Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 
    
    May 04, 2024  
Graduate Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


  

 

Marketing

  
  • MKTG 8305 - Marketing Strategies and Policies

    3 hrs
    Strategic planning for domestic and international market problems and effective direction and control of marketing operations and strategies of the firm. Emphasis on managing the marketing function within the organizational structure.
  
  • MKTG 8310 - Marketing Analytics

    3 hrs

    Prepares managers with the abilities to identify and to quantify competitive advantages that emanate from leveraged analytics. Students will gain keen insight into frameworks which enable them to address marketing strategies; and employ marketing analytics in order to make data-driven decisions. Topics covered include quantifying consumer value, preference measurements, attitudinal and behavioral market segmentation, consumer targeting, product management and pricing. Emphasizes realworld applications that involve frameworks, cases, short assignments and action learning exercises.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission in the MS in Business Analytics Degree
    Fee: $25.

  
  • MKTG 8319 - Marketing Communications Strategy

    3 hrs
    Examines the concept of Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) strategy in successfully communicating the brand concept and product/service benefits to a customer group. Topics specifically examined include the advertising strategy, publicity and public relations, mass media considerations, sales force design and management, reseller support through sales promotions, and the analysis of communication strategies, including the internet.
    Prerequisite: MGMT 8347 .
  
  • MKTG 8320 - International Marketing

    3 hrs
    Examines the challenge of entering and operating effectively in foreign markets. Decisions must be made on objectives, strategies, market selection, adaptation of products, logistics, communication channels and message structure, and systems of marketing organization and control. Cultural issues are emphasized. Requires development of a marketing plan.
    Prerequisite: MKTG 8305 .
  
  • MKTG 8342 - Special Studies in Marketing

    3 hrs
    Covers in-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. Course may be repeated for credit when topics vary.
    Prerequisite: Varies by topic.

Mathematics Education

  
  • MTED 6210 - Topics in Mathematics Education

    2 hrs
    Concepts in mathematics for the classroom teacher, emphasizes real world applications. Topics and skills aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary.
  
  • MTED 6309 - Algebra for Teachers

    3 hrs
    An overview of algebraic topics across the TEKS and high-school algebra. A detailed development of selected topics, including applications and history. Topics include: Patterns and relationships, families of functions, linear and non-linear equations, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and determinants. Applications and explorations are modeled through the use of technology.
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • MTED 6310 - Topics in Mathematics Education

    3 hrs
    Concepts in mathematics for the classroom teacher, emphasizes real world applications. Topics and skills aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary.
  
  • MTED 6311 - Geometry for Teachers

    3 hrs
    The historical development of geometric ideas through the ages; topics in Euclidean geometry; transformational geometry; and non-Euclidean geometries including fractal and projective Geometry. Recent developments on content and methods for the teaching of Geometry. Computer software is used to provide a technology-rich environment for the learning of geometry.
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
  
  • MTED 6312 - Probability and Statistics for Teachers

    3 hrs
    Overview of probability and data analysis topics across the TEKS. Topics include probability exploratory data analysis, simulation, sampling, development of continuous distributions and their properties, correlations and regression, hypothesis testing, topics from non-parametric methods, and modern uses of statistics. Study of modern educational technology and software used in statistics and probability applications.
    Prerequisite: MTED 6309  or consent of instructor.
  
  • MTED 6313 - Concepts of Calculus

    3 hrs
    An integrated study of the major concepts of differential and integral calculus and their applications. Prepares teachers to incorporate pre-calculus foundational ideas into lower level mathematics and science courses. Students cannot receive credit for this course if they have credit in MATH 2412 or MATH 4311.
    Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
  
  • MTED 6314 - Problem Solving for Teachers

    3 hrs
    The heuristics of problem solving and problem posing, applications, recreational mathematics and mathematical modeling. Development of banks of problems at various levels and selected from geometry, measurement, number theory, probability, statistics, and algebra.
    Prerequisite: At least six hours of MTED courses or consent of the instructor.
  
  • MTED 6315 - Current Issues and Research in School Mathematics

    3 hrs
    A thorough review of the literature on experimental and exemplary programs, results of recent national, state and local assessments of students’ achievement in schools, and current research related to the teaching and learning of mathematics, the TEKS and the NCTM Standards for school mathematics.
    Prerequisite: At least six hours of MTED courses or consent of the instructor.
  
  • MTED 6316 - History of Mathematics

    3 hrs
    Historical development of mathematics and the study of various philosophies of mathematics.
    Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor MTED 6316 both cannot be counted.
  
  • MTED 6410 - Topics in Mathematics Education

    4 hrs
    Concepts in mathematics for the classroom teacher; emphasizes real world applications. Topics and skills aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. May be repeated once for credit when topics vary.

Nonprofit Management

  
  • NPMT 8300 - Becoming an Effective Executive Director

    3 hrs
    This course will cover the unique environment that leaders and managers of nonprofits encounter. Topics covered include: Understanding your leadership style; leading volunteers, employee motivation and satisfaction, productivity and performance management.
  
  • NPMT 8301 - Professional Project

    3 hrs
    At the beginning of the MSNPM, the student along with the instructor will determine a project that will be developed throughout the program. The final project will be presented formally to the instructor and fellow students through an online process for discussion and interaction. The project is to cover components addressed throughout the program and will emphasize effective and efficient management of a nonprofit organization. Students will follow the Action Research approach: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Presentation.
  
  • NPMT 8305 - Marketing for Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    This course will cover the various functions of marketing. It will address methods to effectively manage and implement a marketing budget and strategy.
    Prerequisite: NPMT 8300 .
  
  • NPMT 8307 - Talent Volunteer and Diversity Management in Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    The crucial factors of hiring volunteers and staff to support the nonprofits organizations functions are part of the course. Managing a diverse paid staff and volunteer personnel as a primary role of the Executive Director is also covered, including appropriate evaluation and promotion plans.
  
  • NPMT 8310 - Finance Accounting for Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    Emphasizes the development of skills necessary for sound financial decision making within a nonprofit. Includes financial ratio analysis, capital budgeting, risk and return analysis, and financial forecasting.
    Prerequisite(s): NPMT 8300 , NPMT 8305 .
  
  • NPMT 8311 - Social Media and Information Technology for Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    Various uses of social media and information technology to support and promote the operations of nonprofit organizations are addressed. The specific types of social media and their application to inter-and-intra-organizational communication, marketing, and planning are discussed through case studies and qualitative research.
  
  • NPMT 8312 - Grant Writing and Fund Raising in Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    The basics of grant writing and effective fundraising techniques specific to nonprofit organizations are part of the course. Traditional and nontraditional methods of raising funds, as well as regulatory essentials will augment the basics.
  
  • NPMT 8314 - Quality and Risk Management of Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    Quality management methods to ensure the consistency of a nonprofit organization are covered. Includes discussions on the means to achieve product and service quality. The practice of identifying potential risks, analyzing them, and taking precautionary steps to avoid or minimize risk are addressed as well.
  
  • NPMT 8315 - Operations and Administration of Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    This course will address how to effectively integrate the numerous functional areas/activities of a nonprofit, such as Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Marketing, etc. Other areas covered included Project Management, Lean Management, and Six Sigma.
    Prerequisite(s): NPMT 8300 , NPMT 8305 , NPMT 8310 .
  
  • NPMT 8320 - The Legal and Ethical Elements of Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    Legal and ethical study of business with the focus on the nonprofit sector. Specifically, the judicial system, cost of litigation vs. alternative dispute resolution techniques, and current issues at the federal and state level in areas such as contracts, torts, product liability, deceptive trade, property, business enterprises, electronic commerce, employment and international law. Focus on ethical dilemmas faced in today’s business environment.
    Prerequisite(s): NPMT 8300 , NPMT 8305 , NPMT 8315 .
  
  • NPMT 8322 - Board Governance

    3 hrs
    The essential elements of Board of Director’s composition, expected requirements, functions, and responsibilities are covered. The importance of fiscal and fiduciary Board members roles is addressed, as well as the interaction of an Executive Director with Board members through effective communication and delineating responsibilities of both entities.
  
  • NPMT 8324 - Project Management, Change Management, and Strategic Management of Nonprofits

    3 hrs
    An integrative capstone course to be taken in the final semester. Examines the role of top management in creating a vision for the enterprise and integrating resources to achieve a competitive advantage in carrying out its mission. Focuses on total enterprise objectives with society values and a global economy.
    Prerequisite(s): NPMT 8300 , NPMT 8305 , NPMT 8310 , NPMT 8315 , NPMT 8320 .

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 7315 - Social Justice

    3 hrs
    Study of philosophical work that develop a holistic understanding of social justice through the critical examination of issues concerning justice obligations, in the national and international domains, to oppressed and indigent groups and nations, to future generations, and to the natural world.

Psychology

  
  • PSYC 6190 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    1 hr
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6290 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    2 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6321 - Psychological Measurement and Evaluation

    3 hrs
    Study of the construction of measurement instruments, including specification of the test purpose, generation of the form and content of test items, item try-out and analysis, standardization of test administration and scoring procedures, assessment of test reliability and validity, and establishment of test norms.
    Fee: $25.
  
  • PSYC 6322 - Psychological Assessment

    3 hrs
    Assessment of individuals through interpretation and integration of most frequently used measures of personality and various other diagnostic screening instruments that examine depression, anxiety, and social factor impact.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6321 , PSYC 6342  or SPED 6345  
    Fee: $75.
  
  • PSYC 6324 - Achievement Testing in Individualized Assessment

    3 hrs
    Overview of recommended norm reference test of individual achievement. Covers individualized administration scoring, interpretation and report writing for diagnostic purpose and academic program planning. Discusses formal and informal procedures and processes involved in psychoeducational testing and implications for intervention.
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 6326 - Latina/o Psychology

    3 hrs
    Overview of historical foundations of contemporary Latino psychologies and current state of knowledge in Latino psychology research and practice. Emphasis on issues such as acculturative stress, oppression and discrimination, culture-bound values, ethnicity and ethnic identity development, and gender issues. Students will examine personal attitudes, experiences, and beliefs as they relate to the competent and ethical delivery of services to Latino populations. (Note: This course is taught in Spanish).
    Prerequisite: PSYC 6370  or facility in oral Spanish as determined by the OLLU Oral Proficiency Assessment.
    Offered: Fall.
  
  • PSYC 6327 - Psychosocial Support at the Borderlands

    3 hrs


    Transdisciplinary study of Latin American conceptual, theoretical and methodological innovations of response to social suffering. Undertaking of the development of responses of care to address human problems endured by Latin American communities living in the U.S. at the borderlands of political, cultural, social, historical, economic, linguistic, and institutional power. Emphasis on practices of psychosocial acompanamiento when working with individuals, couples, families and communities of Latin American decent. (Course is taught in Spanish)

    Estudio transdisciplinario de atención al sufrimiento social desde conceptualizaciones, teorías e innovaciones metodológicas Latinoamericanas. Desarrollar respuestas de atención con interés de abordar problemas humanos sobrellevados por comunidades Latinoamericanas en E.E.U.U. en las fronteras políticas, culturales, sociales, históricas, económicas, lingüísticas y de poder institucional. Énfasis en las prácticas de acompañamiento psicosocial al trabajar con personas individuales, parejas, familias y comunidades de orígenes Latinoamericanos. (Este curso es dictado en Español)
    Prerequisite(s): Facility in oral Spanish as determined by the OLLU Oral Proficiency Assessment.

    Pre-requisito: Facilidad oral en Español determinada a través de la Evaluación de Aptitud Oral en Español de OLLU.

  
  • PSYC 6332 - Bilingual Assessment

    3 hrs


    Assessment of individuals through interpretation and integration of most frequently used measures of multicultural assessment. Course will focus on best practices in assessment of individuals from a multi-cultural/multi-linguistic background.

    Evaluación de personas por medio de la interpretación e integración de medidas de evaluación multicultural utilizadas con mayor frecuencia. El curso se enfocará en mejores prácticas en la evaluación de personas de procedencia multicultural y multilingüe.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6321 , PSYC 6322  or consent of instructor.
    Fee: $50.

  
  • PSYC 6342 - Psycho-educational Assessment: Cognitive Testing

    3 hrs
    Training in administration, scoring, interpretation and report writing. Overview and use of various batteries and instruments used for measuring cognitive ability of children and adults. Overview of the relationship between ability and achievement in psycho-educational measurement.
    Prerequisites: PSYC 6321  or SPED 6345 .
    Fee: $75.
  
  • PSYC 6348 - Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

    3 hrs
    Assessment of individuals through interpretation and integration of the most frequently used measures of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Social Skills and Sensory Integration Assessments.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6321 , PSYC 6322 , PSYC 6342 , PSYC 7333 .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 6358 - Life Planning and Career Development

    3 hrs
    Vocational choice theory, career choice and lifestyle, sources of occupational and educational information and career decision-making processes. Includes a personal career assessment battery.
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 6365 - Adult Learning: Theories and Techniques

    3 hrs
    Examination of the principles of learning as they apply to the adult in the non-academic setting; emphasis on methods of program design and implementation.
  
  • PSYC 6370 - Professional Technical Spanish

    3 hrs


    Spanish vocabulary and language skills needed for working in mental health settings. Focus on proficiency required for conducting psychotherapy and psychological assessments with Spanish dominant populations; and for professional presentations.

    Vocabulario en Español y destrezas lingüísticas requeridas para trabajar en área de la salud mental. Énfasis en el dominio del idioma requerido para el ejercicio de la psicoterapia y evaluaciones psicológicas con comunidades cuya lengua predominante es el Español; y para ponencias profesionales.
    Prerequisite: Facility in oral Spanish determined by the OLLU Spanish Oral Proficiency Assessment.

    Pre-requisito: Facilidad oral en Español determinada a través de la Evaluación de Aptitud Oral en Español de OLLU.

  
  • PSYC 6380 - Research Design and Procedures

    3 hrs
    Addresses research methodologies used in psychotherapy research. Data gathering and analysis related to data-based decision making for intervention and service delivery is addressed. The use of evidence-based practices in community organizations, and marriage and family therapy is also covered. Students examine qualitative and quantitative methods, evaluate and design research, and learn to translate research findings into clinical practice.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in M.S. in Psychology or PsyD program or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6390 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    3 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6427 - Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback

    4 hrs
    Introduction of biofeedback practice from several points of view: theoretical, electronic, psycho-physiological and operational. Focus on operation of biofeedback instruments. Clinical applications are reviewed. Clinical literature reviews and specific cases are presented. Lab provides hand-on-instruction and practice with biofeedback instrumentation and skills. Three lecture and three lab hours per week.
  
  • PSYC 6490 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    4 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6590 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    5 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6690 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    6 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6790 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    7 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6890 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    8 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 6990 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    9 hrs
    In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 7333 - Psychopathology: Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

    3 hrs
    Definition, description and diagnosis of mental disorders according to DSM and other classification systems. Focus on the individual in family and cultural contexts. Will cover the administration of mental status exams and the development of treatment plans based on diagnostic categories.
  
  • PSYC 7351 - Life Span Developmental Psychology

    3 hrs
    Social development of the individual as a process; ecological and familial settings for development as they interact with genetic and physiological patterns of growth and change.
  
  • PSYC 8190 - Practicum I

    1 hr
    Under direct supervision of psychology faculty, students will provide psychological services to individuals, couples, and families in the department-sponsored clinics. May be repeated three times for credit. 
    Prerequisite(s): 18 semester hours in graduate psychology including: PSYC 8351, PSYC 8352.
    Fee: $33.
  
  • PSYC 8194 - Practicum Continuation

    1 hr
    Continuation of Psychology practicum. Placement at department sponsored clinics and approved community sites. Requires a minimum of 20 hours per week time commitment. May be repeated up to 3 times for credit. 
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8393  in progress 
  
  • PSYC 8198 - Practicum: School Psychology

    1 hr
    Continuation of school psychology practicum, PSYC 8398 , for second and subsequent semesters. Students must continuously enroll in this course until the practicum is completed. This course does not count toward degree requirements.
  
  • PSYC 8299 - School Psychology Internship

    2 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in a selected educational or clinical setting. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 1200 total hours of direct and indirect services. May be completed on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) over two semesters or half-time basis (20 hours per week) over four semesters. Must complete a total of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8398 .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 8301 - Group and Family Processes

    3 hrs
    Focus upon understanding group process and facilitation. Review of strategies for prevention of interpersonal and systems dysfunction utilizing communication groups, family enrichment, parenting groups, etc.
  
  • PSYC 8303 - Professional Practice: Skills and Issues

    3 hrs
    Investigation of professional issues relevant to ethics, professional organizations, family law, certification and licensure, and finance relative to practice.
  
  • PSYC 8305 - Counseling Theories School Settings

    3 hrs
    Introduction to a variety of counseling theories and applications appropriate for use with children and adolescents in school systems and other educational settings.
  
  • PSYC 8319 - Thesis

    3 hrs
    See University Thesis Guidelines.
  
  • PSYC 8325 - Neurobehavioral Principles

    3 hrs
    General principles of neuroscience, effects of brain function on human behavior. Includes overview of physiological and sensorimotor system functions. Brief overview of psychopharmacological intervention framework.
  
  • PSYC 8327 - Counseling Spanish Speaking Immigrants and Refugees

    3 hrs
    Local experience in the cultures and language of Spanish speaking immigrants and refugees and their influence on mental health delivery services in the US. Includes study related to immigration history, policy and mental health service delivery. Course will involve a volunteer component at a designated site and field trips to relevant agencies. Note: Students taking this course for the fulfillment of the PSSSP certificate will be required to fulfill part of the course requirements in Spanish.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8356  
  
  • PSYC 8330 - Socialcultural Foundations of Counseling Latinxs

    3 hrs


    Immersion experience in the cultures and language of a selected Spanish speaking country and their influences on the delivery of mental health services. Includes lectures from professionals from mental health and related fields, and field trips to relevant sites.

    Experiencia de inmersión en las culturas e idioma de un país elegido que tiene el Español como idioma oficial y sus influencias en los servicios de atención de salud mental. Incluye ponencias por parte de profesionales del campo de la salud mental y disciplinas relacionadas, y excursiones didácticas a sitios pertinentes.
    Prerequisite: Student in MS in Psychology or PsyD in Counseling Psychology or consent of instructor.

    Pre-requisito: Estudiantes de MS en Psicología o PsyD en Piscología de la Consejería o permiso por parte la o el instructorx.
    Fee: Will vary depending on cost of travel and lodging.

  
  • PSYC 8331 - Language and Psychosocial Variables in Interviews and Assessments with Latinxs

    3 hrs


    Ethnically sensitive practices and delivery of services to Latinos. Issues related to language psychosocial variables in interviews and assessment of social and psychological well-being.

    Prácticas con integridad cultural y servicios de atención a Latinxs. Temas relacionados con variables psicosociales y uso del idioma en entrevistas y evaluaciones de bienestar social y psicológico. 
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6322 , PSYC 8352  and PSYC 8356 .

  
  • PSYC 8333 - Advanced Practice Management

    3 hrs
    Advanced study of Counselor ethics and regulation of the Counseling professions. Focuses on issues related to management of counseling professional practice, including records management and common elements of business/family law.
  
  • PSYC 8343 - Projective Techniques in Testing

    3 hrs
    Administration scoring, interpretation, and report writing for projective testing including projective drawings, apperception tests and various informal techniques; Basic introduction to the Rorschach Inkblot system; Developing integrative and interpretational strategies.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6322 , PSYC 6342 , PSYC 9322 .
    Fee: $75.
  
  • PSYC 8345 - Theoretical Foundations of Psychotherapy

    3 hrs
    Exploration of foundational theories of individual and systemic psychotherapeutic approaches. Review of key concepts, techniques and therapeutic process and ethical considerations.
  
  • PSYC 8348 - Strengths-based Approaches to Contemporary Issues

    3 hrs
    Application of strengths-based approaches to the identification and treatment of contemporary issues such as addictive behaviors, eating disorders, homelessness, trauma, geriatrics and other. Course will examine evidence-based practices and practice-based evidence for strengths-based interventions in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing these issues.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8352 .
  
  • PSYC 8351 - Introduction to Systemic Approaches to Psychotherapy

    3 hrs
    Introduction to strengths based approaches to psychotherapy to work with individuals, couples, families, and larger systems. Emphasis on solution-focused, narrative, collaborative, and brief systemic approaches.
  
  • PSYC 8352 - Pre-practicum Psychotherapy Laboratory: Basic Interviewing Skills

    3 hrs
    Approaches to strengths-based interviewing with families, couples, and individuals. Special attention to the beginning stages of therapy common presenting concerns, and utilizing client feedback. Laboratory preparation of students to begin practicum.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8351  or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 8355 - Psychotherapy with Children Adolescents and Their Families

    3 hrs
    Application of systemic therapies to individual and family psychotherapy with children and adolescents. Emphasis on cultural context and working with larger systems including schools, child protective services, and the court system. Examines areas that frequent need to be addressed when working with children and adolescents including family violence and abuse, substance abuse, gang violence and bullying.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8351  .
  
  • PSYC 8356 - Family Processes Across Cultures

    3 hrs
    Familiarization with systems on a variety of levels and across a diversity of cultures. Emphasis on the cultural and contextual aspects of normalcy. Issues in healthy family functioning and assessment.
  
  • PSYC 8357 - Advanced Systemic Approaches to Psychotherapy

    3 hrs


    Presentation and analysis of contemporary methods in systemic therapy. Emphasis on development of a meta-theoretical perspective in psychotherapies in general and systemic therapies in particular.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8351  or PSYC 9334  

    Concurrently: PSYC 8390  , PSYC 8391  , PSYC 8392  , PSYC 8393  , or PSYC 9197  

  
  • PSYC 8359 - Couples and Sex Therapy

    3 hrs
    Systemic approaches to working with same-sex and different-sex couples. Emphasis on understanding sexual and gender dilemmas in sociocultural contexts. Review of research literature on theory, assessment and treatment.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8351 .
  
  • PSYC 8361 - Theories of Learning

    3 hrs
    Overview of theories and principles of learning in Psychology; Topics include cognitive development, the role of memory, information processing, perception and motivation in learning; Explores techniques and methods employed in development of learning styles. Reviews all of the major theories of learning in Psychology.
  
  • PSYC 8366 - Cultural, Spiritual, and Religious Healing Practices

    3 hrs
    Comparative study of cultural, spiritual, and religious-based healing practices. Examination of culturally based approaches to individual, family and community healing and conflict resolution. Importance of integrating clients’ belief systems and strengths-based perspectives.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8352  and PSYC 8356 .
  
  • PSYC 8371 - Consultation in School Psychology

    3 hrs
    Overview of consultation services in schools; various models for consultation, including skills and strategies with parents, teachers, administrators and other professional trends in research and practice.
  
  • PSYC 8372 - Operation and Organization in Schools for School Psychology

    3 hrs
    Organizational structure of schools; role definition and function of various personnel including the specialist in school psychology (LSSP); Review of Special programming, legal guidelines and IDEA requirements; Overview of federal, state, and local school governance; Operational variables that impact service delivery.
  
  • PSYC 8375 - Practicum Lab: Counseling Skills in School Settings

    3 hrs
    Overview and application of psychological counseling skills for individual and groups in schools; includes overview of brief techniques and approaches used in systems as well as other individual theoretical approaches and techniques appropriate for use in schools.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 8351  and PSYC 8388 .
  
  • PSYC 8377 - Practicum: Working with Children and Autism Spectrum Disorders

    3 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of autism assessment, behavior modification and academic and behavioral intervention strategies for children with autism. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 150 hours of total direct and indirect services.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6321 , PSYC 6322 , PSYC 6342 , PSYC 7333 .
  
  • PSYC 8388 - Pre-Practicum Laboratory: School Psychology Intervention Frameworks

    3 hrs
    Primary skills and processes in school setting for the practice of School Psychology procedural frameworks for assessment, counseling, consultation, and special programming eligibility; Basic terminology, mandatory documentation, and direct and indirect accountability for interventions given educational mandates of Response To Intervention (RTI) framework. Preparation for Practicum activities.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6321 , PSYC 6342 .
  
  • PSYC 8389 - Field Placement for Violence Prevention and Intervention: Level II

    3 hrs
    Supervised experience in application and integration of communication and human relations skills in appropriate field setting.
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Fee: $15.
  
  • PSYC 8390 - Practicum I

    3 hrs
    Under direct supervision of psychology faculty, students will provide psychological services to individuals couples, and families in the department-sponsored clinics. Requires a minimum of 20 hours per week time commitment.
    Prerequisite(s): 18 semester hours in graduate psychology including PSYC 8351 , PSYC 8352 .
    Fee: $100.
  
  • PSYC 8391 - Practicum II

    3 hrs
    Continuation of PSYC 8390 . Placement at approved department sponsored clinics and approved community sites. Requires a minimum of 20 hours per week time commitment.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8390 .
    Fee: $20.
  
  • PSYC 8392 - Practicum III

    3 hrs
    Continuation of PSYC 8391 . Placement at department sponsored clinics and approved community sites. Requires a minimum of 20 hours per week time commitment.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8391 .
    Fee: $20.
  
  • PSYC 8393 - Practicum IV

    3 hrs
    Continuation of PSYC 8392 . Placement at department sponsored clinics and approved community sites. Requires a minimum of 20 hours per week time commitment.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8392 .
    Fee: $20.
  
  • PSYC 8398 - Practicum School Psychology

    3 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in child clinical or educational settings. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 300 hours of total direct and indirect services.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6322 , PSYC 6342 , PSYC 8352 , PSYC 8355 , PSYC 8371 , PSYC 8372 .
    Fee: $20.
  
  • PSYC 8399 - School Psychology Internship

    3 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in a selected educational or clinical setting. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 1200 total hours of direct and indirect services. May be completed on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) over two semesters or half-time basis (20 hours per week) over four semesters. Must complete a total of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8398 .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 8499 - School Psychology Internship

    4 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in a selected educational or clinical setting. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 1200 total hours of direct and indirect services. May be completed on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) over two semesters or half-time basis (20 hours per week) over four semesters. Must complete a total of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8398 .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 8599 - School Psychology Internship

    5 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in a selected educational or clinical setting. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 1200 total hours of direct and indirect services. May be completed on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) over two semesters or half-time basis (20 hours per week) over four semesters. Must complete a total of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8398  .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 8619 - Thesis

    6 hrs
    See University Thesis Guidelines.
  
  • PSYC 8699 - School Psychology Internship

    6 hrs
    Supervised experience in the practical application and integration of principles and techniques of school psychology in a selected educational or clinical setting. On-site supervision will be supplemented by a weekly seminar with school psychology faculty. Requires 1200 total hours of direct and indirect services. May be completed on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) over two semesters or half-time basis (20 hours per week) over four semesters. Must complete a total of six semester hours.
    Prerequisite: PSYC 8398 .
    Fee: $50.
  
  • PSYC 9101 - Doctoral Psychology Colloquium I

    1 hr
    Broad overview of issues and practices in professional psychology. Current topics such as licensure, managed health care, professional organizations, applications of current research, legal and ethical issues in counseling psychology are addressed to help develop identity as a professional psychologist. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
  
  • PSYC 9102 - Doctoral Psychology Colloquium II

    1 hr
    Broad overview of issues and practices in professional psychology. Current topics such as licensure, managed health care, professional organizations, applications of current research, legal and ethical issues in counseling psychology are addressed to help develop identity as a professional psychologist. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
  
  • PSYC 9150 - Management of Professional Practices

    1 hr
    Overview of business practices in professional psychology. Topics include: advertising and marketing a practice, managed care, record keeping practices, and supervision issues.
    Prerequisite: Doctoral level or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 9165 - Directed Study

    1 hr
    Exploration of a specialized topic under faculty direction. May consist of a literature review, development and/or execution of a research project. Course may be repeated for credit when topic varies.
  
  • PSYC 9166 - Selected Topics in Counseling Theory and Practice

    1 hr
    Specialized courses which provide intensive, specific exposures to a chosen theory, psychotherapeutic practice, client population or clinical issue. Offered on a pass/fail basis. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
    Prerequisite: Doctoral level or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSYC 9190 - Internship I

    1 hr
    Supervised practice of psychology including psychotherapy, psychological assessment, consultation, supervision, psychoeducational activities and case management at an approved site. May be completed on a full-time and half-time basis. Requires a minimum of 1900 hours and supervision by a licensed psychologist. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
  
  • PSYC 9191 - Internship II

    1 hr
    Supervised practice of psychology including psychotherapy, psychological assessment, consultation, supervision, psychoeducational activities and case management at an approved site. May be completed on a full-time and half-time basis. Requires a minimum of 1900 hours and supervision by a licensed psychologist. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
  
  • PSYC 9192 - Internship III

    1 hr
    Supervised practice of psychology including psychotherapy, psychological assessment, consultation, supervision, psychoeducational activities and case management at an approved site. May be completed on a full-time and half-time basis. Requires a minimum of 1900 hours and supervision by a licensed psychologist.
 

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