Courses

Core Course Requirements

 

FPY510 Biological Bases of Behavior

This course examines the biological bases of behavior and learning through the lifespan, including the fundamentals of neuroanatomy, brain development, neuropsychology, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, psychopharmacology and temperament. (3 units; Fall)

FPY510-B
Aguilar, Jenny Elizabeth_Ann
09/05/2023 Th 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM James Complex 192
FPY510-A
Aguilar, Jenny Elizabeth_Ann
09/05/2023 Th 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 192
FPY510-C
Collins, Mackenzie A.
09/05/2023 Th 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Yeager Center B252

KIN526 Musculoskeletal Exercise Intrven

This course examines the use of resistance and strength training in exercise programs. Topics include treatment of selected neuromuscular, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal diseases and dysfunction, as well as improvement of performance through musculoskeletal exercise. (3 units; Fall)

KIN526-A
Coburn, Jared W.
09/05/2023 M 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Health Science Campus M260
KIN526-A
Cain, Matthew D.
07/01/2024 - Online

PSY500 Diversity Issues in Counsel Psy

Examination of the effects of therapeutic interventions on culturally distinct populations. (3 units; Spring & Online)

PSY500-C
Robinson, Tanisha
01/08/2024 Th 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM James Complex 192
PSY500-B
King, Autumn Pamela
01/08/2024 T 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 191
PSY500-A
Robinson, Tanisha
01/08/2024 W 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Yeager Center B258
PSY500-A
Park, John C.
05/06/2024 W 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM TBA

PSY510 Human Growth and Development

A study of the developmental cycle of the human organism from a cognitive, psychological, sociological, and moral perspective. Emphasis is placed on theories and research related to child development. (3 units; Fall & Online)

PSY510-D
Joyce, Naomi Aleen
09/05/2023 M 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM James Complex 190
PSY510-C
Thomazin, Thomas W.
09/05/2023 Th 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Health Science Campus M261
PSY510-A
Joyce, Naomi Aleen
09/05/2023 M 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 190
PSY510-B
MacCallum, Jessica
09/05/2023 W 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Instructor OFFC
PSY510-E
Neve, Chelsey Leigh
09/05/2023 T 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Yeager Center B110

PSY525 MFT Counseling Techniques

Intervention techniques from a phenomenological, cognitive, behavioral and existential frame of reference. (3 units; Spring & Online)

PSY525-A
Waldron, Shelby Raylene
01/08/2024 Th 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Yeager Center B258

PSY530 Advanced Research Methodology

Theoretical and practical applications of research methods of psychotherapy. Prerequisite: BEH 383 Statistical Techniques in Behavioral Science or equivalent. (3 units; Spring & Online)

PSY530-F
Neve, Chelsey Leigh
01/08/2024 T 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Yeager Center B114
PSY530-D
Leach, Catherine M.
01/08/2024 T 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM The Village at CBU 300
PSY530-C
Leach, Catherine M.
01/08/2024 Th 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM The Village at CBU 300
PSY530-B
Bedolla, Carina P.
01/08/2024 M 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Yeager Center B258
PSY530-A
Frederick, Thomas Vincent
01/08/2024 M 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 190
PSY530-E
Neve, Chelsey Leigh
01/08/2024 T 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Yeager Center B114

PSY535 Advanced Psychopathology

Nature and causes of reactions to social, biological and psychological stress, maladaptive development, and faulty learning. Includes an in depth study of anxiety disorders, character personality, and the psychoses. (3 units; Spring & Online)

PSY535-D
Arellano, Hailey Helen
01/08/2024 W 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 190
PSY535-C
Donavan, Thomas E.
01/08/2024 M 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM James Complex 191
PSY535-A
Arellano, Hailey Helen
01/08/2024 T 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM The Village at CBU 300
PSY535-B
Thomazin, Thomas W.
01/08/2024 T 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM James Complex 245
PSY535-E
Neve, Chelsey Leigh
01/08/2024 W 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Building 36 36B

PSY560 Professional Ethics and Law

An examination and explanation of current laws and ethical issues affecting psychotherapists. (3 units; Fall & Online)

PSY560-C
McCarthy, Noah Daniel
09/05/2023 M 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Yeager Center B111
PSY560-A
Arellano, Hailey Helen
09/05/2023 M 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Yeager Center B218
PSY560-B
Candelas, Cory Lynne
09/05/2023 Th 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Building 36 36A2

SPP510 Adv Sport and Performance Psych

This course provides an in-depth application of psychological concepts to sport and performance. Emphasis is placed on issues of motivation, emotion, associative learning, imagery, spirituality and arousal regulation in regards to their influence on athletic performance and goal achievement. Included in this will be a discussion of the methodologies used to examine sport and performance psychology. This is a hands on course; students should expect to be involved in activities that require light to medium physical activity. (3 units; Fall)

SPP510-A
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 M 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM BUS 251

SPP520 Cognitive Bases of Behavior

This course provides an introduction into the structure and processes of the mind, focusing on topics including perception, attention, memory, and decision making. Students will examine the theoretical explanations of these constructs and examine implications of these theories in relation to thought, behavior, and the subjective experience. (3 units; Summer)

SPP520-A
Mauldin, Kristin N.
01/08/2024 M 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Building 36 36B

SPP530 Team Build and Perf Enh Techniq

This is an advanced course for graduate students in the Sport Psychology Program. It provides an in-depth approach to using performance enhancement techniques and troubleshooting issues that clients may be presenting to the consultant within a team or individual setting. Students will address professional and ethical issues of consulting in the field and in relation to their own personal consulting style. They will be able to apply these skills to diverse populations within performance. Students will work on going more in-depth in team and individual consulting sessions and the application of mental skills training and team dynamics. Prerequisite: SPP 510. (3 units; Spring)

SPP530-A
Garrett, Edward D.
05/06/2024 M 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM TBA

SPP535 Psychology of Injury

This is an advanced course for graduate students in the Sport Psychology Program. It covers a more in-depth approach to using the performance enhancement techniques and troubleshooting issues that clients may be presenting to the consultant with an injured athlete or client. The students will address professional and ethical issues of consulting in the field and in relation to their own personal consulting style. They will be able to apply these skills to diverse populations within performance. Students will work on going more in-depth in team and individual consulting sessions and the application of mental skills training and injury recovery. Prerequisite: SPP 530. (3 units; Fall)

SPP596 Capstone

This course provides in-depth examination of the theories underlying sport and performance psychology and a comprehensive review of techniques used in sport and performance psychology consultation. Preparation for the Association of Applied Sport Psychology certification exam will be a primary focus of this course, as well as integrating the concepts learned throughout the SPP program. Finally, students will work towards building their own consultation business model. Prerequisite: SPP 580. (3 units; Fall)

SPP596-A
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 T 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM Mission Hall 126

Practicum Requirements

 

SPP540 Sport and Performance Psy Prac I

This course provides students with an opportunity to observe the application of concepts learned in the classroom. Students will be observing the practicum instructors and externs as they consult with athletes and/or non-sport performers and then discussing their observations in the classroom. Pass/Fail. Additional practicum fee. (1 unit; Fall)

SPP540-E
Neve, Chelsey Leigh
09/05/2023 T 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM James Complex 181
SPP540-C
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 Th 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM James Complex 104
SPP540-A
Soto, Mario
09/05/2023 W 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Yeager Center B219
SPP540-D
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 Th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Health Science Campus L244
SPP540-B
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 T 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM James Complex 104

SPP560 Sport and Performnce Psy Prac II

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts learned in the classroom in applied settings. Students will observe sport and performance consultations and begin their own work with clients under the guidance of mentors. Focus will be on learning sport psychology consultation techniques and presentation skills. Pass/Fail. Additional practicum fee. Prerequisite: SPP 540. (1 unit; Spring)

SPP560-B
Soto, Mario
01/08/2024 M 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM James Complex 181
SPP560-A
Garrett, Edward D.
01/08/2024 M 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM James Complex 104
SPP560-D
Waldron, Shelby Raylene
01/08/2024 Th 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM James Complex 181
SPP560-C
Soto, Mario
01/08/2024 M 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM James Complex 181

SPP580 Sport and Perfrmnce Psy Prac III

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts learned in the classroom in applied settings. Students will continue working with clients under the guidance of mentors. Focus will be on continuing providing continuous services for clients as well as beginning to build their own client base. In addition, focus will be placed on professional development and learning the basics of building a brand. Pass/Fail. Additional practicum fee. Prerequisite: SPP 560. (1 unit; Summer)

SPP580-B
Garrett, Edward D.
05/06/2024 Th 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM TBA
SPP580-C
Waldron, Shelby Raylene
05/06/2024 T 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM TBA
SPP580-A
Garrett, Edward D.
05/06/2024 Th 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM TBA

 

Complete one of the following courses:

SPP590 Sport and Perfrmnce Psy Prac IV

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts learned in the classroom in applied settings. Students will continue working with clients under the guidance of mentors. Focus will be on continuing providing continuous services for clients, building their own client base, and mentoring the new SPP students. In addition, focus will be placed on professional development and learning to run their own business. Pass/Fail. Additional practicum fee. Prerequisite: SPP 580. (1 unit; Fall)

SPP590-C
Waldron, Shelby Raylene
09/05/2023 Th 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Aviation Ctr Riv Airport C102
SPP590-B
Soto, Mario
09/05/2023 W 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM Yeager Center B222
SPP590-A
Garrett, Edward D.
09/05/2023 Th 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM James Complex 104

SPP590G Sport and Perfrmnce Psy Pract

This course provides students with an opportunity to apply concepts learned in the classroom in applied settings. Students will continue working with clients under the guidance of mentors. Focus will be on continuing providing continuous services for clients, building their own client base, and mentoring the new SPP students. In addition, focus will be placed on professional development and learning to run their own business. This course includes a trip to the AASP National Conference. Pass/Fail. Additional trip fee(s). Prerequisite: SPP 580. (1 units; Fall)