Foundations of Professional Psychology

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This course will provide you with an overview of the skills needed to study about, and work within, the field of psychology. You will be able to identify the importance of the scholar practitioner model and apply this to your specific area of study. These skills, as they relate to the field of psychology, include academic writing with a focus on professionalism and inclusivity, APA style formatting, critical reading and evaluation of scholarly literature, and critical thinking. This course will also provide support and networking through school and professional resources, career exploration, and understanding state and national licensure/credentialing. You will apply these skills as you evaluate disciplines of psychology and analyze the theoretical and conceptual foundations of psychology.