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RSPY 710 - Special Techniques in Clinical Practice Credits 1-3 Intensive consideration of a specific technique utilized in modern clinical practice and requiring specialized training. A single major technique will be the focus each time this course is offered. Notes: May be retaken for credit. Elective. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 711 - Seminar in Ethical and Professional Issues Credits 3 A study and discussion of the ethics of professional psychology with an emphasis on the American Psychological Association's Code of Ethics, guidelines, and laws that govern the profession. Preparation for the Rosemead Comprehensive Exams, the Professional Qualifying Exam and the written portions of the licensing exam in the state of California is also given emphasis. The challenge to integrate a professional, Christian, and personal ethical code is discussed. Notes: Required of Psy.D., Ph.D. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 712 - Independent Study Credits 1-3 Individual work, directed reading or special problems in psychology. Such work must be done with the approval and supervision of a faculty professor of record. The student is expected to submit a detailed course proposal and a bibliography with an arranged course permission form available from the Registrar's Office. Notes: Required courses may not be taken through independent study. Elective. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 713 - Principles and Practices in Clinical Supervision Credits 2 A course designed to give students training and practice in supervisory and consultation roles. Mutual supervision and case presentations are used to develop skills. This course is required of Ph.D. and Psy.D. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: RSPY 691, RSPY 692. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 714 - Clinical Psychopharmacology Credits 3 A general overview of the drugs used in the treatment of mental disorders, including their specific indications, mechanism of action and effectiveness. Notes: Elective. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 715 - Training Therapy (Interpersonal) Credits 0 For official indication on the student's transcript of required personal growth experience through interpersonal therapy. Students may choose group, marital or spiritual direction. Notes: Required of all doctoral students. Grade Mode: C. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 716 - Training Therapy (Individual) Credits 0 For official indication on the student's transcript of required personal growth experience through individual training therapy. Notes: Required of all doctoral students. Grade Mode: C. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology.
RSPY 729 - Alcohol and Substance Abuse Credits 1-2 Diagnosis, treatment planning, and recovery process for the alcoholic/ addict and family members will be the focus of the class. The disease model of addictions treatment and the utilization of 12-step support groups in the treatment of the recovering person and the family members will be presented. Other compulsive diseases will be discussed such as sexual addiction, eating disorders, etc. Class lecture, special speakers, and assigned reading will be the primary methods of instruction. Notes: Meets California licensure requirement for training on alcohol and substance abuse. Elective. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 730 - Directed Research Credits 1-3 Students may take special courses of study and/or pursue research projects that they design and carry out under the guidance of a resident faculty member. Individual or small group participation in a research project in psychology must be under the supervision of a faculty member. The student must submit an arranged course permission form giving a detailed outline of the research and other learning experiences of the course. Notes: Required courses may not be taken through Directed Research. Elective. Grade Mode: V. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 733 - The Self: Theological, Philosophical, Psychological and Cross-Cultural Perspectives Credits 3 This course looks at philosophical, theological, psychological, and cross-cultural views of the nature of the self. The course explores some of the biblical and philosophical terminology. It also explores the historical emphasis on the self, with a focus on its current emphasis in psychoanalytic psychology, and its developmental aspect, and a psychological view of the true and false self. The western culture perspective on the self is compared with other cultures. Finally, a religious perspective on the true and false self is presented. Notes: Elective. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Rosemead Sch of Psychology; and Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 740 - Special Topics in Psychology Credits 1-3 Occasional seminars are offered under this course description that specifically identify current issues relevant to the integration of theology and psychology. This designation is to be used for 1-4 day courses offered at various times per year. Grade Mode: C. Restrictions: Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSPY 790 - Leave of Absence Credits 0 For students who have been granted an official Leave of Absence from the doctoral program. Grade Mode: N. Restrictions: Must be Graduate Level or Doctoral Level. RSTH: Theology/Biblical Studies This series of courses provides students with essential biblical and theological understanding prerequisite to effective integration of the disciplines of psychology and theology (18 credits required).
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