PSY 470 - Health Psychology

(3 units) CO13, CO14

Examination of the psychosocial dynamics that impact a person’s health and health-related behaviors.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): General Education courses (CO1-CO3) completed; at least 3 courses from CO4-CO8 completed; Junior or Senior standing; PSY 240.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify and describe theories and concepts within the field of health psychology.
2. apply health psychology theories, concepts, and research findings to real-world situations.
3. critically examine psychological, social, and behavioral impacts on people’s health and their responses to it.
4. apply previous and current coursework to semester capstone project on improving a health-related behavior.

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