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NURS 5545 - Women’s Health and Perinatal Nursing 3
This course focuses on the care of women’s health issues and the pre, peri, and post natal care of both mother and newborn. Nursing strategies for illness prevention, health promotion, and clinical management of both acute and chronic conditions are addressed.
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NURS 5601 - Family Nurse Practitioner I 3
Prerequisite: NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 ; Admission to MSN RODP Program Corequisite: NURS 5602
This course focuses on advanced practice nursing and health care management of women in diverse populations. Course content includes bio-psychosocial interactions, affecting women throughout the lifespan.
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NURS 5602 - Family Nurse Practitioner II 2
Prerequisite: NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 ; Admission to MSN RODP Program Pre/Corequisite: NURS 5601
The focus of this clinical course is delivery of advanced nursing care to women. Various clinical settings with diverse populations may be employed for clinical practice.
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NURS 5603 - Family Nurse Practitioner II 3
Prerequisite: NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 ; Admission to MSN RODP Program Pre/Corequisite: NURS 5104
This course focuses on advanced practice nursing and healthcare management of adults and older adults in diverse populations. Course content includes developmental, physiological, pathological, and psychosocial changes relative to health maintenance, acute and chronic illnesses and life transitions.
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NURS 5604 - Family Nurse Practitioner II Clinical 4
Prerequisite: Admission to RODP MSN Program; NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 Corequisite: NURS 5603 ;
This course focuses on advanced practice nursing and healthcare management of adults and older adults in diverse populations. Course content includes developmental, physiological, pathological, and psychosocial changes relative to health maintenance, acute and chronic illnesses and life transitions.
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NURS 5605 - Family Nurse Practitioner III 3
Prerequisite: NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 ; Admission to RODP MSN Program; Corequisite: NURS 5606 ;
The focus of this course is on advanced nursing and healthcare management of children and adolescents. Course content includes developmental, physiological, pathological, and psychosocial changes relative to health maintenance, acute and chronic illnesses, and developmental transitions within the family context.
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NURS 5606 - Family Nurse Practitioner III Clinical 2
Prerequisite: Admission to RODP MSN Program; NURS 5101 , 5102 , 5103 , 5104 ; Corequisite: NURS 5605 ;
This clinical course is designed to provide the student with opportunities to deliver advanced nursing care to children and adolescents in families and communities. In collaboration with nursing faculty and clinical preceptors various primary care settings will be employed for clinical practice.
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NURS 5609 - Family Nurse Practitioner Practicum 4
Prerequisite: Admission to RODP MSN Program; NURS 5601 , 5602 , 5603 , 5604 , 5605 , 5606 ;
This practicum experience focuses on the synthesis of previously gained knowledge and skills in the provision of advanced nursing care to individuals, families and communities. Emphasis is placed on health promotion, disease prevention and clinical management of clients with common acute and chronic illness.
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NURS 5631 - Pediatric Nursing I 3
Prerequisite: NURS 5000 , NURS 5101 , NURS 5102
This course is designed to provide advanced practice nurses with the necessary knowledge to provide health maintenance and health promotion to well children and their families.
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NURS 5633 - Pediatric Nursing II 3
Prerequisite: NURS 5000 , NURS 5101 , NURS 5102
This course is designed to provide the advanced practice nurse with the necessary knowledge base to provide care for children and their families experiencing minor acute illness. Content will emphasize common minor acute illnesses typically seen in the ambulatory clinic site.
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NURS 5635 - Pediatrics 3
This course focuses on health maintenance and health promotion for children and their families. Care for children and families experiencing both acute and chronic illness/disabilities are addressed.
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NURS 5990 - Scholarly Synthesis 3
Prerequisite: To be taken the last semester of study or permission from the department;
As a culminating experience, this course provides the student with the opportunity to complete a synthesis activity. The student may choose one of the following scholarly activities: 1) design a program; 2) rite a grant proposal: 3) complete a thesis; 4) complete a scholarly project; 5) submit a manuscript for publication; 6) present at a national or regional research conference. Pass/Fail grading.
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TECH 5105 - Project Planning and Scheduling 3
Contemporary methods used in project planning and scheduling; emphasis on critical path method (CPM) with computer application; solution of actual problems stressed. This graduate-level course has a required test that includes a trail version of MS Project Software that will be used during the semester. The course is project based.
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POLS 5300 - Theory of Bureaucratic and Administrative Organization 3
An analysis the effects of organizational structures and administrtive procedures has on policy making, implementation, and evaluation in undertaken using case studies and field studies of topical and contemporary organizational issues.
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PSY 5000 - Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An introduction to research design in Psychology. Topics include measurement and sampling; experimental quasi-experimental, and correlational methods; research ethics. The development of an APA research proposal is a significant aspect of the course.
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PSY 5010 - Death, Dying and Bereavement 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An overview of death issues from a multicultural, developmental
perspective. Topics covered include changing attitudes, the American death system, death across the lifespan, coping, supporting caregivers, ethical/legal issues, funeral and memorialization practices.
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PSY 5020 - Human Development: Adult and Aging 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The scientific study of human development in the adult years. Attention will be given to continuity and change in social, emotional, and intellectual functioning and how support systems influence growth and decline.
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PSY 5030 - Cross-Cultural Industrial Organization 3
Prerequisite: Admission to IO psychology masters program or permission of instructor
Course focuses on studying the influence of culture on individual, group and organizational outcomes and adopts an international management perspective. Implications of findings from cross-culture psychology research as it applies to employee selection,performance appraisal, training and development will be discussed. Other topics include, corporate social responsibility, cross-cultural communication and negotiation, employee decision making, justice perceptions, motivation and ethical leadership.
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PSY 5040 - Behavior Modification: Theories and Prac 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Emphasis is placed on the theories, principles and techniques of cognitive and behavioral management for use in schools, clinics, hospitals and agencies.
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PSY 5050 - Applied Psychopharmacology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An introduction to psychopharmacology that will examine prescription, legal and illegal drug effects on the brain and behavior, including withdrawal and abuse. Clinical, legal, and ethical aspects will also be discussed. A NIH grant porposal will also be taught and evaluated.
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PSY 5060 - Group Dynamics 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Analysis of the nature and origin of small groups and interaction processes. Emphasis on methodology, group development, conflict, group think, decision making, leadership and task performance.
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PSY 5070 - Introduction to Educational Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Provides prospective teachers and understanding of the way student learn and develop. The learning process, its determining conditions and its results will be emphasized. The course will also provide an overview of child and adolescent development as it relates to student behavior. Instructional strategies and assessment will also be covered. Individual research projects in a specific topic relevant to educational psychology is required.
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PSY 5080 - Advanced Abnormal Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Diagnostic issues relevant to current diagnostic typologies, DSM-IV, will be reviewed. Emphasis will be on etiology from various theoretical perspectives, differential diagnosis and treatment.
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PSY 5090 - Social and Community Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The mutual interaction of individuals with social institutions and the dynamics of behavior in a social context.
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PSY 5100 - Advanced Physiological Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An in-depth study of the structures of the brain and their relationship to and control of behavior. Emphasis is placed upon current research findings.
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PSY 5110 - Lifespan Development 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The scientific study of human development across the life-span through examination of theoretical and empirical materials. The emphasis is on continuity and change in the physical, cognitive and psychosocial domains.
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PSY 5120 - Human Factors 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An introduction to the basic topics in the field of Human Factors Engineering. The course addresses human functional limitations in areas such as sensation and perception, learning and memory, motor skills and ergonomics. How this knowledge is applied toward the optimal design of instruments, equipment and the workplace is emphasized.
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PSY 5140 - Advanced Educational Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Planned for all school personnel. Emphasis is on the application of research in the behavioral science to practical school situation, including assessment of student abilities, program planning, conditions of learning, evaluation of achievement and classroom interaction.
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PSY 5150 - Legal and Ethical Issues in School Counseling 3
This course examines the professional, ethical and legal issues that impact the practice of the professional school counselor. Emphasis is placed upon the understanding and application of ethical standards and legal statutes that affect school counselors when making critical decisions concerning working with minors in schools.
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PSY 5160 - Counseling Children and Adolescents 3
Prepares counselors to address the specific needs of children and adolescents wtih emphasis on developmental needs, common emotional needs, treatment strategies, as well as the cultural frameworks that impact interventions.
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PSY 5170 - Practicum in Mental Health Counseling 3-9
Prerequisite: PSY 5420
Students will demonstrate continued progress with respect to the development of counseling skills in preparation for internship. Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively with a variety of clients from diverse backgrounds. Successful progress will be determined through review of digitally recorded counseling sessions with “volunteer clients.” Students will participate in weekly group supervision. Repeated for a minimum of 6 credit hours and a maximum of 9 credit hours.
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PSY 5190 - Psychological Assessment 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The distinction between psychometric testing and psychological assessment is emphasized. Attention is given to the role of the psychologist in a variety of work environments, methods of assessment and integration of data obtained through the assessment process.
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PSY 5250 - History and Systems of Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Development of psychology from the philosophical antecedents to its present status as a science and a profession. Each system of ideas, which has contributed to the development of psychology, will be studied and evaluated.
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PSY 5260 - Psychology Consultation: Theory and Practice 3
Introduction to practice of consultation, treatment planning, and intervention techniques in school psychological services; overview of theory, research and issues with opportunities for practical experiences. Course includes recommended best practices, crisis intervention, and effective treatment planning.
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PSY 5270 - Foundations of Applied Psychology 3
An overview of selected areas within the discipline of scientific psychology that forms a foundation for advanced study in specific areas of applied psychology. Topics to be emphasized include cognition, learning, social psychology, personality, intelligence, motivation, and emotion.
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PSY 5300 - Learning and Cognition 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An advanced course which reviews current research and theory on cognitive processes and components of learning. Topics include: principles of learning, concept formation, reasoning, problem solving, attention and psycholinguistics.
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PSY 5320 - Learning and Behavioral Disorders 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Overview of theories, etiological factors, assessment and treatment of learning disabilities and behavioral disorders. Educational and psychological treatment alternatives are emphasized.
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PSY 5380 - Military Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
This course provides a survey of the major areas in military psychology. Principal topics include: leadership training, persuasion and propaganda, human factors engineering, selection, classification and assignment, iptimizing human performance under adverse conditions, ethnic diversity and gender issues, clinical and consulting activities and careers in military psychology.
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PSY 5400 - Theories of Counseling 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The philosophy and theories of counseling, the roles and responsibilities of counselors, ethical practices of counselors and current issues in counseling are covered as well as issues related to the therapeutic atmosphere.
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PSY 5410 - Counseling Techniques 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5400 and acceptance to community or school counseling programs
Didactic and experimential methods will be employed to promote the development of basic counseling skills and techniques. Digital recordings and live supervision of counseling skills practice will be used to monitor student progress.
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PSY 5420 - Advanced Counseling Techniques 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5410
Didactic and experiential methods will be employed to promote the refinement of counseling skills and techniques as well as to promote the acquisition of more advanced skills and techniques in this beginning practicum course. Digital recordings of practice counseling sessions with “volunteer clinics” will be used to monitor student progress. Students will receive group and individual supervision.
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PSY 5430 - Group Theories and Techniques 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5400 , 5410
Students will facilitate or co-facilitate a weekly personal growth group under the supervision of the instructor. Various techniques of group facilitation for both structured and unstructured groups will be taught and evaluated within supervision sessions. Supervision will occur each week prior to group counseling. Students are required to be a member of a group.
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PSY 5440 - Diversity Issues in Counseling 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An understanding of counseling with diverse populations, counseling issues that pertain to race, gender, class, lifestyle, ethnicity, theoretical frameworks and research in cross-cultural counseling.
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PSY 5500 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Advanced survey course covering the major topics within the field of I/O psychology including employee selection, training and development, performance appraisal, job analysis leadership, work motivation and organizational development. The treatment of these topics will emphasize methodological, measurement and data analysis practices in the field.
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PSY 5501 - Orientation to Industrial/Organizational Psychology 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Addresses academic and professional issues related to the study and practice of I/O psychology. Topics to be addressed include historical foundations of the field, links between I/O psychology and psychological science, career paths, scholarly and practitioner associations and publications, resume preparation, internship search strategies, and orientation to the M.A. program.
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PSY 5510 - Performance Management 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Measurement of processes related to performance appraisal will be explored. Topics to be studied include performance requirements of jobs, job performance criteria. Contextual performance and the cognitive, affective and administrative factors related to designing systems for measuring and managing job performance.
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PSY 5520 - Personnel Assessment and Selection 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Studies the process of gathering job-related data about individuals for the purpose of making employment decisions. Topics to be explored include issues in selection, recruitment, test and non-test selection techniques, employment decision making and validation strategies.
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PSY 5540 - Training and Development 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Studies the process of designing, developing, implementing and evaluating training programs. Topics to be explored include the instructional systems design model, motivation to learn, principles of adult learning, instructional techniques, transfer of training and program evaluations.
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PSY 5550 - Leadership and Organizational Change 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Studies the process of leadership within organizations and the role leadership plays in bringing about organizational change. Leadership is explored through traditional approaches including trait, behavioral, contingency and transformational perspectives. Organizational change is explored using a systems approach focusing on needs assessment, problem diagnosis, organizational interventions and evaluation.
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PSY 5560 - Organizational Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Studies the causes and consequences of work-related attitudes and behaviors. Topics to be addressed include job satisfaction, organizational commitment, organizational citizenship behavior, fairness, stress, motivation, turnover, customer service and work teams.
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PSY 5575 - Applied Measurement in Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5000 and acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
Addresses basic measurement issues and concepts including reliability, content and criterion-related validity, construct validity, psychological scaling and questionable design, item analysis, validity generalization and meta-analysis, ethical issues in testing, and the latest advances inpsychological measurement. Related statistical comments will also be addressed.
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PSY 5580 - Personnel Psychology 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in I/O psychology graduate program
The course addresses the major areas within the field of personnel or industrial psychology including job analysis, job evaluation, recruitment, models of job performance, personnel selection, training and development, andperformance appraisal.
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PSY 5600 - Theories and Counseling in Career Development 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
A survey of theories of career development, methods of developing a career information program and procedures for providing personal, social, educational and vocational information are included.
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PSY 5640 - Practicum in School Counseling 2
Prerequisite: Appropriate courses and permission of instructor
Supervised experience in counseling and guidance for those who are preparing for school guidance programs. Periods must be reserved for conferences with supervisors and college instructors. (180 contact hours)
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PSY 5720 - Internship in Mental Health Counseling 3-6
Prerequisite: Appropriate courses and permission of instructor
Supervised internship in an approved setting for a minimum of 600 hours. The intern is responsible primarily to the agency supervisor but reports to the university supervisor at specified intervals.
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PSY 5725 - Internship in School Counseling 3-6
Prerequisite: Completion of all required classes for school counseling
Supervised internship in approved school settings (elementary, middle, high school) for a minimum of 600 hours. The intern is responsible primarily to the school guidance counselors but will report to the university supervisor at specified intervals.
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PSY 5730 - Practicum Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3
Individual on-site work experience designed to provide supervised application of competencies acquired in the program of study. Supervision by field and university personnel. (180 contact hours).
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PSY 5810 - Independent Study 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth study of topics of special interest.
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PSY 5820 - Independent Study 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth study of topics of special interest.
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PSY 5840 - Advanced Statistical Analysis 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5000 and acceptance in psychology graduate program
Theory and application of advance univariate and multivariate statistical procedures. Topics include factorial analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, multivariate analysis of variance, multiple regression, path analysis, and factor analysis.
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PSY 5850 - Independent Study 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth study of topics of special interest.
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PSY 5860 - Independent Study 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Permits the advanced student to pursue in-depth study of topics of special interest.
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PSY 5950 - Research Paper 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
The student registers for three hours of research to develop a complete proposal for further research or the three hours may culminate in the completion of a research paper sufficient to meet departmental and graduate school requirements.
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PSY 5960 - Applied Research Paper in Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3
The student would identify one or more human resource-related problems being faced by an organization. The student would review the relevant academic literature related to the problem and prepare a report for the organization. The report would review the research literature and culminate with a set of recommendations that flow from that literature. Could be taken in lieu of PSY 5950 or PSY 5590.
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PSY 5990 - Thesis 3-6
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
An individual research project culminating in a written and oral presentation of the research conducted. After identifying a problem, the student may collect original data analyze data or critically analyze the results of research published in the professional literature. The student must add to the research literature by offering sound original data or a meta-analysis.
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PSY 5991 - Research Requirement Completion 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
For students not fulfilling graduate school research literacy requirement within one year after scheduled completion of thesis, field study report, reseach project paper or research literacy paper. Enrollment required each subsequent semester. Tuition and fees for one credit hour must be paid every semester until research requirement is met.
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PSY 5992 - Couples and Family Counseling 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MS in Counseling program or permission of the instructor
Overview of major systemic theoretical orientations relative to the assessment, treatment, and research of couples and families. The emphasis is on the identification of couples and family structures and communication patterns, and the formulation of treatment plans and goals in a multicultural and ethical context.
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PSY 5993 - Addiction Counseling 3
Prerequisite: Admission into the MS in Counsling program or permission of instructor
This course focuses on identification, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of addictive behaviors and disorders. Students will be introduced to the prevailing theories around addiction as well as treatment modalities that are most often utilized. Experiential activities will be integrated throughout the course. Students will be encouraged to consult and integrate the current scientific literature on substance abuse and addiction as well as the literature on empirically validated treatments for substance abuse. The curriculum for the course will be infused with a strengths-based, diversity oriented, social justice perspective that encourages students to identify barriers to treatment for individuals of marginalized or disenfranchised populations.
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PSY 6010 - Professional Seminar Counseling 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Mental health delivery systems, legal and ethical responsibilities, DSM-IV classifications and professional issues are emphasized. Readings, field trips and special projects are required.
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PSY 6015 - Foundations of School Counseling 3
Prerequisite: PSY 5400 , PSY 5410 and acceptance in psychology graduate program
This course explores historical and contemporary issues facing professional school counselors. School systems, professional identity, effective team membership with pre-Kindergarten-12 educational and support staff, client, parental, and community needs, leadership strategies, conducting and reviewing reserch knowledge and application of educational technology, and ethical and legal concerns will be addressed.
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PSY 6040 - Seminar Selected Topics 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Short seminars in a variety of topics. Offered upon demand.
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PSY 6050 - Seminar Selected Topics 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Short seminars in a variety of topics. Offered upon demand.
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PSY 6060 - Seminar Selected Topics 1
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Short seminars in a variety of topics. Offered upon demand.
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PSY 6080 - Seminar Selected Topics 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program and permission of instructor
Longer seminars on a variety of topics. Offered upon demand.
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PSY 6090 - Seminar Selected Topics 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program and permission of instructor.
Longer seminars on a variety of topics. Offered uopn demand.
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PSY 6100 - Seminar Selected Topics 3
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program and permission of instructor.
Longer seminars on a variety of topics. Offered upon demand.
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PSY 6990 - Field Study 4
Prerequisite: Acceptance in psychology graduate program
Provides research experience related to the student’s area of specialization. The research topic must be approved by the candidate’s graduate committee.
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RDG 5040 - Expanding Literacy Across the Content Area 3
This course is designed to prepare teachers to address literacy in the content areas from the intermediate grades through the secondary level. The course focuses on prompting a wide variety of reading materials that students can and want to read, instruction that builds study skills to read complex materials with comprehension and be successful in content areas across the curriculum.
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RDG 5361 - Teaching Reading 3
Designed for students seeking initial licensure this course includes scope and sequence of skills, assessment, organizational strategies, materials and methods of teaching reading for primary grades (K-3). Development of these instructional skills is designed to foster literacy skill development in children of all cultures. A field experience is required.
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RDG 5362 - Assessing Reading Difficulties 3
Prerequisite: RDG 5361
Designed for students seeking initial licensure. This course is designed to acquaint students with methods and strategies for diagnosing and correcting reading difficulties, using a balanced literacy approach based on current and classical research. Field based work with individual students will be required.
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RDG 5363 - Teaching Language Arts and Literature 3
Prerequisite: RDG 5361
Designed for students seeking initial licensure. This course will present an overview of Language Arts and Literature for inclusion in the K-6 classroom in order to build a balanced approach to literacy.
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RDG 5420 - Problems in Reading 1-3
Designed for those special topics not covered in scheduled classes.
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RDG 5820 - Foundations of Reading and Literacy Development 3
Corequisite: RDG 5830
This course focuses on the foundations of the reading and writing processes, including instructional methods, varied materials, scientifically-based research and current trends in literacy instruction. The comprehensive, balanced approach to reading instruction merges theory and practice for the diversity of learners in today’s classrooms, including English-Language Learners.
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RDG 5830 - Assessing Literacy Progress 3
Corequisite: RDG 5820
Content focuses on determining the literacy strengths and needs of struggling readers by using a range of formal and informal assessments. These are evaluated in relation to major components of reading: phonemic awareness, word identification, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, motivation and interest. Other topics include the environment away from school. Supervised practice with students.
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RDG 5840 - Assisting Students with Literacy Needs 3
Prerequisite: RDG 5820 , 5830 ;
Candidates develop and implement plans for instruction for the struggling reader, based on the assessment information obtained during the prerequisite course RDG 5830. Lessons focus on the needs related to the major components of reading while incorporating a variety of materials, such as: quality literature, technology-enhanced materials, and non-print materials.
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RDG 5850 - Seminar on Reading and Literacy 3
Candidates engage in a critical study of the literature and research related to reading/literacy issues. Topics include: theory, practices, teaching materials, programs, testing, including how the results impact instruction, the place of literature in the curriculum, and reaching the adolescent reader. They also select a topic for in-depth research.
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RDG 5860 - Practicum in Literacy Development 3
Prerequisite: Graduate Milestone II requirements
This course serves as the capstone course for the Reading Specialist candidate. The focus is on the implementation of the knowledge gained from the other literacy courses to a school-related setting which may consist of classroom application, developmental or clinical reading, supervisory or consultant work or a combination of the previously mentioned situations. Pass/Fail
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RDG 5890 - Teaching Reading in the Secondary Schools 3
This course is planned for instruction at the secondary level (grades 7-12) with an emphasis on the interrelatedness of reading and writing. The course is designed to train teachers to use a variety of methods, materials, tools of evaluation, and curriculum that also includes instruction in developmental, corrective, and intervention/remedial reading.
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RDG 6051 - The Art of Teaching Writing 3
This course is designed for graduate students who seek to integrate writing across the curriculum in their classrooms. Methods, materials, and environmental situations by which students in K-12 classrooms can develop and improve their writing skills and abilities will be emphasized. Process writing and varied writing instruction techniques will be emphasized.
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ELPA 5560 - Small Group Leadership 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or departmental approval;
Through activities in this course, students will explore their leadership skills specifically related to forming compatible achieving groups capable of completing tasks to complement the organizational vision. Students will examine the classic and contemporary literature on topics effecting groups such as conflict, collaboration, negotiation, power issues, decision making, compromise strategies, and team building.
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PM 5200 - Political Theories of Social Choice 3
Analyzes the normative implication of public policy for modern governments societies and organizations as they make value judgements and allocate resources. Course incorporates qualitative concerns and social responsibilities of public officials.
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PM 5300 - Theory of Bureaucratic and Administrative Organization 3
An analysis the effects of organizational structures and administrative procedures has on policy making, implementation and evaluation is undertaken using case studies and field studies of topical and contemporary organizational issues.
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PM 5400 - Public Planning 3
Survey of the major contemporary concepts and core elements of the development and process of Public Planning. Topical case studies and analysis of planning problems will be employed.
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PRST 5040 - Human Resources Management 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or departmental approval
It is frequently said that one of the most important assets of an organization is its people. This requires managers to have knowledge and understanding of the principles and procedures to meet the human resource management (HRM) challenges presented daily. While there are accepted approaches to HR problems, there are no single solutions.
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PRST 5100 - Professional Studies in Issues and Ethics 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or Departmental approval
This course serves as an introduction to the discipline of ethics and values. This class explores the various theories and practices that have led to, and continue to dominate the study of ethics and values in public service. Students will display their knowledge of ethics and values in various reading, writing and oratorical assignments throughout the semester.
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PRST 5200 - Globilization and the Professional 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or Departmental approval
The purpose of this course is to assess the impact of globalization on professional life. The course examines globalization as it relates to commerce, information flow, mass media, government, health care and education.
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PRST 5300 - Research Methods 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or Departmental approval
The study and application of research methods appropriate to professional studies. The course will provide a general introduction to research methods, as well as providing practical exposure to problem statements, Literature Reviews, Writing the Research Proposal, and Organization of the Research Report. Quantitative and Qualitative Research methodologies will be briefly covered in preparation for the later courses in these areas.
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PRST 5310 - Leadership in Organization 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or departmental approval
Organizational leadership is a course designed to inform the individual about the structure and behavior of actors at all levels of the organization. Through various exercises such as written assignments and discussion, the student will be able to understand “why” and “how” organizations operate and function under dynamic leadership.
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PRST 5400 - Instructional Design Training and Development 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS program or permission from department chair
This course will provide a broad introduction to training and development as a field of study and practice. It is designed for training and development specialists as well as organizational leaders who are focused on continually improving human and organizational performance.
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PRST 5410 - Evaluation of Learning 3
Prerequisite: Admission to the MPS Program or departmental approval
This course covers the concepts and skills used in evaluation models, theories, and best practices. The major components of this course cover two fundamental tasks of corporate training and development programs.
1. First, what happened in the classroom with the instructors, learners and the course content?
2. Second, what is the effect of the overall training and development program as it connects with and supports the corporate initiatives, strategies, goals and objectives?
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