel which would include the counselor and other members of the student services team. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the graduate program in Professional School Counseling.
  
  • PSYC 6370 - Interest, Aptitude & Achievement Testing (3)


    Application of principles, strategies, and methodologies of interviewing and report writing in the areas of interests, aptitude, and achievement testing with diverse populations. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5530  or equivalent with approval of instructor; Admission to graduate program in Psychology or Professional School Counseling.
  
  • PSYC 6405 - Internship: Elementary School Counseling (3)


    Interns experience the wide range of activities expected of an elementary school counselor, including individual and group counseling; group guidance activities; group assessment; consultation with colleagues and parents; and coordination of guidance and counseling activities. Students spend 300 clock hours during the term under the direct supervision of an experienced, licensed school counselor on-site during the school day. Permission of Professional School Counseling Program Coordinator and application required one term prior to enrollment. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5080 , PSYC 5090 , PSYC 5170 , PSYC 5190 , PSYC 5270 , PSYC 6360  and PSYC 6320  and successful completion of Praxis for School Counselors.
  
  • PSYC 6406 - Internship: Secondary School Counseling (3)


    Interns experience the wide range of activities expected of a secondary school counselor, including individual and group counseling; group guidance activities; group assessment; consultation with colleagues and parents; and coordination of guidance and counseling activities. Students spend 300 clock hours during the term under the direct supervision of an experienced, licensed school counselor on-site during the school day. Permission of the Pre-K-12 Program Coordinator and application required one term prior to enrollment. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5080 , PSYC 5090 , PSYC 5170 , PSYC 5190 , PSYC 5270 , PSYC 6360  and PSYC 6320 .
  
  • PSYC 6430 - History and Systems of Psychology (3)


    A study of the historical development of the field of psychology with particular emphasis on contemporary psychology. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 6470 - Individual Testing & Report Writing (3)


    This course is part of a sequential competency based assessment series in the advanced study of psychoeducational assessment. Included are the study, administration, and interpretive report writing using measures of intelligence, behavior and achievement as well as assessment of emotion. Emphases of the course are psychoeducational diagnoses based on assessment outcomes. Meaningful psychoeducational recommendations, framed in an integrated psychological report are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5530  & PSYC 6170 .
  
  • PSYC 6505 - Master’s Practicum in Counseling Psychology (3)


    Supervised practice in psychological work with clients within an approved or clinical setting. Supervision is provided by an onsite supervisor and a university supervisor. Students must obtain practica placements and have it approved with the appropriate program coordinator the semester before enrolling in this course. Students seeking licensure or certification also should take responsibility to check requirements for direct services and supervision with the appropriate boards. At the time of enrollment, students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Admission to graduate program in psychology; approval of the Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester prior to enrollment; PSYC 5200 .
  
  • PSYC 6506 - Master’s Practicum in Counseling Psychology (3)


    Supervised practice in psychological work with clients within an approved counseling or clinical setting. Supervision is provided by an onsite supervisor and a university supervisor. Students must obtain practica placements and have them approved with the appropriate program coordinator the semester before enrolling in this course. Students seeking licensure or certification also should take responsibility to check requirements for direct services and supervision with the appropriate boards. At the time of enrollment, students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Admission to graduate program in Psychology; approval of the Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester prior to enrollment; PSYC 6505 .
  
  • PSYC 6540 - Thesis (3)


    A scientific research thesis is executed under the direct supervision of an approved graduate faculty person. A formal proposal meeting must be held prior to data collection. Generally, completion of the thesis takes at least two enrollments. After the initial enrollment, students enroll in the continuation section until the thesis is successfully defended. Upon acceptance of the written report and the passing of the oral examination, a grade will be awarded designating completion of the project. While students do not enroll in this class until the second year of the Master’s, it is strongly encouraged that they consider possible research options throughout their training and speak with respective faculty regarding possible mutual research interests. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5040  & PSYC 5140 .
  
  • PSYC 6550 - Health Psychology (3)


    This course focuses on the branch of psychology concerning individual behaviors and lifestyles as they affect a person’s physical health. Health psychology includes education, research, and counseling /intervention activities that promote health, prevent or treat illness, and identify health risk factors. The interrelationships between and among biological, social, psychological, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, cultural, and environmental factors and their influence on individual behaviors relating to health, illness prevention and coping will be examined. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School and completion of 12 hours of graduate study.
  
  • PSYC 6560 - Violence in Interpersonal Relations (3)


    This class will provide students with an overview of the theoretical paradigms examining the definitions, causes, and interventions of domestic violence. Theories of domestic violence will be examined from both the role of the survivor and perpetrator. The course will also explore violence within dating relationships and elder abuse. Attention will be given to the how culture, race and ethnicity impact domestic violence and how psychological interventions may be modified to meet the needs of various representative groups. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School and completion of 12 hours of graduate study.
  
  • PSYC 6570 - Projective Techniques (3)


    Designed to familiarize the student with the uses and administration of projective techniques. Research findings as to validity and applicability of the projective approach, ethics, and multi-cultural issues relevant to assessment are carefully examines. Prerequisite(s): Master’s degree in Psychology or Counseling awarded; admission to the Doctoral or Ed.S. programs in Psychology or written permission of instructor prior to enrollment.
  
  • PSYC 6590 - Tests and Measures (3)


    Third course in the master’s Psychological Foundation sequence. Basic psychometric concepts and an introduction to the five major categories of testing as used in education, neuropsychological assessment, I/O psychology, forensic assessment, and career counseling/development. These topics are embedded within considerations of culture, diversity, and ethical implication in order to prepare the student to evaluate, select, and use both tests and measures in an ethical and professional manner. Origin and logic of testing, norms, reliability, validity, criteria of judging test, and ethical/practical consideration in test/measure administration will be covered. Prerequisite(s): Admission to graduate program in psychology or Professional School Counseling. PSYC 5040 & 5140 or equivalent.
  
  • PSYC 6725 - Practicum in School Psychology (3)


    First of a two semester practica sequence in an approved school setting. Supervised practice of psychological assessment, intervention and remediation strategies in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5120  and admission to the school psychology program.
  
  • PSYC 6726 - Practicum in School Psychology (3)


    Second of a two semester practica sequence in an approved school setting. Supervised practice of psychological assessment, intervention and remediation strategies in a school setting. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6725  and admission to the school psychology program.
  
  • PSYC 6900 - Role and Function of the School Psychologist (3)


    A course designed to acquaint the student with information specific to the professional specialty of School Psychology. Topics covered will include History and Foundations of School Psychology. Alternative Models for the Delivery of School Psychological Services, Emergent Technologies and the Roles and Functions of the School Psychologist. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 6920 - Psychological Disorders of Children (3)


    Provides overview of diagnosis and treatment of child/adolescent behavior disorders (ADHD, Conduct problems), emotional and social disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Phobias) and developmental and acquired disorders. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School; PSYC 5130 and/or PSYC 5630 .
  
  • PSYC 6930 - Alternatives to Standardized Assessment (3)


    Theory and practice related to the use of non-normative assessment, including but not limited to structured behavioral observation, curriculum based assessment, functional analysis of behavior and student portfolios. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School; PSYC 5530  or equivalent.
  
  • PSYC 6940 - Consultation in Schools (3)


    Students learn consultation skills and processing utilizing a number of professional models such as Caplan’s model, behavioral and problem solving models, crisis consultation and direct/indirect consultation. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School; PSYC 5120 .
  
  • PSYC 7050 - Ethics & Professional Issues in Counseling Psychology (3)


    Professional seminar in ethical, legal and professional issues in counseling psychology. Ethical guidelines for research, human services, teaching and public policy issues will be covered. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 7130 - Advanced Independent Study (3)


    An intense investigation of an area of study of special interest to the student. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor and approval of the Department Head.
  
  • PSYC 7136 - Statistics & Computer Applications to Research (3)


    Complex data analysis and interpretation of additional multi-variate topics with the use of statistical analysis packages (e.g., SPSS/Windows) and computer application to research and educational problems in order to facilitate research development and production in addition to consumerism. Course will include extra class requirements entailing time in the computer lab to complete assignments. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 5040  and PSYC 5140 .
  
  • PSYC 7137 - Advanced Statistics & Research Methods (3)


    Extension of issues introduced in PSYC 7136  and advanced statistical topics more germane to Psychology graduates conducting research in various settings. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136 .
  
  • PSYC 7150 - Change Processes: Theory, Research & Efficacy (3)


    Theory and research of counseling and psychotherapeutic change, outcome, and empirically validated treatments focusing short-term approaches to counseling. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in Psychology; PSYC 7050 .
  
  • PSYC 7160 - Pre-Practicum (1)


    This pre-practicum experience is the first in a series of training experiences designed to facilitate progressively greater degrees of skill development in counseling psychology. Ethics of practice and working with diverse populations is stressed. Skills Assessment including areas such as Mental Status Examinations, interviewing, history taking and interpersonal dynamics must be satisfactorily completed prior to enrollment in subsequent Practice Core components. A review by the Counseling Psychology Program committee may result in the course being repeated if necessary. Failure to satisfactorily complete assessment of skills will result in removal from graduate program. Available only to graduate students in counseling psychology. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in Counseling Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 7170 - Social Psychology: Research in Gender Roles (3)


    Sex differences and similarities from biological and psychological viewpoints and their interrelatedness with the educative and therapeutic process, including the topics of cognitive study and the motive to avoid success; impact of socialization agents including family, peer, media and school; sexual discrimination; theories and research on sex-role stereotyping and acquisition across cultures. Emphasis is on the integration of theory and research. Prerequisite(s): Admission to doctoral program in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 7255 - Psychopathology (3)


    Theory, research and diagnosis of deviant behavior patterns through the lifespan. Emphasis on most current version of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM). Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in Psychology; PSYC 7050  & PSYC 7150 .
  
  • PSYC 7256 - Assessment of Psychopathology (3)


    Theory, research and application of assessment to diagnosis of deviant behavior patterns throughout the lifespan. Emphasis on most current version of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) and objective appraisal techniques. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7255 .
  
  • PSYC 7260 - Practicum (1)


    This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to observe clinical work of advanced students and to provide counseling to clients with normal developmental concerns under faculty and advanced doctoral student supervision. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7160 .
  
  • PSYC 7270 - Multicultural Counseling: Theory, Research, & Intervention (3)


    An elective in the doctoral program in Counseling Psychology, this course is a key component I the acquisition of counseling skills necessary to develop ethical practitioners and facilitators of learning with a multicultural perspective capable of integrating science and practice in a variety of settings and modalities. This course may serve as a substitute to meet the requirement of EDCI 5300 - Multicultural Education (3)  or may be taken strictly as an elective. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7050  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7280 - Teaching of Psychology (3)


    This course introduces the student to issues germane to the teaching of psychology. The course will include didactic as well as observational and applied experience with current theory and practice of teaching. Particular focus of experiential activities will be with undergraduate populations in a just-in-time approach, although graduate level teaching will also be covered in readings and discussion. This course is required of all students wishing to teach in the Department of Psychology. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 7320 - Learning Theories (3)


    FOR NON•PSYCHOLOGY MAJORS ONLY. The major problem areas, methodology, theories and research in complex behavior. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Graduate School.
  
  • PSYC 7365 - Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (2)


    Five semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice core for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and university supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. During PSYC 7368 , students will provide supervision to advanced masters students enrolled in PSYC 6506 . Students enrolled in PSYC 7368  must have completed or concurrently be enrolled in PSYC 7557 . PSYC 7369  will be offered to students desiring a specialization practicum (e.g., assessment, forensics) on an as-needed basis for summer elective enrollment and may be taken upon completion of PSYC 7365 & PSYC 7366 . All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7260 .
  
  • PSYC 7366 - Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (2)


    Five semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice core for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and university supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. During PSYC 7368 , students will provide supervision to advanced masters students enrolled in PSYC 6506 . Students enrolled in PSYC 7368  must have completed or concurrently be enrolled in PSYC 7557 . PSYC 7369  will be offered to students desiring a specialization practicum (e.g., assessment, forensics) on an as-needed basis for summer elective enrollment and may be taken upon completion of PSYC 7365  & 7366. All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7260 .
  
  • PSYC 7367 - Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (3)


    Five semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice core for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and university supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. During PSYC 7368 , students will provide supervision to advanced masters students enrolled in PSYC 6506 . Students enrolled in PSYC 7368  must have completed or concurrently be enrolled in PSYC 7557 . PSYC 7369  will be offered to students desiring a specialization practicum (e.g., assessment, forensics) on an as-needed basis for summer elective enrollment and may be taken upon completion of PSYC 7365  & PSYC 7366 . All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7260 .
  
  • PSYC 7368 - Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (3)


    Five semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice core for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and university supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. During PSYC 7368, students will provide supervision to advanced masters students enrolled in PSYC 6506 . Students enrolled in PSYC 7368 must have completed or concurrently be enrolled in PSYC 7557 . PSYC 7369  will be offered to students desiring a specialization practicum (e.g., assessment, forensics) on an as-needed basis for summer elective enrollment and may be taken upon completion of PSYC 7365  & PSYC 7366 . All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7260 .
  
  • PSYC 7369 - Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (1)


    Five semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice core for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and university supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. During PSYC 7368 , students will provide supervision to advanced masters students enrolled in PSYC 6506 . Students enrolled in PSYC 7368  must have completed or concurrently be enrolled in PSYC 7557 . PSYC 7369 will be offered to students desiring a specialization practicum (e.g., assessment, forensics) on an as-needed basis for summer elective enrollment and may be taken upon completion of PSYC 7365  & PSYC 7366 . All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7260 .
  
  • PSYC 7370 - Advanced Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (1)


    Two semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and University supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. These sections of the practicum sequence will be offered on an as needed basis for enrollment of students who have completed the required practicum sequence. All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; successful completion of PSYC 7368 .
  
  • PSYC 7371 - Advanced Doctoral Practicum in Counseling Psychology (1)


    Two semester sequence of doctoral advanced practice for Counseling Psychology students. Includes field experience in an approved setting of which 75% should be direct clinical work, weekly supervision seminar with practicum students and University supervisor, and weekly individual supervision with licensed psychologist as site supervisor. These sections of the practicum sequence will be offered on an as needed basis for enrollment of students who have completed the required practicum sequence. All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology Practicum Coordinator one semester before beginning course; successful completion of PSYC 7368 .
  
  • PSYC 7465 - Doctoral Practicum in School Psychology (2)


    First of two semester sequence of doctoral Advanced Practice Core for School Psychology students. Practical experience in an approved setting. Weekly seminar with practicum students to interact and critique taped client interventions. Weekly individual supervision with university supervisor required. Each semester should entail approximately 300 hours of field experience of which 75% should be direct clinical work. On site supervision by a licensed psychologist is required in addition to faculty supervision. All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of program coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7200.
  
  • PSYC 7466 - Doctoral Practicum in School Psychology (2)


    Second of two-semester sequence of doctoral Advanced Practice Core for School Psychology students. Practical experience in an approved setting. Weekly seminar with practicum students to interact and critique taped client interventions. Weekly individual supervision with university supervisor required. Each semester should entail approximately 300 hours of field experience of which 75% should be direct clinical work. On site supervision by a licensed psychologist is required in addition to faculty supervision. All students must demonstrate proof of current professional liability insurance. Prerequisite(s): Permission of program coordinator one semester before beginning course; PSYC 7465 .
  
  • PSYC 7535 - Consultation and Program Evaluation (3)


    This course provides intermediate training in consultation and program evaluation that builds upon doctoral-level training in statistics and research methodology. This course will present models, techniques, and practices in the design, development, and implementation of program evaluations. The course will also provide training in consultation services in educational, governmental, health & human services, and research settings. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of PSYC 7136  and PSYC 7137  or equivalent.
  
  • PSYC 7555 - Assessment, Theory & Interventions with Individuals (3)


    Theory, research, and assessment techniques related to treatment of individuals including personal and vocational concerns across the lifespan. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7050 , PSYC 7150 , PSYC 7255 , PSYC 7256 .
  
  • PSYC 7556 - Assessment, Theory & Interventions with Couples, Families & Systems (3)


    Theory, research, and assessment techniques related to treatment of couples, families and nontraditional family systems including impact of personal and vocational concerns on the system. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7050 , PSYC 7150 , & PSYC 7255 , PSYC 7256 . (Formerly PSY 755 B)
  
  • PSYC 7557 - Assessment, Theory & Interventions in Supervision (3)


    Seventh course in the doctoral Advanced Psychological Foundations sequence. Theory, research, and assessment techniques related to providing supervision in treatment settings. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7366  or PSYC 7466 , PSYC 7555 , PSYC 7556 .
  
  • PSYC 7558 - Supervision Practicum (1)


    Continuation of PSYC 7557 . This course will provide intensive group supervision for the continued development of professional skills in the provision of clinical supervision at the individual level building upon the basic skills and knowledge developed in PSYC 7557 . Theory, research, and assessment techniques related to providing individual-level supervision in treatment settings will be emphasized. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7366 , PSYC 7555 , PSYC 7556 , & PSYC 7557 .
  
  • PSYC 7559 - Assessment, Theory & Interventions with Military Service Members and Families (3)


    Theory, research, and assessment techniques related to treatment of individual and families who are currently servicing the military or have done so in the past. The information includes the impact on personal concerns, interpersonal relationships, and vocational issues. PSYC 7050  & PSYC 7150 .
  
  • PSYC 7710 - Psychoeducational Assessment (3)


    The advanced study of the administration and interpretation of a battery of Psychoeducational assessment procedures with an emphasis on diagnostic testing, academic readiness, academic achievement and intellectual functioning. Emphasis will be based on an integrated view of the individual’s Psychoeducational functioning. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6170  or written permission of instructor prior to enrollment.
  
  • PSYC 7730 - Qualitative Research (3)


    This course will focus on advanced qualitative methods and analysis specific to qualitative studies with research with diverse groups. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7137 .
  
  • PSYC 7750 - Career Development: Theories, Methods & Contemporary Issues (3)


    This course will review the major theories of life long career choice development, and adjustment within the historical context of counseling psychology as well as contemporary issues in the career area. The major career assessment instruments and their applications to career counseling in multi-cultural settings, across the life span will be emphasized.
  
  • PSYC 7760 - Trauma & Crisis Interventions (3)


    Theory, research, and intervention associated with the nature, types, and models of trauma and crisis. This includes posttraumatic stress issues related to natural disasters, human-made emergencies, societal violence.
  
  • PSYC 7790 - Internship Preparation Seminar (3)


    This elective seminar examines issues surrounding the pre-doctoral internship application and selection process. As a seminar, this course will have a “just-in-time” format allowing for discussion of topics relating to securing the capstone experience in an American Psychological Association approved internship and preparing to formally enter a career in professional psychology at the most timely point, the summer immediately prior to application for internship. Prerequisite(s): third year standing in the doctoral program in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 7900 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7901 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7902 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7903 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7904 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7905 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7906 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7907 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7908 - Special Topics (3)


    Special topics in psychology are offered on an alternating basis. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 7136  or permission of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 8095 - Internship (Counseling Psychology) (3)


    The internship for Counseling Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. The dissertation proposal must be successfully proposed prior to the submission of the first application for internship. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all coursework and doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8096 - Internship (Counseling Psychology) (3)


    The internship for Counseling Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. The dissertation proposal must be successfully proposed prior to the submission of the first application for internship. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all coursework and doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8097 - Internship (Counseling Psychology) (3)


    The internship for Counseling Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. The dissertation proposal must be successfully proposed prior to the submission of the first application for internship. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Counseling Psychology program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all coursework and doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8105 - Internship. (School Psychology) (3)


    The internship for School Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. Prerequisite(s): Permission of appropriate program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all course work & doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8106 - Internship. (School Psychology) (3)


    The internship for School Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. Prerequisite(s): Permission of appropriate program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all course work & doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8107 - Internship. (School Psychology) (3)


    The internship for School Psychology students is a one year, full-time assignment under supervision to an agency approved by the student’s program coordinator. It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an internship and to enter the national process to obtain such an internship. It is recommended that students consult with their major advisor and program coordinator early on in the doctoral program to gain information regarding the process. Prerequisite(s): Permission of appropriate program coordinator one academic year in advance, completion of all course work & doctoral comprehensive examinations.
  
  • PSYC 8110 - Dissertation (3)


    The design and implementation of an extensive and intensive study of psychological nature requiring the use of quantitative and/or qualitative competencies and skills under the direction of a committee and its chairperson. Students must enroll for a minimum of two semesters. Enrollment may not begin prior to the successful completion of comprehensive examinations and must be maintained each semester until the dissertation has been completed and successfully defended. The dissertation proposal must be successfully proposed prior to the submission of the first application for internship for Counseling Psychology Doctoral students.

Reading

  
  • EDLI 5310 - In-Service Education Workshops (1-3)


    Workshops designed to address a variety of reading education topics.
  
  • EDLI 5590 - Foundations of Teaching Reading (3)


    Survey and analysis of theory, concepts, principles, processes, practices, and materials relevant to reading programs kindergarten through adult.
  
  • EDLI 5610 - Methods For Literacy and Instruction (K-5) (3)


    Reviews the entire elementary school reading program from the reading readiness stage through junior or high grades. Emphasis on methods and materials of teaching reading in kindergarten through grade eight, and the development of higher-level skills in reading as children mature.
  
  • EDLI 5640 - Diagnosis and Treatment of Reading Disabilities (3)


    Investigation of common causes of reading disabilities, diagnosis of such disabilities by individual and group procedures, and establishment of treatment programs.
  
  • EDLI 5690 - Practicum in Reading Education (3)


    A practical experience will be designed by the pupil and the instructor after an analysis of the pupil’s needs as his job tasks relate to reading. Different experiences (as examples) could emphasize classroom instruction, remedial-clinical instruction, screening pupils for special programs, supervising reading teachers, and designing or administering reading programs.
  
  • EDLI 5800 - Linguistic Applications to Teaching Language Arts (3)


    Designed to provide teachers with current theory concerning the cultural, linguistic, cognitive, and affective aspects of receptive and productive language. Theory is translated into classroom practice emphasizing the teaching of reading, writing, and spelling.
  
  • EDLI 5870 - Interpreting Research Findings into Classroom Practice (3)


    Advanced seminar for graduate students. This course emphasizes survey and review of current research in various phases of reading and their implications for instructional strategies. topics, instructional strategies, and classroom ideas for guiding learners’ literacy and development in their content classes. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education or are a licensed teacher by the State of Tennessee or United States equivalency.
  
  • EDLI 6030 - Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum (3)


    Reading and writing abilities, and other elements surrounding literacy, are important issues facing middle and secondary teachers and schools. Challenges that face teachers with learners in their literacy needs and abilities are addressed. This course examines a number of topics, instructional strategies, and classroom ideas for guiding learners’ literacy and development in their content classes. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or are a licensed teacher by the State of Tennessee or United States equivalency.
  
  • EDLI 6050 - Strategies for Developing Reading/Study Skills in Middle and Secondary Schools (3)


    Course demonstrates teaching techniques that develop advanced reading/study strategies. Candidates learn how formal and informal diagnostic techniques can be developed and applied to their respective content areas to better meet student individual needs for learning and achievement. Instructional practices and strategies will be demonstrated, modeled, and candidates will develop these strategies for use within their content classes. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education or are a licensed teacher by the State of Tennessee or United States equivalency.
  
  • EDLI 6120 - Current Trends and Issues in Reading - Language Arts Education (3)


    Course is designed to explore current trends and issues, including curricular structures and administrative and other school practices that affect the teaching of reading-language arts.
  
  • EDLI 6200 - Directed Individual Study of Instructional Strategies in Reading (1-3)


    Individual study is centered around reading instruction and/or programs; directed by advisor or other professors.
 

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