Course Name |
Long Title |
Min Credits |
Description |
Requisites |
PSY-202 |
Human Development for Nursing |
3 |
This course provides an introduction to the theoretical perspectives of human development and fundamental concepts concerning the brain and behavior , memory , motivation and emotion , personality development and social behavior . In addition , it examines changes in cognitive , emotional and social development across the life span and how they are impacted by the social environment . Enrollment in this course is restricted to nursing majors . |
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PSY-205 Forensic Psychology 3
PSY-206 Introduction to Trauma Informed Care 3
This course focuses on the application of psychological theory , concepts and principles to civil and criminal justice systems , with a Take PSY-100 . ( Required , Previous ). focus on the practice of forensic psychology . This course is designed to introduce students to the meaning of trauma , the incidence and prevalence of trauma and the effects of trauma on human development . Students will learn what it means to provide client centered care in a trauma informed manner , and will be provided an introduction to evidence based trauma treatments . Active # Take PSY-100 or PSY-202 # Take participation of students in this class will include open discussion of SOC-100 . ( Required , Previous ). material presented as well as practical application of the course material . Self-assessment , awareness and growth are central to the student experience in this course .
PSY-209 Dementia : Awareness Understanding Bp Cr 3
This course defines dementia and identifies characteristics of Alzheimer ' s disease and related dementias . In addition , it examines the many different aspects of dementia : assessment and diagnosis , communication and behavior management , and end-of-life care . It also , focuses on best practices for care and provides practical resources for working with individuals with dementia that can be applied to professional careers in the field of geriatrics .
Take PSY-100 PSY-200 . ( Required , Previous ).
PSY-210 Abnormal Psychology 3
PSY-211 Fundamentals of Biopsychology 3
This course examines abnormal personality development and psychopathology . Topics include etiology , diagnosis , prognosis and Take PSY-100 . ( Required , Previous ). treatment of disorders . This course provides an introduction to biological bases of behavior in humans and animals . Topics include basic neuroanatomy , neurophysiology , information transmission , neuropathology , sensorymotor functions , biochemical processes , and psychopharmacology ,
Take PSY-100 . ( Required , Previous ). with applications to human behavior and intervention .