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Medical School Foundation,

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Psychology Department
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Checked by: Dr. Mary Glenda A. Lugtu, RPsy

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Approved by: Dr. Grace Joy G. Nietes, RN

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VISION: GSDMSFI envisions to be a Prime Learning Institution.

MISSION: To provide an excellent learning environment that will promote holistic development
GOALS:
1. Develop a dynamic curriculum that is responsive to the needs of the community.
2. Utilize research output as basis for innovation.
3. Establish sustainable programs with multi-sectoral linkages.
CORE VALUES:
Integrity Teamwork Excellence Accountability Commitment Humility
GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES:
Competent Professionals Research Oriented
Effective Communicator Compassionate
Efficient Collaborator Morally Upright
Patriotic Citizen Life-Long Learner
Leader Entrepreneurially Inclined
DEPARTMENTAL VISION: The Psychology Department aspires to be recognized as one of the premiere academic homes of Psychology in SOCCSKSARGEN.
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION: To provide a quality and holistic education through GSDMSFI’s deep commitment in teaching psychology, scientific research, and
development that will meaningfully address the betterment of the human condition and prepare students to be competitive in the modern academic and professional
environment.
PROGRAM OJECTIVES:
Course Title
Course No.
Course Description
Course Credit
Contact Hours 3 hours lecture per week; Total of 45 lecture hours per semester
Placement 4th Year Second Semester
Pre-requisites
Independent Study 11 hours
Program Outcomes 1. Demonstrate the capability to discuss and analyze major theories and concepts in Psychology.
2. Demonstrate and apply the methods of psychological inquiry in building knowledge in local culture and context.
3. Demonstrate and apply psychological theories and methods in personal, technological and professional setting.
4. Demonstrate capability for self-reflection and independent learning in graduate education or in a professional context.
5. Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviors in research and practice in psychology.
6. Demonstrate harmonious interpersonal relationship with colleagues, clients, and others in diverse cultural setting.
7. Demonstrate the ability to conduct psychological assessment and evaluation.
8. Integration of institutional core values
9. Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills in areas related to psychology.
Level Outcomes At the end of the school year the students acquire the following competencies:
1. Able to enumerate and discuss the process of test developments;
2. The application of different counseling of theories and techniques are evident;
3. Able to display good working relationships to others under the supervisions of jurisprudence and ethics.
Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students shall be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
1. Demonstrate understanding of principles of testing and assessment, including group process components, developmental stage theories,
group members’ roles and behaviors, and therapeutic factors of group work;
2. Demonstrate understanding of mental disorders treatments and approaches, including characteristics of various types of group leaders and
leadership styles;
3. Demonstrate understanding of theories of group counseling, including commonalities, distinguishing characteristics, and pertinent research
and literature;
4. Demonstrate understanding of group counseling methods, including group counselor orientations and behaviors, appropriate selections
criteria and methods, and methods of evaluation of effectiveness;
5. Demonstrate understanding of approaches used for other types of group work, including task groups, psychoeducational groups, and
therapy groups;
6. Demonstrate understanding of professional preparation standards for clinicians, employees or emerge as leaders;
7. Demonstrate understanding of ethical and legal considerations related to group work;
8. Become more conscious of his/her personal growth through participation as a citizen living in the society.
Note: You may refer to the sample outcomes and align it to the subject you are assigned to.
LEARNING PLAN

LEARNING LEARNING STRATEGIES ASSESSME VALUES

WEEK CONTENTS/TOPICS REFERENCES
OUTCOMES NT INTEGRATION
Classroom TA
1 3 hrs
INTRODUCTION
A. Instructor Information
B. Requirements and Final
Project
INTRODUCTION TO
ABNORMAL American Psychiatric
PSYCHOLOGY Association. (2013).
1. Defining what Diagnostic and
PRELIM

Abnormal Behavior statistical manual of

Distinguish the Quiz,
differences, pros and Means mental disorders (5th
Lecture, recitation,
cons of each perspective 2. Abnormal ed.).
interactive class group
and learn how to apply Psychology in EXCELLENCE
discussion, discussion or
each in the treatment Psychoanalytic Barlow, D. H., &
visual aids, roleplay,
plan of identified mental Perspective Durand, V. M. (2018).
group learning essay
illnesses. 3. Abnormal
activities Abnormal psychology:
Psychology in
Behavioral An integrative
Perspective approach.
4. Abnormal
Psychology in
Medical Perspective
5. The Biopsychosocial
Approach

NOTE: Kindly insert additional tables for continuation for prelims, midterms and finals. Week 6, 12, & 18 are for examination periods.
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: Face-to-Face (Classroom)

RESOURCES: Laptop, Tablets or Mobile Phones with internet, E-books, Articles, Journals

COURSE REQUIREMENT: Reflection Papers, Compilations of Questionnaires

REFERENCES: For references, update to the latest version available.

Book:
 Cohen, R.J., & Swerdlik, M.E. (2018). Psychological testing and assessment: an Introduction to tests and measurement (9th ed). NY: McGrawHill.
 Aamodt, M. G. (2007). Industrial/Organizational Psychology: An Applied Approach (5 th ed.). California: Wadsworth Publishing, Inc.
 American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.).
 Barlow, D. H., & Durand, V. M. (1995). Abnormal psychology: An integrative approach.
 Santrock, J.W. (2013). Life-Span Development, 14th Edition. New York, New York, USA. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

Online sources:
 American Psychiatric Association. (2022). In Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed., text rev.)
 Coaley, K. (2014). An introduction to psychological assessment & psychometrics (2nd ed.). Los Angeles: Sage Publications.
 Goldfinger, K., & Pomerantz, A.M. (2014). Psychological assessment and report writing
(2nd ed.). Los Angeles: Sage Publications.
 Groth-Marnat, G. (2016). Handbook of psychological assessment. New Jersey: John
Wiley & Sons, Hoboken.
 Suhr, J. (2015). Psychological assessment: a problem-solving approach. New York:
The Guilford Press.
 Muchinsky, P. (2006). Psychology Applied to Work (8 th ed.). California: Wadsworth Publishing, Inc.
 Schultz, D. P. and Schultz, S. E. (2006). Psychology and Work Today: An Introduction to Industrial and Organizational Psychology (9 th ed.). New Jersey:
Pearson Education, Inc.

GRADING SYSTEM
Assignment/Seatwork 15%
Quizzes 15%
Project 30%
Examination 40%
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TOTAL 100%
Semestral Grade = (PLG+MTG+FG)/3
H. Classroom Policies
 1. All classes should start and end with a prayer.
2. No student may leave his/her classroom while the class is in session unless the teacher gives permission.
3. In case the faculty member is absent from his/ her class, the office of the Dean shall notify the students.
4. Students should be in complete uniform except on Wednesday and Saturday; ID must be worn.
5. Students who enter the classroom within fifteen minutes (15) from the class schedule time are considered late, beyond fifteen minutes is considered absent. Students who
are considered absent may be allowed to attend the class but are not allowed to participate in any graded classroom activity.
6. Three consecutive late is equivalent to one-day absence. Incurred absences, whether excused or not, are deducted from the total allowable absences, which is 20% of the
total contact hours.
7. Use of cellphone is prohibited.
8. Cleanliness of the classroom should be maintained.
9. Classroom activities should not be a cause of disturbance to other classes.
I. Consultation Schedule:

Prepared by:

_________________________________
Instructor

Approved by:

Dr. MARY GLENDA A. LUGTU, RPSy

Program Head

Dr. GRACE JOY G. NIETES, RN

AVPA/College Dean