M.A. PSYCH W/ SPEC. IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

M.A. PSYCH W/ SPEC. IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Curriculum Year : 2021
First Year, Bridge Subjects
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
6815 PY322 THEORIES OF PERSONALITY 3
6821 PY411 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3
6839 PY424 INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY 3
260006 PY315 PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT 5
Total Units : 14
First Year, 1st Semester
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
7157 MF601A METHODS OF RESEARCH 3
7360 MPSY606 COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING 3
700212 MPSY613 ADVANCED THEORIES OF PERSONALITY 3
700211 MPSY609 ADVANCED ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3
Total Units : 12
First Year, 2nd Semester
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
700560 MPSY611B ADVANCED PSYCHOTHERAPHY 3
700210 MPSY604A ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT 3
700220 MPSY618 PROJECTIVE TECHNIQUES 3
7190 MF602R RESEARCH DATA ANALYSIS 3
Total Units : 12
First Year, Summer
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
700446 MPSY620 INTERNSHIP 3 700212, 700211, 700210
Total Units : 3
Second Year, 1st Semester
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
700562 MPSY622 INDIGENOUS PSYCHOLOGY 3
7153 MR600 VINCENTIAN HERITAGE 3
700563 MPSY623 ADVANCED COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY 3
7149 MT601 SEMINAR IN THESIS WRITING 3
Total Units : 12
Second Year, 2nd Semester
Subj No. Subj Code Description Units Pre-requisites Co-requisites
7150 MT602 THESIS WRITING 3 7149
Total Units : 3

Professional Course Subjects


PY411 - ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3

Course Title: ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code PY411
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description A study of behavioral disturbances including the etiology, physical and psychological manifestations, classifications and diagnostics.

MPSY623 - ADVANCED COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3

Course Title: ADVANCED COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code MPSY623
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description Graduate students will have a more thorough understanding of the many forms of counseling techniques and how to use them in various conditions, such as educational institutions, business organizations, marital problems, problems with career development and growth, problems with retirement, developmental issues, and other psychological problems for various aspects of the individual human being. Current researchers, theories, concepts, and researchers in the field of counseling psychology will likewise be examined. The discussions will also cover specific practical and ethical considerations connected to the practice of the profession. Indigenous methods of problem-solving will also be examined in relation to counseling psychology theories

MPSY611B - ADVANCED PSYCHOTHERAPHY Credits: 3

Course Title: ADVANCED PSYCHOTHERAPHY
Course Code MPSY611B
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description Graduate students will have a more thorough understanding of the many forms of psychotherapy and how to use them in various situations. There will be a focus on the analysis and debate of recent research, theories, concepts, and researchers in the field of psychotherapy. In-depth practical and ethical issues related to the practice of the profession will also be covered in the course. The indigenous methods of problem-solving methods in relation to psychotherapy theories will also be looked at.

MPSY606 - COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING Credits: 3

Course Title: COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING
Course Code MPSY606
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course focuses on a number of frameworks that include Piagetian theory, Vygotskian theory, and information processing theories. Empirical researches that show how learning, memory, and cognition operate in the human mind are discussed in the light of these theories.

MPSY622 - INDIGENOUS PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3

Course Title: INDIGENOUS PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code MPSY622
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course is the advanced study of culture and psychology, giving meaning to psychological reality based on the language and worldview of the Filipino. The graduate students will be introduced to indigenous concepts in Sikolohiyang Pilipino, and its applications in various fields of psychology. They will also be trained in the use of indigenous research methods. Furthermore, issues regarding Sikolohiyang Pilipino as a discipline and as a movement will also be discussed. The course will be conducted in Filipino.

MPSY620 - INTERNSHIP Credits: 3

Course Title: INTERNSHIP
Course Code MPSY620
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
ADVANCED ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
ADVANCED THEORIES OF PERSONALITY
Course Description This is a course that requires 300 hours of training in the actual clinical setting, Industrial, developmental setting. Its major goal is to provide an integrated and coordinated series of learning experiences in the field that will serve students with opportunities to: (a) practice and expand on previously held knowledge and learned skills; (b) enhance clinical skills, organizational, and competencies; and (c) experience personal, professional and ethical growth and development.

MT601 - SEMINAR IN THESIS WRITING Credits: 3

Course Title: SEMINAR IN THESIS WRITING
Course Code MT601
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description The student works with an assigned adviser who guides him in the preparation of his thesis or research proposal. The required output is the first three (3) chapters of the research, including the data gathering instrument. The output of this seminar is formally presented to a research panel in a forum called thesis proposal defense wherein approval of the panel is sought.

PY322 - THEORIES OF PERSONALITY Credits: 3

Course Title: THEORIES OF PERSONALITY
Course Code PY322
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description An overview of the major theories of personality and the theoretical and practical issues involved in the scientific study and understanding of personality formation and dynamics.

MT602 - THESIS WRITING Credits: 3

Course Title: THESIS WRITING
Course Code MT602
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
SEMINAR IN THESIS WRITING
Course Description Required for graduation, the output is a thesis by the candidate on any subject in his specialty, and approved by the College. The treatise must involve research, analysis, evaluation, and judgment. It must offer some positive knowledge in education, science, history, art, government, economics, human relations, culture in general, etc. for the benefit and welfare of men. In particular it must contribute to the solution of problems in education or other fields. Candidate must successfully defend it in a public oral examination before a panel of examiners, at a date arranged by the Dean. (applies to all masters programs with thesis requirement)

MR600 - VINCENTIAN HERITAGE Credits: 3

Course Title: VINCENTIAN HERITAGE
Course Code MR600
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course deals with the life, spirituality, mission and the legacy of St. Vincent de Paul, Patron Saint of Adamson University, and the “family” of collaborators and groups that were either founded by him or draw their inspiration from him: groups who, out of a sense of shared humanity, compassion and love for God, are working for and with suffering human beings who are mostly poor, abandoned, marginalized, oppressed, and powerless. Students find out who St. Vincent de Paul was, what his legacy was, why he is still relevant today, and what they can learn from his heritage that will create an impact in the world especially among the socially disadvantaged sectors.

General Education subjects


MPSY609 - ADVANCED ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3

Course Title: ADVANCED ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code MPSY609
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description The goal of the course is to give graduate students a deep understanding of the ideas, theories, facts, and research procedures that serve as the cornerstone for comprehending the reasons behind and prevalence of abnormal behavior. By the end of the course, it is anticipated that the student will be familiar with the nomenclature and classification of mental disorders. Indigenous concepts of abnormality and abnormal behavior will also be covered. The student will also be introduced to the natural cause and potential interventions of the psychological disorder.

MPSY604A - ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT Credits: 3

Course Title: ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Course Code MPSY604A
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course is designed to develop the students’ skills in selection of assessment methods, integration of all assessment data, case formulation, psychodiagnosis, and treatment planning based on assessment findings. Emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to integrate test results, and psychosocial data into a coherent and useful psychological report.

MPSY613 - ADVANCED THEORIES OF PERSONALITY Credits: 3

Course Title: ADVANCED THEORIES OF PERSONALITY
Course Code MPSY613
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course is an exploration of the major theoretical movements in personality and research evidence with particular emphasis on understanding dynamics of behavior. Students are expected be able to critically review the various issues in the study of personality and the major personality perspectives which include, among others, psychoanalytic (psychodynamic), humanistic and existential, social-cognitive, trait and behavioral perspectives.

PY424 - INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY Credits: 3

Course Title: INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code PY424
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description A course providing an overview of psychological concepts, principles, theories and research findings for effective human interactions and performance in the workplace. Topics include organizational structures and systems, organizational communication processes, leadership, motivation, conflict resolution, problem solving and decision making, team dynamics, efforts in human resource development and management and organizational change and development.

MF601A - METHODS OF RESEARCH Credits: 3

Course Title: METHODS OF RESEARCH
Course Code MF601A
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course presents the different research methods and designs and tools of research; acquaints the students with the criteria for the critical evaluation of research; requires students to prepare research designs and conduct actual research; introduces the techniques of thesis writing. (Applies to all masters programs)

MPSY618 - PROJECTIVE TECHNIQUES Credits: 3

Course Title: PROJECTIVE TECHNIQUES
Course Code MPSY618
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course is designed to develop graduate students’ skills and knowledge of personality assessment using the commonly used projective techniques, particularly those based on the psychodynamic theory of Sigmund Freud. Integration of all assessment data, case formulation, psycho-diagnosis, and treatment planning based on assessment findings Emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to integrate test results and psychosocial data into a coherent and useful psychological report. Prevention and treatment based on the assessment results shall likewise be emphasized.

PY315 - PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT Credits: 5

Course Title: PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Course Code PY315
Credit Units 5 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description Orientation into the rudiments of psychological testing. The principles, methods and uses of psychological testing are tackled. Emphasis is placed on issues of item analysis, reliability and validity in test construction. The administration, scoring and interpretation of objective cognitive and affective tests used in various applied fields of Psychology; particularly the education, industrial, and government settings are covered. Ethical considerations as well as current trends and issued in psychological testing in the Philippine setting are discussed.

MF602R - RESEARCH DATA ANALYSIS Credits: 3

Course Title: RESEARCH DATA ANALYSIS
Course Code MF602R
Credit Units 3 Unit/s
Prerequisite
Course Description This course introduces students to the process of conducting research in psychology. Graduate Students will participate in conducting multiple psychological investigations. They will have the opportunity to use the research designs studied in “Research Methods 1: Data Collection in Psychology” to collect and enter data, to select and apply appropriate statistical tests, to interpret findings, and to present results to others in multiple formats. They will be introduced to the use of different statistical software including r programming in the analysis and interpretation of data, advanced statistical models for the analysis and interpretation of data.