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Capstone Course In Psychology –

psy490

(3 credits)

This is the capstone course for undergraduate psychology students. The course provides students with the opportunity to integrate and apply learning from their psychology program of study in a comprehensive manner. Students will also assess the impact of their educational experiences on their ethical perspectives and critical thinking skills. Students will reflect on and evaluate their personal and professional growth, the benefits of lifelong learning, and the impact of these elements on their future.

This undergraduate-level course is 5 weeks. To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
  • Practical Psychology

    • Evaluate how psychology can be integrated into your career and educational decisions.

    • Analyze how psychology crosses all disciplines.

    • Specify how psychology as a knowledge base will be integrated into your personal life.

    • Integrate the purpose of a holistic approach to prior learning.

  • Psychology and the Future

    • Analyze how psychology can be applied to improve the human condition.

    • Apply psychological principles and values to the development of personal and professional social responsibility.

    • Examine the future of psychology in contemporary society.

    • Identify core concepts in psychology.

  • The Science of Psychology

    • Demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.

    • Assess how psychology contributes to the areas of work, education, health, and leisure.

    • Explain how psychology is applied to other disciplines and venues in contemporary society.

  • Vocations, Choices, Decisions, and Rationale

    • Recognize how personal choices reflect APA ethical principles related to the Code of Conduct.

    • Analyze advantages of psychology as a degree choice.

    • Assess psychological knowledge and principles to personal growth, health, and development.

    • Apply psychological principles to personal, spiritual, social, and organizational issues.

  • Scientific Approaches to Problem Solving

    • Assess the use of probabilistic reasoning to explain causes of behavior.

    • Analyze how personal theoretical knowledge influences worldview.

    • Apply critical and creative thinking to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes.

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