This course is designed to provide an overview of the research and clinical activities within the field of clinical psychology. Topics include the history of the field as well as contemporary issues related to professional training and research, the diagnosis and classification of disorders, psychological testing, approaches to psychotherapy and their empirical support, the role of culture in assessment and treatment, professional ethics, and specialty areas within the field.
Course Requirements:
Student evaluation will be based on three exams and a term paper.
Class Format:
This is a lecture course.