PSYCHOLOGY. Master of Science in Applied Psychology

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1 CJ 515 Budgetary Planning in Public Agencies Examines the nature of public budgeting and financial management from the perspective of a public manager. Explores public budgeting from an analytical perspective. CJ 581 Methods of Research Design and Statistical Analysis This course must be taken at the graduate level. An undergraduate course in this subject cannot be substituted for the graduate course. Examines the research process and is designed to provide students with an understanding of the principles and practices of criminal justice empirical research. More specifically, methods of research and data analysis, as applied to the field of criminal justice, are presented. The application of these methods to criminal justice practice is demonstrated through various exercises. To better prepare capable professionals, students are taught both the language of scientific discourse and the ability to appraise empirical studies critically. To better prepare practitioners who are fair and respectful toward individuals from diverse backgrounds, research ethics, and sensitivity to populations-at-risk are promoted. CJ 601 Internship/Practicum Experience in Criminal Justice Prerequisite: Permission of Graduate Program Director. Students use their theoretical knowledge in a practical environment. Students are required to spend 150 hours interning in a criminal justice agency or use their current criminal justice work experience to apply theory. Students must observe and assist in the everyday operations of the agency. They are required to maintain a log of their activities and confer weekly with the faculty supervisor to discuss their individual progress. The class meets regularly with the professor so that students may share their internship/ practicum experiences. Upon completion of the 150 hours, the student will prepare a twopart paper. Those fulfilling the requirements through their current work experience will also prepare a paper. The first part of the paper will consist of a literature review on a topic related to the internship. The second part of the paper will consist of a description of the work experience including the topics provided by the instructor/advisor. CJ 650 Criminal Justice Thesis Prerequisite: Completion of 27 seven credits required by the program and the submission of a thesis proposal approved by the Department. The student works with a mentor to develop a research project. The research project culminates in a thesis and an oral presentation of the thesis to faculty and students in the program. CJ 698 Criminal Justice Comprehensive Examination No credit is awarded for this exam. Students are eligible to take this exam at the end of the semester in which they complete the required 30 credits for the degree. PSYCHOLOGY WILLIAM MAYER, PSY.D., DIRECTOR Phone: mayerw@sacredheart.edu Master of Science in Applied GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The Master of Science in Applied program provides students with the 104 College of Arts and Sciences

2 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY GRADUATE CATALOG knowledge and skill of how to apply the science of human behavior to solve practical real-world problems. The program is built on a scientist-practitioner model in which students gain a solid foundation in the science of psychology and learn to apply this knowledge and skill set to real world, practical problems. With its strong foundation in research methods and quantitative reasoning and its numerous connections with community agencies, schools, and corporations, the program provides excellent preparation for a wide variety of careers in today s data-driven economy. Students are particularly wellprepared for a variety of leadership positions in governmental, community, and corporate settings. The program offers a unique delivery system of 8-week courses that allows one to complete his/her degree in one calendar year by taking courses in our oncampus program. One may also choose to take a more moderate pace by participating in the online aspect of the program. A minimum of 38 credits are required to graduate from the program. Students must complete 26 credits of the core curriculum and may be required to complete an additional four credits of prerequisite coursework. The remaining 12 credits are fulfilled with the completion of four elective courses. Students may choose to complete those 12 credits by participating in one of two concentrations (industrial-organizational psychology or community psychology). Students may also choose to take a combination of the two concentrations to graduate with a general degree. In addition, students may choose to begin by completing a certificate in either industrial-organizational psychology or community psychology. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Arts or Science degree from an accredited four-year college or university (official transcripts required) Undergraduate degree in psychology or completion of required prerequisite psychology courses Minimum GPA of 3.0 Statement of professional goals Two letters of recommendation GRE Scores preferred ADMISSION DEADLINE Applications are reviewed by the Admissions Committee on a rolling basis. PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS The following prerequisite course will be required for those who wish to pursue the MSAP program. The course must be completed with a grade of B or better. This prerequisite requirement may be waived by the director, if a candidate has completed sufficient past coursework. PS 450 Foundations of Psychological Science REQUIRED CORE COURSES (24 CREDITS - 20 IF PS 450 IS WAIVED) PS 500 Foundations of Applied PS 520 Developmental Issues Across the Life Span PS 525 Identifying and Managing Psychopathology in Community Settings PS 550 Applied Research Methods and Statistics PS 551 Individual Psychological Assessment and Appraisal PS 552 Program Development and Evaluation CONCENTRATION IN INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (12 CREDITS) PS 530 Personnel PS 531 Organizational Behavior College of Arts and Sciences 105

3 PS 532 PS 533 Job Analysis, Competency Modeling and Criterion Development Employee Training and Development (or appropriate BU course) CONCENTRATION IN COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY (12 CREDITS) PS 540 Foundations of Community PS 541 Theories of Counseling and Personality PS 542 Counseling Methods and Techniques PS 543 Community Health be waived, by the director, if sufficient past coursework has been completed. A minimum grade of B is required to continue to PS 500. PS 500 Foundations of Applied This course focuses applying psychology to the workplace and community setting. There is additional focus on ethical and legal psychological issues, as well as emphasis on multiculturalism. GENERAL TRACK (12 CREDITS) Four electives, chosen in consultation with an academic advisor from above concentrations or PS 599 or other graduate courses, as appropriate Required Capstone Courses (6 Credits) 1. Capstone I (PS 595) 3 credits Comprehensive Exam (PS 590) 3 credits or 2. Capstone I (PS 595) 3 credits Capstone II (PS 596) 3 credits or 3. Thesis I (PS 600) 3 credits Thesis II (PS 601) 3 credits Course Descriptions PS 450 Foundations of Applied This course is designed to provide those that did not major in with a scientific foundation of psychology theory. It is a required prerequisite course that may 106 College of Arts and Sciences

4 SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY GRADUATE CATALOG PS 520 Developmental Issues Across the Life Span This course will explore human development from childhood to old age, with a focus on developmental milestones and their influence on behavior in applied settings. PS 525 Identifying and Managing Psychopathology in Community Settings In this course, students learn to identify those at risk of psychopathology in the community and to determine appropriate management and referral of these individuals. PS 530 Personnel Examines the application of psychological research, employment law, and ethical principles to human resource issues. Particular attention is given to hiring practices. PS 531 Organizational Behavior Explores behavior in organizations at individual, interpersonal, group, intergroup, and organizational levels of analysis. Emphasis is on identifying effective ways to achieve organizational goals. PS 532 Job Analysis, Competency Modeling, and Criterion Development Prerequisite: PS 530 Personnel Students will learn how to conduct job analysis and competency modeling and how to use the results for designing personnel selection systems and performance appraisal instruments. PS 533 Employee Training and Development Examines theory and techniques used to design, conduct, and evaluate instructional programs based on theories and principles of adult learning. PS 540 Foundations of Community This course considers the legal, ethical, and practical issues that arise when providing counseling in community settings, and provides an overview of the entire process. PS 541 Theories of Counseling and Personality Prerequisite: PS 540 Foundations of Community. This class will cover the major approaches to personality and the schools of psychotherapy that have developed out of each. Students will critically evaluate each approach. PS 542 Counseling Methods and Techniques Prerequisite: PS 541 Theories of Counseling and Personality This class will teach students to recognize and apply basic counseling responses common across all approaches as well as those specific to each approach studied. PS 543 Community Health Prerequisite: PS 540 Foundations of Community. This course will examine the multidimensional field of community health psychology, developing student skills in advocacy, community organizing, health promotion, and social change regarding health. PS 550 Applied Research Methods and Statistics This course provides an overview of the basic principles of applied psychological research College of Arts and Sciences 107

5 with a focus on conducting research in community settings. PS 551 Individual Psychological Assessment and Appraisal Prerequisite: PS 550 Applied Research Methods and Statistics This course is designed to improve the knowledge, understanding and practices of those who take tests, construct tests, and administer tests in applied settings. PS 552 Program Development and Evaluation Prerequisite: PS 550 Applied Research Methods and Statistics Students learn how to assess the need for and then design, implement, and evaluate a program that benefits the workplace or community. PS 590 Comprehensive Exam Prerequisite: Completion of 36 (32 if PS 450 In this course, the student completes an applied comprehensive exam that covers material from core and concentration courses PS 595 Capstone Project I Prerequisite: Completion of 36 (32 if PS 450 This course is dedicated to defining a short research or implementation project in an applied setting. Students either continue Capstone Project I or complete applied written assignments combining psychological theory with field work hours, a case study, or another approved project. PS 599 Special Topics in Applied Prerequisite: Completion of 36 (32 is PS 450 Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department s permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on current events or student and faculty interests. PS 600 Thesis I Prerequisite: Completion of 36 (32 is PS 450 and approval from MSAP Director. Students work with a faculty advisor in defining a substantial research or implementation project that gathers data or responds to a particular problem in the community. PS 601 Thesis II Prerequisite: PS 600 Thesis I In this course, the student completes the research project begun in PS 600. The final thesis paper must be written and defended before the thesis committee in a forum that is open to other students and faculty. PS 596 Capstone Project II Prerequisite: PS 595 Capstone Project I 108 College of Arts and Sciences