PSYD 895K Community Psychology

Students will learn theory and research on the role of community psychology in addressing problems related to a range of pervasive social justice issues such as violence, homelessness, poverty, intolerance, and substance abuse, which impact on the health of individuals and communities. Community Psychology takes an ecological approach to human functioning, health/dysfunction in the interaction between individuals and larger social systems and concerned with preventive interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration. Needs assessments, program development and evaluation, community organizing, activism and advocacy, grant writing/fundraising skills, and policy analysis will be emphasized. This course is part of the FSPP PSYD curriculum. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the FSPP PsyD Program. Co-requisite(s): None. 1.5 semester hours