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This course is designed to help adult learners beginning their university studies to achieve academic success. Students will explore learning theories, communication strategies, and personal management skills. Adult learners will develop strategies for achieving success in school and work. Students will also be introduced to the University's institutional outcomes and learning resources.

This course presents adult development theory and links theoretical concepts of life and learning through a process of psychometric assessment and reflection. Both classical and contemporary adult development theories are examined. These theories then provide the paradigm for self-analysis and life learning, including a plan for personal, professional and academic learning.

This course presents an introduction to management theory and practice, including the inter-relatedness that the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling functions play in the multicultural, technology-driven and global organizations of the 21st century. The emphasis is on the application of management theory to real-life situations in the workplace.

A study of managing people in the workplace, focusing on the important policies and processes associated with recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating personnel in order to achieve strategic organizational goals.

This course involves the study of contemporary issues of business law. The class will focus on how these legal issues influence traditional business operations, e-commerce and information technology. The course will address such topics as: business ethics, online commerce, contracts, business organizations, employment law and international law.

Introduction to the principles and procedures of general financial accounting with an emphasis on reporting to individuals outside the organization. Development of accounting reports on an accrual basis.

Primarily covers the principles of managerial accounting. Emphasis on reporting to individuals inside the organization. Major concepts include job order costing, process costing, budgets and standards, and statement analysis.

Introduction to the theory of consumer equilibrium, market structure, and wage determination.

This course introduces management in the 'intangible industries' organization and addresses the central challenges presented by services organizations. The course also addresses the need for value creation through customers, the role of organizational leadership, and the role of services in modern society.

This course is an introduction to service-related operations in a variety of business sectors and is studied through the shared aspect of their service elements, drawing upon service management theory to provide the academic framework. Students are introduced to operations management principles, and study the role of the operations manager within service organizations.

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the general principles of marketing and an in-depth study of services marketing theory. The concepts the student learns will enable students to develop the skills appropriate in an emerging service economy. The student will be exposed to the relationship between services marketing and the consumer experience. There will be opportunities for the student to apply services marketing theory in non-profit, mass-market retail, hospitality, and restaurant enterprise environments.

Basic corporate finance is presented with the emphasis on risk and return, bond and equity markets, valuation of bonds and equities, present value analysis, internal rate of return analysis, and project analysis using the weighted average cost of capital.

A case-based course that discusses the set of managerial decisions and actions that determines the long-run performance of a company. The course includes environmental scanning, strategy formulation, strategy implementation, and evaluation and control.

Culture and politics in Europe, Latin America, the Arab world, India, East Asia, and other areas are examined. Emphasis is on viewing the world from the diverse perspectives of other cultures and political systems. Topics and regions vary.

This course investigates behavioral factors that affect modern organizations and their management. Topics include group and team dynamics, organizational structure, motivation, leadership, power, and change management.

This course serves as an introduction to the non-profit organization and management. Discussions will focus on mission, leadership, marketing, community relations, fund development, staff supervision and professional development.

This course examines the principles and practices of financial management in nonprofit organizations. It is designed to teach students how to use financial information in the management of nonprofit organizations. The use of case studies and applied examples intends to make the course especially practical to those working in the nonprofit environment.

This course introduces students to Walden University and to the requirements for successful participation in an online curriculum. It provides a foundation for academic and professional success as a scholar-practitioner and social change agent. Topics include the relation of mission and vision to professional goals; development of the program of study and Professional Development Plan; strategies for online success; introduction to the online library; and introduction to critical thinking, professional writing, and academic integrity. Course assignments focus on practical application of writing and critical-thinking skills and promote professional and academic excellence.

This course is an advanced level overview of the core areas, topics, and concepts in psychology, through a consideration of related contemporary issues. Major topics include biological bases of behavior, learning and memory, cognition, motivation, lifespan development, theories of personality, stress and coping, psychological disorders, and social psychology. Students learn and practice critical-reading and analysis skills through reviews of journal articles and media publications, focusing specifically on distinguishing facts and opinions, identifying bias in writing, and understanding the importance of data and evidence. Students use this knowledge in the analysis and composition of scientific writing. Themes of diversity are highlighted throughout the course.

This course provides students with a thorough analysis of basic descriptive and inferential statistical methods commonly used in the social sciences and the skills with which to write, analyze, and critique social science research. Methods include computation and analysis of frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, and statistical hypothesis testing. Statistical tests (and underlying assumptions) include z-score, single-sample, independent-samples and related-samples t tests, analysis of variance, correlation, regression, and chi-square tests. This course includes an introduction to and use of the software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).

This course explores the language of work, business, and management structures and processes, and the human and market factors that determine organizational success. It examines topics such as finance, marketing, accounting, strategic planning, organizational design, and quality and process improvement. Applications include the examination and analysis of information sources that assess overall organizational health.

This course provides students with a foundation in the design of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches to psychological research. Students learn the strengths and limitations of each method and under what circumstances each approach would be the most appropriate research design. Students learn how to identify a topic for research, how to conduct a literature search, and the importance of scholarly writing. Students learn to write a research proposal, addressing the following key elements: researching, writing an introduction, stating a purpose for the study, identifying research questions and hypotheses, using theory, defining the significance of the study, and collecting and analyzing data. Students are exposed to legal and ethical issues associated with human subjects’ protection. (Prerequisite: PSYC 6305.)

Nonprofit organizations serve as the foundation for many social change efforts. This course explores the history, foundations, and types of nonprofit organizations and the diverse political, social, and economic contexts within which they exist. Students examine and apply marketing, public relations, and communication concepts and strategies to case studies and contemporary situations. Ethical, legal, and global lenses are applied to the study of the nonprofit sector. Students develop a concept paper guiding the development of a nonprofit organization.

This course provides the theoretical foundation for organizational inquiry leading to a deeper understanding of how organizations function. Topics include change management; organizational culture, behavior, and development; group dynamics; and systems-level thinking. Applications include the identification of organizational development opportunities based on an analysis of an organization.

Public and nonprofit leaders require a deep understanding of their roles as leaders and managers of diverse and complex organizations. This course examines the distinction between leadership and management, organizational culture, change management, systems theories, and organizational development from a theoretical and applied perspective. Students apply principles to public, private, and nonprofit organizational settings.

Sound financial practices are crucial to managing scarce funds in both the public and nonprofit operations. This course examines finance and budgeting concepts, policies, and practices related to organizations as well as the fiscal climate within which they operate. Students gain an understanding of theories underlying major fiscal policy debates; read, analyze, and construct budgets; and read and analyze financial statements and reports. Other topics include the use of dashboards for financial reporting, auditing practices, tax systems, financial management, budgetary reform, and financial technology systems specific to the nonprofit sector. Students apply what they learn to developing a budget and financial plan for a nonprofit organization.

Volunteers are the “lifeblood” of many nonprofit organizations. Each of these organizations relies heavily on their volunteer board of directors to govern and guide them toward their mission. The success of nonprofit organizations is largely dependent on the effective management of program volunteers and board members. This course explores the volunteer management process (volunteer recruitment, orientation, training, supervision, and evaluation) with an emphasis on creating and maintaining an effective board of directors. Students design a board development or volunteer management plan based on the concept paper developed in the Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector course.

All nonprofit organizations require financial resources. Obtaining philanthropic financial support is essential to program delivery and stability. Students explore the concepts of philanthropy and development, identification of funding sources, donor/prospect cultivation and education, and solicitation and appreciation strategies. An emphasis is placed on creating an organizational philanthropic culture based on ethics and donor relationships. Students create a resource development plan for the organization designed in the Introduction to the Nonprofit Sector course.

During this course, students work on a capstone project during which students complete a major, integrative paper on a topic related to the specialization that incorporates theoretical and practical knowledge and social scientific research skills acquired throughout the program. Other capstone projects may be approved by the instructor.

Learners in this course critically analyze theory and research in adult development and behavior with an emphasis on contemporary research and application issues. In addition, learners study adult development from biological, psychological, social, and multicultural perspectives and apply principles of adult development to professional practice.

In this course, learners analyze contemporary theories of diversity in the workplace. Learners compare and contrast inclusion theories, research and apply best practices for a diverse workplace, and integrate professional and ethical codes, standards, and laws in the human services work setting

Learners in this course examine theories that guide the acquisition of knowledge within human services professions. Learners critically analyze and evaluate the methods used to develop social science theory as a precursor to examining and applying the scientific method. Learners also study theory derivation, the link between research methods and theory, and the ways scholar-practitioners apply the scientific method.

This course introduces learners to social science research, particularly in the context of human services. Learners focus on becoming educated consumers of research and examine major concepts and techniques of social science research, including problem formulation, identification of variables, literature review, research design, sampling, definition and measurement of study variables, instrument construction, and data collection and analysis. Learners also critically evaluate published research, apply research findings to professional practice, and practice designing research studies in their field of interest.

Learners in this course examine the research methods and designs human service professionals use to solve specific social problems. Topics include human subjects protection, measurement, development of instruments, data collection and management, and initial phases of data analysis. Learners also consider methodological adaptations when conducting research with vulnerable and diverse populations.

In this course, learners evaluate qualitative research methods and designs. Learners focus on developing the skills used to synthesize information related to qualitative research methodology and examine ethical issues associated with the qualitative research process

Learners in this course analyze the relevance and appropriateness of specific research methodologies in preparation for using them in the dissertation. The course emphasizes conceptualizing, planning, and designing a doctoral research proposal and includes topics such as planning and sampling; measurement; statistical and qualitative analytic models; results planning, analysis, and interpretation; and ethical considerations

Learners in this course examine a variety of strategies for securing resources for a nonprofit organization such as donor research, annual giving, endowment and capital campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, social enterprise, and special events. In addition, learners analyze the key practices, principles, and processes of fundraising to enable the nonprofit executive to create, participate in, and manage fund development programs and staff

Grant funding is key to the financial survival of nonprofit organizations. This course provides insights into strategies for grant-seeking, such as effective research, identification and development of relationships with appropriate prospective grant sources, and effective writing and proposal preparation. The course offers a comprehensive overview of private and corporate philanthropies along with other research resources including the Internet.

In this course, learners examine the importance of establishing an integrated marketing system and the specialized aspects of marketing strategies in nonprofit organizations. Topics include segmentation, complementary positioning, membership recruitment, products and services, the supply chain, and promoting intangible products whose benefits are often indirect. Learners also explore the roles of public relations, advertising, and persuasive communication with target markets. Learners examine topics such as fundraising, volunteer management, and media relations from a marketing perspective, with attention to integrating various techniques into compelling marketing positioning strategies for the organization

In this course, learners explore techniques and principles of financial analysis and management including budgeting, finance and investment decision making, revenue management, internal control, and cost management for the nonprofit. In addition, learners examine current economic thinking about the role of nonprofit organizations in a market economy, cross-subsidization and competition, and cost-benefit analysis; they analyze timely financial issues, transactions, and trends in nonprofit finance. Topics include innovative financing techniques, complicated organizational structures, mergers, and bankruptcy. Database and spreadsheet scenarios and sensitivity analysis of finance topics, through the use of analytical models, are used to create effective tools for financial decision making. Prior knowledge in the areas of accounting and finance, and familiarity with financial statements are expected.

This course provides learners with a comprehensive view of the current advocacy strategies utilized by nonprofit executives and advocates to advance their organizations’ missions and to inform public policies and attitudes. These strategies include advocacy organizing, public education, litigation, mobilization, demonstrations, polling, research, lobbying, and working with the media. The course emphasizes best practices for nonprofit advocates working to advance their goals in the public policy process.

Learners in this course examine the principles and methodologies by which nonprofit executives can understand, analyze, and resolve ethical issues. Learners explore conceptual and practical ethical questions and value dilemmas encountered by executives in various types of contemporary nonprofit organizations. Topics include personal codes of ethics, organizational philosophy and goals, conflicts of interest, ethics committees of the board, and allocation of scarce resources

This course is an overview of the laws and regulations governing the establishment and operations of nonprofit organizations. Specifically, learners explore the laws governing incorporation and tax-exempt status of nonprofit organizations, and the implications of laws and statutes. Other topics include efforts of nonprofit organizations to influence legislative and rule-making processes

Learners in this course examine fundamental theoretical and conceptual economic models used to plan resource management in nonprofit organizations. Topics include resource allocation, price formation, production and costs, and economic impact analysis. The course also presents economic changes faced by nonprofit organizations, methods for evaluating those challenges, and the economic impact of nonprofit organizations on the people and communities they serve.

In this course, learners critically analyze the principles and techniques used by nonprofit managers to assess and measure organizational and program effectiveness. Learners evaluate the use of financial and human resources data in organizational assessment and program evaluation. Learners also investigate the ways nonprofit managers can use the results of assessment processes to enhance an organization’s mission.

This course addresses the responsibilities of boards of directors in public and private sectors, including policy-making, representing the public, and promoting the organization. Learners review the functions of boards as they establish contracts and hire executives and general managers, the roles and functions of CEOs, and legal liabilities and responsibilities of boards

Learners in this course examine the principles of management practice in nonprofit agencies and the organizational management competencies that serve as a basis for comparison among for-profit, public, and nonprofit sectors. In particular, learners focus on identifying competencies and best practices of managing nonprofit organizations.

This course includes an overview of the comprehensive examination process, the university’s expectations of academic honesty and integrity, the three core themes of the examination, and the evaluation criteria. The courseroom mentor provides three questions addressing the core themes. Learners write answers to the comprehensive examination questions. Answers are evaluated by faculty readers using point-scale scoring rubrics. Upon passing the comprehensive examination, learners are eligible to enroll in the first dissertation course.

This course provides learners with resources, guidance, and peer and mentor support during each dissertation course as they complete the required milestones.

Learners complete the required dissertation milestones and prepare their dissertation for publication.

Learners complete the required dissertation milestones and prepare their dissertation for publication.

Learners complete the required dissertation milestones and prepare their dissertation for publication.

Learners complete the required dissertation milestones and prepare their dissertation for publication.

This advanced course explores issues and best practices in the governance of non-profit organizations with an emphasis on the relationship between mission, financial management, and governance. Topics include balancing long-term financial stability with short-term mission focus, governance and financial controls, budgeting, income forecasting, program priorities, and staff compensation.

This advanced seminar examines enduring issues in business and professional ethics and applying proven approaches to ethicalprofessional practice and organizational operations in contemporary non-profit organizations. Topics will include social responsibility of for-profit organizations in support of non-profit organizations, program operating budgets vs. long-term financial stability, and ethical concerns related to governance and program priorities.

This advanced seminar examines all recognized methods of fund raising, forecasting fund raising income, and balancing administrative and fundraising expenses in the short term with longer term programmatic and mission goals. Topics include direct mail, planned giving, special events, corporate giving, and foundation grant writing.

Non-profit organizations and their governance, depend heavily on sound working relationships among staff, especially executive staff, volunteer officers, and board members. This course explores common issues and concerns related to this governance, especially succession planning, assessing the ability of potential leaders, executive development, and engaging volunteers during and between board meetings.

This course is a systematic study of multi-cultural issues in the workplace, emphasizing respect for diversity of people and families, particularly with regard to matters of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, and sexual orientation. Specific ethnic groups are studied in regard to family relations and cultural impacts on workplace behaviors. Attention is given to ethnocentrism and racism in society and traditional culture-bound organizational human resources approaches. Through this course, students better understand themselves (including expectations and biases toward others based on their ethnic families of origin. Positive and negative feelings about ethnicity are also explored.

This advanced graduate seminar explores models and techniques for organizational leaders to apply in coaching others in their organization, especially direct reports and others they influence in matrixed organizations . Prerequisite: 30 semester hours of graduate work in organizational leadership, clinical or counseling psychology, or the equivalent .

Many major companies have made coaching and leadership development a core part of executive development . This course takes the next step in examining the theories of leadership with emphasis on linking theory and practice to create effective organizational leaders . This course must be taken at University of the Rockies and may not be transferred from another institution .

This course provides an overview of the roles, relationships, and responsibilities of individuals in the various specialties in applied and professional psychology . Particular attention is given to identifying those specialties for which licensing is required/available, and the distinction between experimental/theoretical psychology and applied/ professional psychology .

This Course Explores The Major Theories Of Personality Including Psychodynamic, Behavioral, Biological, Cognitive, Trait-factor, And Humanistic/existential Approaches . Students Study Individual Theories And Compare And Contrast These Theoretical Positions In Terms Of Current Research . It Is Strongly Recommended That Students Take This Course Concurrently With Psy 5120 . Psy 5210 In Combination With Psy 5110 Comprise The Equivalent Of Psy 6501 . Psy 7500 Can Be Accepted As A Substitute For This Course .

In This Course, Students Explore The Relevance And Application Of Personality Theories To The Profession Of Psychology, Particularly Clinical Psychology And Other Mental Health Service Provider Specialties . It Is Strongly Recommended That Students Take This Course Concurrently With Psy 5110 . Psy 5210 In Combination With Psy 5110 Comprise The Equivalent Of Psy 6501 . Psy 7500 Can Be Accepted As A Substitute For This Course .

This course surveys the major theoretical perspectives on life span development from conception through late adulthood . Developmental processes related to physical, cognitive, moral, and emotional functions are reviewed as well as societal and cultural aspects of development .

This course includes reviews and study of contemporary literature involving the roles and impacts of relationships and situational variables in behavior and behavior change, particularly in therapeutic relationships .

This course is a study of the ethical and legal issues confronting the practicing psychologist . Topics related to clinical methodology, standards of practice, and inter-professional relations are explored . Students learn principles of ethical decision making, standards for human and animal use in research, and standards of care specified by state and federal laws . Emphasis is placed on exploration of the emotional impact that major ethical and legal dilemmas have on decision making . Students also master the current code of ethics of the American Psychological Association and other professional codes of ethics, such as the code of the American Association of Marriage andFamily Therapy or the code of the American Counseling Association . This course must be taken at University of the Rockies and may not be transferred from another institution . Cross-listed and equivalent with ORG/PSY 6520 .

This course is an overview of the psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral, and existential/humanistic schools of psychology, as well as corresponding models of counseling and frequently used assessment and therapeutic techniques . The primary focus in the course is on the development of both skills and rationale in the application of intervention strategies to treatment and case management . Cross-listed and equivalent with ORG/PSY 6530 .

This Course Emphasizes Statistical Concepts Related To Distributions And Methods Most Appropriate To Data And Theories In Psychology . The Focus Is On A Quantitative Approach To The Concepts And Methods Of Statistical Inference . Topics Include Sampling, Frequency Distributions, Estimation, And Probability . Statistical Techniques In Analysis And Interpretation Of Experimental Data Include Estimation And Testing, Analysis Of Variance, Experimental Designs, Linear Regression, And Correlation . Various Statistical Models Are Discussed Including Analyses Of Variance, Covariance, And Multiple Regression; Non-parametric Statistics; Components Of Variance; And Designs And Analyses For Multifactor Experiments . Basic Research Design Issues Are Addressed, With A Focus On Selecting Data Analysis Techniques To Appropriately Address Research Questions . It Is Highly Recommended That This Course Be Taken Concurrently With Psy 5320 . Psy 5310 In Conjunction With Psy 5320 Comprise The Equivalent Of Psy 5400 .

This Is A Laboratory Course Where Students Apply The Concepts Covered In Psy 5310 To Various Psychological Problems And Real Life Situations . Data Collection, Analysis, And Interpretation Experiences Are Heavily Emphasized . Psy 5320 Is A Co-requisite Or Pre-requisite To This Course . It Is Highly Recommended That This Course Be Taken Concurrently With Psy 5310 . Psy 5310 In Conjunction With Psy 5320 Comprise The Equivalent Of Psy 5400 .

This course introduces students to the theoretical systems, methods of inquiry, and terminologies associated with the history of psychology . The course is grounded in a broad historical understanding that builds a framework for understanding the contemporary field of psychology . The focus is on the major systems of Associationism, Structuralism, Functionalism, Behaviorism, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, and Existential/ Humanistic . Equivalent to PSY 5500 .

This Course Is Designed To Provide The Student With A Foundation Of Human Physiology Including The Nervous, Hormonal, Reproductive, And Sensory Systems, And The Attendant Functions Of Digestion, Sleep, Learning And Memory, Emotion And Other Human Biological Functions . The Course Provides An Essential Knowledge Base For Most Other Offerings In The Field Of Psychology . Equivalent To Psy 5510 . Org 7510 Or Psy 7510 Accepted As Substitutes .

This course provides an introduction and overview of the principles and theories of social psychology . The course includes exploration of behavior in groups, group impacts on individual behavior and the ways in which organizational rules and norms impact behavior . Constructs of social psychology, including social influence, social thinking, and attitude formation are covered and related to sociological and psychological research . Equivalent to PSY 6521 .

This Course Provides A Systematic Review Of The Wide Range Of Cultures And Individual Differences And The Ways In Which Cultural Mores, Ethnocentrism, And Factors Such As Matters Of Race, Gender, Religion, Sexual Orientation, Customs And Cultures Impact Behavior Of The Individual Themselves And Of Those Around Them . Through This Course, Students Better Understand Themselves And Others, In Terms Of Perceptions And Behaviors . Cross-listed And Equivalent With Org/psy 6499 And Org/psy 6500

This course studies the science of the cognitive and affective bases of behavior . The course reviews the contributions of cognitive psychology and also studies the effect of emotion and motivation on behavior . Cognitive psychology emphasizes perception, attention, memory, reasoning, language, imagery, and problem solving . Affective psychology focuses on emotional arousal, motivation, attribution, and mood . Students are thoroughly acquainted with research and research methods in this area and also focus on how this information applies in clinical practice . Equivalent to PSY 6510 .

With Families . It Includes A Historical Perspective On Family Theory Development . The Focus Is On Obtaining Knowledge And Theory About The Nuclear Family In Traditional And Alternative Forms . Normal Family Patterns Of Interaction, Family Life Cycle, Family Of Origin, Family Subsystems, And Societal Influence Are Explored . Contemporary Issues And Outcome Research Literature Are Reviewed . This Course Serves As A Knowledge Base For Further Study Of Assessment, Treatment, And Intervention With Families . Equivalent To Psy 5600 . Org Or Psy 7600 Accepted As Substitutes

This course involves the study of the theory and practice of psychological measurement . The focus is on the process of measuring and differentiating variables of psychological interest . Students explore basic concepts of measurement and the principles of test construction . The course familiarizes the prospective professional psychologist with the common tests used in psychological and educational practice . These include intellectual, aptitude, and achievement tests; interest inventories; personality tests; and social measures . Equivalent with ORG/PSY 5100 .

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 350 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. This clinical practicum is conducted in the Switzer Community Counseling Center.

This course focuses on the etiology and diagnosis of adult psychopathological disorders. Students develop skills in case conceptualization and addressing adult disorders, differential diagnosis and construction of a systematic treatment plan, emerging treatment revision, assessment of outcome, termination, and ethical issues in the treatment process. While placing treatment within a theoretical context, the real emphasis in this course is on treatment techniques aimed at symptom and problem reduction. Benefits and limitations of the diagnostic process are reviewed. This course must be taken at University of the Rockies and may not be transferred from another institution.

This course involves the study of the theory and practice of objective personality assessment. The course focuses on how objective personality assessment is used to provide information in educational, psychiatric, industrial, and medical practice. Primary emphasis is on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory - 2nd Edition, and the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory - 3rd Edition. Secondary emphasis is on the Personality Assessment Inventory and tests of normal personality functioning. In addition, the student gains familiarity with numerous scales and inventories used to measure functioning in educational, industrial, and psychiatric practice.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission of instructor.

This course focuses on the etiology and diagnosis of child and adolescent psychopathological disorders. Students develop skills in addressing disorders of childhood and adolescence, as well as psychotherapeutic techniques to be employed with children and adolescents with a broad range of psychological problems from stress reactions to psychosis. Treatment modalities include group, family, and individual. The course includes an examination of psychopathology in childhood and adolescence with emphasis on diagnostic classification systems for children, major types of disturbances, assessment techniques, and etiology as related to constitutional, environmental, and familial factors. Benefits and limitations of the diagnostic process are reviewed. This course must be taken at University of the Rockies and may not be transferred from another institution.

This course involves the study of the theory and practice of intellectual assessment. The course focuses on how intellectual assessment is used to provide information in educational, psychiatric, industrial, and neurological practice. Primary emphasis is on the assessment instruments developed by David Wechsler, PhD. Secondary emphasis is on the Stanford-Binet and Kaufmann Assessment Battery for Children. The student also gains familiarity with numerous intelligence tests and achievement tests used in school and industrial settings and with tests used with non-traditional clients.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission of instructor.

This course is a study of the history, theory, and practice of group counseling and psychotherapy. Several major contemporary models of group counseling are examined. Instructional methods include both didactic presentations and experiential methods. Students are afforded the opportunity to participate in a training group as a group member and as a leader. A strong emphasis is placed on ethical standards and self-assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses that affect group leadership.

This course demonstrates essential components that make up report writing commonly used in the field of mental health, including forensic/criminal/custody, school, traditional psychological, neuropsychological, industrial/organization, and other areas. Common structure of various types of reports will be considered, but with attention also given to more focused mental health venues. Common elements in report writing, integrating report writing, treatment plans and progress notes and summaries, evaluation of treatment outcomes, and documentation will be covered. Practice in writing reports will be a vital part of the course as well as review examples of well constructed reports. Finally, ethical issues of report writing will also be examined.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission of instructor.

This course focuses on the sexual response cycle, sexual identity, and the treatment of sexual disorders in clinical practice. The primary emphasis is on the way in which a disturbance in the processes of the sexual response cycle (desire/excitement/orgasm/resolution) leads to sexual dysfunction. The student also becomes familiar with the paraphilias and gender identity disorders.

This course involves the study of the theory and practice of projective personality assessment and the way in which projective assessment is used to provide information in clinical practice. Primary emphasis is on the Comprehensive System for scoring and interpreting the Rorschach Ink Blot Test. In addition, the student gains familiarity with the Holtzman Inkblot Technique, the Thematic Apperception Test, and projective drawings

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission of instructor.

This course is focused on the skills necessary to successfully complete a doctoral program in Clinical Psychology and work as a licensed psychologist. This includes completing a dissertation, obtaining an internship, completing post-doctoral hours, securing state licensure and gaining professional employment. The student is prepared to become a positive representative of, and contributor to, the mental health professional community.

This course extends a student’s knowledge of the principles and procedures involved in complex behavioral sciences research. The goal is to provide the student with an educational experience that allows him or her to become an informed consumer of scholarly psychological research. The course also prepares the student to conduct advanced research. Topics include philosophy of science, advanced research methods, and analysis of variance.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Com

Readings and exercises in this course emphasize design, analysis, and research concepts most appropriate to investigating intangibles and common data in psychological modeling. Techniques of methodological design related to observational, evaluative, systemic, psychohistorical, phenomenological, heuristic, mythic, and case methods are emphasized. Other course topics include data collection, reliability, validity, data summary and analysis, data reporting, influences on response rate, techniques of survey sampling (mail, questionnaire, and telephone surveys), and semi-structured interview schedules. Research issues of protection of human subjects, privacy, and confidentiality are also addressed. Students are supervised and share experiences gained while preparing to develop, administer, and analyze qualitative research projects. Emphasis is placed on the role that qualitative methodologies play in the world of research.

The recent trend toward empirically -based treatments excludes other, more potent factors responsible for psychotherapy outcome. This course takes a critical look at “business as usual” in mental health, exposes its mythmakers, and translates the latest research findings on what really works in therapy into empirically supported principles for clinical practice. It emphasizes practical skill building over theory by teaching students how to use valid and reliable feedback from clients to deliver effective, efficient, and accountable care.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Com

This is a required course which all clinical students must complete at University of the Rockies or through transfer credit. This course includes an examination of basic neurobiology, the brain, CNS, and biologic models of major psychiatric illness. Students examine in-depth the clinical uses, mechanisms of action, therapeutic efficacy, side effects, and other practical and clinical issues associated with psychotropic medications. These medications, designed to treat mental illness, include anti-depressants, mood stabilizers, anti-anxiety agents, and anti-psychotic medications. This course also examines the match between different clinical subgroups and various psychotropic medications, as well as the complex relationships between substance abusing or chemically dependent patients and psychopharmacologic treatments.

This Course Addresses The Basic Models And Theories Of Substance Abuse/chemical Dependency; Basic Psychopathology And Psychodynamics Of Substance Abuse/chemical Dependency; Assessment, Diagnosis, And Differential Diagnosis Of Substance Use Disorders (including Psychological Testing And Assessment With The Mmpi-2, Mac, Aui, Mast, And Others); And Treatment Models And Modalities For Substance Abusing And Chemically Dependent Clients

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Com

This Course Builds On The Foundation Covered In Psy 5310 And Psy 5320. The Focus Is On Multivariate Techniques Commonly Used In Psychological Research, Such As Factorial Analysis Of Variance, Analysis Of Covariance, Repeated Measures Analysis Of Variance, Multivariate Analysis Of Variance, Multiple Regression, Factor Analysis, Canonical Correlation, And Other Multivariate Techniques. The Emphasis Is Skillbuilding And Conceptual Understanding, With Exposure To A Variety Of Procedures, So Students Gain A Solid Understanding Of The Reasoning/ Logic Behind Statistical Procedures. Extensive Use Of Statistical Software Packages (e.g., Spss, R) Will Help Illustrate Techniques And Concepts. This Course Prepares Students To Analyze And Interpret Data Collected For The Dissertation

This course is designed as an interactive experience including a variety of exercises, group discussions, debates, and observations of supervision. The course prepares participants for a variety of therapy settings including private practice, agencies, and academia. The following critical areas of knowledge and skills are addressed: major models of supervision, development of a personal model of supervision, co-evolving therapist-client and supervisor’s relationships, issues in supervision, and ethical and legal considerations related to supervision. Students are also acquainted with best practices for consulting in agency settings

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Com

This course is designed to familiarize the student with language and terms used in neuroanatomy and physiological psychology. The course explores brain-behavior relationships that exist and are diagnostic in the practice of psychology. There is emphasis on the anatomy of the brain and the nervous system. The course also looks at several neurological conditions, including AIDS, Parkinson’s disease, and Multiple Sclerosis as well as the psychological and neurological impacts of these diseases.

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Com

A continuation of Clinical Practicum III, this course allows advanced students to obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of providing psychological services in the form of psychotherapy, psychological assessment, supervision, and consultation to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the supervision of licensed psychologists. With the approval of the Director of Clinical Training, students may do this Practicum in a setting other than the Switzer Community Counseling Center

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission

Students obtain direct clinical experience during 100 hours of participation in the provision of psychological services. Students provide clinical services in the form of psychotherapy and psychological assessment to a broad range of clients in collaboration with, and under the close supervision of, professional psychologists. Students write psychological intake and assessment reports as well as clinical progress notes. They also develop and implement treatment plans and present their work at case conferences. Students receive both individual and group supervision from licensed psychologists. Didactic training is included. Section subtitles listed in the course schedule reflect the topic of didactic training. Prerequisites: Completion of practicum application and permission

Students writing a dissertation must complete a total of 5 credits by registering for five consecutive terms of dissertation credit, one credit per term. Dissertations are written per the policies, practices and procedures in the Thesis and Dissertation Handbook. Clinical program students register for dissertation after they complete PSY 7620, Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology

The Internship year provides students with an intensive clinical experience building upon coursework, Practicum experiences, and supervision skills obtained during the first three years of coursework. Through their own investigation and with the assistance of the Internship Director at University of the Rockies, students obtain approved Internship sites either locally or at a distance to provide them with an opportunity to exercise clinical skills in their area of specialization or in general psychotherapy. Students are immersed during the Internship experience in a clinical setting that allows them to work full time in the field of psychology and therefore prepares them for a career in psychology. Students may refer to the Internship Handbook for detailed information regarding Internship requirements. All Internships must meet APPIC requirements

This course combines theory and practice by encouraging students to learn traditional and contemporary leadership theories and apply them to the analysis of the behavior or leaders, colleagues, and subordinates. Through a variety of readings, cases, and exercises, students will examine numerous effective leadership models. Topics include the evolution of leadership; the leadership roles of strategy, vision and transformational change; the development of leaders; the leadership responsibilities of creating effective teams, organizations and cultures; the exploration of different leadership styles; and current popular approaches to leadership theory.

This Course Will Define Terminology, Describe The Stages Of The Project Life Cycle, And Introduce The Various Techniques Available And Principles Underlying Managing New Programs And Projects. Topics Include: The Management Of Human Resources And Team Building, Planning And Control, Scope Management, Time And Cost Management, Quality And Risk Management, And Technical Tools Including Gantt And Pert Charting.

This course will examine the process of strategic planning. Organizations are undergoing a series of revolutionary changes, including vertical integration, horizontal consolidation, strategic alliances and joint ventures, entrepreneurial startups, and specialized niche networks. This course will critically examine changes and discuss the various strategic decisions and managerial skills needed to confront them in a variety of firms in organizations. The primary focus of the course is on the strategy of the business unit, which is the foundational level for competitive analysis, and an analysis of the issues central to the firm's short-term and long-term competitive success. Using a combination of case studies and industry field research, students will assume the roles of key decision-makers and/or advisors in analyzing these issues and offering recommendations for strategic change.

This course explores and analyzes the interrelationships of professions and the moral and social implication of the organization and its decisions. Topics include: theories of morality, moral development and decision-making, personal morality versus employer loyalty and cultural issues and the impact on business decisions. Individual and collective choice and its application to competitive markets and contemporary moral issues will be explored.

In this course, dispersed through two terms, each student will undertake a major investigation of a major leadership and management challenge in the workplace, be it from the student‘s own experience or in a field that the student hopes to secure employment. This capstone experience requires students to integrate principles, theories, and methods learned in courses required through their program. Students creatively analyze, synthesize, and evaluate learned knowledge in the project having a professional focus and communicate the results of the project effectively at a professional level. Written and oral component required. Part I is designed for students to develop a proposal and project plan in cooperation with the instructor and peers for their final capstone project. Students will develop a plan that identifies timelines, resources, and additional information necessary for completion of the capstone project. This course is designed for students to map out their individual project for completion at the end of the program. In Part II, students will complete and present their final project.

The purpose of this course is to present to the student the concepts behind internal accounting controls, such as cost accounting, job-order costing, process costing, activity-based costing, break-even analysis, and variable costing. The internal use of accounting for management planning, control and decision-making is emphasized. Budgeting and the balanced scorecard concept are also explored.

This course introduces marketing strategy in the context of a variety of businesses. The characteristics and management of markets are described in topics that include the marketing environment, components of the marketing mix, market segmentation, and planning.

This course will focus on strategies and tactics revolving around successful negotiation and mediation to improve individual and organizational effectiveness. Topics include: preparing for a negotiation, understanding individual preferences, identifying ethical and cross-cultural issues that might arise, and when and what kind of outside resources may be necessary. Students will examine the daily negotiations required in managing employees and working well with colleagues and teams.

This course presents the techniques and strategies behind successful non-profit fundraising in the areas of planning, budgeting, control and other activities in the context of the non-profit institution. Fundraising is more of an art rather than a science because fundraising is about people, personalities, and personal relationships. Topics include: identification and evaluation of potential donors, development of strategies, differentiating your organization, and developing a comprehensive plan.

This course examines the new trends and standards in the area of nonprofit governance. It is designed to explore policy issues associated with governance issues, as well as provide practical to those in nonprofit management. The structure of non-profits in relation to board composition and arrangement are examined. Topics include interactivity with the executive director and staff, board development, board management, committee operation and responsibility.

This course is based on a proactive approach to the management of people and resources. Using their workplace as the starting point, students will walk through a strategic, competency-based facilitation model of human resource management and will deal with practical aspects of managing people in the workplace in activities ranging from the assessment of the global environment to the identification of staffing needs and competencies that impact human resource decisions. This course covers the basics in the functional areas of HR: job analysis, staffing, job design, training, performance appraisal, compensation, succession planning, work-life balance and termination. Emphasizes the strategic rather than the administrative role of HR and, therefore, its thrust will be HR as a business partner to gain and sustain a competitive advantage. Students will examine the role of socio-technical systems and its interaction with human resources and all stakeholders (human element) in relation to moving the organization forward.