General Psychology (GC)

Summary

The certificate is designed for teachers of psychology at the high school level who need graduate-level coursework in psychology to further their knowledge of the discipline and/or meet post-secondary faculty qualifications for accreditation. The certificate provides a broad exposure to the major areas of psychology, as well as opportunities to apply psychological science to real-world issues.

Catalog Year

2021-2022

Degree

Certificate

Total Credits

18

Locations

Mankato

Online

Program Requirements

Unrestricted Electives

Choose 14 - 17 credits of graduate courses in Psychology. Please contact the Department of Psychology to discuss other potential options for electives—all 500- or 600-level courses offered in the department of Psychology, as well as those offered as workshops or special topics courses, can also be applied to the required electives for this certificate, with departmental approval.

Examination of the historical origins of the principal contemporary psychological theories.

Prerequisites: none

This course provides a broad overview and analysis of the major theories of human and animal learning.

Prerequisites: none

This course covers experimental and behavioral studies of human memory including long and short-term memory, memory for text, pictures, spatial information, and autobiographical events. Emphasis on real-world situations, including education, in which memory and learning play a role.

Prerequisites: none

An examination and evaluation of selected topics dealing with human information processing such as attention, memory, pattern recognition, consciousness, language, dyslexia, decision making, and problem-solving.

Prerequisites: none

Biological foundations of the actions of psychoactive drugs. Neuroanatomy structure and function, neurophysiology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be covered in detail. Relevant classes of drugs will be highlighted with an eye toward their history, mechanisms of action, effects, and treatments.

Prerequisites: none

Biological basis of psychological processes and behavior. Neuroanatomy, neural function, and laboratory methods of investigation will be explored in relation to topics such as sleep, memory, language, intelligence and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: none

Physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and personality development from conception to preadolescence. Focus on interplay between maturation and experience.

Prerequisites: none

This class covers the development of the individual from the age of 11 to 19 years of age. Discussion will include aspects of both normal and abnormal development.

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Exploring factors affecting leadership and effective group processes through lectures and discussions of theories and findings and through experiential activities.

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An in-depth examination of social psychological research in laboratory and field settings.

Prerequisites: none

Advanced Cognitive Psychology introduces students to key research papers in the field of human cognition. Through reading, writing, and the study of experimental design, students will advance their understanding of cognitive psychology and develop their ability to critically review and evaluate research.

Prerequisites: none

This course is designed to increase the student's awareness and understanding of abnormal psychology. Students will become familiar with clinical descriptions, course of onset, and treatment regimens specific to various disorders.

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Psychological study of women in historical and functional perspective. Role of hereditary, physiological, and socialization variables on women's thinking, feelings and behavior.

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Analysis of product marketing and consumer purchasing strategies and their determinants.

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The interface of behavioral and medical science is explored. Research on environmental and learning factors in the etiology and treatment of physical disease and rehabilitation is examined. Specific topics include pain management, medical compliance, behavior disorders in nursing homes, and chronic illnesses. Prerequisite: Three courses in PSYC V

Prerequisites: none

On-site field experience teaching within the discipline of Psychology at the secondary or post-secondary level. Teaching placement is in place and arranged by the student before enrolling in this course.

Prerequisites: none

Specific topics depend on the instructor; all will focus on applications of psychology in current contexts and/or issues. May be retaken for credit.

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Topics to be announced. May be retaken for credit. V

Prerequisites: none

The purpose of this course is to provide a broad overview to the discipline of psychology, covering a range of content areas, including neuroscience, development, cognition, social behavior, and abnormal psychology. The course will emphasize understanding relevant theories in psychology via application and analysis of ideas, and engagement with current research in the field.

Prerequisites: none

Capstone Course

Choose credits to reach 18 total credits for this certificate.

This course involves the preparation of a professional portfolio showing the connection of current work related to psychology to content, theories, and / or ideas within the discipline.

Prerequisites: none