Biopsychology
Students will be introduced to the interface between biology and psychology. Topics covered include biological basis of behavior, psychophysiology, affective and behavioral neuroscience, and behavioral genetics.
Abnormal Psychology
A study of the major mental disorders as defined by the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. This course will briefly survey both factors contributing to these disorders and treatment options. Offered every fall. (Prerequisite: HCP 201 or specific permission of instructor.)
Personality Theory
A survey of the major theories of personality with supportive and critical evidence considered. Approaches surveyed will include: Psychoanalytic; Ego Psychology; Trait; Cognitive; and Social Learning theories. Offered spring of odd years. (Prerequisite: HCP 201 or specific approval of the instructor.)
Psychology Elective
Psychology Elective
History & Systems of Psychology
An historical survey of the major systems and theories of psychology. Emphasis will be placed on how these historical systems relate to current theories. An overview of the major theories, concepts, issues, data, and research on psychotherapy including a discussion of each theory from a Christian perspective. Offered every fall. (Pre or Corequisite: HCP 201 […]
Christianity & the Behavioral Sciences
This seminar is the capstone course for the Counseling Psychology program. It will consider the current dialogue between Christianity and the Behavioral Sciences. Special topics for consideration may include ethics, social movements, apologetics, understanding religious experiences, treatment issues, research analysis, and professional and church relations. Student issues in these broad areas will influence choices for […]
Introduction to Statistics
This course is not part of the math secondary teacher education major. An introduction to quantitative methods in social science research. Topics include probability, descriptive statistics, and parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics. (Prerequisite: MAT 213, 220, 231, or instructor consent. Same as HCP 222, BUS 292. Offered Every Semester)