NEW YORK
METROPOLITAN
UNIVERSITY

Graduate Course Certificate in Psychology in Clinical Psychology

  • Eligibility Criteria

    Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

  • Credit Hours

    6

  • Courses Offered

    5

  • Course Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

  • Estimated Fee

    $1,560

Courses Offered

A graduate certificate offered by NYMU is respected by many accreditation authorities worldwide and the decree that t holds will serve to create a line of fantastic job opportunities that will eventually progress your career.

Consultation (CPS-374)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction And Overview Of The Book
     Counseling And Consultation
     The Context Of Consultation
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Context Of Intervening And Change
     Formal And Psychological Contracts
     Gender, Disabilities, Racioethnicity, And The Psychological Contract
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Dimensions
     Ethical Decision-Making In Consultation
     Mental Health Consultation
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behavioral Person-In-Environment Approaches
     Process Consultation In Organizations, Institutions, And Agencies
     School-Based Consultation And Collaboration
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Agency-Based Consultation And Collaborative Cultures
     Structuring Workshops/Seminars In Consultation

Assessment And Intervention In Child Clinical Psychology (CPS-379)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Definition: The Nature Of The Problem
     Prevalence: The Extent Of The Problem
     The History Of The Problem: Development Of The Field And Current Issues
     Conceptual Models: Approaches To The Problem
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Screening And Classification
     Evaluation For Instruction
     Biological Factors
     Family Factors
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     School Factors
     Cultural Factors
     Attention And Activity Disorders
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conduct Disorder: Overt Aggression
     Conduct Disorder: Covert Antisocial Behavior
     Problem Behaviors Of Adolescence: Delinquency, Substance Abuse, And Early Sexual Activity.
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Anxiety And Related Disorders
     Depression And Suicidal Behavior
     Schizophrenia And Pervasive Developmental Disorders

Substance Abuse And Behavioral Therapy (CPS-488)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Substance Abuse Counseling
     The Major Substances Of Abuse And The Body
     Etiological Theories Of Substance Abuse
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessment And Diagnosis
     Treatment Planning And Treatment Setting
     Individual And Group Treatment
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Family Therapy In Substance Abuse Treatment
     Working With Selected Populations: Treatment Issues And Characteristics
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Working With Diverse Cultures: Revisiting Issues In Prevention And Intervention
     Sustaining Behavior Change: Relapse Prevention Strategies
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Prevention
     Research And Contemporary Issues

Advanced Clinical Psychology (CPS-821)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Diagnostic Assessment And Treatment Planning
     Ethical And Cross-Cultural Aspects Of Practice
     Childhood Disorders
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Anxiety Disorders
     Eating Disorders
     Addiction Disorders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mood Disorders
     Schizophrenia And Other Psychoses
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Delirium And Dementias
     Post-Traumatic And Acute Stress Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sexual Dysfunction
     Personality And Other Disorders

Ethical And Legal Issues In Clinical Psychology (CPS-909)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Professional Identity Of Counselors
     Professional Practice In A Multicultural Society
     Client Welfare And Informed Consent
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Confidentiality And Privileged Communication
     Records And Subpoenas
     Competence And Malpractice
     Boundary Issues
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Counseling Children And Vulnerable Adults
     Counseling Families And Groups
     Evaluation, Testing, And Diagnosis
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Professional Relationships And Private Practice
     Technology And Health Care Plans
     Issues In Counselor Education
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Supervision And Consultation
     Research And Publications
     Resolving Legal And Ethical Issues

Why Choose New York Metropolitan University

New York Metropolitan University is the name of excellence, and we emphasize fully working on the future of our students just so they can reach their true potential. Our unparalleled campus experience allows students of all races and religions to excel in their abilities. Here, you are not just growing in your educational career; you can also focus on and enhance your extracurricular activities. We are passionate about providing you with the best overall experience before you enter your professional career path. However, the real career paths of students begin with us.