CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Course Description

The course covers a general overview of the definition of the field of clinical psychology; the educative and ethical issues in the field; who is the clinical psychologist and what are the academic and practical obligations of the profession; the role and status of a clinical psychologist in the course of diagnosing assessing and treating clients within the boundaries of team work or individual practice. The professional identity of a clinical psychologist, the working areas or units (clinics, universities, hospitals, private practice, community centers etc.) are to be emphasized and defined as well, to clarify the discriminative characteristics of the profession by itself.

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

No evaluation items have been defined.

Course outcomes

1. 01 1- Being able to define (2) brief history and recognize (2) important theories in clinical psychology
2. 02 2- Being able to describe (3) abnormal behavior & mental disorders
3. 03 3- Being able to develop (5) basics of potential intervention and prevention techniques (adults, adolescents, children, couples) and differentiate (3) between them for selected psychopathologies
4. 04 4- Being able to describe (3) assessment techniques and evaluate (5) approaches in clinical psychology

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Hunsley, J. & Lee, C. M. (2009). Introduction to Clinical Psychology. Wiley
2. 02 Weiner, I. B. (2003). Handbook of Psychology, Clinical Psychology. Wiley & Sons.
3. 03 Plante, T. G. (2005). Contemporary Clinical Psychology (3rd ed.). Wiley.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 1- Analyzing (4) requirements of being a clinical psychologist. SOLO 4
2. L02 2- Defining (2) what seeing a client means. SOLO 2
3. L03 3. Discussing (5) what clinical assessment means and deciding (2) how clinical assessment is performed. SOLO 4
4. L04 4. Being able to analyze (4) literature regarding diagnosis and report (3) study. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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