Psychology Course Descriptions

ENC llO- English Composition I

3.0 Credits

This course will teach the students skills in analyzing the rhetoric of prose passages in composing & writing essays in various rhetorical modes, with a strong emphasis on expository, analytical, and argumentative writing as well as personal and reflective writing. Research methods and library skills will be introduced, and a documented paper is required.

 

PSY l 10 -General Psychology I

3.0 Credits

A broad overview of the general field and fundamental principles of psychology is provided in this course. All topics offer application of information to real life settings, as well as a better understanding of the individual as a learner.

 

SOC llO – Sociology I

3.0 Credits

This course reviews definitions of sociology then explores social systems of the family and the community. It further examines religious beliefs and cultural norms both globally and locally.

 

COM 220 – Communications

3.0 Credits

This course introduces the concepts of communication and the importance of communication skills in their professional and personal lives

 

MAC 110 – College Algebra

3.0 Credits

This course develops the students’ understanding of mathematical methods and further explores the application of Algebra to Healthcare. It introduces the student to data analysis.

 

HCC lOO – Health Science Core

3.0 Credits

This course includes the introduction of basic concepts and skills generic to all health care professionals. It includes an orientation to school, program, study and test taking skills, the health care delivery systems, communication skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, wellness and diseases, safety and security, emergency situations, computer literacy, and medical terminology, knowledge of bloodborne diseases including HIV/AIDS. Infection control Provider CPR (BLS), first aide, monitoring and recording vital signs, and domestic violence, are  presented

CMP150-0ffice Technology

3.0 Credits

Students in this course learn how to operate, connect and maintain office technology including computers, routers, software systems, e-fax, cloud storage, mobile devices and other critical office technologies.

 

HCC290 – Healthcare Law & Ethics

3.0 Credits

Students in this course study the state and federal laws pertaining to healthcare. This courses places emphasis on legal and ethics based case studies and understanding laws and ethical standards surrounding patient confidentiality, patient care practice, employee and institutional responsibilities.

BSC 2093C – Anatomy & Physiology I

3.5 Credits

An introduction to the structure and functions of the human body is provided. Topics include chemistry, histology, and study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. A grade of C or higher is required for this course to be used as a General Education course.

 

BSC295- Medical Terminology

3.0 Credits

The study of medical terminology introduces students to the language of medicine. Students will gain an understanding of basic elements, rules of building and analyzing medical words, and medical terms associated with the body as a whole.

 

ENC210-English Composition II

3.0 Credits

Pre-requisite: ENCl 10

This course continues studies in analyzing the rhetoric of prose passages in composing & writing essays in various rhetorical modes, with a strong emphasis on expository, analytical, and argumentative writing as well as personal and reflective writing. Research methods and library skills will be introduced, and a documented paper is required.

 

PSY210 General Psychology II

3.0 Credits

This course continues to cover the general field and fundamental principles of psychology is provided in this course. All topics offer application of information to real life settings, as well as a better understanding of the individual as a learner.

 

SOC210- Sociology II

3.0 Credits

This course continues its discussion on definitions of sociology, exploring social systems of the family and the community. Itfurther continues examination religious beliefs and cultural norms both globally and locally, and the societal impact of both

 

COM240 – Public Speaking

3.0 Credits

Students in this course will build public speaking skills by studying different types of speeches and performing speeches they’ve developed on different topics throughout the course.

 

ENC250 -Research Writing

3.0 Credits

Pre-requisite:  ENC210

Students in this course will develop college research skills and associated writing techniques and mechanisms which support research writing. Students will learn APA 7 citation formats in this course.

 

CMP150-0ffice Technology

3.0 Credits

Students in this course learn how to operate, connect and maintain office technology including computers, routers, software systems, e-fax, cloud storage, mobile devices and other critical

office technologies.

 

HCC290 – Healthcare Law & Ethics

3.0 Credits

Students in this course study the state and federal laws pertaining to healthcare. This course places emphasis on legal and ethics-based case studies and understanding laws and ethical standards surrounding patient confidentiality, patient care practice, employee and institutional responsibilities

 

HUM300

3.0 Credits

Understanding Faith & Metaphysical Thought

In this course, students will study the origins of faith, common principles, and practices across cultures and timelines. Students will gain an understanding of its power in the individual, family unit, and community.

 

HUM310

3.0 Credits

Transcultural Communication

Students in this course will understand the purpose of cultural study for appropriate intra-cultural communication and transcultural understanding.

 

BSC1050 – General Biology

3.5 Credits

This course focuses on the scientific study of the biological, psychological, and social changes, which occur over the human life span from conception until death. Topics addressed in this course include the effects of heredity and culture on human behavior and mental processes during prenatal development, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.

 

PSY300 – Organizational Behavior

3.0 Credits

This course provides a comprehensive analysis of individual and group behavior in organizations. Its purpose is to provide an understanding of how organizations can be managed more effectively and at the same time enhance the quality of employees work life.

 

PSY310 – Social Psychology

3.0 Credits

Pre-requisites: PSY 300

This is a study of the ways in which others influence the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of the individual in a social world. The course addresses social cognition or the perceptions and evaluations of the self and others in social situations, and how other people affect the psychological reactions of the individual.

 

PSY330

3.0 Credits

Developmental Psychology

An examination of human development across the lifespan from conception to death includes the integration of the biological, cognitive, and social processes which influence human behavior.

 

PSY340 Abnormal Psychology

3.0 Credits

This is a study of common mental and behavioral disorders including the causes, classification, and treatment of these disorders. The impacts of these disorders on contemporary society are also discussed.

 

PSY350 – Personality Theory

3.0 Credits

This course introduces the student to varied theories of personality including the philosophy, the development of the theory, the research methodology, and the assessment. Interpretation of the theory and therapeutic approaches are also discussed.

 

PSY360 – Criminal Behavior

3.0 Credits

Criminal psychology also referred to as criminological psychology, is the study of the views, thoughts, intentions, actions, and reactions of criminals and all who participate in criminal behavior. Criminal psychology is related to the field of criminal anthropology.

 

PSY370 – Educational Psychology

3.0 Credits

This is a survey course that introduces the student to broad substantive areas related to the study of psychology in education. It involves the knowledge and application of psychological principles in educational settings and their effect on learners and teachers within these settings.

 

PSY380 – Research Methods in Psychology

3.0 Credits

This course provides an in-depth study of the basic methodology in psychological research. The scientific method and its application to empirical research will be studied through the analysis of scholarly research literature and individual student empirical research projects.

 

PSY400

3.0 Credits

Psychological Measurements

This course introduces the student to the essentials of testing and assessment in both educational and counseling settings. The principles of test development which include test validity, test reliability, and test score interpretation are studied. Commonly used assessment techniques in counseling are also covered and include the preparation of a client assessment report.

 

PSY420

3.0 Credits

Statistics in Psychological Research

This is a continuation course from PS 338 which presents statistical techniques used with psychological research methodology. In addition to the computation of descriptive, correlational, and some inferential statistics, students will learn the application and interpretation of these statistics in empirical research.

 

 

PSY 435 – Human Sexuality

3.0 Credits

An examination of the role of sexuality in the lives of children, adolescents, young and older adults in different cultural contexts.

 

PSY440

3.0 Credits

History and Systems of Psychology A study of the historical and philosophical foundations of psychology, with an emphasis on classical theoretical perspectives. This course offers a knowledge base of how the discipline of psychology evolved from the merging of religion, philosophy, science, and biology. This includes structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt, psychoanalysis, phenomenological/ existential, and positive psychology.

 

PSY445

3.0 Credits

Health Psychology

This course represents the contemporary climate of the discipline of psychology as interfacing the biological and social sciences and is an area of specialization in the American Psychological Association (APA).

 

PSY 450 – Coaching Principles and Practices

3.0 Credits

Coaching uncovers new perspectives and awareness. Students in this course will learn about the principles of coaching other people professionally, and how coaches act as conduits to insight, which leads clients to more options, which in tum leads to a desire to take action and change.

 

PSY460

3.0 Credits

Counseling Psychology I

This course provides an overview of contemporary theories of counseling with an emphasis on the practical applications associated with each orientation. A theoretical approach as well as supervised applied experience in the fundamental skills of individual and group counseling.

 

PSY465

3.0 Credits

Counseling Psychology II

Students in this course continue their overview of contemporary theories of counseling. A theoretical approach as well as supervised applied experience in the fundamental skills of individual and group counseling.

 

PSY470

3.0 Credits

Cognitive Psychology I

An exploration of theory and research in psychological, physiological, behavioral aspects of attention, memory, complex human learning, and problem-solving.

 

PSY475

3.0 Credits

Cognitive Psychology II

In this course, students continue their study of theory and research in psychological, physiological, behavioral aspects of attention, memory, complex human learning, and problem

solving.

 

PSY480

3.0 Credits

Psychology of Aging

A comprehensive exploration of the theories, methods, and research in the study of human aging. This includes age-related changes in social, cognitive, and emotional functioning.

 

PSY490

3.0 Credits

Psychology Thesis Development

This course focuses on the practical application of the scientific method in psychological research, leading to the written and oral presentation of the Bachelor’s thesis in psychology. Students are also required to pass the senior comprehensive exit exam to be successful in this course.

 

PSY495

6.0 Credits

Psychology Field Work Capstone

This course is designed to provide students with practical experiences in clinical services provided by private, city, and state agencies in the area. Submission of weekly progress reports and weekly journals in the format provided and signed by the supervisor, a portfolio, and reaction/reflection paper are required. Students begin seeking their practical experiences with organizations in the region upon completion of the second year of academic training.