• PSY 4999: Engaged Learning in Psychology: Variable Topic

  1.00 - 6.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course is designed to provide experiential, project-based, or engaged learning of psychological principles. The course may be taken for a maximum of 6 credits and is repeatable up to 2 times for a maximum of 12 credits. (Fall [As Needed], Spring [As Needed], Summer [As Needed]) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 and instructor permission - Prerequisite Min. Grade: C- Prerequisite Can Be Concurrent? Yes (PSY 1010) Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 12 Prerequisite:    PSY 1010
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• PSY 6100: Ethics, Law, and Professional Practices

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Clinical psychology is an exciting, multifaceted, and rewarding field; however, the nature of our work introduces ethical challenges. Ethics, Law, and Professional Practices, prepares doctoral students with introductory knowledge of foundational ethical principles and legal statutes. Unlike content that can be learned and retained in a static manner, psychologists must develop fluency with ethical standards so that they can be applied into daily practice. This course lays the foundation for that process to continue throughout doctoral training. In this course, students will learn to identify and apply relevant APA ethical codes and legal standards. Students will utilize critical thinking skills to analyze realistic hypothetical situations that pose ethical conflicts. Issues related to cultural competency and diversity will be discussed. Students will also be introduced to a model of ethical reasoning and encouraged to apply this model throughout their professional development. This course helps prepare students for clinical training experiences such as practicum. This course contributes to Profession Wide Competencies of Ethical and Legal Standards, Individual and Cultural Diversity, Professional Values and Attitudes, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, and Consultation and Interprofessional Skills. This course also contributes to Discipline Specific Knowledge of Cognitive Aspects of Behavior, Social Aspects of behavior, and Advanced Integrative Knowledge in Scientific Psychology. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6250: Applied Assessment I: Cognitive and Achievement Assessment

  4.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course integrates the skills of administration and scoring of major cognitive assessment instruments (i.e., WISC-V, WAIS-IV) in the context of recent cognitive theories and research. An overview of the other tests will also be presented. The topic of Learning Disorders is introduced along with historical, conceptual and relevant clinical issues. The APA Ethics Codes and Professional Standards pertinent to testing and dissemination of test results will be discussed along with educational, employment and social implications of assessment and development of communication skills and appropriate interventions. Issues of assessing culturally and linguistically diverse individuals are integrated throughout the course. Students will draw from existing knowledge they acquired from other courses in the curriculum (e.g., PSY 7100 Memory and Cognition, PSY 6610 Human Development through the Lifespan, PSY 6620, Individual and Cultural Diversity, PSY 6300 Foundations of Psychotherapy I, etc.). Further, this course will subsequently inform future courses within the curriculum PSY 6255 Applied Assessment II, PSY 6630, Assessment and Interventions Across the Lifespan, PSY 7400 Applied Neuropsychology, PSY 6530 Field Practicum, PSY 7905 Professional Project, PSY 7990, et)., as well as the student's Comprehensive Examination efforts (i.e., Case Conceptualization Presentation). (Fall, Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6255: Applied Assessment II: Psychosocial and Personality Assessment

  4.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course will continue your training in and experience with measurement theory, psychological testing, evaluation and assessment. The course begins with coverage of general measurement topics, including psychometric theory, ethical issues, and test characteristics. We then focus our attention on some commonly-used and researched 'objective' personality inventories, the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory - 3 (MMPI-3), the MMPI-A (Adolescent), the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) and the Neuroticism Extraversion Openness-Personality Inventory-3(NEO-PI-3). Following introductory material, you will gain 'hands-on' experience with MMPI-3 & NEO-PI-3 administration/interpretation and the written presentation of assessment results. In the interest of linking assessment activities with positive outcomes in psychotherapy, these 'hand-on' experiences will facilitate your understanding of how test data have potential to inform psychotherapeutic intervention and case formulation. Over the course of the semester, you will complete 3 mock psychological evaluations of undergraduate volunteers. These 'evaluations'-culminating in written reports-will synthesize data from tests, live observation, and an adapted 'clinical' interview. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6270: Motivation and Emotion

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This seminar course contains content to develop your understanding of psychology from a scientific way of knowing and to inform you of theories of motivation, emotion, and affect. The curriculum of this course is designed to enhance your abilities to be effective in a clinical setting. Throughout this course, principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusivity are discussed in directed reading and formal seminar discussion. Further, content from this course connects with content from PSY 6400: Advanced Social Psychology, PSY 6700: Statistics and Research Design, and PSY 6450: Psychopathology. Finally, this course provides foundational material for PSY 6520: Clinical Practicum, PSY 6530: Field Practicum, PSY 6810: Addictions Treatment, and PSY 7990: Pre-Doctoral Internship. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6300: Foundations of Psychotherapy I

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course will introduce the psychotherapy process and basic counseling skills. Topics include evidence-based practices, common factors, and an overview of various foundational psychotherapy modalities including (but not limited to) humanistic, psychodynamic, interpersonal process, existential, cognitive-behavioral, and others. The class will discuss the various theoretical approaches to conceptualization of the problem, the role of the therapist, theory of cure, and applications with diverse groups. Basic counseling skills will include active and reflective listening skills, nonverbal behaviors, paraphrasing, empathy responses, and building a therapeutic alliance, among others. Skills will be introduced through role plays in class and students will be assigned weekly practice. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6310: Foundations of Psychotherapy II

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  Our theoretical (and personal) assumptions about people and their motives influence how we see the strengths and weaknesses of our clients, the style of therapeutic relationship we develop, the kind of therapeutic goals we set, how we attempt to intervene to meet these goals, and how we study this process. As a result, it is especially important for us to develop a strong, useful theoretical viewpoint, as well as to understand those of other therapists. This course will take a "deep" dive into four influential third-wave therapy models (CBT, DBT, MBCT, ACT) as well as a certification in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS). This course is designed to build on the foundational counseling skills and theories learned in PSY 6300: Foundations of Psychotherapy, PSY 6100: Ethics Laws and Professional Practices, PSY 6610: Human Development Through the Lifespan, and PSY 6620: Individual and Cultural Diversity. Additionally, it will provide a deeper more comprehensive perspective on four influential third-wave therapy models. This course will further prepare students to conduct and engage in individual psychotherapy with clients in future practica. Furthermore, this course will provide opportunities to practice core skills and techniques necessary to conduct four forms of therapy serving as a foundation for additional skill development and practice in all subsequent intervention courses and practica. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6320: Foundations of Psychotherapy III

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course will focus on specific theoretical and clinical orientations for understanding psychopathology and how those frameworks translate to psychotherapeutic approaches. This course will also include a strong emphasis on empirically-based treatment approaches, and the use of certain manualized treatments with certain populations (e.g., children, adolescents, etc.). For example, specific treatment approaches will include Trauma-Focused Approaches (e.g., EMDR, Exposure, TF-CBT), Interpersonal Approaches (e.g., IPT), Family Systems (PCIT), Behavior Therapy (e.g., Habit Reversal Training, etc.), and other Cognitive Approaches (e.g., Exposure and Response Prevention, Systematic Desensitization, etc.). Examples of manualized treatments will also be introduced as part of this course (e.g., The Coping Cat). (Summer - 1st Session) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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• PSY 6400: Advanced Social Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This advanced course in social psychology explores the interaction of the individual person with the social environment. Topics such as the self, social perception and cognition, attributions, attitudes and persuasion, prejudice and discrimination, social influence, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction, group processes, and aggression will be covered from an empirically-based perspective. The course will include both theoretical and applied elements associated with the topics and is designed to meet the Discipline-Specific Knowledge (DSK) content area of Social Aspects of Behavior, for American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Only students enolled in the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program.
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• PSY 6450: Psychopathology

  3.00 Credits

  Southern Utah University

  
  This course reviews human behavior usually classified as "abnormal" or pathological. We will explore definitions of "abnormal behavior" throughout human history to the current time. We will use the current version of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic criteria (DSM-V) as a diagnostic foundation, but take special care to humanize the people who have the mental conditions we cover. Four conceptual themes inform our approach to discussing psychopathology. First, care will be taken to thoroughly review signs and symptoms, and other diagnostic considerations of the condition(s) consistent with the medical model. Second, we will explore etiological models, such as multicultural and/or adaptive (teleological functions) of the condition(s). Third, we will review treatment and intervention strategies consistent with each of the etiological considerations. Fourth, we will cover neurobiological factors associated with each condition or constellation of conditions. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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