This small group experience is conducted in a seminar format and is taken during the student’s first semester in the program. The proseminar is designed to introduce the student to professional functioning as a counseling psychologist, review program requirements and expectations, provide support for the transition into doctoral level study, and foster the development of the student’s identity as a psychologist. This course is graded on a pass/no credit basis.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Articulate the unique perspective on professional practice offered by counseling psychology.
2. Understand current developments in the profession of psychology in the context of political, economic, and cultural forces.
3. Understand program requirements and expectations, and to develop an individual plan for progressing through the program.
4. Develop relationships with fellow students and faculty for mutual support and learning.
5. Began to formulate and articulate the student’s own professional identity as a professional psychologist.

This is an historical survey of the major theories of personality and psychotherapy and their relationship to current professional practices. The course emphasizes understanding professional practice in historical and cultural context, and traces the development of collective understandings and assumptions about psychology since the 18th century.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the major theoretical perspectives on personality and psychotherapy and to develop a framework for understanding and integrating different theoretical approaches.
2. Learn about major events and individuals in the history of all areas of psychology, and organize this information to show relations between events and people.
3. Evaluate the impact of historical/cultural context on the development of the theory and practice of psychotherapy.
4. Describe the development of psychology as a profession, and to consider future trends and directions.
5. Develop critical skills in reading psychological literature and in oral and written presentation on psychological topics.

This interdisciplinary course explores explanations of the human experience in terms of biological substrates. Topics covered include neural development over the lifespan, emotion regulation, individual differences, stress, sensation seeking, personality, vascular disorders and dementia, and disorders contained on Axis I and Axis II. This course also covers interactions of psychoactive drugs with the central nervous system and neurotransmitters to influence cognition, emotion, and behavioral processes. Emphasis is on psychiatric medication effectiveness and protocols associated with the spectrum of Axis I and Axis II disorders and drugs of abuse.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate a proficient knowledge of neuroanatomy and synaptic physiology.
2. Describe how various regions of the brain are involved in normal behavior and how disruptions of these neurobiological substrates lead to abnormal behavior/disorders.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of biological mechanisms involved in the onset and progression of mental disorders.
4. Create a plan to update knowledge of current developments of biological sciences that are relevant to practice.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics of drugs associated with the treatment of the spectrum of Axis I and Axis II disorders and drugs of abuse.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the recommended clinical psychopharmacological protocols associated with the treatment of the spectrum of Axis I and Axis II disorders and drugs of abuse.
7. Describe and discuss major theoretical issues and controversies surrounding the use of psychoactive drugs.
8. Evaluate patient/client response to psychotropic drugs.
9. Discuss professionally with the client and significant support persons how a particular drug treats a mental disorder, the clinical efficacy relative to the side effect profile, and treatment alternatives

• Master's level course/s in:

This course focuses on the exploration and evaluation of current developments in social psychology theory and research. Both basic and applied research is included. Emphasis is placed on utilizing social psychological concepts and principles to understand and solve challenges found in mental health and professional practice within culturally diverse settings. An overview of organizational development and change is also presented.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate the ability to use theories and concepts to diagnose the problem and develop possible solutions for prescribed assessment, treatment issues, and professional practice issues with special attention to cultural diversity issues.
2. Critically evaluate social constructs and theoretical perspectives of social psychology’s explanation of social interactions and the individual’s role therein.
3. Synthesize the implications of theory and research in the social psychological basis of behavior into practice.
4. Identify and assess the significance of social influences at work in a variety of interactions on self and client thinking and behavior.
5. Evaluate the different methodologies social psychologists use to research social issues.
6. Apply the research on organizational psychology to a variety of organizations, communities, and situations.
7. Integrate ethical parameters with organizational assessments and change principles.

Theories and research in the areas of cognitive and affective bases of behavior are analyzed. Emphasis is placed on application of theory and research to cognitive and emotional development and to vulnerability to disorders.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the research on cognitive and affective bases of behavior.
2. Evaluate the current application of the principles of cognitive and affective bases of behavior to emotional development and vulnerability to disorders.
3. Synthesize the implications of theory and research in cognitive-affective bases of behavior for practice.
4. Utilize cognitive and affective theories of behavior to explain the therapeutic process and developmental changes.

Techniques for measuring psychological variables with emphasis on reliability, validity, item analysis, scores, and reporting are covered. Concepts, principles, and methods of modern measurement theory are addressed. The cultural validity of assessment techniques, data gathering procedures, and instruments are examined. An additional focus is placed on the construction and interpretation of measures and scales.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Compare and contrast psychological instrumentation using psychometric concepts.
2. Evaluate psychological instrumentation using psychometric concepts.
3. Select psychological instrumentation based on clinical need and psychometric principles.
4. Design research materials that are culturally sensitive and valid.
5. Construct psychometrically supported assessment instrumentation.
6. Evaluate psychometric features of tests to ascertain that instruments are reliable, valid, adequately standardized for the anticipated clinical population.

• Master's level course/s in:

This course focuses on selecting suitable research designs, selecting appropriate measures, and the appropriate analyses of data for conducting research in clinical practice. Development of the essential skills needed to comprehend, interpret and critically evaluate published research in the field of counseling psychology and related fields is emphasized. Methodological and statistical issues related to understanding relationships among psychological factors are covered. Topics include theory and use of factorial ANOVA, factor analysis, correlation and regression analysis, theory and use of multiple regression, discriminate analysis, multivariate analysis, structural equation models including path analysis, and both parametric and nonparametric approaches.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate research questions, methodology, analyses, and conclusions associated with quantitative approaches.
2. Identify and utilize different methods and statistics to answer the critical questions associated with counseling and clinical data.
3. Select appropriate analyses and computing techniques and generate research questions using different research designs.
4. Interpret and present various statistical analyses.
5. Critique research articles in professional psychology and other related fields.
6. Identify, apply, and evaluate methodological and ethical considerations, and the assumptions associated with employing quantitative methods.
7. Conduct research with integrity and professionalism.
8. Generate research questions using different research designs.
9. Identify relevant ethical issues, and demonstrate an understanding of the APA Code of Ethics with respect to research and practice of psychology.

• PYD806 Psychometric Theory

This course covers the role of qualitative research and program evaluation applied to psychological practice and/or research. Topics include selecting appropriate qualitative approaches, outcome monitoring, and the methods used to draw valid meaning from qualitative data.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Select a plan and design, present, apply, and evaluate effective qualitative psychological methods and program evaluation.
2. Identify and compare qualitative research methods.
3. Compare and contrast the major theoretical issues and controversies associated with qualitative approaches.
4. Evaluate limitations of qualitative research methods utilized in published research in professional psychology.
5. Identify and evaluate methodological and ethical considerations associated with employing qualitative methods.
6. Describe the comparative strengths, and weaknesses of qualitative and quantitative methods, and describe when and how these approaches can be integrated.
7. Select appropriate analyses and computing techniques, and generate research questions using different research designs.
8. Interpret and present critical analyses, case studies, and other qualitative research.

• PYD806 Psychometric Theory

In the context of current emphases on evidence based practice, this course provides training in the understanding of scientific research which supports the practice of psychology. Students will gain skills in both the critical analysis of existing research and in the conduct of research to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions. The course will focus on the practical implementation of outcome assessment and program evaluation strategies in applied clinical settings.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand professional practice in the context of the scientific evidence which supports it, and describe contemporary understandings of the relationship between science and practice in professional organizations and societies.
2. Analyze the contribution that various research designs and methodologies make to the evidence based practice of psychology.
3. Understand, critically evaluate, and apply research studies to the practice of psychology.
4. Conduct research to evaluate the effectiveness of psychological interventions in applied clinical settings.

• PYD806 Psychometric Theory
• PYD807 Quantitative Research and Statistical Analysis
• PYD808 Qualitative Research Methods

This course examines the mental disorders that are typically first diagnosed during infancy, childhood, or adolescence in the context of normal psychological development. In addition to an evaluation of the prevention, etiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of these disorders, the contributions of family, peers, the educational system, and the broader culture are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the process of human development from birth through adolescence.
2. Critically evaluate and assess children with emotional and behavioral problems in the context of normal development.
3. Identify and apply currently accepted diagnostic criteria to assess for and diagnose mental disorders in children and adolescents.
4. Identify, evaluate, and utilize professional sources of information specifically related to the prevention, etiology, and prognosis of mental disorders in children and adolescents.
5. Analyze clinical data to make differential diagnoses between typically co-occurring disorders in children and adolescents.
6. Identify, evaluate, and utilize appropriate assessment strategies and treatment interventions based on empirically-supported practice guidelines.
7. Synthesize information from family, peers, cultural, and educational sources into assessment and testing data.

• Master's level course/s in:

This course integrates contemporary theories and research associated with major mental disorders with adult developmental challenges and the transition to later years. The impact and interaction of mental disorders and life events such as marriage and divorce, birth of children, employment status, retirement, and major losses are examined. In addition to an evaluation of the prevention, etiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of these disorders, the influence of age-related changes in cognitive and physical functioning and health on emotional well-being is addressed.  Adult psychopathology is considered in the context of normal adult development.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and apply currently accepted diagnostic criteria to assess and diagnose mental disorders in early, middle, and late adulthood.
2. Integrate cultural, transitional, and developmental events into assessments, recommendations, and intervention plans.
3. Identify, evaluate, and utilize professional sources of information specifically related to the prevention, etiology, and prognosis of mental disorders in early, middle, and late adulthood.
4. Analyze clinical data to make differential diagnoses between typically co-occurring disorders in adults.
5. Identify, evaluate, and utilize appropriate assessment strategies and treatment interventions based on empirically-supported practice guidelines.
6. Synthesize information from family, peers, cultural, and educational sources into assessment and testing data.

• PYD811 Child Development and Psychopathology

The administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardized individual mental tests of cognition and memory are examined. These instruments include current versions of standard intelligence and memory scales. Clients’ culture and background on test results, incorporation of results into psychological reports, and ethical issues are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate and choose sound personality assessment instruments using rigorous psychometric principles and practices.
2. Identify and account for strengths and weaknesses of both objective and projective instruments.
3. Demonstrate the ability to administer, score, and interpret selected personality tests in a manner that is consistent with standard practices and is culturally appropriate.
4. Integrate test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features.
5. Effectively communicate test results to colleagues, clients, and other appropriate parties.
6. Apply ethical standards in the conduct of cognitive assessment.

• PYD806 Psychometric Theory

This course explores the theories and concepts of personality assessment and the instruments typically used to assess personality traits and characteristics. Both objective and projective instruments are examined. Topics include administering, scoring, interpreting, and integrating personality test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features. Emphasis is placed on incorporating personality test results into psychological reports and communicating the results to colleagues, the client, and other interested parties. Ethical issues associated with personality assessment are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate and choose sound personality assessment instruments using rigorous psychometric principles and practices.
2. Identify and account for strengths and weaknesses of both objective and projective instruments.
3. Demonstrate the ability to administer, score, and interpret selected personality tests in a manner that is consistent with standard practices and is culturally appropriate.
4. Communicate test results to colleagues, the clients, and other appropriate parties.
5. Apply ethical standards to the use of personality tests.
6. Integrate test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features.
7. Communicate test results to colleagues, the clients, and other appropriate parties.

• PYD806 Psychometric Theory

This course focuses on how cultural premises and differences in history, life experiences, and world views influence understanding and communication.  Emphasis is placed on the perspectives and experiences of underrepresented populations. This course also focuses on roles of the psychologist as educator, researcher, clinician, organizational change agent and policy developer, and the application of the constructs of multiculturalism and diversity to various professional settings.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Compare and contrast attitudes and beliefs that influence perceptions of and interactions with ethnically and racially diverse individuals and systems.
2. Integrate and incorporate into professional practice multicultural sensitivity and responsiveness to and knowledge and understanding of ethnically and racially different individuals and systems.
3. Evaluate multicultural sensitivity and responsiveness among individuals and systems.
4. Identify methodological issues pertaining to the psychological study of culture.
5. Critically evaluate research and theory of the psychology of diversity.
6. Demonstrate the ability to formulate, analyze, and evaluate individual and group behavior within multiple cultural contexts.
7. Demonstrate the constructs of multiculturalism and diversity in psychology education.
8. Recognize the importance of conducting culture-centered and ethical psychological research among persons from ethnic, linguistic, and racial minority backgrounds.
9. Integrate culturally appropriate skills into clinical and other applied psychological practices.

The theoretical foundations of common factors and efficacy of interventions are examined and applied to the practice of counseling psychology, with an emphasis on the scientific basis for the effectiveness of specific counselor attitudes and behaviors. Specific skills in implementing empirically supported counselor behaviors and attitudes will be demonstrated and practiced.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify factors common to effective approaches of psychotherapy.
2. Evaluate the research relating to efficacy of therapy interventions and evidenced based practice.
3. Create appropriate interventions leading to positive client functioning and sense of well being.
4. Synthesize an understanding of approaches to psychotherapy to articulate a personal theory of psychotherapy.  
5. Practice and demonstrate interpersonal and clinical skills requisite for the development of a good therapeutic alliance.  
6. Apply/interpret behavior from multiple perspectives and recognize strengths and limitations of the various theoretical perspectives.

• Master's level course/s in:

Theories and techniques of cognitive behavioral approaches are evaluated and applied to the practice of counseling psychology. Particular emphasis will be placed on empirically supported interventions for specific disorders.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the theoretical principles of cognitive behavioral approaches to psychotherapy.
2. Evaluate research in the area of cognitive behavioral approaches, including outcome and process research.
3. Apply cognitive behavioral techniques in therapy, and identify when the approach is most appropriately used.
4. Integrate an understanding of diversity into the applicability of cognitive behavioral approaches to individual clients.
5. Determine a professional understanding of the ethical implications in applying cognitive behavioral approaches.
6. Locate and use relevant databases and theories to interpret/explain behavior and mental processes

• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy

This course will provide advanced training in contemporary psychoanalytic theory and its current application in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and consultation.   Evidence based models of psychodynamic and experiential practice will be explored and the course will emphasize practical application including case formulation, clinical strategies and techniques.  At the end of the course, students should feel at home in psychodynamically oriented training settings, and should be able to integrate complex dynamic insights into other treatment modalities.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the theoretical principles of psychodynamic and experiential approaches to psychotherapy.
2. Evaluate research in the area of psychodynamic approaches, including outcome and process research.
3. Apply psychodynamic principles to therapy, and identify when the approach is most appropriately used.
4. Integrate an understanding of diversity into the applicability of psychodynamic approaches to individual clients.
5. Determine the ethical implications in applying psychodynamic approaches.
6. Locate and use relevant databases and theories to interpret/explain behavior and mental processes.

• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy

Professional ethics codes including the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists, and statutes and rules relevant to psychologists, are applied to professional issues. An ethical decision-making framework integrating these standards is developed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate professional situations, applying professional standards to formulate decisions. 
2. Evaluate cultural contexts in ethical decision-making.
3. Incorporate professional compassion with professional standards in evaluating ethical dilemmas.
4. Identify trends in professional issues in psychology and their impact on professional practice.
5. Articulate an ethical decision-making framework which integrates evolving professional and individual standards.
6. Interpret and apply legal guidelines within an ethical framework to resolve professional dilemmas.
7. Identify relevant ethical issues and demonstrate an understanding of the APA Code of Ethics with respect to research and practice of psychology.

This course provides an examination of basic models of supervision including both theory and practice. Ethics and clinical dilemmas are examined. This course also provides an opportunity to practice supervisory and consultation skills. Supervision approaches, ethical dilemmas, and challenges encountered within organizational systems are discussed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Describe the theoretical underpinnings of supervision and consultation.
2. Demonstrate skills in supervision and consultation.
3. Articulate their personal definition of supervision and consultation.
4. Identify questions, concerns, and strategies to support peers in counseling situations.
5. Articulate issues and feedback needed to improve personal performance.
6. Evaluate and revise one’s personal supervision and consultation model.
7. Integrate theories and feedback into practical application.

• PYD842 Practicum II-A

This course, taken just before the student goes on internship, will critically examine current trends, controversies, and opportunities in the professional practice of psychology. Students will research both the scholarly literature and newsletters, journals, discussion groups, and other venues where current developments in the profession are being discussed. Since this course is designed to be timely, specific content will be developed each time the course is offered. However, examples of topics to be discussed might include third party payments, the role of psychologists in national health insurance policies, prescription privileges for psychologists, opportunities in the private practice of psychology, the psychologist’s role in integrated health care, the use of the internet in delivery of psychological services, and current interpretations of HIPPA requirements.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Discuss current trends and controversies in the practice of psychology.
2. Identify opportunities in and potential obstacles to the specific areas of practice relevant to the student's career goals.
3. Participate as an informed professional in the activities of state and national professional organizations.
4. Anticipate and shape future developments in the profession.

• PYD842 Practicum II-A

This two-semester practicum experience includes supervised training in assessment and psychological interventions. The relative proportion of assessment and intervention work may vary depending on the practicum site. The practicum requires a minimum of 350 hours each of the two semesters. Students on practicum work under the supervision of a doctoral level psychologist. Students also attend a weekly practicum seminar on campus led by a faculty member.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Practice and demonstrate assessment and counseling skills
2. Integrate theories and clinical research into practical application.
3. Articulate the impact of past clinical experiences on current professional functioning, including diversity issues.
4. Integrate feedback from supervisors into effective diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
5. Evaluate one’s own clinical ability and disposition.
6. Develop a training plan to address individual developmental goals.

• PYD811 Child Development and Psychopathology
• PYD812 Adult Development and Psychopathology
• PYD806 Psychometric Theory
• PYD815 Cognitive Assessment
• PYD816 Personality Assessment
• PYD818 Multiculturalism and Diversity
• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy
• PYD825 Ethics and Professional Issues

This two-semester practicum experience includes supervised training in assessment and psychological interventions. The relative proportion of assessment and intervention work may vary depending on the practicum site. The practicum requires a minimum of 350 hours each of the two semesters. Students on practicum work under the supervision of a doctoral level psychologist. Students also attend a weekly practicum seminar on campus led by a faculty member.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Practice and demonstrate assessment and counseling skills
2. Integrate theories and clinical research into practical application.
3. Articulate the impact of past clinical experiences on current professional functioning, including diversity issues.
4. Integrate feedback from supervisors into effective diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
5. Evaluate one’s own clinical ability and disposition.
6. Develop a training plan to address individual developmental goals.

• PYD811 Child Development and Psychopathology
• PYD812 Adult Development and Psychopathology
• PYD806 Psychometric Theory
• PYD815 Cognitive Assessment
• PYD816 Personality Assessment
• PYD818 Multiculturalism and Diversity
• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy
• PYD825 Ethics and Professional Issues

This two-semester practicum experience includes supervised training in assessment and psychological interventions, building on the skills and experience gained in practicum I. Practicum  sites for Practicum II will be individually selected to complement the training received in Practicum I.  The practicum requires a minimum of 350 hours each of the two semesters. Students on practicum work under the supervision of a doctoral level psychologist, and attend a weekly practicum seminar on campus led by a faculty member.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Practice and demonstrate assessment and counseling skills
2. Integrate theories and clinical research into practical application.
3. Articulate the impact of past clinical experiences on current professional functioning, including diversity issues.
4. Integrate feedback from supervisors into effective diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
5. Evaluate one’s own clinical ability and disposition.
6. Develop a training plan to address individual developmental goals

• PYD821 Advanced Cognitive-Behavioral Theories and Techniques
• PYD822 Advanced Psychodynamic / Experiential Theories and Techniques
• PYD841 Practicum I-B
• PYD840 Practicum I-A

This two-semester practicum experience includes supervised training in assessment and psychological interventions, building on the skills and experience gained in practicum I. Practicum  sites for Practicum II will be individually selected to complement the training received in Practicum I.  The practicum requires a minimum of 350 hours each of the two semesters. Students on practicum work under the supervision of a doctoral level psychologist, and attend a weekly practicum seminar on campus led by a faculty member.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Practice and demonstrate assessment and counseling skills
2. Integrate theories and clinical research into practical application.
3. Articulate the impact of past clinical experiences on current professional functioning, including diversity issues.
4. Integrate feedback from supervisors into effective diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
5. Evaluate one’s own clinical ability and disposition.
6. Develop a training plan to address individual developmental goals

• PYD821 Advanced Cognitive-Behavioral Theories and Techniques
• PYD841 Practicum I-B
• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy
• PYD840 Practicum I-A

This course addresses the unique and specific assessment approaches and strategies for children and adolescents. Such evaluations include open-ended and structured interview techniques, and involve parents, teachers, or peers; behavioral observation; achievement; intelligence and cognitive functioning; and adaptive behavior. Evaluations may include objective and projective personality test instruments. Diagnosis and treatment of behavior disorders, with special emphasis on treatment planning and integration of results within the academic environment are examined.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate and choose sound child and family assessment instruments using rigorous psychometric principles and practices.
2. Identify and account for strengths and weaknesses of both objective and projective child and family instruments.
3. Demonstrate the ability to administer, score, and interpret selected personality tests in a manner that is consistent with standard practices and is culturally appropriate.
4. Integrate test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features.
5. Communicate test results to colleagues, the clients, and other appropriate parties.
6. Apply ethical standards to the use of child and family assessments.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course is an introduction to neuropsychological assessment. Concepts necessary to understand this type of assessment are explored, including neuroanatomy and neuropathology. Basic screening instruments are used to determine whether formal neuropsychological assessments are indicated.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate and choose sound neuropsychological assessment instruments using rigorous psychometric principles and practices.
2. Demonstrate the ability to administer, score, and interpret selected neuropsychological assessments in a manner that is consistent with standard practices and is culturally appropriate.
3. Integrate test information with interview, collateral, and background information and cultural features.
4. Communicate test results to colleagues, the clients, and other appropriate parties.
5. Apply ethical standards to the use of personality tests.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course will cover the nature of trauma, psychological responses to trauma, and treatment of trauma. A variety of types of trauma will be addressed from a bio-psychosocial perspective. This will include trauma related to such events as domestic violence, rape, child abuse, terrorism, civilian and combatant exposure to war, and natural disasters. Attention will also be directed toward vicarious traumatization, how to combat it, and how to treat it.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Understand the biological, psychological, and social sequelae of trauma;
2. Understand the factors that attenuate or exacerbate responses to trauma;
3. Address contextual variables in the treatment process;
4. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural and diversity issues with regard to trauma response;
5. Understand the effects of trauma on personnel normally viewed as "helpers"; and
6. Apply techniques to prevent and treat vicarious traumatization.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

Theories and research covered in group process and dynamics are applied to the practice of group therapy. Multicultural and ethical issues are evaluated. Group skills and techniques are developed and applied to various types of groups comprised of different populations in various settings.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate theories and research for application to different group settings and populations.
2. Select the appropriate group processes for different settings and populations.
3. Evaluate ethical issues involved in group therapy.
4. Apply an understanding of ethics in group therapy to practice.
5. Develop and apply group therapy skills and techniques, evaluating their applicability for different types of groups, populations, and settings.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course examines theories of career choice and career development along with assessing interests, abilities, aptitudes, and other relevant characteristics of the individual and work environment. Emphasis is placed on organizational consultation and techniques to analyze work culture and environment. Assessed career issues are integrated with other developmental and personal information.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate theories of career development and career choice as a basis for assessment.
2. Evaluate and select career assessment instruments for their appropriateness for individuals, settings, cultures, and situations.
3. Demonstrate the ability to administer, score, and interpret career tests and inventories within standard practices and with cultural sensitivity.
4. Integrate vocational assessment test and inventory results with other information.
5. Analyze work cultures and environments using appropriate techniques.
6. Demonstrate the ability to consult with organizations utilizing vocational assessment instruments and techniques.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

Current research and clinical applications in the practice of sex therapy are the focus of this course. The assessment of sexual concerns and disorders of individuals and couples and the development of appropriate interventions are addressed. The evaluation of various treatment models in working with special populations is explored.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate current research in human sexuality and sex therapy.
2. Explore their own sexuality and values pertaining to sexual orientation and behavior and how it impacts their therapy.
3. Assess the sexual issues and concerns of clients and couples.
4. Design, select, and implement appropriate sex therapy interventions.
5. Evaluate various models of sex therapy, and integrate them into a personal model for sex therapy.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

Issues in the research and the clinical assessment of couples and families are the focus of this course. Specific protocols, techniques, and instruments are discussed, evaluated, and administered. Psychometric basis of the instrumentation are reviewed. Ethical and legal issues are discussed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the instrumentation used in couple and family assessments from a psychometric perspective.
2. Design, implement, and interpret appropriate assessment protocols for a variety of couples, families, and situations.
3. Describe the connections between research, theory, and clinical practice in the assessment of couples and families.
4. Recognize the legal, ethical, cultural, and clinical issues associated with the use of assessments with couples and families.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course will provide an overview of the predominant models of health psychology, including theories about health behavior change, health decision-making and mind-body interactions in health and disease. The course will emphasize instruction in medical and psychological aspects of medical conditions which are commonly addressed in health psychology, and the development of basic clinical skills for working with a medical population.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course focuses on attitudes, understanding, and behaviors in urban, suburban, and rural areas as they relate to cultural interactions and research. Theory and clinical issues and implications are examined. Issues related to social justice and a personal exploration process are addressed.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course provides a thorough review of the roles that psychologists play in K-12 school settings. Topics include conducting assessments for learning disability and emotional behavioral disability, working with students, parents and teachers, the development of individualized learning plans, and working with mental health issues in a school setting.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course provides an introduction to forensic psychological practice. Students will:

1. Become familiar with the legal basis and structure of the role of psychologists in the judicial system;
2. Examine ethical requirements and practice standards in forensic psychological practice;
3. Become familiar with specific methodologies and report-writing styles for addressing a number of psycho-legal questions;
4. Explore the relationships between law, psychology, and the mental health system, mental illness and criminal conduct;
5. Become familiar with the ways in which psychology interacts with the legal and governmental systems.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course focuses on attitudes, understanding, and behaviors as they relate to cultural interactions and issues of ethnicity and racism. Research, theory, and clinical issues and implications are examined. Issues related to social justice and a personal exploration process are addressed.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course focuses on attitudes, understanding, and behaviors as they relate to cultural interactions and issues of gender and gender orientation. Research, theory, and clinical issues and implications are examined. Issues related to social justice and a personal exploration process are addressed.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course focuses on attitudes, understanding, and behaviors as they relate to cultural interactions and issues of ageism. Research, theory, and clinical issues and implications are examined. Issues related to social justice and a personal exploration process are addressed.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

This course focuses on attitudes, understanding, and behaviors as they relate to cultural interactions of poverty and other monetary issues. Research, theory, and clinical issues and implications are examined. Issues related to social justice and a personal exploration process are addressed.

• PYD881 Doctoral Qualifying Examinations

The fist doctoral qualifying examination is normally taken in the second year of study after completion of the required prerequisite coursework. The examination is administered in a take-home format, and requires the student to integrate knowledge from coursework with additional research to answer specific questions. The student is expected to demonstrate the ability to think critically and to prepare a well organized, clearly written response to each question. Responses will be evaluated by program faculty according to rubrics developed for each exam question.

• PYD801 Historical Foundations
• PYD811 Child Development and Psychopathology
• PYD812 Adult Development and Psychopathology
• PYD806 Psychometric Theory
• PYD815 Cognitive Assessment
• PYD816 Personality Assessment
• PYD818 Multiculturalism and Diversity
• PYD820 Common Factors in Counseling and Psychotherapy
• PYD825 Ethics and Professional Issues

The second doctoral qualifying examination is normally taken in the third year, after completion of Practicum I. The student will be presented a complete set of case materials, including test results, background information, and interview data. The student will be required to use this information to complete an assessment report and develop a treatment plan. Responses will be evaluated by program faculty according to rubrics developed for the case.

• PYD841 Practicum I-B

The third doctoral qualifying examination is normally taken in the third year, after completion of the first semester of Practicum II. The student is required to provide a written and an oral presentation of a case from his or her practicum. The oral case presentation will be done as part of the student’s practicum seminar. The case presentation will be evaluated by program faculty.

• PYD842 Practicum II-A

This unique course allows the student to pursue a clinical experience in an area of his or her choosing under the supervision of a licensed doctoral level psychologist. Taken just prior to the internship, the Individualized Mentorship includes a combination of supervised clinical experience, independent study, research, attendance at workshops, and other learning activities. The individualized mentorship is designed to provide in depth training in the student's area of specialization, and to develop skills for life-long learning. Individualized mentorship plans must be specified in writing, and approved by the Program. Unique student learning outcomes are developed for each mentorship experience.

• PYD843 Practicum II-B

This is a 2000-hour approved internship experience which can occur over one to two years with a minimum of 20 hours per week at the program-approved site. Learning outcomes are developed individually for each site, considering the mission of the site and the objectives of the student. All internships sites must meet the standards set by the Association of Postdoctoral and Psychology Internship Centers (APPIC).

• All other requirements of the program*

This is a 2000-hour approved internship experience which can occur over one to two years with a minimum of 20 hours per week at the program-approved site. Learning outcomes are developed individually for each site, considering the mission of the site and the objectives of the student. All internships sites must meet the standards set by the Association of Postdoctoral and Psychology Internship Centers (APPIC).

• All other requirements of the program*

This is a 2000-hour approved internship experience which can occur over one to two years with a minimum of 20 hours per week at the program-approved site. Learning outcomes are developed individually for each site, considering the mission of the site and the objectives of the student. All internships sites must meet the standards set by the Association of Postdoctoral and Psychology Internship Centers (APPIC).

• All other requirements of the program*

In the first of three required clinical dissertation courses, the student will develop the proposal for the clinical dissertation. Attendance at a weekly Dissertation Seminar is required as part of this course.

Upon completion of this course, the student will have completed his or her clinical dissertation proposal, and secured approval from the dissertation committee and the Human Subjects Review Board.

• PYD807 Quantitative Research and Statistical Analysis
• PYD808 Qualitative Research Methods
• PYD809 Outcome Research and Program Evaluation

This course continues the student's supervised work on his or her clinical dissertation, as data are collected and analyzed and the final paper is written. Much of this work will be conducted independently; however, the student is expected to seek regular consultation which his or her committee chairperson throughout the process.

Upon completion of this course the student will have completed a draft of the final write-up of his or her clinical dissertation, and secured committee approval to move to final editing and the dissertation defense.

• PYD995 Proposal Development

Students register for this course in the semester they complete work on the Clinical Dissertation.

Upon completion of this course the student will have passed the final defense of the dissertation, completed final editing, and submitted the bound copy of the dissertation to the library.

• PYD996 Data Analysis and Manuscript Preparation