Provides foundational tools unique to the evaluation of psychiatric disorders and mental health problems and the assessment of cognitive/intellectual, emotional, socio-cultural and spiritual health of individuals, families, groups, and communities across the life span. Focus is on understanding interdisciplinary collaboration in the comprehensive assessment of the client experiencing serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems. The student will begin to integrate assessment findings into the formulation of diagnoses based on criteria set forth in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
NURS 5331 - Clinical Focus for Nurse Educator Clinical
1 (0-4)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN Nurse Educator Program.
This course lays the foundation for the series of nurse educator courses to ensure advanced competence in a clinical nursing area. In-depth review of the current professional literature and direct patient care clinical experience are required. After successful completion of the nurse educator program, the graduate will be prepared to take a national certification examination in the selected specialty.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MSN Nurse Educator Program.
This course lays the foundation for the series of nurse educator courses to ensure advanced competence in a clinical nursing area. In-depth review of the current professional literature and direct patient care clinical experience are required. After successful completion of the nurse educator program, the graduate will be prepared to take a national certification examination in the selected specialty.
Focuses on the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in individuals. The student begins with an assessment of the relationship with self as a foundation for understanding therapeutic relationships. Diagnostic evaluation will include development of interview techniques, mental status examination, and tools unique to the evaluation of psychiatric and mental health problems. Management of mental health problems in individuals will include both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions, including individual counseling in the client with serious/persistent mental health problems. A supervised practicum in individual therapies is required.
Building on NURS 5183 and NURS 5193, provides students with the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and theories in the application of primary care health management across the lifespan. This course is the capstone practicum experience for the family nurse practitioner program.
Focuses on the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in individuals. The student begins with an assessment of the relationship with self as a foundation for understanding therapeutic relationships. Diagnostic evaluation will include development of interview techniques, mental status examination, and tools unique to the evaluation of psychiatric and mental health problems. Management of mental health problems in individuals will include both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions, including individual counseling in the client with serious/persistent mental health problems. A supervised practicum in individual therapies is required.
Building on NURS 5183 and NURS 5193, provides students the opportunity to synthesize knowledge and theories in the application of primary care health management across the lifespan. This course is the capstone practicum experience for the family nurse practitioner program.
Focuses on the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in groups and families. Theoretical foundations and intervention approaches for group and family therapies will be explored. A supervised practicum in group and family therapies is required.
Focuses on the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in groups and families. Theoretical foundations and intervention approaches for group and family therapies will be explored. A supervised practicum in group and family therapies is required.
Focuses on the integration of theory, evaluation, and intervention techniques in the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in individuals, groups, and families. A supervised clinical practicum is required. Regular collaborative consultation for case discussions and group supervision is required.
Focuses on the integration of theory, evaluation, and intervention techniques in the diagnosis and management of serious/persistent psychiatric disorders and mental health problems in individuals, groups, and families. A supervised clinical practicum is required. Regular collaborative consultation for case discussions and group supervision is required.
Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate statistics course and NURS 5241/NURS 5242 pre/co-requisite.
Provides an introduction to both theory and method of evaluation in nursing education. The focus is on assessment of process and outcome related to nursing education in both classroom and clinical settings, at the level of the individual learner, course, and program. Ethical and legal issues in evaluation are also considered.
This course is the first of a 3-course sequence designed to assist the student in the development of an evidence-based project. The focus of this course is the project planning process. The student will develop a project topic within the context of the social, economic, political, technological, ethical, and legal forces influencing advance practice. The student will develop a problem statement and rationale for the project and compose measurable, pertinent, and time specific objectives.
This course is the second of a 3-course sequence designed to assist the student in the development of an evidence-based project. This course adds to the project planning skills gained in NURS 6843. The focus of this course is performing a risk analysis, developing a timeline for project activities, identifying and communicating with stakeholders, selecting appropriate measures for objectives, identifying resources, and developing a project budget.
This course is the third of a 3-course sequence designed to assist the student in the development of an evidence-based project. The focus of this course is developing a project evaluation plan, obtaining and providing peer critique, and delivering a professional presentation of the final project plan.
Prerequisite(s): All graduate nursing core courses or permission from the graduate/program coordinator.
In-depth studies of selected topics in nursing. Can also be used for additional clinical experience in which case the number of contact hours is the number of credit hours multiplied by 4. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Topics may vary.
Prerequisite(s): All graduate nursing core courses or permission from the graduate/program coordinator.
In-depth studies of selected topics in nursing. Can also be used for additional clinical experience in which case the number of contact hours is the number of credit hours multiplied by 4. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Topics may vary.
Prerequisite(s): All graduate nursing core courses or permission from the graduate/program coordinator.
In-depth studies of selected topics in nursing. Can also be used for additional clinical experience in which case the number of contact hours is the number of credit hours multiplied by 4. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Topics may vary.
POLS 5013 - Scope and Methods of Political Science
3 (3-0)
Intensive examination of bibliography, scope, methods, and concepts of political science. Includes study of the philosophy of social science and quantitative analysis through applied research topics.
United States Congress: This class explores the process by which the U.S. Congress has been institutionalized throughout American history to create a political entity whose main role is to protect the interests of its members. Students will be taught not only how the U.S. Congress works, but the theories and concepts that underscore how Congress has become the institution we see today.
POLS 5173 - Organizational Behavior and Decision Making
3 (3-0)
Examines individual, interpersonal and group behavior in the organizational context utilizing both theoretical and quantitative approaches in the study of these concepts.
An examination of the scope of the powers of the major institutions of the federal government, as well as the interplay between the federal and state governments in US Supreme Court cases. The course utilizes Political Science theories and literature to explore the political system and social forces that influence constitutional development in the United States.
The course explores the socio-political forces influencing constitutional development in the United States of civil rights and civil liberties through the political science literature and theories regarding Supreme Court decisions and their impact on society.
An advanced study of political protest concentrating on the dynamics of the interactions between the regime and the dissidents. This course provides students with both a factual background of modern political revolutions and protest movements and examines such theoretical issues as the collective action problem, relative depravation, and resource mobilization theory.
This course is a graduate course in feminist political thought, which uses the lens of feminist theory to explore and critique political thought, but it also examines the intersection of systems of inequality in the lives of women and the feminist project. It uses feminist theories to explore the complexity of patriarchy and the applicaiton of feminist theories to conceptions of equality and the dismantling of systems of discrimination and oppression. Students will engage with the literature of the field to develop their own critical lenses through which to explore feminist theories in their particular areas of research.
This course introduces students to African politics and society by depicting in broad strokes the complexities and diversities of the African world since independence, and investigates new paths of understanding into intricate dynamics.
POLS 5583 - Government and Politics of Latin America
3 (3-0)
An advanced study of the political institutions and processes of eight Latin American countries. Special attention is given to such contemporary topics that affect the region as populism, bureaucratic authoritarianism, drug trafficking, human rights, and neo-Liberal reform.
This course examines the political institutions and structures of China, India, and Southeast Asia. A series of contemporary topics will be examined including intrastate conflicts, dictatorships, economic booms and recessions, corruption, and regime transitions.
A study of the nation-state system; critical analysis of principles, problems, and factors involved in the foreign policies and relations of the various states.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 4003 or consent of instructor.
A survey of contemporary theories of learning and the application of principles of learning. Includes such topics as social and cognitive theories of learning and behavior analysis and modification.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 3313 and 4703 or consent of instructor.
Fundamentals of analysis of variance and nonparametric statistics, problems of psychological measurement and research design, and an introduction to multivariate design and analysis.
PSYC 5123 - Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
The course provides students with theoretical approaches for treating children and adolescents who display developmental difficulties or psychopathologies.
Theory and practice in the use of cognitive assessment procedures. Emphasis is on the administration, scoring, and reporting of results from common measures of intelligence and achievement.
PSYC 5143 - Ethics and Current Professional Issues
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor
A seminar concerned with the contemporary field of psychology as it relates to ethical, legal, and social issues. Emphasis is placed on the role of the psychologist in applied social, governmental, and community agencies, as well as in private practice.
A critical survey of the major theories of personality, including an exploration of the role of personality factors in the development of psychopathology.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 3603 or consent of instructor.
A survey of the historical views, alternative conceptualizations, and current representations of the major categories of psychopathology, with an applied emphasis on the diagnostic procedures of the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.
A critical survey of major theories of counseling including: effectiveness of therapy; models for assessing needs of clients; development and maintenance of cognitive, emotional, and/or behavioral problems; theory specific treatment goals; and the application of theory specific techniques.
An advanced overview of the theory, methods, and findings of social psychology. This course will focus on the impact of other people on the behavior and mental processes of the individual.
PSYC 5233 - Human Development Across the Life Span
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Study of developmental theories and tasks across the lifespan with emphasis on child and adolescent periods. Focus on social, personality, intellectual, and physical changes within each major lifespan period.
An advanced overview of the theory, methods, and findings of cognitive psychology. This course will focus on human information processing, with emphasis on topic such as memory, language, thinking, and problem solving.
The focus of this course is on the development of a therapeutic relationship with individuals and families from varying socioeconomic groups and differing cultural backgrounds. Considerations are given to behavioral and cultural issues, therapist credibility, acculturation, the impact of extended families, and the overdiagnosing of multicultural clients.
The focus of this course is on the interactions of the brain and human behavior. The course includes a survey of the organization of the nervous system, cellular organization, brain biochemical activity, and neurophysiology. Brain traumas, major psychiatric disorders, and degenerative disorders will be examined as to biological etiology and psychopharmacological interventions.
Clinical staffings provide the student with an opportunity to observe the clinical decision-making processes involved in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals and couples. During the first two semesters of enrollment, students will attend a weekly meeting during which licensed psychologists and graduate clinicians discuss ongoing clinical cases. May be repeated for credit.
Required for all Teaching Assistants during the first semester of teaching. A review and discussion of college teaching techniques, common problems encountered in teaching, and the theory and practice of evaluating students.
This course reviews theories and empirical findings on the causes, manifestations, consequences, and treatment of intimate partner violence and child maltreatment. The course will also explore the practical aspects of working with the legal system and child protective services.
Theories and applications of career assessment and counseling for populations including young adults, displaced workers, midlife career changers, and retirement-age individuals. Areas surveyed include theories of career choice and development, career assessment techniques, and career programs.
PSYC 6123 - Therapeutic and Psychoeducational Groups
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Examination of the development, implementation, and maintenance of therapeutic and psychoeducational groups. Includes a training group experience and the implementation of a psychoeducational workshop.
The course provides students with an introduction to systems theory, marriage and family therapy concepts, the genogram, and marriage and family theory. Families are looked at both from a family life cycle and individual perspective. Students apply the material to case studies throughout the semester.
Prerequisite(s): One course from each of the following three groups, to total 9 hours: PSYC 5153 or PSYC 5163; PSYC 5133 or PSYC 6143; PSYC 6113, consent of Director of Clinical Training; and completion of a criminal background check, which may include arrest and conviction data as well as plea bargains and deferred adjudications. Students will have an opportunity to clarify any criminal history records that are received.
Consists of 150 clock hours of work and study in an approved setting which provides psychological services such as a Community MHMR Center, a psychiatric hospital, or a counseling center. This work and study are to be supervised by a licensed psychologist.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptable completion of PSYC 6153 and consent of Director of Clinical Training.
A continuation of Practicum I consisting of 150 clock hours of work and study in an approved setting which provides psychological services such as a Community MHMR Center, a psychiatric hospital, or a counseling center. This work and study are to be supervised by a licensed psychologist.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptable completion of PSYC 6163 and consent of Director of Clinical Training.
A continuation of Practicum II consisting of 150 clock hours of work and study in an approved setting which provides psychological services such as a Community MHMR Center, a psychiatric hospital, or a counseling center. This work and study are to be supervised by a licensed psychologist.
A continuation of Practicum III (PSYC 6173) consisting of 150 clock hours of work and study in an approved setting which provides psychological services such as a Community MHMR Center, a psychiatric hospital, or a counseling center. This work and study are to be supervised by a licensed psychologist.
Prerequisite(s): Student must complete a Thesis Prospectus the semester prior to enrollment in PSYC 6983. The Thesis Prospectus must be approved by all committee members.
The primary goal of PSYC 6983 is the completion of a graduate committee-approved thesis research proposal. Failure during the first semester of enrollment in PSYC 6983 to complete the proposal, submit it to the graduate committee, and obtain committee approval to pursue the thesis research in PSYC 6993 will make the student ineligible to enroll in PSYC 6993. Under these circumstances, no credits will be granted for PSYC 6983 and the transcript grade will remain “X” which will not influence the student’s graduate GPA. Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the Department Chair.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 6983 and approval of thesis chairperson.
The primary goal of PSYC 6993 is the completion of a graduate committee-approved thesis. Students must be continually enrolled in PSYC 6993 in all semesters subsequent to completion of PSYC 6983 until such time as PSYC 6993 is completed.
PUAD 5001 - Directed Research in Public Administration
1-3
Prerequisite(s): In most cases, 18 hours of Public Administration and permission of the faculty director.
The student is advised by a faculty member who assists in selecting a topic to research in public administration and directs an independent research project.
PUAD 5002 - Directed Research in Public Administration
1-3
Prerequisite(s): In most cases, 18 hours of Public Administration and permission of the faculty director.
The student is advised by a faculty member who assists in selecting a topic to research in public administration and directs an independent research project.
PUAD 5003 - Directed Research in Public Administration
1-3
Prerequisite(s): In most cases, 18 hours of Public Administration and permission of the faculty director.
The student is advised by a faculty member who assists in selecting a topic to research in public administration and directs an independent research project.
PUAD 5023 - Quantitative Methods in Public Administration
3 (3-0)
Study of the theory and methodology of empirical research as applied in public administration from the standpoint of both the practitioner and the consumer. Methodologies include experiments, field research, field experiments, focus groups, content analysis, policy evaluation research, and survey methods. Quantitative methods relating to research design, probability, and inferential statistics are applied to classroom projects in public administration.
Examination of the basic principles involved in the administration and execution of public policy. Includes such topics as organizational theory, personnel management, budgetary procedures, and the politics of administration.
Introduction to ethical theories and their application in the public sector. Individual as well as organizational responsibility emphasized through case studies.
Examines the constitutional basis of federalism and the evolution of fiscal, legal, and administrative relationships among federal, state, and local governments.
Compares and contrasts criminal justice agencies within and outside the United States. The course notes similarities and differences in administrations, organizations, principal functions, and objectives. Considers the nature of governmental control and oversight and the relationship between agencies and the public.
PUAD 5263 - Legal Issues of State and Local Government
3 (3-0)
Substantive law applied to all aspects of governmental and administrative operations in state and local government. Topics include state/local relations, governmental structures, liabilities of public officials, and financial and regulatory activities.
Case study approach of an individual defendant from the time the crime is committed through the defendant’s parole. Includes an analysis of principal and supportive agencies. The course will examine the legal procedures and rules in the criminal justice process affecting the defendant and public. The course encompasses an in-depth view of the adversary procedures, which form the basis of the criminal justice system.
PUAD 5373 - Management in Criminal Justice Agencies
3 (3-0)
The course is designed to examine areas of management in criminal justice agencies. Particular attention is paid to issues of planning, budgeting, and human resources. Emphasis will be placed on the development of critical management skills required in modern criminal justice organizations.
Comprehensive analysis of the dynamics between the agencies in the administration of justice and the public clients they serve. Emphasis is placed on trust, understanding, integrity, and dialogue.
Introduction to the challenges of leadership and the inherent tendencies for individuals and departments to sub-optimize. Ways to improve motivation, communication, coordination, and cooperation will be studied.
Organization and management of American state and local government. Executive leadership, governance structures, and service implementation are emphasized. Relations between state and local governments are examined.
Introduction to management of public works, including municipal water and sewer systems, road-building and maintenance, parks and recreation programs, construction management, and contract administration.
Role of both private and public sectors in economic development; understanding strategic tools, including quantitative analysis methods and effective economic development programs for local governments.
Analyzes the structure and character of public institutions and examines individual, group, and interpersonal behavior in organizations. Topics include information technology, conflict, designing effective organizations, leadership, and decision-making.
PUAD 5933 - Human Resource Management in Government
3 (3-0)
Principles and problems of recruitment for government service, philosophies of pay and promotion, employee motivation, and discipline. Discussion of formulating and administering public personnel policies, concepts, and principles.
PUAD 5943 - Public Budgeting and Fiscal Administration
3 (3-0)
Study of the process of developing a public budget both as an accounting device and for public policy planning. Particular attention given to the political aspects of budgeting and budgetary innovation. Consideration will be given to the formulation of national, state, and local budgets and their interrelationships.
An examination of the positive foundation on which agencies are grounded and from which basic authorities of public officers, both elected and appointed, are derived. The positive nexus of law and administration is emphasized.
PUAD 5963 - Capstone: Case Studies in Decision-Making
3 (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): 18 hours of Public Administration.
Theories and principles of decision making in public administration. Students will apply textbook knowledge to actual cases in public administration through written and oral analysis. Open only to MPA majors.