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Counselling & Psychology

CP 605 Advanced Skills in Research Methods in Counselling Psychology
1 Term; 3 Credits

This course aims at introducing students to advanced research skills in Counselling
Psychology. Departmental colleagues with different specialties will introduce advanced
statistical and research methods, such as structural equation modelling, multivariate analyses,
behavioural observation, electrophysiological techniques, and ethnographic skills. Students
learn to evaluate the strengths and limitations of these techniques, and design their own
research studies with multiple measures and assessments tools various modalities.

CP 606 Research Mentorship in Counselling Psychology

Prere: CP 605 1 Term; 3 Credits

This course aims to engage students in counselling psychology research by working

collaboratively with their mentors in research studies relating to counselling psychology.

Students assist in their mentors' research studies at different phases, during which they

practise their own research and professional skills. They will also develop essential research

techniques for working in an authentic research environment.

CP 607-9 Clinically-based Research Thesis I, II & III 3 Terms; 18 Credits
Prere: CP 605 & CP 606

Students conduct their own research studies in counselling psychology independently
under the supervision of departmental staff. Students are required to formulate research
hypotheses, conduct research studies in psychology, present research findings and write their
theses in APA format. In particular, students contribute to counselling psychology by providing
research support to improve clinical settings and/or clinical processes.

CP 610 Independent Clinical Study I
1 Term; 3 Credits

The primary focus of this course will be on preparing the student for actual clinical prac-
tice. The student will choose two specific populations they want to work with and gain
expertise in (e.g. school, children and family centre, mental health setting, university counsel-
ling centre). The instructor and the student will develop an academic component (e.g. paper,
reading list) that will pertain to the student's chosen populations. The instructor and the
student will have regular contact to monitor progress.

CP 611 Independent Clinical Study II
1 Term; 3 Credits

The primary focus of this course will be on preparing the student for actual clinical prac-
tice. The student will choose two specific therapeutic modalities they want to gain expertise in
(e.g. CBT, psychodynamic, play therapy, existential, couples therapy). The instructor and the
student will develop an academic component (e.g. paper, reading list) that will pertain to the
student's chosen modalities. The instructor and the student will have regular contact to

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