Web Schedule Summer 2024

Psychology Courses

The courses listed below are being offered this semester at CCV locations around the state or online. Click on the Course Number link to see detailed information regarding locations, dates and times.

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PSY-1010 - Introduction to Psychology
3 Credits
This course is a survey of the basic issues, concepts, theories, and methods of psychology. Students explore the scientific approach to understanding human behavior through a study of sensory processes, perception, emotion, motivation, intelligence, learning, and personality formation.

PSY-1020 - Child Abuse & Neglect
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the history, cultural context, and issues of child abuse and neglect. Topics include identification, treatment, and prevention of child abuse and neglect. Students will analyze the roles of state agencies and departments, Vermont laws and procedures, and requirements for reporting child abuse and neglect.

PSY-1050 - Human Growth & Development
3 Credits
This course is a survey of human growth and development throughout the life cycle including physical, cognitive, linguistic, ethical, and psychosocial dimensions.

PSY-1060 - Introduction to Health Psychology
3 Credits
Examines ways in which psychological factors can affect health and well being as well as the influences of cultural and biopsychosocial factors on mental and physical health and health/illness related behaviors. Topics include primary prevention of illness, health enhancing and health damaging behaviors, psychosomatic illness, stress and coping, pain management, and how individuals interact with the health care system.

PSY-1130 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the causes, symptoms, and stages of substance use disorders. Topics include factors which lead to substance use and abuse, signs and symptoms of abuse and addiction, stages of chemical dependency, and career opportunities for those interested in substance use disorder counseling and treatment. This course includes six hours of relevant ethics training.

PSY-2010 - Child Development
3 Credits
In this course, students will explore child development from conception through preadolescence. The course emphasizes physical, emotional, social, cognitive, behavioral, and communication development of the child. Topics include developmental theories, research, applications, and assessment tools.

PSY-2020 - Infant & Toddler Development
3 Credits
This course explores processes of human development from conception through 36 months of age. Emphasis is on the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth of infants and toddlers. Topics include developmental theories and research, assessment tools, inclusion, and design of curriculum for infants and toddlers.

PSY-2025 - Development of the Young Child: Ages 3 - 8
3 Credits
This course explores processes of human development from 36 months to eight years of age. Emphasis is on the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth of the child. Topics include developmental theories and research, assessment tools, design of inclusive integrated curriculum, and the concept of transition.

PSY-2040 - Social Psychology
3 Credits
A psychological approach to social phenomena through a systematic study of social factors in individual and group behaviors. Attention to social perception, motivation and learning, attitudes and norms, the development and dynamics of groups, and the effects of social and cultural factors on the individual.

PSY-2060 - Psychopathology
3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the study of psychopathology which explores the description, classification, and treatment of mental disorders. Topics will include anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and childhood disorders.

PSY-2155 - Trauma: Origins & Impacts
3 Credits
This course introduces students to a variety of viewpoints on human trauma from contemporary social science disciplines. Students will explore the nature and impact of trauma across the lifespan and will discuss current theories, research, and interventions. The course will examine societal impacts and responses to trauma from global, cultural, and historical perspectives. Recommended prior learning: Introduction to Psychology, Human Growth & Development, or Child Development.

PSY-2280 - Positive Psychology
3 Credits
This course examines factors under which humans are best able to thrive, providing tools and practices for healthy living. Positive psychology focuses on positive human growth and potential. Students explore how the principles of Positive Psychology relate to the overall well-being of individuals and communities.

Register November 6, 2023 - May 17, 2024 for Summer 2024 classes. Link to Registration.

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