Catalog 2016-2017 
    
    May 18, 2024  
Catalog 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Course Descriptions

The following is a listing of courses and abridged descriptions of all Alliant International University courses available at the time of publication. Please note that the academic programs are under continuous review and evaluation. Therefore, courses may vary somewhat from those described on the following pages.

Note: Classes not found in the program description may not be taught on the campus where the student is attending. Check online course schedules for a list of classes available at each site in a given semester.
 

 

Psychology

  
  • PSY 6101 - Cognitive and Affective Bases of Behavior

    (2 to 3 units)
    An overview of the interdependencies of cognition and emotion. Discussion of the cognitive processing systems will include research on creative thinking, conscious and unconscious processing, problem solving and cognitive structure. Related areas of sensation, perception, memory, learning, cognition, emotion, motivation and psychophysiological processes are explored. Discussion of emotion will focus on cognitive precursors and consequences of emotional states, as well as the biological and social bases of emotion.
  
  • PSY 6105 - Biological Aspects of Behavior

    (3 units)
    Presentation of the anatomy and physiology of the human central nervous system, neuroanatomy, hormonal and chemical regulation. Discussion focuses on concepts of arousal, the acquisition and processing of information, adaptation to environment, motivation, activity, sleep, behavior genetics. Contemporary research and diagnostic technologies concerned with brain function are reviewed as are chemical and electrophysiological aspects. Various topics include the clinical course, manifestations and implications of various brain pathologies and possible organic contributions to behavioral or psychological dysfunctions commonly encountered in the clinical setting.
  
  • PSY 6106 - Biological Bases of Behavior/Psychopharmacology

    (3 units)
    This course explores the biological processes involved in the symptoms and disorders that are encountered in clinical practice. Following an overview of neuroanatomy, we will examine each class of mental disorder in terms of relevant brain structure, neurotransmitters, hormones, and pharmacology. We will explore biological aspects of mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, addictions, eating disorders, stress, and aggression. In addition, the course will include a discussion of neurophysiological aspects of sensation, emotions, sleep and dreams, learning and memory, and development across the lifespan.
  
  • PSY 6109 - Human Development

    (2 to 3 units)
    The study of developmental theories, constructs and research methods as they contribute to an understanding of normative human development and as they guide intervention strategies. Offerings include: child life span, adolescence, adult development, family life cycle, middle age, aging and women’s life span development.
  
  • PSY 6110 - Personality and Affect

    (3 units)
    Investigation and critique of psychoanalytic, humanistic, existential, cognitive, behavioral, biological, socio-cultural, and object relations theories of personality and affect. Review of current research on mood associated with emotional reactions. Explores empirical foundations, assessment, research literature and clinical applications.
  
  • PSY 6111 - Proseminar: Social Bases of Behavior

    (2 units)
    The study of social psychology. Includes areas such as interpersonal behavior, group dynamics, attitudes/value formation and change, aggression, and sex roles. Contemporary issues and trends are discussed.
  
  • PSY 6112 - Social Basis of Behavior

    (2 to 3 units)
    An overview of the development and functions of basic social motives. Examines research and theory in areas such as learning, self as process, person perception, interpersonal behavior and group dynamics, attitude/value formation and change, aggression, altruism, context of culture and sex roles. Discussion will emphasize the clinical relevance and application of social psychological research and social psychological assessment devices.
    (CFT students only: 3 units)
  
  • PSY 6115 - Addictive Disorders

    (2 units)
    An introduction to substance abuse, chemical dependency and other addictive disorders, with special attention to the relationship of addiction to clinical work with various populations.
  
  • PSY 6115a - Addictive Disorders

    (2 units)
    An introduction to substance abuse, chemical dependency and other addictive disorders, with special attention to the relationship of addiction to clinical work with various populations.
  
  • PSY 6116 - Issues of Chemical Dependency

    (2 units)
    This course will present basic information regarding substances of abuse, the history of use, societal implications as well as evaluation and treatment of individuals suffering from substance abuse disorders. Family dynamics and correlates of psychopathology will be covered.  Recovery models, ethical and cultural issued will be related to current issues in treatment.
  
  • PSY 6116c - Issues of Chemical Dependency

    (2 units)
    An introduction to chemical dependency, including diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
  
  • PSY 6119 - Intercultural Processes/Human Diversity A

    (3 units)
    An experiential course designed to provide insight into the role of personal and sociocultural factors in the work of professional psychologists. The primary goals are (1) to develop self-awareness and a heightened sensitivity to one’s own values, biases and multicultural identities and, (2) to understand how these can serve as resources and/or barriers to the therapeutic process, impacting both the nature and course of psychotherapy with culturally diverse populations. Issues of race, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation are emphasized with attention given to disability, social class, religion and age. The process and self-exploration is facilitated through the maintenance of a personal journal, self-assessments, experiential exercises and class discussions.
  
  • PSY 6120 - Intercultural Processes/Human Diversity B

    (3 units)
    An experiential course designed to provide insight into the role of personal and sociocultural factors in the work of professional psychologists. The primary goals are (1) to develop self-awareness and a heightened sensitivity to one’s own values, biases and multicultural identities and, (2) to understand how these can serve as resources and/or barriers to the therapeutic process, impacting both the nature and course of psychotherapy with culturally diverse populations. Issues of race, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation are emphasized with attention given to disability, social class, religion and age. The process and self-exploration is facilitated through the maintenance of a personal journal, self-assessments, experiential exercises and class discussions.
  
  • PSY 6121 - Intercultural Awareness Development

    (1.5 units)
    A year-long course focusing on experiential and didactic training on issues related to racial/ethnic minorities, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socio-economic levels, the elderly, etc. Aspects of oppression, discrimination, prejudice and stereotyping of culturally different groups will be covered.
    (required for all first year clinical students.)
  
  • PSY 6122 - Intercultural Awareness Development

    (1.5 units)
    A year-long course focusing on experiential and didactic training on issues related to racial/ethnic minorities, sexual orientation, gender, disability, socio-economic levels, the elderly, etc. Aspects of oppression, discrimination, prejudice and stereotyping of culturally different groups will be covered.
    (required for all first year clinical students.)
  
  • PSY 6123 - Cultural Diversity Training

    (1 unit)


    Students participate in monthly learning exercises (or “modules”) designed to increase both knowledge and awareness. The course requires exploration of intersecting identities and individual diversity for those who define themselves as part of singular or multiple cultural groups (e.g., an older adult heterosexual woman of Chinese American heritage; a transgender Latino who defines himself as a gay male). The modules offer varying perspectives about cultural identity, normative expectations of cultural engagement (from dominant and minority identified groups), visible and invisible identities, privilege and cultural oppression. Students will develop better self-awareness of the multiple lenses that differentially value aspects of themselves and others, while increasing knowledge about how culture is individually experienced and defined.


     
    (Fresno and Sacramento)

  
  • PSY 6124 - Cultural Diversity Training

    (1 unit)
    Students participate in monthly learning exercises (or “modules”) designed to increase both knowledge and awareness. The course requires exploration of intersecting identities and individual diversity for those who define themselves as part of singular or multiple cultural groups (e.g., an older adult heterosexual woman of Chinese American heritage; a transgender Latino who defines himself as a gay male). The modules offer varying perspectives about cultural identity, normative expectations of cultural engagement (from dominant and minority identified groups), visible and invisible identities, privilege and cultural oppression. Students will develop better self-awareness of the multiple lenses that differentially value aspects of themselves and others, while increasing knowledge about how culture is individually experienced and defined.
  
  • PSY 6127 - Foundations of Individual and Cultural Diversity

    (1 unit)
    This course is designed to provide first, scientific-based paradigms in the social sciences that illuminate the psycho socio-cultural, historical, political and economic frameworks that supports a better understanding of individual and cultural diversity, as a global dynamic process shaping the life and experiences of populations interacting with each other. Secondly, The course will provide an overview of the significant documented experiences of racial, ethnic minorities, gender, as well as LGBT and people with disabilities in the United States.
  
  • PSY 6129 - Multicultural Competency Development

    (3 units)
    This course is designed to explore the ethical and cultural perspectives of the entering G1 class. Through a variety of methods and activities, students will be encouraged to focus on their own values and cultural orientations. Students will participate in small and large group discussions and activities to clarify the role of cultural diversity in their personal and professional development as psychologists. Participants will improve their multicultural competencies as psychologists with emphasis on three key elements: cultural diversity attitudes and cross-cultural communication; personal, ethical and moral beliefs; and critical awareness of comparative cultures.
  
  • PSY 6130 - Cultural and Ethnic Diversity in Clinical Practice

    (3 units)
    Integration of cultural/ethnic diversity and the delivery of psychosocial services to members of the Latino, African-American, Asian/Pacific Islander American and Native American communities. Discusses the cultural context of behavior, personality development, family, values, psychopathology, assessment and the delivery of psychotherapy/counseling services. May include field experiences.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6129
  
  • PSY 6140 - Developmental Psychology/Lifespan Development

    (2 to 3 units)
    The study of developmental theories, constructs, research and research methods as they contribute to an understanding of normative human development and its variants. Psychological development from conception through aging and death are covered. Contemporary issues and trends are discussed.
  
  • PSY 6206 - Adult Psychopathology

    (3 units)
    Examines the range and variety of psychopathological disorders based on the DSM-5; the dynamic understanding of the conflict/defense model of neurotic forms of adjustment, development of personality disorders and the etiology, symptoms, dynamics, treatment and prognosis of psychoses, schizophrenia, mood disorders and borderline phenomena.
  
  • PSY 6208 - Child Psychopathology

    (3 units)
    Examines theoretical and empirical findings related to the assessment, etiology, correlates and development of the major categories of childhood psychopathology based on DSM-5. Includes internalizing disorders, externalizing disorders and severe developmental, individual, family, school and peer correlates of the behavioral problems.
  
  • PSY 6210 - Clinical Interviewing Techniques

    (3 units)
    Studies the basic issues in the client-therapist interaction process. Focuses on different phases of the interview process with a special emphasis on the initial stages, personality assessment and treatment planning. Includes role playing, group supervision.
    Must be taken with PSY 6211 lab.
  
  • PSY 6211 - Clinical Interviewing Techniques Lab

    (3 units)
    Individual supervision and evaluation of a minimum of two cases through audio or videotaped interviews. The student receives supportive and corrective feedback concerning her/his assessment and interviewing style, communication techniques, countertransference issues/biases and diagnostic, assessment and treatment implications for each case being presented.
    Must be taken with PSY 6212. Credit/No Credit
  
  • PSY 6215 - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

    (3 units)
    An examination of basic issues in psychodynamically oriented psychotherapy. Discussion of the different phases of treatment as well as the concepts of insight, free association, transference, countertransference, some aspects of brief therapy and crisis intervention, etc. Use of cases and demonstration.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6110 and PSY 6114
  
  • PSY 6217 - Cognitive and Other Behavioral Therapies

    (3 units)
    Behavior therapy approaches with a heavy emphasis on the cognitive therapies of Ellis, Beck, Meichenbaum, D’Zurilla, Mahoney and Cautela. A critical review of the approaches, including their philosophical and empirical basis and research related to each is presented. Assessment procedures related to each approach are included. In-class exercises and demonstrations, however proficient use of procedures will require additional training.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6110
  
  • PSY 6220 - Professional Ethics and the Law

    (3 units)
    Examination of legal issues and professional ethics concerning psychotherapists and clinical researchers including: child and elder abuse reporting laws, danger to self and others reporting, confidentiality, privileged communication, patient’s rights and involuntary commitment.
  
  • PSY 6242 - Applied Psychotherapeutic Techniques in Chemical Dependency

    (2 to 3 units)
    Introduction to chemical dependency counseling. Includes assessment of patients and their needs, treatment planning, group and individual therapy techniques with the chemically dependent person.
  
  • PSY 6245 - Substance Abuse in Diverse Populations

    (2 to 3 units)
    An examination of high-risk groups and groups with special needs in the treatment and prevention of chemical dependency. Includes perspectives of women, African Americans, Spanish-speaking Americans, adolescents and native Americans.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6242
  
  • PSY 6255 - Field Placement in Chemical Dependency

    (3 units)
    Placement of students in the chemical dependency concentration at treatment centers for alcoholism or drug treatment. Experience in intervention, research, education and administration.
    Prerequisites: Permission of program director
  
  • PSY 6260 - Integrated Methodology I

    (3 units)
    Studies the interface of scientific and religious knowledge through the development of integrative methodology between psychology and religion. Through the use of the case study method, the pastoral and psychological perspectives are identified and applied to clinical practice. Seminar repeated for a total of 4 units.
  
  • PSY 6262 - Consciousness and Spirituality

    (3 units)
    Examination of extraordinary states of consciousness from biological, psychological and phenomenological perspectives. Focus on both naturally occurring and induced states of awareness. Explores both traditional and contemporary spiritual aspects of the self in relation to higher levels of consciousness. Particular emphasis on the integration of the spiritual and psychological in the unfolding of the self.
  
  • PSY 6264 - Stress and Tension Control Through Progressive Relaxation

    (3 units)
    Seminar in the principles of tension control and practice in progressive relaxation for meeting life’s stresses. Psychophysiological control is acquired over cognitive as well as autonomic functions. Emphasis on prophylactic applications.
  
  • PSY 6266 - Principles of Stress and Tension Control for the Clinician

    (3 units)
    Principles of progressive relaxation for controlling tension, especially as manifested in psychiatric and psychosomatic disorders. Specific clinical applications include phobias, anxiety states, insomnia and depression, gastro-intestinal disorders, high blood pressure, headaches and bodily pains. Includes consideration of the prevention of stress-tension disorders.
  
  • PSY 6268 - Psychological Practice in Gerontology

    (3 units)
    Examination of the psychology of gerontology including therapeutic techniques in dealing with elderly persons within the context of individual, group and family therapy. Also covers etiology of problems of the elderly, assessment, evaluation and treatment approaches for elderly persons. Legal and ethical issues and community resources are discussed.
  
  • PSY 6270 - Evaluation and Assessment of Elderly Persons

    (3 units)
    Examination of issues regarding the assessment of elderly persons. Course is designed to provide training in the assessment instruments used to diagnose psychological, neurological and other problems common in the elderly population.
  
  • PSY 6303 - Group Therapy

    (2 to 3 units)
    A critical overview of principles, issues and practical applications of various techniques in group psychotherapy, including application of different theoretical and psychotherapeutic models to groups; issues and stages in group formation and development, cohesiveness, transference and countertransference, strategies and specific interventions for outpatient and inpatient populations. Role-playing, case discussions and intensive group participation.
  
  • PSY 6308 - Interviewing Techniques

    (2 to 3 units)
    An introduction to communication processes which are fundamental to interviewing and psychotherapy of individuals, couples and families. Includes skills such as empathy, listening, question-asking, probes, assessment of clients from an individual and systemic perspective, and treatment planning across the beginning, middle, and ending phases of therapy. Includes lectures and role-playing.
    Co-requisite: Must be taken with PSY 6309.
  
  • PSY 6309 - Interviewing Techniques Lab

    (0.5 units)
    An intensive lab focused on fundamental interviewing skills. Students role-play, and are videotaped and coached on a weekly basis.
    Co-requisite: PSY 6308
  
  • PSY 6310 - MFT Law and Ethics

    (3 units)
    Reviews guidelines for APA, AAMFT and CAMFT in the practice of psychology and marriage and family therapy, including issues of: child and elder abuse assessment and reporting, privileged communication, confidentiality, patient’s rights and involuntary commitment and concerns specific to the MFT profession.
  
  • PSY 6311 - Introduction to Psychopathology

    (3 units)
    A historical view of the concepts of mental health and psychopathology are presented. Primary focus on the diagnosis and prognosis of disturbed behavior. Uses multi-axial system of the DSM as the central organizing structure of the course. Discussion of basic theoretical and treatment issues and future trends.
  
  • PSY 6312 - MFT Theories and Techniques I

    (3 units)
    Examination of the major models/schools of family therapy theory: historical models such as intergenerational, multigenerational, structural-strategic, and cognitive-behavioral models. Also focuses on family systems theory and its unique theoretical and epistemological assumptions.
  
  • PSY 6313 - MFT Techniques Lab I

    (1 unit)
    An introduction to communication processes which are fundamental to interviewing and psychotherapy of couples and families. Includes skills such as empathy, listening, question-asking, probes, enactments, assessment of clients from an individual and systemic perspective and treatment planning across the beginning, middle and ending phases of therapy. Examination of the major techniques of family therapy, with lectures, observation and demonstrations.
    Co-requisite: PSY 6312
  
  • PSY 6317 - Parent-Child Therapy

    (2 units)
    A survey, from a variety of models, of the current research, theory and techniques of parent training and parent-child therapy. The emphasis is on viewing and working with children from a family systems perspective. The course also exposes students to working with child abuse and family violence, developmental issues for children and families and cultural influences in the realm of parenting.
  
  • PSY 6322 - MFT Theories and Techniques II

    (3 units)
    This course covers philosophical concepts of postmodernism and social constructionism, examines the role of theory in philosophy, politics, epistemology, empirical investigation, and conceptual frameworks. In addition, the student will become very familiar with several empirically based models that private and public agencies are using across the state of California.
  
  • PSY 6323 - MFT Techniques Lab II

    (1 unit)
    An intensive lab focused on fundamental and advanced family therapy skills.
    Co-requisite: PSY 6322
  
  • PSY 6325 - Trauma and Crisis Intervention

    (3 units)
    This course will provide students with an introduction to the definitions of key concepts and theories associated with the various types and causes of private and public crisis and trauma.  Students will be familiarized with the role of the therapist in the use of assessment and treatment of clients affected by crisis and trauma.  They will learn the psychosocial factors associated with trauma response while receiving a general overview of behavioral, cognitive, affective, and neurological implications of crisis and trauma.
  
  • PSY 6326 - Diversity and the Family

    (3 units)
    Examines diversity in the family including issues of ethnicity, race, religion, gender, gender-roles, sexual orientation, and social class. Blends systemic theory, research and practice, as students learn to work with diversity issues in families and with families having differing cultures, values, and needs. Includes consideration of African American, Latino, Native American, Filipino, Asian, inter- racial, and other ethic/racial populations.
  
  • PSY 6328 - Individual and Family Life Cycle

    (3 units)
    Studies developmental issues and life events from infancy to old age and their effect upon individuals, couples and family relationships. Focus on theory, research and application of individual and family developmental psychology. Examination of continuous and discontinuous changes, e.g. courtship, early marriage, childbirth, childhood, adolescence, divorce, blended families, parenting and the family in the later life.
  
  • PSY 6360 - Preparing for Community Practice

    (3 units)
    A preparation and screening for community-based field training designed to facilitate integration of foundational conceptual, perceptual, executive, evaluative, and professional skills for providing clinical services to individuals, couples, and families. This course utilizes clinical role-plays to assist in preparing for field training including systemic clinical assessment and collaborative, systemic treatment planning. Topics include public service delivery and support systems, case management, wraparound services, and interdisciplinary relations.
  
  • PSY 6409 - Pro-Seminar in Consulting Psychology

    (3 units)
    This course is an intensive overview of the field of consulting psychology including a review of the empirical research issues in the field. Students intensively and broadly review the consulting psychology literature (including individual, group and organizational theories), learn the major theories and research body in the field and consider research still needed to enhance the practice of the profession of consulting psychology.
    Prerequisites: Current enrollment in Consulting Psychology program or permission of instructor and of campus-based CSPP-OP Program Director
  
  • PSY 6413 - Consulting Psychology Consultation Group

    (1 unit)
    In this course Consulting Psychology PhD students continue the process of developing their professional identity as psychologists. They attend selected on campus and professional meetings. They continue to learn to use relevant technology and software, becoming conversant with relevant websites and learning to interact with professionals and professionals-in-training in other locations. They assist in relevant Organizational Consulting Center projects, including proposal development and working in teams.
  
  • PSY 6433 - Introduction to Professional Practice in Consulting Psychology

    (1 unit)
    This course is an introduction to professional practice issues in consulting psychology. Some of the parameters governing professional psychological practice of consulting psychology will be reviewed, including ethical guidelines and professional standards. Students also attend selected on campus and professional meetings. They learn to make professional presentations using relevant software and to use relevant technology and software.
  
  • PSY 6450 - Theories of Personality and Psychotherapy

    (2 units)
    This course presents a contemporary integral approach to personality and psychotherapy theories and practices, an overview of major traditional theoretical forces in theories of psychotherapy, and new forces in the evolution of psychotherapy. 
  
  • PSY 6501 - Intellectual Assessment

    (3 units)
    Introduction to theory and practice of cognitive and intellectual assessment of children, adolescents and adults. Students gain proficiency in the administration, scoring and interpretation of major individually administered tests, most notably the Wechsler Intelligence Scales. Emphasizes interpretation of intelligence test scores in contexts of clinical observations of behavior, background information, multicultural issues and theory (developmental, cognitive, neuropsychological). IQ results are integrated with test scores on other measures (e.g., achievement, visual-motor). Case report writing, meaningful translation of test scores and issues of test bias, test abuse and test security are emphasized.
    Prerequisites: Clinical program enrollment
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6502 - Practicum in Intelligence Testing

    (1 unit)
    Practicum experience that must be taken concurrently with PSY 6501.
  
  • PSY 6503 - Personality Assessment I (Objective)

    (3 units)
    Development of skills in evaluating and using objective personality tests such as the MMPI, MCMI, and CBCL. Emphasis on test methodologies, relating test results to other clinical information, clinical inference, report writing, and cultural issues.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6501 and PSY 6523
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6503a - Personality Assessment I

    (3.5 units)
    Some programs require a year long personality assessment sequence including both PSY6503 and PSY6504. These courses, referred to as PSY6503a & PSY6504a involve an integration of both objective/self- report with projective/performance personality testing in both semesters.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6504 - Personality Assessment II (Projective)

    (3 units)
    Administration, scoring, and interpretation of the Rorschach and other projective instruments. Test methodologies, cultural issues, relating test results to other clinical information, clinical inference, and report writing are emphasized.
    Prerequisites: PSY 6501, PSY 6503, and PSY 6523
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6504a - Personality Assessment II

    (3.5 units)
    Some programs require a year-long personality assessment sequence including both PSY6503 and PSY6504. These courses, referred to as PSY6503a & PSY6504a involve an integration of both objective/self-report with projective/performance personality testing in both semesters.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6505 - Personality Assessment:

    (3 units)
    The administration, scoring and interpretation of objective measures of personality. Emphasis on test methodologies, relating test results to other clinical information, clinical inference, report writing and cultural issues.
    Prerequisites: Clinical program enrollment, PSY 6501 and PSY 6523
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6506 - Personality Assessment:

    (3 units)
    Development of competence in the administration, scoring and interpretation of the Rorschach and other projective instruments. Test methodologies, cultural issues, relation of test results to other clinical information, clinical inference and report writing are emphasized.
    Prerequisites: Clinical program enrollment, PSY 6501 and PSY 6503
    PSY 6523 may be taken concurrently.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6507 - Basic Foundations of Clinical Practice

    (3 units)
    Basic foundations course examining and integrating the following topics over the year. The topics are as follows: Cognitive Affective Processes, Psychopathology, Microcounseling Skills w/lab and Models of Intervention.
  
  • PSY 6508 - Basic Foundations of Clinical Practice

    (3 units)
    Basic foundations course examining and integrating the following topics over the year. The topics are as follows: Cognitive Affective Processes, Psychopathology, Microcounseling Skills w/lab and Models of Intervention.
  
  • PSY 6509 - Supervision Experience

    (0 units)
    First year students participate in a reciprocal learning experience with a third year student, who has been assigned by the Supervision Seminar instructor. The first year student meets with the faculty instructors of the Supervision Seminar Class during the fall semester to accomplish the match of first and third year students. During the second semester the matched supervisor-supervisee meet weekly to examine clinical materials an adjunct to the supervision provided by the first year student’s field placement agency.
  
  • PSY 6510 - Supervision Experience

    (0 units)
    First year students participate in a reciprocal learning experience with a third year student, who has been assigned by the Supervision Seminar instructor. The first year student meets with the faculty instructors of the Supervision Seminar Class during the fall semester to accomplish the match of first and third year students. During the second semester the matched supervisor-supervisee meet weekly to examine clinical materials an adjunct to the supervision provided by the first year student’s field placement agency.
  
  • PSY 6511 - PsyD Supervision Experience

    (0 units)
    First year PsyD students participate in a reciprocal learning experience with an advanced student for weekly individual supervision of the first-year practicum. The first year student will have a different supervisor each semester. This supervision is adjunctive to the supervision provided by the first year student’s filed placement agency.
    (San Diego, PsyD students)
  
  • PSY 6512 - Psychological Assessment I: Cognitive Personality

    (3 units)
    This course focuses on the theoretical underpinnings and on the administration, scoring, and interpretation of current measures of intellectual and cognitive functioning.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6512a - Psychological Assessment II: Personality

    (3 units)
    This course focuses on personality and emotional assessment with objective and projective measures.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6513 - Personality Assessment II Practicum

    (1 unit)
    (San Diego)
    Must be taken concurrently with PSY 6504.
    Please note there is a mandatory lab assessment fee for this course.
  
  • PSY 6514 - Writing Workshop

    (2 units)
    Opportunities are provided for students to prepare for writing the dissertation and similar scholarly and professional presentations. Practice with outlining, developing and presenting ideas, revising and editing. Individual writing problems are identified and discussed. Required for students whose skills in writing need improvement as determined by diagnostic exam at entry to program.
  
  • PSY 6517 - Intro to Psychotherapy with Lab

    (3 units)
    PsyD students are introduced to the ethical and legal issues involved in the practice of psychotherapy, major approaches to psychotherapy and comparative analysis of theories of change in the psychotherapeutic process. Prerequisite to other psychotherapy courses.
  
  • PSY 6518 - Principles of Psychotherapy

    (3 units)
    Students in the PhD program are introduced to the ethical and legal issues involved in the practice of psychotherapy, major approaches to psychotherapy and comparative analysis of theories of change in the psychotherapeutic process. Prerequisite to other psychotherapy courses. A systematic, representative and synoptic overview of major approaches to psychotherapy and the core issues they address. Deals with the historical development of schools of psychotherapy as well as the theoretical and practical stances they adopt on central issues.
  
  • PSY 6519 - Introduction to Psychotherapy

    (3 units)
    This course is designed as an overview of major theoretical approaches to personality development and psychopathology, including theory and principles of behavior change. The course, which covers psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, family systems and integrative perspectives, will be divided into four corresponding segments: Psycho-dynamic/Psychoanalytic Theory; Family Systems Theory; and Integrative Psychotherapy & the Impact of Integral Theory.
  
  • PSY 6520 - Introduction to Psychotherapy

    (2 units)
    This course is designed as an introduction to the psychotherapeutic process. It embraces both the theoretical bases of psychotherapy and its practical expression. The principal thrust will be the development of a soundly based understanding of therapeutic intervention. Students are expected to gain an understanding of the basic concepts of psychotherapy including: essential therapeutic skills, stages of psychotherapy, the difference between process and content, the relationship of diagnosis to treatment planning, evaluation of outcomes, values and ethics, and the implication of diversity to treatment.
    Alternate title: Intro to Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Practice
  
  • PSY 6521 - Introduction to Psychotherapy Practicum

    (1 unit)
    An interactional laboratory. Students practice therapeutic strategies and techniques discussed in PSY 6520. Includes use of videotapes, demonstrations and triads.
    Must be taken concurrently with PSY 6520 with same instructor.
  
  • PSY 6522 - Introduction to Emphasis Area

    (3 units)
    (Topics vary)

    1. Introduction to Psychodynamic Psychology
      An introduction to basic psychoanalytic concepts, theories and techniques. Weekly lectures by local psychoanalysts, faculty and psychologists involved with analysis.
    2. Multicultural and Community Psychology
      Seminars featuring speakers who are practitioners, researchers and policymakers in areas relating to multicultural issues.
    3. Psychology of Women/Feminist Forum
      Students and faculty expand and articulate their professional identities by considering the practice of psychotherapy, research, teaching/training, consultation, program planning and leadership development from a feminist perspective. Guest speakers enrich participants’ knowledge and perspective.

  
  • PSY 6522 - Introduction to Emphasis Area: Psychology of Women/Feminist Forum

    (1 unit)
    Students and faculty expand and articulate their professional identities by considering the practice of psychotherapy, research, teaching/training, consultation, program planning and leadership development from a feminist perspective. Guest speakers enrich participants’ knowledge and perspective.
  
  • PSY 6523 - Advanced Psychopathology

    (3 units)
    Diagnosis, classification and etiology of psychological disorders: research, theory and application. Covers DSM-5 and other classification systems, multiaxial diagnosis, roles of society, culture and biology. Meta-issues surrounding the diagnostic enterprise, the development of psychopathology and treatment will be explored.
  
  • PSY 6524 - Theories of Personality, Pathology and Psychotherapy: Psychoanalytic

    (3 units)
    Comprehensive overview of psychoanalytic theory as an integrated model of personality. Various stages of Freud’s thoughts, as well as the emergence of later key theoretical modifications such as ego psychology, object relations, and self psychology theory will be reviewed. The continuing growth and refinement of the psychoanalytic model and interpretation of new clinical and research findings. Also covers diagnostic nomenclature, contemporary psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychopathology from a psychodynamic framework.
  
  • PSY 6525 - Theories of Personality, Pathology and Psychotherapy: Behavioral/Social Learning

    (3 units)
    Social learning approaches to personality development and function including applications of classical and operant conditioning as well as observational learning and contemporary cognitive learning theorists such as Rotter, Bandura, Mischel and Seligman. Also covers social learning approaches to understanding personality deviance and change, including theory and principles of behavior modification.
  
  • PSY 6526 - Theories of Personality, Pathology and Psychotherapy: Existential

    (3 units)
    Existential and phenomenological contributions to clinical theory and practice. Key concepts of Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Sartre and Buber as related to the work of Binswanger, Rogers, May and Frankl are presented. These contributions reflect an image of the person that differs from the orthodox psychoanalytic and behavioral perspectives.
  
  • PSY 6528 - Observation and Interviewing

    (3 units)
    Designed to provide a practical foundation in observation and interviewing skills. Includes clinical, social, organizational and research perspectives. Also includes external supervision.
  
  • PSY 6529 - Clinical Interviewing

    (3 units)
    Techniques of diagnostic and therapeutic interviewing with a variety of client populations. Principles of note-taking and case record maintenance. Includes experiential exercises to increase mastery of the principles of the initial interview as the precursor to intervention strategies.
  
  • PSY 6530 - Intro to Ethical Practice and Law

    (2 units)
    The study of ethical issues relevant to the practice of professional and scientific psychology. The course includes a discussion of the APA’s ethical guidelines for psychologists as well as laws and practices relevant to psychology. A basic introductory course on the ethical practice of psychology.
  
  • PSY 6530A - Introduction to Ethical Practice and Law

    (1 unit)
    The course is intended to acquaint students with current ethical principles and standards of practice for psychologists, including the state and federal laws governing the practice of psychology, whether as to psychotherapy, assessment, research, publishing, teaching, or addressing the needs of diverse populations.  Emphasis will be placed on the primary professional issues affecting practicing psychologists.
  
  • PSY 6531 - Ethics and Professional Development A

    (1 unit)
    Discussion of multiple issues integrating academic work and professional practice in relation to the development of professional judgment, positive interpersonal skills and attitudes.
  
  • PSY 6532 - Ethics and Professional Development B

    (1 unit)
    Discussion of multiple issues integrating academic work and professional practice in relation to the development of professional judgment, positive interpersonal skills and attitudes.
  
  • PSY 6533 - Clinical Interviewing II

    (3 units)
    This course introduces graduates to techniques of diagnostic and therapeutic interviewing with a variety of client populations.
  
  • PSY 6534 - Advanced Psychopathology B

    (3 units)
    The purpose of the course is for students to be able to utilize interviewing skills, mental status exam, DSM‑5, and ICD to generate and evaluate diagnostic possibilities, derive a diagnosis, and to be able to place this diagnosis into a broader conceptualization of the client(s).  Emphasis will be on a case formulation approach to understanding diverse clients.  Numerous case examples will be used to highlight interviewing, diagnosis, and case formulation.
    Prerequisites: Advanced Psychopathology A
  
  • PSY 6540 - Family Systems Theory

    (3 units)
    The relationship of the individual to the family. Topics include: family life cycles, parenting, psychopathology and the family, non-traditional families, ethnic issues and family evaluation and research.
  
  • PSY 6541 - First Year Practicum

    (1 unit)
    An 8-10 hour/week field experience for first year PsyD program students. May include a variety of activities such as voluntary community service or casework in a community agency to be arranged by CSPP.
    Concurrent enrollment required in PSY 6543 and PSY 6544.
  
  • PSY 6542 - Practicum I

    (2 units per year)
    An 8-10 hour/week field experience for first year PsyD program students. May include a variety of activities such as voluntary community service or casework in a community agency to be arranged by CSPP.
    Concurrent enrollment required in PSY 6543 and PSY 6544.
  
  • PSY 6543 - Introduction to Professional Psychology

    (0 units)
    This year long consultation group in professional development, which provides an introduction to the professional practice of psychology endorsed by our practitioner training program, is focused on the students’ Practicum I experience. An emphasis is placed on how students can prepare themselves for changing roles in professional psychology and for developing multicultural competence in those roles.
    Concurrent enrollment required in PSY 6541 and PSY 6542.
  
  • PSY 6543A - CPW Introduction to Doctoral Level Professional Psychology

    (0 units)
    This is a year-long consultation group in professional development which combines an introduction to the discipline and professional practice of psychology as exemplified in the practitioner training program leading to the PsyD degree at CSPP-SF. General issues to support an understanding and appreciation of the PsyD degree to include the local clinical scientist model and multicultural competencies, concerns specific to the program such as the field placement and dissertation process, and personal professional development are addressed in this course. The last 30 minutes of each class will include open consultation on clinical issues arising in field placements.
  
  • PSY 6543B - CPW Introduction to Doctoral Level Professional Psychology

    (0 units)
    This is a year-long consultation group in professional development which combines an introduction to the discipline and professional practice of psychology as exemplified in the practitioner training program leading to the PsyD degree at CSPP-SF. General issues to support an understanding and appreciation of the PsyD degree to include the local clinical scientist model and multicultural competencies, concerns specific to the program such as the field placement and dissertation process, and personal professional development are addressed in this course. The last 30 minutes of each class will include open consultation on clinical issues arising in field placements.
  
  • PSY 6544 - Introduction to Professional Psychology

    (0 units)
    This year long consultation group in professional development, which provides an introduction to the professional practice of psychology endorsed by our practitioner training program, is focused on the students’ Practicum I experience. An emphasis is placed on how students can prepare themselves for changing roles in professional psychology and for developing multicultural competence in those roles.
    Concurrent enrollment required in PSY 6541 and PSY 6542.
  
  • PSY 6545 - Practicum I

    (3 units)
  
  • PSY 6545A - Practicum I

    (2 units)
    16-20 hours/week at an agency setting provided by the school (minimum of 800 hours total required). Required each semester of Clinical Psychology PhD students who are enrolled in the second year of the standard program.
 

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