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25.3.1 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
All courses listed will not necessarily be offered in any given year.
Some courses are restricted to students in the Clinical Program.
46-501. Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Psychology
The origin of modern psychology as a science and profession and the
philosophy of science underlying psychology. (2 hours a week.)
46-503. Biological Bases of Behaviour
Basic brain/behaviour relationships are explored in the context of
neuro-anatomical and neurotransmitter systems. Traditional theories of
brain function are reviewed and current brain modelling techniques are
introduced. Individual student presentations or projects based on reviews
of specialized brain systems are required. (2 hours a week.)
46-504. Human Ethology
An examination of the ethological/sociobiological theoretical perspective
and related methodological approaches as these are applied to human behaviour.
(2 hours a week.)
46-505. Cognitive Bases of Behaviour
Systems and methodologies in areas such as attention, perception, learning,
memory and thinking. (2 hours a week.)
46-512. Statistics for Graduate Study in Psychology I
Analysis of variance, including repeated measures and mixed designs.
Multiple comparisons. Matrix algebra. Multiple correlation and regression.
Partial and semipartial correlation. Factor analysis and multivariate analysis
of variance. Logistic regression and log-linear models. Multidimensional
scaling and cluster analysis. Computer analysis of multivariate data. (3
hours a week.)
46-513. Statistics for Graduate Study in Psychology II
Continuation of 46-512 (3 hours a week.)
46-514. Research Methods in Clinical Psychology
Review of research values and issues in clinical psychology; survey
and evaluation of common research designs and strategies in psychopathology,
personality, and psychotherapy. (Prerequisite: 46-510.) (3 hours a week.)
46-516. Applied Psychological Measurement
The basic principles of measurement and how they are applied in the
construction and evaluation of surveys, tests, and scales will be covered.
Also examined will be special problems characteristic of various approaches
to measurement, such as the role of sampling in survey work. (Prerequisite:
46-512.) (2 hours a week.)
46-517. Qualitative Methods
An examination of theory, methods, and inference related to qualitative
methodologies. Approaches to be covered include topics such as interviewing,
case studies, ethnography, semiotics, narrative inquiry, discourse analysis,
archival research, projective techniques, and hermeneutics. (2 hours a
week.)
46-518. Introduction to Data Analysis
Students will be provided with a practical introduction to statistics
for health and behavioural sciences research. Particular emphasis will
be placed on the execution and interpretation of univariate and multivariate
data analysis using SPSS for Windows. The general aim of the course is
to prepare students to collect and analyze data for Master's level quantitative
research. (2 hours a week.)
46-519. Research Project in Child Development I
An overview of resources and methods used in child development research
and the development of a proposal for a research project. (2 hours a week.)
46-520. Research Project in Child Development II
An overview of statistical methods and computer programs utilized in
child development research and the completion of the research project developed
in 46-519. (2 hours a week)
46-523. Psychology of Animal Learning
Selected topics in current theoretical descriptions of operant and
Pavlovian conditioning in infrahuman organisms together with experimental
findings. (2 hours a week.) (Students who wish to pursue in a laboratory
setting some of the questions raised in the seminar should also register
for 46-604 either concurrently or sequentially.)
46-528. Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
Structure and function of the central nervous system. Selective study
of neurosciences related to arousal, motivation, and cognition. (3 hours
a week, combined laboratory and lectures.)
46-529. Structure and Function of the Brain
An in-depth study of selected neuro-anatomical and biochemical systems.
(Prerequisites: 46-336, 46-337, or equivalent.) (2 lecture, 2 laboratory
hours a week.)
46-530. Neuropathology and Neurological Diagnosis
A critical survey of research findings in neuropathology, emphasizing
the diagnostic significance of such data. (Prerequisite: 46-529.) (2 hours
a week.)
46-540. Developmental Psychopathology
Review and analysis of developmental theories and research describing
normal and abnormal development as pathways to adult outcome. (2 hours
a week.)
46-541. Cognitive Development
Review and comparison of major theoretical positions in cognitive development
and a consideration of research generated from these theories. (2 hours
a week.)
46-542. Emotion and Motivation in Human Development
An overview of contemporary theories of emotion and motivation with
emphasis on various phases of the life span. (2 hours a week.)
46-543. Social Development
An examination of theories of the socialization process and research
findings concerning social development in children. (2 hours a week.)
46-544. Language Development
A review of current theories and research in the area of children's
language acquisition and use. (2 hours a week.)
46-546. Psychology of the Family
Review and analysis of theory and research examining the impact of
family context on individual development. (2 hours a week.)
46-549. Psychogeriatrics
An examination of psychological problems of aging. The course will
include such topics as: psychosocial assessment (clinical, functional,
behavioural and environmental); mental health counselling (group and family
therapy); support systems; and family dynamics. (2 hours a week.)
46-560. Experimental Social Psychology
A survey of theory and research in experimental social psychology,
with an emphasis on experimental research methods. Topics will be chosen
from substantive areas such as impression formation, interpersonal attraction,
attitude formation and change, conformity, aggression, altruism, intergroup
relations, and personality and social behaviour. (2 hours a week.)
46-563. Theories of Social Psychology
A critical analysis of theoretical approaches such as social cognition,
social learning, group dynamics, symbolic interaction, social constructionism,
and postmodernism. (2 hours a week.)
46-566. Program Evaluation
An examination of theory, research, and analytical methods appropriate
to the planning, design, implementation, and utilization of program evaluation
in educational, social and other organizational settings. Students will
apply program evaluation techniques in applied settings. (2 hours a week.)
46-572. Psychology of Personality
A survey of theory and related research in personality. Topics will
be chosen from particular theoretical approaches such as psychoanalysis,
phenomenology, and behaviourism, and related substantive areas such as
personality measurement, development, structure, and dynamics. (2 hours
a week.)
46-575. Psychology of Women
A survey of psychological research and theoretical approaches to the
study of women past and present. The course will focus on one topic within
the field in considerable detail (e.g., violence against women, women and
"mental health"), or will cover feminist research and theory in psychology
more generally, using a number of topics as exemplars. (2 hours a week.)
46-580. Psychopathology
Survey of issues, diagnostic categories, etiological perspectives,
and research in psychopathology. Emphasises is on adult psychopathology,
but the course includes an introduction to childhood disorders. (3 hours
a week.)
46-581. Ethical and Professional Issues in Psychology
Ethics and standards of psychological practice and research are reviewed.
Legislation, privileged communication, confidentiality, informed consent,
private practice, patient rights and sexism are among the topics discussed.
(3 hours a week.)
46-582. Clinical Assessment I
Assessment of mental status and intelligence; evaluation of the clinical
utility and psychometric properties of standardized intelligence tests.
Focus is on assessment of older adolescents and adults. Students practice
administration, scoring, and interpretation of tests, and develop basic
report writing skills. (Limited to Clinical Program students.) (3 seminar,
3 laboratory/practicum hours a week.)
46-583. Clinical Assessment II
Assessment of personality and psychopathology; evaluation of the clinical
utility and psychometric properties of major personality instruments. Focus
is on assessment of older adolescents and adults. Students build on skills
developed in 46-582 and practice administration, scoring, and interpretation
of tests, case formulation, and report writing. (Prerequisite: 46-582.)
(3 seminar, 3 laboratory/practicum hours a week.)
46-584. Clinical Practice
Further exploration of assessment issues such as: the interview process,
rationale for assessment, test selection, report writing, recent developments
in assessment, and professional issues. (Corequisite or prerequisite: 46-583.)
(3 hours a week.)
46-585. Advanced Clinical Practice
Provides opportunities for students to develop and discuss comprehensive
clinical presentations based on case samples. Emphasis is on understanding
how psychopathology impacts on the assessment process and on treatment
selection. (Prerequisite: 46-584.) (3 hours a week.)
46-586. Behavioural Pharmacology
A review and comparison of the major pharmacological agents utilized
clinically to affect changes in human behaviour. (2 hours a week.)
46-602. Selective Readings in Psychology
(2 hours a week.)
46-604. Special Projects in Psychological Research
(2 hours a week.)
46-606. Seminar
(2 hours a week.)
46-640. Child-Clinical Neuropsychology (Theory and Research)
A survey of the literature dealing with brain-behaviour relationships
in children. Topics emphasized include the following: the effect of brain
dysfunction on perception, learning, memory, language and thinking; learning
disabilities; mental subnormality. (Prerequisites: 46-336 and 46-337, or
equivalent.) (2 hours a week.)
46-641. Child-Clinical Neuropsychology (Assessment)
An examination of neuropsychological tests currently in use for the
assessment of brain-behaviour relationships in children. Topics emphasized
include the following: strategies and techniques of assessment; rationales
underlying the use of various measures; modes of interpretation; approaches
to habilitation and rehabilitation. (Limited to Clinical Program students.)
(Prerequisites: 46-336 and 46-337, or equivalent.) (2 hours a week.)
46-642. Adult Clinical Neuropsychology (Theory and Research)
A survey of the literature dealing with brain-behaviour relationships
in adults. Topics emphasized include the following: the effect of brain
dysfunction on perception, learning, and thinking, memory disorders; personality
disorders associated with cerebral dysfunction. (Prerequisites: 46-336
and 46-337, or equivalent.) (2 hours a week.)
46-643. Adult Clinical Neuropsychology Assessment)
An examination of neuropsychological test batteries currently in use
for the assessment of brain-behaviour relationships in adults. Topics emphasized
include the following: strategies and techniques of assessment; rationales
underlying the use of various measures; modes of interpretation; approaches
to rehabilitation. (Limited to Clinical Program students.) (Prerequisite:
46-642.) (2 hours a week.)
46-644. Neuropsychology of Learning Disabilities
An examination of neuropsychological approaches to the understanding,
assessment and treatment of reading, spelling, arithmetic and social learning
disabilities in children and adults. (Prerequisites: 46-336 and 46-337,
or equivalent.) (2 hours a week.)
46-645. Neuropsychological Aspects of Rehabilitation
A study of the literature and the methods currently employed in the
treatment of brain-injured adults. Topics to be stressed include epidemiology
and societal impact, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and both the
theories and practices of rehabilitation. (2 hours a week.)
46-646. Developmental Pediatrics
An examination of neurological, genetic, and other medical/developmental
issues in infancy and early childhood. (2 hours a week.)
46-648. Neuropsychology of Aging
A survey of the literature dealing with brain-behaviour relationships
across the older adult life span. Emphasis is given to the understanding
and assessment of normal and dysfunctional aspects of cognitive and affective
development in adulthood and aging. (2 hours a week.)
46-650. Advanced Child Psychopathology
A survey of the literature dealing with child psychopathology. Current
theory and research and their implications for clinical practice. (2 hours
a week.)
46-651. Survey of Child Psychotherapies
Introduction to psychotherapy with children with an emphasis on fundamental
principles and empirical foundations of effective psychotherapy. Several
treatment approaches are studied. (Prerequisite: 46-650.) (2 hours a week.)
46-652. Child-Clinical Assessment I
Investigation of the construction, selection, evaluation and use of
ability tests. Practicum in assessment of children's intelligence and achievement.
(Limited to Clinical Program students.) (Prerequisite: 46-582 or consent
of instructor.) (2 lecture hours a week, plus laboratory and practicum.)
46-653. Child-Clinical Assessment II
Investigation of the construction, selection, evaluation, and use of
tests designed for the assessment of children's personality and behaviour.
Practicum in administration, interpretation, and communication of results
of comprehensive test batteries. (Limited to Clinical Program students.)
(Prerequisites: 46-583 and 46-652.) (2 lecture hours a week, plus laboratory
and practicum.)
46-654. Adolescent Psychopathology
A survey of the literature dealing with adolescent psychopathology.
Emphasis is given to current theory and research and their implications
for clinical (2 hours a week.)
46-660. Community Psychology
Theory, research and practice in community psychology from clinical
and social psychological perspectives. A variety of topics will be selected
from a range of cultural studies and interpretative sources. (2 hours a
week.)
46-661. Industrial Psychology
This course covers topics of individual and group differences as related
to work, job analysis and evaluation, personnel selection (including employment
testing and interviewing), performance appraisal, training and development,
environment and safety. The course examines theories, research, and case
studies of real-world problems. (2 hours a week.)
46-662. Health Psychology
An overview of health psychology, with emphasis on contributions made
by psychology to the areas of health promotion, prevention and treatment
of illness, modification of unhealthy behaviours, and improvement of health
delivery. Application of the biopsychological model to health-related research
and practice will be examined. (2 hours a week.)
46-665. Organizational Psychology
The social psychology of behaviour in organizations. Topics include
models for conceptualizing organizations and identifying problems and methods
for analyzing and solving problems in areas such as motivation, leadership,
satisfaction and communication. (3 hours a week.)
46-667. Organization Development
The organization development approach: the consultant and organizational
change; consultation techniques (survey feedback, team building, experiential
groups); participative management and leadership style. (3 hours a week.)
46-670. Applied Social Psychology
A survey of theory and research in applied social psychology, with
an emphasis on applied research methods. Topics will be chosen from substantive
areas such as organizational, health and community psychology, and areas
of application such as social change issues, business, education, environment
and law. (2 hours a week.)
46-671. Assessment for Developmental and Social Psychologists
Investigation of the development, selection, administration, scoring,
and integration of a variety of ability, aptitude, intelligence, achievement,
personality, interest, and other tests used in educational, human service,
industrial, and other organizational settings. (Prerequisite: 46-511 or
equivalent.) (4 hours a week, combined lecture and laboratory.)
46-673. Cultural Psychology
A survey of the emerging field of cultural psychology, covering the
areas of the self, emotion, cognition, motivation, development, social
relations, and other psychological constructs within the framework of meaning-making
and the cultural embeddedness of identity. Similarities and distinctions
between cultural psychology and cross-cultural psychology, psychological
and cognitive anthropology, ethnopsychology, and folk psychology will be
examined. The interdisciplinary nature of this field will be viewed from
both basic and applied perspectives. (2 hours a week.)
46-674 Introduction to Psychotherapy
Comparative analysis of major contemporary models of psychotherapy
with an emphasis on psychodynamic, behavioural, and experiential traditions.
The practicum portion of the course focuses on the development of basic
interviewing and therapeutic relationship skills. (Limited to Clinical
Program students.) (3 seminar, 3 laboratory/practicum hours a week.)
THERAPY COURSES
Therapy courses consist of courses numbered 46-675 through 46-697 as
listed below. Enrolment in the Clinical Program, 46-674, and consent of
the instructor are prerequisites for all therapy courses.
Therapy courses are taught over two terms. Seminars involve readings,
discussion, and presentations on the theory, relevant research, techniques,
and processes that are specific to the therapeutic approach under consideration.
Practica involve supervised experience appropriate to the therapeutic modality.
At least three different therapy course sequences will be offered in
each academic year, but offerings will vary from year to year depending
upon demand and the availability of qualified instructors.
All therapy courses consist of two seminar hours a week, plus two to
four hours of practicum a week.
46-675. Child Psychotherapy I
A survey of approaches to psychotherapy with children, including supervised
clinical work in psychotherapy with children and their families. (Prerequisite:
46-680.) (2 lecture, 2 practicum hours a week.)
46-676. Child Psychotherapy II
An application of several models of psychotherapy with children and
their families, including supervised clinical work. (Prerequisite:
46-654.) ( 2 practicum hours a week.)
46-677. Adolescent Psychotherapy I
Examination of the theory, research, and practice of clinical interventions
with adolescents with an emphasis on fundamental principles and empirical
foundations of effective psychotherapy. Supervised practicum included.
(2 lecture, 2 practicum hours a week.)
46-678. Adolescent Psychotherapy II
Continuation of 46-477.
46-679. Short Term and Crisis Intervention I
Theory and practice of time-limited psychotherapy and crisis intervention.
Lectures, reviews of major dynamic schools and role playing. (Prerequisite:
at least one two-term therapy course sequence.)
46-680. Short Term and Crisis Intervention II
Supervised practicum in time-limited psychotherapy and crisis intervention.
Clinical Students will carry two therapy clients at any given time under
supervision (Prerequisite: 46-679.)
46-681. Behaviour Therapy I
An examination of the theory, research, and practice of learning based
behaviour change strategies. The emphasis will be on respondent and operant-based
procedures, and will include social learning.
46-682. Behaviour Therapy II
Students will have the opportunity to apply behavioural techniques
and change processes to selected clients. Emphasis will be placed on behavioural
assessment and the systematic remediation of clinical problems through
the application of respondent and operant techniques. (Prerequisite: 46-681.)
46-683. Systems Approaches to Psychotherapy I
46-684. Systems Approaches to Psychotherapy II
Continuation of 46-683.
46-685. Psychodynamic Therapy I
46-686. Psychodynamic Therapy II
Continuation of 46-685.
46-687. Group Therapy I
46-688. Group Therapy II
Continuation of 46-687.
46-690. Family Therapy I
46-691. Family Therapy II
Continuation of 46-690.
46-692. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy I
46-693. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy II
Continuation of 46-692.
46-694. Experiential Psychotherapy I
An introduction to humanistic/experiential psychotherapy (an introduction
of the person-centered, gestalt, experiential, and existential perspectives),
with an emphasis on developing one's talents in the nonspecific relationship
factors central to all modes of psychotherapy. The humanistic/experiential
approach emphasizes the development and use of therapist, as well as client,
self-awareness, and is presented through didactic and experiential seminars.
(Prerequisite: consent of instructor.) (4 hours a week.)
46-695. Experiential Psychotherapy II
Further development of the humanistic experiential approach to psychotherapy,
with emphasis on its methods and on its application to particular syndromes,
situations, and populations. Focus is placed on therapist understanding
and experience of issues relevant to childhood abuse, spirituality, substance
abuse, vicarious traumatization, gender, and race. (Prerequisite: 46-694.)
(4 hours a week.)
46-696. Contemporary Issues in the Practice of Psychotherapy I
Presentation, discussion, and practice of a humanistic/experiential
model of psychotherapy which integrates client-centred, gestalt, and existential
perspectives. Focus is placed on the humanistic/experiential understanding
of human functioning, human change processes, and the role of psychotherapy
and of the therapist in supporting change.
46-697. Contemporary Issues in the Practice of Psychotherapy II
The humanistic/experiential approach will be applied to particular
syndromes, situations, and populations in a supervised practicum. Focus
will be placed on therapist experience and understanding of issues relevant
to childhood abuse, spirituality, substance abuse, vicarious traumatization,
gender, and race. (Prerequisite: 46-696.)
46-698. Advanced Psychotherapy
Lectures, readings, and supervised clinical work in psychotherapy at
an advanced and specialized level, with an emphasis on relating types of
psychopathology and modes of psychotherapy. (Prerequisites: at least one
two-term therapy course sequence and consent of the instructor.)
46-699. Supervised Therapy Practice
Under this course number, advanced clinical students are permitted
to carry one or two therapy cases under the close supervision of a clinical
faculty member or associate. (Students may register in 46-699 for more
than one term.) (Prerequisite: 46-698.)
46-701. Clinical Assessment Practicum
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the development of skills related to interviewing, use of clinical assessment
instruments, case formulation, and report writing. (Prerequisites: 46-582,
46-583, and consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (500 hours minimum
of supervised practicum.)
46-702. Clinical Practicum I
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the development of basic clinical skills in preparation for practice
and/or research. (Prerequisite: consent of the Director of Clinical Training.)
(100 hours minimum of supervised practicum.)
46-703. Clinical Practicum II
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the development of basic clinical skills in preparation for practice
and/or research. (Prerequisite: consent of the Director of Clinical Training.)
(100 hours minimum of supervised practicum.)
46-704. Predoctoral Clinical Internship I
A one-year, half-time internship in an approved clinical setting. (Prerequisites:
completion of M.A. requirements and consent of the Director of Clinical
Training.) (1000 hours of supervised internship.)
46-705. Predoctoral Clinical Internship II
A one-year, half-time internship in an approved clinical setting. (Prerequisites:
46-704, completion of all required courses except 46-742 and 46-798, and
consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (1000 hours of supervised
internship.)
46-706. Predoctoral Clinical Internship III
A one-year, full-time internship in a CPA- and/or APA-accredited clinical
setting. (Prerequisites: completion of all required courses and consent
of the Director of Clinical Training.) (2000 hours of supervised internship.)
46-707. Clinical Supervision Traineeship
Advanced clinical students may apply for the Clinical Supervision Traineeship
at the on-campus Psychological Service Centre (PSC). This training experience
may be taken at other approved facilities. The traineeship involves seminars,
supervised practice, and directed readings intended to prepare the trainee
for future clinical supervision roles. (Prerequisites: 46-704, completion
of all core clinical courses, at least two 600-level therapy courses, at
least three of 46-702, 46-703, 46-708, 46-709, 46-710, and consent of the
Director of Clinical Training and the agency Training Coordinator.)
46-708. Advanced Clinical Assessment Practicum
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the continued preparation for practice and/or research related to interviewing,
use of clinical assessment instruments, case formulation, and report writing.
(Prerequisites: 46-701 and consent of the Director of Clinical Training.)
(100 hours minimum of supervised practicum.)
46-709. Advanced Clinical Practicum I
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the continued preparation for practice and/or research. (Prerequisites:
46-702, 46-703, and consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (100
hours minimum of supervised practicum.)
46-710. Advanced Clinical Practicum II
Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus
on the continued preparation for practice and/or research. (Prerequisites:
46-709 and consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (100 hours minimum
of supervised practicum.)
46-711. Supervised Field Work I
(250 hours of supervised practice.)
46-712. Supervised Field Work II
(250 hours of supervised practice.)
46-713. Half-time Clinical Practicum I
Half-time supervised experience in an approved setting with a focus
on preparation for clinical research and/or practice. Experience may emphasize
development of assessment or clinical intervention skills. (Prerequisite:
consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (500 hours of supervised
practicum.)
46-714. Half-time Clinical Practicum II
Half-time supervised experience in an approved setting with a focus
on preparation for clinical research and/or practice. Experience may emphasize
development of assessment or clinical intervention skills. (Prerequisite:
consent of the Director of Clinical Training.) (500 hours of supervised
practicum.)
46-715. Psychological Services Centre Predoctoral Internship I
A one-term, half-time internship at the Psychological Services Centre.
(Prerequisites: completion of M.A. requirements and consent of the Director
of Clinical Training.) (350 hours of supervised internship.)
46-716. Psychological Services Centre Predoctoral Internship II
A one-term, half-time internship at the Psychological Services Centre.
(Prerequisites: completion of M.A. requirements and consent of the Director
of Clinical Training.) (350 hours of supervised internship.)
46-717. Psychological Services Centre Predoctoral Internship III
A one-term, half-time internship at the Psychological Services Centre.
(Prerequisites: completion of M.A. requirements and consent of the Director
of Clinical Training.) (350 hours of supervised internship.)
46-721. Applied Social Psychology Practicum
Problem solving in work settings, applying methods of community psychology,
organizational psychology, and other fields of applied psychology. Students
consult and work directly with a group or organization on a project selected
for value to the organization and to the student. (2 class hours biweekly
over 2 terms; 100 practicum hours.)
46-722. Consultation and Intervention Skills in Applied Social Psychology
This course provides students with skills for intervention with groups
and organizations in community and business settings. Students will receive
hands-on practice through participation in and delivery of workshops. Three
workshops will focus on core skills such as communications, problem solving,
and small group process. Two workshops will be designed to meet participant
interests (e.g., conflict management, negotiation, leadership, stress management.)
(30 hours over 2 terms.)
46-731. Applied Social Doctoral Internship I
(250 hours of supervised internship.)
46-732. Applied Social Doctoral Internship II
(250 hours of supervised internship.)
46-733. Applied Social Doctoral Internship III
(250 hours of supervised internship.)
46-734. Applied Social Doctoral Internship IV
(250 hours of supervised internship.)
46-741. Comprehensive Examination
Preparation through independent study for the written Comprehensive
Examination. Students may register in 46-741 for a maximum of three consecutive
terms. (Prerequisite: completion of M.A. requirements.)
46-742. Clinical Proficiency Examinations
Preparation through independent study for written and oral Clinical
Proficiency Examinations. Students may register in 46-742 for a maximum
of three consecutive terms. (Prerequisites: 46-704 and 46-705, and completion
of at least 75% of 46-706.)
46-797. M.A. Thesis Research
46-798. Doctoral Dissertation Research
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