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Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    14-18

  • Total Credit Hours

    84-140

The Clinical Psychology program at Hudson Bay University is dedicated to preparing students for careers in mental health and clinical practice. Students delve into the principles of clinical assessment, therapeutic techniques, and psychological research. They gain practical experience in clinical settings, enabling them to provide essential support to individuals facing psychological challenges. Graduates are equipped to work as clinical psychologists, therapists, or counselors, making a significant impact on the mental health and well-being of individuals.

FOUNDATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE AND BEHAVIORAL ANALYSIS:

The College of Psychology begins with a focus on the foundations of psychological science and behavioral analysis. Students delve into the principles of psychology, human behavior, and research methods. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to understand and address complex psychological phenomena.

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT INTERACTION:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Psychology places a strong emphasis on practical experience and interaction with clients. Students have opportunities to engage in clinical placements, conduct psychological assessments, and work with diverse populations. These experiences not only enhance their practical psychology skills but also provide valuable insights into the field of psychology.

GLOBAL PSYCHOLOGICAL ISSUES AND CROSS-CULTURAL RESEARCH:

The College of Psychology at Hudson Bay University is committed to addressing global psychological issues and fostering cross-cultural research. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on psychology and encourages students to engage in research projects with global impact. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs and collaborate with psychologists and researchers from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on psychology.

Introduction To Developmental Psychology (P-038)

Get an introduction to developmental psychology, covering the study of human development across the lifespan. Analyze psychological development, developmental theories, and factors influencing human growth.

Fundamentals Of Biological And Cognitive Psychology (P-066)

Explore the fundamentals of biological and cognitive psychology, focusing on the study of brain and behavior. Analyze cognitive processes, biological influences on behavior, and the integration of psychology and biology.

Introduction To Social Psychology (P-324)

Get an introduction to social psychology, covering the study of social interactions, group behavior, and the influence of others on individual behavior. Analyze social cognition, attitudes, and social psychology principles.

Introduction To Quantitative Psychology (P-470)

Gain an introduction to quantitative psychology, covering the use of statistics and quantitative methods in psychological research. Analyze statistical analysis, research design, and data interpretation in psychology.

Introduction To Abnormal Psychology (P-609)

Get an introduction to abnormal psychology, covering the study of psychological disorders, their causes, and treatment approaches. Analyze abnormal behavior, diagnostic criteria, and the psychology of mental health.

Foundations Of Psychology (P-655)

Explore the foundations of psychology, focusing on the fundamental principles and concepts of psychology as a discipline. Analyze psychological theories, research methods, and the history of psychology.

Introduction To Personality Psychology (P-835)

Gain an introduction to personality psychology, focusing on the study of personality traits, behavior, and individual differences. Analyze personality assessment, psychological traits, and the role of personality in psychology.

Fundamentals Of Physiological Psychology (P-851)

Explore the fundamentals of physiological psychology, emphasizing the physiological basis of behavior and the brain's role in mental processes. Analyze neural processes, sensory perception, and the connection between physiology and psychology.

Clinical Psychology Research Methods (CPS-153)

Covers research methods in clinical psychology, including experimental design, data analysis, and psychological assessment. Students gain research skills relevant to clinical practice.

Introduction To Psychotherapy (CPS-280)

Provides an introduction to psychotherapy techniques and approaches. Students study therapeutic interventions, counseling modalities, and the therapeutic relationship.

Ethics In Clinical Psychology (CPS-330)

Examines ethical and legal issues in clinical psychology practice. Students learn about confidentiality, informed consent, and ethical decision-making in clinical settings.

Introduction To Behavior Therapy (CPS-365)

Introduces behavior therapy and its applications. Students study behavior modification techniques and evidence-based interventions for psychological disorders.

Introduction To Clinical Psychology (CPS-530)

Provides an introduction to clinical psychology, covering the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders. Students gain insights into clinical practice.

Child Clinical Psychology (CPS-736)

Focuses on child clinical psychology, including child assessment, therapeutic techniques, and developmental issues. Students learn to work with children and adolescents.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
ASSOCIATE TO BACHELOR'S DEGREE (ABP) $18,480
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $18,480
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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

84-140

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

14-18

Introduction To Developmental Psychology (P-038)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Identity
     Human Communication
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Growth Dynamics
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Relationships
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Emotions And Feelings
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A Quality Life

Fundamentals Of Biological And Cognitive Psychology (P-066)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cognitive Psychology: An Introduction
     The Cognitive Science Approach
     Perception And Pattern Recognition
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Attention
     Short-Term Working Memory
     Learning And Remembering
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Knowing
     Using Knowledge In The Real World
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Language
     Comprehension: Written And Spoken Language
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Decisions, Judgments, And Reasoning
     Problem Solving

Introduction To Social Psychology (P-324)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Theories And Methods In Social Psychology
     Person Perception
     Social Cognition
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Self
     Attitudes And Attitude Change
     Prejudice
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Influence
     Interpersonal Attraction
     Close Relationships
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behavior In Groups
     Gender
     Helping Behavior
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Aggression
     Social Psychology And Health
     Social Psychology And Law

Introduction To Quantitative Psychology (P-470)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Displaying The Order In A Group Of Numbers Using Tables And Graphs
     The Mean, Variance, Standard Deviation, And Z Scores
     Correlation And Prediction
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Some Key Ingredients For Inferential Statistics: The Normal Curve, Sample Versus Population, And Probability
     Introduction To Hypothesis Testing
     Hypothesis Tests With Means Of Samples
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Making Sense Of Statistical Significance: Effect Size And Statistical Power
     Introduction To The T Test: Single Sample And Dependent Means
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The T Test For Independent Means
     Introduction To The Analysis Of Variance
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Chi-Square Tests And Strategies When Population Distributions Are Not Normal
     Applying Statistical Methods In Your Own Research Project

Introduction To Abnormal Psychology (P-609)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Examples And Definitions Of Abnormal Behavior
     Causes Of Abnormal Behavior: A Systems Approach
     Treatment Of Psychological Disorders
     Classification And Assessment Of Abnormal Behavior
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mood Disorders And Suicide
     Anxiety Disorders
     Acute And Posttraumatic Stress Disorders, Dissociative Disorders, And Somatoform Disorders
     Stress And Physical Health
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Personality Disorders
     Eating Disorders
     Substance Use Disorders
     Sexual And Gender Identity Disorders
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Schizophrenic Disorders
     Dementia, Delirium, And Amnesic Disorders
     Mental Retardation And Pervasive Developmental Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Psychological Disorders Of Childhood
     Adjustment Disorders And Life-Cycle Transitions
     Mental Health And The Law

Foundations Of Psychology (P-655)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Science Of Psychology
     The Biological Basis Of Behavior
     Sensation And Perception
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     States Of Consciousness
     Learning
     Memory
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cognition And Mental Abilities
     Motivation And Emotion
     Life-Span Development
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Personality
     Stress And Health Psychology
     Psychological Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Therapies
     Social Psychology

Introduction To Personality Psychology (P-835)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Personality Theory
     Freud: Classical Psychoanalysis
     Analytical Psychology
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Erikson: Psychosocial Development
     Horney And Relational Theory: Interpersonal Psychoanalytic Theory
     Allport: Personological Trait Theory
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cattell And The Big Five: Factor Analytic Trait Theories
     Skinner And Staats: The Challenge Of Behaviorism
     Dollard And Miller: Psychoanalytic Learning Theory
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mischel And Bandura: Cognitive Social Learning Theory
     Kelly: Personal Construct Theory
     Rogers: Person-Centered Theory
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Maslow: Need Hierarchy Theory
     Buddhist Psychology: Lessons From Eastern Culture

Fundamentals Of Physiological Psychology (P-851)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Structure And Functions Of Cells Of The Nervous System
     Structure Of The Nervous System
     Psychopharmacology
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Methods And Strategies Of Research
     Vision
     Audition, The Body Senses, And The Chemical Senses
     Control Of Movement
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sleep And Biological Rhythms
     Reproductive Behahvior
     Emotion
     Ingestive Behavior
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Learning And Memory
     Human Communication
     Neurological Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Schizophrenia And The Affective Disorders
     Anxiety Disorders, Autistic Disorder, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, And Stress Disorders
     Drug Abuse

Clinical Psychology Research Methods (CPS-153)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Drawing Valid Inferences I: Internal And External Validity.
     Drawing Valid Inferences Ii: Construct And Statistical Conclusion Validity
     Sources Of Artifact And Bias
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Selection Of The Research Problem And Design
     Experimental Research: Group Designs
     Control And Comparison Groups
     Assessing The Impact Of The Experimental Manipulation
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Observational Research: Case-Control And Cohort Designs
     The Case Study And Single-Case Research Designs
     Evaluation Of The Single Case In Clinical Work
     Qualitative Research Methods: An Overview
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessment Methods And Strategies
     Assessment And Evaluation Of Interventions
     Statistical Methods Of Data Evaluation
     Interpretation Of The Data
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Issues And Guidelines For Research
     Publication And Communication Of Research Findings
     Closing Comments: Methodology In Perspective

Introduction To Psychotherapy (CPS-280)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Helping Relationships: From Core Dimensions To Brief Approaches
     Achieving A Personal And Professional Identity
     Diversity And Social Justice Issues In Counseling And Psychotherapy
     Psychoanalytic Theory
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Jungian Analytical Theory
     Adlerian Theory
     Existential Theory
     Person-Centered Theory
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Gestalt Theory
     Cognitive-Behavioral Theories
     Rational Emotive Behavior Theory
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Reality Therapy Theory
     Family Theory
     Feminist Theory
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Body-Centered Counseling And Psychotherapy
     Transpersonal Theory
     Integrative Approaches: Expressive Arts, Narrative, And Symbolism

Ethics In Clinical Psychology (CPS-330)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Ethical Issues And Decision-Making In Counseling
     Counseling And The Mental Health Professions
     Introduction To Ethical Principles And Standards In Counseling
     Ethics And The Law
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Values, Virtues, And Care Incounseling
     Ethical Decision-Making Processes
     Ethical Climate
     Office, Administrative, And Business Practices
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethics And Client Health
     Ethics And Technology
     Ethics And Multiculturalism
     Couple And Family Counseling
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
    
     Mental Health Counseling And Assessment
     Career Counseling
     Group Counseling
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Rehabilitation Counseling
     Addiction Counseling
     The Ethics Of Clinical Supervision
     The Ethical Professional Counselor

Introduction To Behavior Therapy (CPS-365)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Reinforcer (Positive Reinforcer)
     Reinforcement (Positive Reinforcement)
     Escape(Negative Reinforcement)
     Punishment(Positive Punishment)
     Penalty(Negative Punishment)
     Extinction (Following Reinforcement) And Recovery(Following Punishment)
     Differential Reinforcement And Punishment
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Shaping
     Unlearned Reinforcers And Aversive Conditions
     Special Motivating Operations
     Learned Reinforcers And Aversive Conditions
     Discrimination
     Complex Stimulus Control
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Imitation
     Avoidance
     Punishment By Prevention
     Ratio Schedules
     Interval Schedules
     Concurrent Contingencies
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behavioral Chains And Differential Reinforcement Of Low Rate
     Respondent Conditioning
     Rule-Governed Behavior: Concepts
     Rule-Governed Behavior: Applications
     Rule-Governed Behavior: Theory
     Pay For Performance
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Moral And Legal Control
     Sexuality Behavioral Stability Across Time And Space
     Maintenance
     Transfer
     Research Methods
     Jobs And Grad School

Introduction To Clinical Psychology (CPS-530)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction And Foundations
     History And Recent Developments
     Psychological Models In Clinical Psychology
     Biological Models In Clinical Psychology
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     General Issues In Psychological Assessment
     Clinical Interviewing
     Intellectual And Educational Assessment
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Personality Assessment
     Behavioral Assessment
     Psychotherapy: Research Issues And Efficacy
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
     Humanistic, Experimental, And Family Therapies
     Cognitive Behavioral Interventions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Clinical Neuropsychology
     Clinical Health Psychology
     Forensic Psychology

Child Clinical Psychology (CPS-736)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     The Developmental Psychopathology Perspective
     Influences And Risks In The Developmental Process
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Research: Its Role And Methods
     Classification, Assessment, And Treatment
     Anxiety Disorders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mood Disorders
     Conduct Problems
     Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Language And Learning Disorders
     Mental Retardation
     Autism And Schizophrenia
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Disorders Of Basic Physical Functions
     Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Condition
     Evolving Concerns For Youth
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