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specific techniques. Critical review of published empiri cal literature<br />
and critique of culturally appropriate analysis and interpretation is<br />
an integral part of the course. Students are introduced to the<br />
dissertation process and are guided to begin formulating a<br />
dissertation research question. Prerequisite: PSd 7151.<br />
PSd 7251 Qualitative research: Critical review 3<br />
responding to the program’s mission of applied, socially rele vant,<br />
and culturally congruent research, this course covers major<br />
qualitative approaches to research and data analysis and the<br />
development of critical thinking skills. Skills will be used to assess<br />
the relevance, appropriateness, and utility of various methods with<br />
regard to specific research questions, populations, and social<br />
contexts. Prerequisite: PSd 7250.<br />
PSd 7252 Clinical dissertation Proposal i 2<br />
This course is designed to begin the dissertation process, deter mine<br />
an area of interest, develop a review of the literature, determine an<br />
appropriate research design and choice of method ology<br />
(quantitative/qualitative), create a prospectus, and begin the process<br />
of developing a dissertation committee. Prerequisite: PSd 7251.<br />
PSd 7253a–B Clinical dissertation Proposal ii 2/1.5<br />
This course is designed to assist students in completing literature<br />
reviews, obtain a dissertation committee, and develop an<br />
appro priately detailed methodology section for their projects.<br />
Separate qualitative and quantitative methodology sections are<br />
provided. Students who began in fall 2006 or prior take PSd 7253A<br />
for two units. All others take PSd 7253B for 1.5 units. Prerequisite:<br />
PSd 7252.<br />
PSd 7254a–B Clinical dissertation Proposal iii 2/1.5<br />
This course designed to assist students in completing the<br />
disser tation proposal. Quantitative and qualitative sections will be<br />
offered. It is anticipated that by the end of this quarter, students will<br />
have successfully defended their dissertation proposals. Students<br />
who began prior to fall 2006 take PSd 7254A for two units. All<br />
others take PSd 7254B for 1.5 units. Prerequisite: PSd 7253.<br />
PSd 7302 dissertation Completion 0–0.5<br />
Following successful oral defense of the dissertation proposal, each<br />
student enrolls in PSd 7302 until completion of the disser tation.<br />
Students work independently under the direction of their<br />
dissertation committees with assistance from research faculty until<br />
successful final defense of the dissertation project. Course may be<br />
repeated for credit three times. After three repetitions, students must<br />
continue to enroll in PSd 7302 to completion of dissertation project.<br />
A maximum of 1.5 units will apply toward the degree program.<br />
(Students who began prior to fall 2006 may take PSd 7302 four times<br />
for credit.) Prerequisite: PSd 7253A or B and PSd 7254A or B.<br />
PSd 7309 Topics in doctoral Psychology 1–3<br />
various elective courses are taught according to student and faculty<br />
interest. For example, lesbian, gay and bisexual issues in<br />
psychotherapy, multicultural consultation, and psychology of trauma.<br />
PSd 7330 Case Management and Clinical<br />
interventions 0–3<br />
review of psychological states and psychopathology issues for<br />
culturally diverse clients through a survey of literature and case<br />
presentations.<br />
College of Professional Studies Course Descriptions<br />
PSd 7400 internship 4.5–9<br />
Students will apply for approved internship sites anywhere in the<br />
country that are consistent with their individual interests, training<br />
needs, and professional goals. Students will build competency in the<br />
diverse clinical skills required of a professional psychologist.<br />
Students are required to complete either one full-time, yearlong<br />
internship or two-half-time, yearlong internships completed over<br />
two years’ time.<br />
PSd 7601 internship application and interview<br />
Process 0<br />
This is not a course of study but, rather, is required meetings with<br />
the training office to inform students and answer questions<br />
regarding the application and interview process for internships.<br />
PSd 7602 Summer field Placement 0<br />
Summer field placement.<br />
PSd 7604 Summer internship Placement 0<br />
For half-time internship students who either need to finish hours<br />
or attend early orientation.<br />
PSd 7995 independent Study 1–4<br />
Allows for individual study in a special interest area not offered as<br />
a regular course. To be arranged with consent of instructor and<br />
approval of the program director.<br />
Sport Psychology [PSP] Courses<br />
PSP 5054 research Methods: Quantitative and<br />
Qualitative 3<br />
research methods allows a brief introduction to various forms of<br />
research methods, both quantitative and qualitative, with par ticular<br />
attention to qualitative methods. The course will address issues<br />
around data collection, interviewing, and data analysis. The course<br />
will encourage students to focus on research that has been used in<br />
their appropriate fields. It will help prepare students for the MA<br />
research project process and aid understanding of research once<br />
working as a practitioner.<br />
PSP 5280 fieldwork 4<br />
Covers field placement and individual and group supervision. The<br />
field-placement aspect requires students to intern at a site working<br />
with athletes and applying skills learned in the class room. Individual<br />
and group supervision involves one-on-one meetings, discussions,<br />
case presentations, and role-playing and covers ethical issues.<br />
Provides students with a supportive envi ronment for discussion and<br />
for exploring issues which pertain to their fieldwork experience.<br />
This course may be retaken for additional credit. Prerequisites: PSP<br />
5815, PSP 5816, PSP 5800A, PSP 5811, PSP 5826, PSP 5803A.<br />
PSP 5800a Sport Psychology a 3<br />
This is one of the main introductory courses in the Sport Psychology<br />
Program. It covers the main theoretical approaches in this area. The<br />
course will encourage students to begin to think critically about the<br />
research presented and how it relates to working in the field with<br />
performers. Prerequisite: PSP 5808.<br />
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