CLP 2990, Myths of Mental Illness : Introductory course to address common myths about mental illness that are presented in various contemporary media, such as movies, television, broadcast and print news, and literature. These media typically promote a myriad of misconceptions about mental illness and the mentally ill as deviant and dangerous. Beyond exposing these misconceptions the course focuses on the impact that popularized myths have on: a) public policy affecting the development, funding, and availability of treatment programs for the mentally ill, b) discriminative actions taken against the mentally ill in employment, health care, and other social systems, c) exacerbation of psychological symptoms due to the stigmatizing and personally humiliating consequences of these myths encountered in popular culture, and d) the indirect impact on family members of the mentally ill and their efforts to assist their afflicted family member. The emphasis of the course is on contemporary, real-life experience of students through their own exposure to these media. Syllabus
CLP 3144, Abnormal Psychology: This course provides an introduction to and overview of a broad range of psychological disorders, including the history and definition of mental illness, assessment and classification of psychological disorders, different theoretical perspectives on the causes of psychological disorders, research methods employed in the study of psychological disorders, causes and symptoms of various psychological disorders, and current approaches to treating these psychological disorders. Syllabus
DEP 3103, Child Development: In this class we examine theoretical perspectives and research findings that provide insights into the course of child development. This includes coverage of conception and fetal development, infancy, early childhood, and middle & late childhood. Discussions focus on several domains of human development including physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development. In our examination of these topics, we view child development as a phenomenon that occurs within a cultural context influenced by race, sex, cultural background, and social class. Upon completing this class, the student should be able to describe and critique key theoretical perspectives on child development; describe, compare and contrast, key changes in the physical, cognitive, and socioemotional characteristics across childhood; and describe and discuss strengths and weaknesses of research methodologies typically used in the study of child development. Finally, the student should be able to relate our discussions about child development to his/her own experiences in childhood. Syllabus
PPE 4003, Theories of Personality: This course provides an introduction to and overview of the major theories of personality, including the history and definition of personality, assessment of personality, different theoretical perspectives on personality, research methods employed in the study of personality, and current approaches to research and theory of personality. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should understand the complex nature of the structure of personality, understand the process of assessing personality, be familiar with and able to discuss several different theoretical perspectives on personality, and be familiar with the research methods used and research findings related to theories of personality. Syllabus
CLP 5166, Psychopathology: This course provides an in depth review of a broad spectrum of psychopathological conditions as defined in the DSM-IV. The focus of this review includes etiology, prevalence & incidence, signs & symptoms, and criteria for differential diagnosis, with emphasis on comparing and contrasting different theoretical perspectives on each disorder, as well as reviewing the empirical literature in support of these theoretical perspectives. Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be familiar with and able to discuss several different theoretical perspectives on the general field of psychopathology as well as the empirical support for these theories; be able to apply these theoretical perspectives in reviewing each of the psychopathological conditions covered in the course; be familiar with and able to discuss the DSM-IV multiaxial classification of mental disorders and the criteria for diagnosing these disorders; be able to apply the DSM-IV classification system in appropriate diagnosis of clinical cases; and have a substantial foundation of knowledge about psychopathology to apply in formulating appropriate and effective intervention strategies to treat a broad spectrum of psychopathological conditions. Syllabus
CLP 6441, Individual Intelligence Testing: This course is designed to provide an indepth overview of the theories, research, and professional practice of assessing the intellectual ability of children, adolescents, and adults. The focus of the course is on developing knowledge about the theoretical and empirical foundation for, and the limitations of, the assessment of intellectual ability. In addition, the focus of the course is on development of practical skill and expertise in the process of administering, scoring, interpreting, and reporting the results of the most commonly used measures of intellectual ability. The final focus of the course is on developing knowledge of and appreciation for critical professional and ethical issues related to the practice of assessing intellectual ability. Syllabus
PCO 6206C, Ethical and Professional Issues in Counseling: This course is designed to provide the graduate student in counseling an in-depth review of critical issues in the practice of the profession of mental health counseling. The intent is to prepare the student for beginning "hands-on" training in mental health counseling which will take place in the student's practicum placement and internship. Issues of focus will include ethical standards, legal requirements, client rights, practice issues with special populations, and licensure. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be knowledgeable about ethical standards and legal responsibilities in the profession, be knowledgeable about Florida state regulations and licensure requirements for mental health counselors, be familiar with the professional issues and organizations related to the profession, be adequately prepared to begin the supervised practice of mental health counseling in an ethical and professional manner in a practicum placement. Syllabus
PCO 6946, Practicum in Counseling: The practicum course is designed to provide the beginning graduate student in counseling his/her first practical experience with mental health counseling in an applied setting. It serves as the arena for the practical application of theories and concepts of counseling that the student has learned in previous coursework. The student is assigned to a community agency which provides mental health services, and participates in the provision of services under the direct supervision of an experienced mental health professional in that agency. The emphasis of this experience is on development of skills in interviewing, assessment, and counseling. During the term, the student is placed in a community agency for 8-10 hours per week and completes at least 150 hours of field placement of which at least 40 will be in direct client contact. Syllabus
PCO 6948, Internship in Counseling: This course is a continuation of the student's practicum placement, but on a more extensive and intensive, usually full time, basis. The intern continues to participate in the full range of professional activities under the supervision of a mental health professional at the internship site. A weekly university based seminar accompanies this field placement. Students in the 60sh Licensure Option must register for more than one term (total of 9sh required) and will complete a minimum of 850 hours of field placement, of which at least 240 will be in direct client contact. An internship paper and portfolio are required. Students in the 42sh Non-Licensure Option must complete 3sh with at least 150 hours of field placement.
PCO 6990, Child Psychopathology: This course is intended to be an advanced level course focusing on the etiology, classification, and treatment of a select group of child and adolescent psychological disorders that are most frequently encountered by professionals in mental health and educational settings. The course follows a seminar format, emphasizing active discussion among students and instructor to promote integration of theoretical concepts and creative problem-solving in empirically based treatment. The content of the course focuses on developmental issues, etiologic factors, assessment and diagnostic classification, and effective treatment. Syllabus
CLP 6990, Assessment in Counseling: This course is designed to give the student "hands-on", practical training in the process of clinical assessment in the mental health profession. It includes an introduction to the science and art of clinical assessment as a foundation for the actual practice of assessment in a mental health setting. The focus is on the use of assessment techniques, such as interviewing and psychological testing, in a professionally and ethically responsible manner. The course includes an experiential component in which the student will develop beginning skills in the use of clinical assessment techniques. This course is not a substitute for the supervised clinical experience required to establish competence in the independent use of clinical assessment techniques. As a graduate level course in clinical assessment, it is assumed that the student is familiar with various conditions or psychological disorders to be assessed and has mastered the content of a graduate level course in Psychopathology. Syllabus
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