Elective Course
PSY301 – Introduction to Clinical Therapies
Course Unit Code: PSY301
Type Of Unit: Elective
Level of Course Unit: Undergraduate
Year of Study: Year 3
Number of ECTS Credits: 7.5
Class Contact Hours: 36
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites
PSY208 & PSY303Â
Course Objectives
This course aims to give students a thorough introduction of the numerous clinical therapy approaches, procedures, and guidelines that are employed in the medical industry. In order to build a solid foundational understanding of how therapeutic interventions are used to promote health, well-being, and healing in individuals across a range of populations, this course aims to acquaint students with the basic concepts and practices involved in clinical therapies.Â
Learning Outcomes
The following learning outcomes are expected, where students will:Â Â
- Understand various clinical therapeutic procedures, approaches, and underlying theories.Â
- Identify the main theoretical perspectives guiding clinical therapeutic techniques.Â
- Apply fundamental therapeutic procedures under supervision or in simulated environments.Â
- Discuss ethical and legal issues in therapeutic interventions, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.Â
- Communicate therapeutic concepts effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.Â
Course Content
This course aims to give students a thorough introduction of the numerous clinical therapy approaches, procedures, and guidelines that are employed in the medical industry. In order to build a solid foundational understanding of how therapeutic interventions are used to promote health, well-being, and healing in individuals across a range of populations, this course aims to acquaint students with the basic concepts and practices involved in clinical therapies.
Week 1: Introduction to Clinical Therapies
Week 2: Theoretical Foundations of Clinical Therapies
Week 3: Types of Clinical Therapies
Week 4: Assessment in Clinical Therapies
Week 5: Therapeutic Techniques and Interventions
Week 6: Ethical and Legal Considerations in Clinical Therapies
Week 7: Patient-Centered Care and Cultural Competence
Week 8: Interprofessional Collaboration
Week 9: Assessing Therapy Effectiveness
Week 10: Emerging Trends and Technologies
Week 11: Professional Development and Continued Learning
Week 12: Reflection and Self-Awareness
Course Features
Teaching methodology: Lecture
Assessment:
- Midterm & Final Exam (30% & 30%): Mid-term and final exams will be conducted covering the entire course. Both exams will include multiple-choice, short-answer, and essay questions. Â
- Group assignment and presentation (20%): where students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of clinical therapies. This will involve presenting a complex clinical case, a treatment plan, or a critical analysis of current therapy trends.Â
- Individual assignments (10%): Require students to maintain reflective journals or portfolios throughout the course. These can serve as a tool for self-assessment and self-reflection.Â
- Presence & Participation (10%): Students should be present and actively participate in in-class discussions.Â
Readings
Corey, G. (2020). Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy (10th ed.). Brooks/ColeÂ
American Psychological Association (APA): www.apa.org Â
TherapyEd: www.therapyed.com Â
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