Psychology Human Services and Education

College Seminar is an opportunity for students to develop the skills necessary to improve the chances for success in the college environment. General College procedures, the fundamental notions of time management and study skills, and the specific responsibilities of today's students in a variety of local and global environments are discussed. One or more collaborative projects will be an integral part of the course. Corequisites: The course must be taken in the student's first thirty hours of study. General first year courses would usually be taken at the same time.

English 1 is a composition course. By focusing on several kinds of writing--self expressive, informative, argumentative/persuasive, and others--it teaches the student to produce the clear, correct and effective prose required in a wide variety of professions and occupations. Class meetings are a blend of lecture and discussion with frequent in-class writing activities. Conferences may be required. Readings are studied as models of good writing and for the ideas they contain. There are eight writing assignments altogether, including an in-class essay, a research-based assignment, and a business writing assignment. Prerequisites: Appropriate evaluation on the placement test writing sample, or successful completion of EN099 Introduction to College English, or successful completion of SL116 ESL4 Advanced Composition, or permission of Humanities Department Head or course instructor.

This course explores the form and function of human body systems for non-science students. It stresses normal and abnormal life processes as well as the philosophy and history of science including the scientific method. Laboratory exercises complement lecture topics, which include the study of cells and tissues, and the nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and reproductive systems. Dissections are required in the laboratory.

This course is designed to introduce students to the many and varied facets of psychology. Emphasis throughout the course will be on interactions of individuals in their cultural, social and economic environments as determined by their cognitive, behavioral and emotional experiences and training.

SO101 is an introductory sociology course. Its main objective is not to make sociologists, but rather to give an understanding of and a feeling for the society in which we live. The concepts and theories discussed in this course relate to humanity, its culture and society, to those forces which contribute to the smooth operation of this society as well as those forces which contribute to conflict and social problems. Key topics include culture, socialization, stratification, population and patterns of social organization. Various forms of media will be used to present the topics of this course.

This course provides an exploration of the broad field of human services, introduces theoretical systems for understanding human behavior and examines professional ethics and standards. Communication techniques and procedures are stressed. A continual theme throughout the course is the need for self-awareness.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course seeks to deepen the students' understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in both imaginative literature and a full-length book of non-fiction. To this end, students use and develop critical thinking and language skills. They do so mainly in their attempts to raise and answer questions in their readings, discussions, and expository writing tasks, which may include exploratory writing, an academic journal, reports and essays. A library-oriented research project is required. Prerequisite: EN101 English 1: Composition or EN105 English Composition for Speakers of Other Languages

This course is designed to familiarize students with historical views of abnormality as well as current classification of abnormal behavior. A major emphasis will be the comparison of various perspectives on abnormal behavior. Prerequisite: PY101 Introduction to General Psychology.

This course provides an overview of the broad field of drug abuse and alcoholism including pharmacology, causes and legal aspects of drug abuse, intervention and prevention, physiology and psychological aspects of alcoholism. The role of the professional and non-professional in counseling and intervention will be examined and be explored. Special emphasis will be placed on alternatives to chemical substance abuse and the self-destructing behaviors which produce them.

This course examines research methodology in the behavioral science including observational/ recording methods, the evaluation of performance (psychometrics) and quasi-experimental research. Emphasis is placed upon the application of the methodologies to research designs and the interpretation of psychological reports. Prerequisite: PY101 Introduction to Psychology. (Spring and summer semesters only)

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course provides the opportunity to gain supervised, practical experience working in a human service setting. In addition to a minimum of 90 hours of field experience, over the course of the semester, participation in a weekly seminar is required. Studentsmust complete appropriate pre-professional courses before beginning their internship, as specified in individual program displays. Prerequisite permission of Internship Coordinator or designee.

This course provides a foundation in alcoholism/substance abuse counseling knowledge and skills, including practice in basic counseling skills. Prerequisite: HS241 Chemical Dependencies.

This course provides an in-depth look at the effects of alcoholism and substance abuse on the family system. Topics include a variety of approaches to viewing the family, a general overview of codependency, and aspects of family and codependency treatment, including how counselors can be affected. Prerequisite: HS241 Chemical Dependencies.

This course covers principles underlying effective alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) prevention strategies. A systems approach is used to give an overview of methods, goals, objectives, models, and history of prevention. The risk and protective framework provides the basis for prevention program examples. These programs are evaluated using science-based methods. Prevention ethics are discussed, with the opportunity to observe and demonstrate presentation skills. This course fulfills requirements of the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services for credentialing of alcohol and substance abuse prevention professionals and prevention specialists. Prerequisite: HS241 Chemical Dependencies.

This course provides an introduction to the field of social services with emphasis on ethical and policy considerations faced by human service practitioners, chemical dependency counselors, and educators. Ethical decision-making, professional competence, self-disclosure, confidentiality, and related topics are covered as they apply to working in counseling and educational settings. In addition, the course examines legislation affecting the role of the practitioner and the economic security of the client.

This course provides students with information concerning the responsibilities and procedures for identifying and reporting child abuse and maltreatment. Other topics include characteristics of abusive parents or caregivers, protection of children, and related legal issues. Successful completion of this course will meet the New York State requirement for individuals employed in positions designated as mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course provides a continuation of the supervised experience in a human service setting with the student assuming greater initiative and responsibility for the provision of services. In addition to the minimum of 90 hours of field experience, over the course of the semester, participation in a weekly seminar is required. Corequisite: HS251 Internship 1 or HS253 Case Management Internship.

This course is designed to present the student with a variety of approaches towards the acquisition of group counseling skills and techniques that are applicable for work within various Human Service consumer populations and age groups. Issues addressed include substance abuse, mental health, conflict resolution skills, and trauma. Students practice group techniques and skills. Prerequisite: HS101 Introduction to Human Services or permission of the Department Head

A survey of issues is covered related to legal aspects of alcohol, drug, and treatment programs, treatment of special populations, child abuse reporting, treatment in correctional institutions, specialized addictive treatment modalities, and employee assistance programs. Poly-addiction and new drugs are included. In addition, issues related to the professional in alcoholism and substance abuse treatment are discussed. Other topical issues are introduced, based on class needs and new trends. Prerequisite: HS241 Chemical Dependencies.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.