Goals and Learning Outcomes
The MAPAP Learning Objectives are based on the international requirements for the master programs in psychology, as well as State Educational Standards for receiving a master's degree in psychology.
Goals of the program:
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Foster students’ advanced understanding of contemporary applied psychological theory and practice methodology and the ways to apply them to facilitate the development of society.
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Train students to apply advanced practical skills in psychological counseling and assessment in a variety of treatment modalities.
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Foster students’ advanced and wide understanding of research methods in social sciences and psychology, enabling them to conduct independent professional research and present their results in professional settings.
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Train multiculturally- and variety-focused professionals who demonstrate ethical and professional behavior while working with diverse populations.
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Form widely-applicable transferable skills to be applied in various organizational, educational and other professional settings.
Goal 1: Foster students’ advanced understanding of contemporary applied psychological theory and practice methodology and the ways to apply them to facilitate the development of society.
Learning outcomes:
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Students can demonstrate a good understanding of advanced contemporary theories in psychology.
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Students can effectively utilize contemporary psychological practice methodology in the development and realization of psychoeducation campaigns for the advancement of society.
Goal 2: Train students to apply advanced practical skills in psychological counseling and assessment in a variety of treatment modalities.
Learning outcomes:
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Students demonstrate effective counseling skills in a variety of treatment modalities, such as individual, group and family counseling.
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Students are able to do an assessment of a client, which will include history, mental status, case formulation, results of used tests/inventories and treatment recommendations.
Goal 3: Foster students’ advanced and wide understanding of research methods in social sciences and psychology, enabling them to conduct independent professional research and present their results in professional settings.
Learning outcomes:
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Students can critically evaluate contemporary research for quality and applicability to the practice of psychology.
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Students can demonstrate the ability to apply a variety of research methods via their research activities and present their results.
Goal 4: Train multiculturally- and inclusive-minded professionals who demonstrate ethical and professional behavior while working with diverse populations.
Learning outcomes:
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Students are able to demonstrate the ability to establish counseling relationships with clients diverse in age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, ability and other dimensions.
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Students demonstrate ethical behavior in decision-making processes in the application to counseling and research.
Goal 5: Form widely-applicable transferable skills to be applied in various organizational, educational and other professional settings.
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Students can design, implement and adapt psychological interventions in a variety of settings, such as educational, managerial or organizational.
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Students can effectively implement teaching and supervision skills.