| source UC Santa Barbara (X) |
level |
department Department of Counseling, Clinical, School Psychology (X) |
Examination of both clinical and statistical approaches to professional psychology research. Special attention devoted to conceptualizing and developing research proposals in the area of professional psychology.
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Student works with research team to develop or conduct an on-going research study. Focus on learning the process of planning and carrying out a research program.
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Student works with research team to develop a research idea and carry it out. Focus on implementing research plans and writing research reports in a collaborative group.
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Student works with faculty member to develop and carry out a research project of particular interest. Focus on planning and conducting research projects of particular interest to student.
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Introduces students to basic neuroanatomy and neurological functioning across lifespan. Relationship of neurological structure to psychiatric disorder is highlighted. Also serves to give students a background in clinical psychopharmacology. Biomedical treatments for child and adult disorders are explored.
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An overview of diagnostic and treatment methods in the area of autism and other severe disabilities. Discussion topics include research on language, social behavior, self-injury, self-stimulation, research on physiological, educational, and behavioral interventions used in clinical, school and family settings.
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Course introduces the social bases of behavior. Students have the opportunity to read classics in the field of social psychology, social influence, and social cognition. Application to clinical work, group psychotherapy, and interpersonal behavior are highlighted.
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Facilitates a selective and critical analysis of the historical/philosophical foundations of western psychology. To this end, attention is directed to those individuals, ideas and events that have shaped the history of psychology.
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Theory and research regarding processes/dimensions of human development (e.g., cognitive, social, emotional, individual processes, interpersonal processes, the self and gender roles). Special attention is given to social relationships and their developmental significance.
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Course is the first in the assessment sequence and provides an introduction to descriptive diagnosis via the DSM-IV. It is designed as an introduction to courses in psychopathology, cognitive assessment, and personality assessment.
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An introduction to the domain of developmental psychopathology, the study of psychological problems in the context of human development. Emphasis on the developmental origins and developmental consequences of social, emotional, and behavioral disturbances during childhood and adolescence.
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Explores issues related to professional training and practice in scientific-professional psychology. Topics include internship, graduate training models, history of scientific-professional psychology, professional organizations, credentialing, licensure and employment settings.
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Course examines scientific and professional ethics in applied psychology. In addition to reviewing existing standards, the course focuses on a range of ethical and legal issues such as confidentiality, dual relationships, and client rights.
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Acquaints students with the social and cultural bases of diversity and to enhance multicultural competence. Designed to enhance awareness, knowledge, and skills for providing culturally relevant, sensitive, and effective services to diverse populations.
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Provides in-depth coverage of the Wechsler series, the Stanford Binet (4th ed) and other major tests of cognitive ability. A general approach to test administration and interpretation is stressed. General issues in test bias are used to guide class discussion.
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Introduces students to the major tools and techniques for conducting comprehensive psychological assessments, appropriate for adult, children, and adolescents. Self-report, projective techniques, and behavior ratings are discussed in-depth.
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Students learn to score and interpret the Rorschach Inkblot Test at a level required for independent practice. Also covered are advanced techniques for integrating assessment results and using assessment in psychological treatment planning.
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Examination of the structure, administration, and interpretation of career and life development assessment instruments. Also examination of instruments commonly used in counseling, clinical, or school psychology research.
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Students are exposed to the methods and techniques of applied neuropsychology. Course material covers the administration, scoring, and interpretation of measures of memory, executive functioning, speech and language, and motor processing.
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History and philosophy of behavior management approaches, behavioral assessment procedures, treatment delivery paradigms, parent-training, nonaversive/aversive issues, generalization and maintenance of treatment gains, causes, evaluation of behavior changes, medicine, self-management.
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Method of psychoeducational assessment and evaluation for identification, intervention, progress monitoring, and educational decision-making planning, and review of progress of children in the public schools. Consideration of screening and diagnostic instruments and procedures, plus instruments and materials to assure nondiscriminatory assessment.
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Develops an understanding and appreciation of the major philosophies and theories in the field of professional psychology. Special attention directed toward examination of applicability of theories and inherent techniques to racial/ethnic minority populations.
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Initial practicum in counseling focuses on building a counseling relationship. Students learn theory and practice of basic counseling skills, the working alliance, and multicultural adaptations.
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Focuses on case conceptualization of clients. Students learn to plan treatment on the basis of initial interview, a formal intake, history and present symptoms and client goals.
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Course covers key aspects of counseling psychology, such as social justice, positive psychology, and prevention. The course covers professional and research literature and skill development to prepare students to implement these approaches in research and practice.
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