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2004-2005 Springfield College Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychology and Counseling
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The psychology and counseling programs in the Psychology Department fully encompass
the College’s humanics philosophy, serving as a vital bridge to the understanding
of the full range of human behavior-both in practical, real-life situations or
in theoretical and scholarly study. Founded more than fifty years ago to address
the stresses of a dynamic postwar culture, the College’s Psychology Department
prepares graduate students to assume leadership roles in a variety of careers,
including athletic counseling, college administration, clinical, school guidance
counseling, industrial or organizational psychology, `and marriage and family
therapy.
Many exciting new career opportunities are available for counselors and psychologists
holding advanced degrees, particularly in the fields of educational counseling,
community mental health care, counseling for the aging, and the growing areas
of consulting, training, and marketing research.
Contact Person:
Dr. Ann Moriarty
Chair, Department of Psychology
Telephone: (413) 748- 3322
E-Mail: Anna_Moriarty@spfldcol.edu
The Programs and Curricula
The Springfield College graduate programs in psychology and counseling strive
to meet ever-changing community and organizational needs by producing highly trained
counselors, administrators, and human resource professionals with a keen sense
of self-awareness, effective counseling skills, and knowledge of a wide range
of helping strategies. The College’s emphasis on humanics is especially well-suited
to preparing compassionate and insightful graduates who understand the interconnectedness
of spirit, mind, and body.
The graduate programs combine content mastery and exceptional field training
to produce scientist-practioners uniquely prepared to apply their knowledge of
the human mind and the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of human
behavior to real-life situations- helping people live better and more productively.
In each psychology program, the curriculum is characterized by two parallel themes:
a practical understanding of people and why they behave the way they do, and a
scholarly appreciation of the problems encountered in the discipline of psychology.
Students in the psychology and counseling programs must complete forty-eight
to sixty semester hours of graduate course work, depending on the concentration.
The programs are designed to allow flexibility for both full- and part-time students.
Courses are often scheduled in evening and summer sessions, and individual work
sites may be used for fieldwork/internship experience and credit. Working professional
can often complete the requirements for a part-time master’s program in two years.
Sample curriculum sequences for part-time study are available upon request.
The Psychology Department is housed in Locklin Hall, which includes a counseling
laboratory with two-way mirrors, a new research and computer laboratory with biofeedback
equipment, as well as classrooms and offices. The programs are enhanced by the
on-campus presence of the Springfield College Counseling Center, the Center for
Performance Enhancement and Applied Research, an Employee Assistance Program,
a career center, and many college services and offices where graduate students
can pursue supervised fieldwork in a convenient professional setting. Services
at the Counseling Center include a wide range of remedial and preventative mental
health services. The College’s athletic facilities provide training and study
opportunities for athletic counseling students. In addition to campus resources,
a wide array of schools, businesses, other institutions of higher learning, human
services and counseling agencies provide for a wealth of mentoring, internship
and professional opportunities.
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Athletic Counseling Concentration
Recent trends in the world of sport have highlighted the need for individuals
who are sensitive to unique academic, social, and athletic challenges that athletes
face at all levels. The Athletic Counseling program is designed to meet this need
by offering students an interdisciplinary preparation in counseling, psychology,
and the sport sciences that will enable them to offer specialized support services
to athletes in a variety of settings.
Building on a foundation of general counseling competencies, students in the
program are offered intensive study and research opportunities in the area of
life span developmental factors that affect athletes. Classroom, laboratory, and
fieldwork placements provide students with opportunities to gain both theoretical
knowledge and practical experience in providing support services to this unique
population.
The basic program, leading to either a M.S. or a M.Ed. degree, is forty-eight
semester hours. Students seeking further specialization in career development,
life skills enhancement, sport psychology or counseling/ clinical areas may elect
to take additional coursework. Students planning full time study must begin their
program in September.
The supervised fieldwork/internship component of the program provides students
with opportunities to work with athletes in a variety of settings. Sites range
from high school to Division I university programs, and give the students significant
experience in preparation for professional careers. Participation in the Research
Team is an option for the students to gain a better understanding of the research
process. Students and faculty meet weekly to discuss recent student and faculty
research.
Contact Person:
Dr. Judy VanRaalte
Telephone: (413) 748-3388
E-Mail: Judy_Van Raalte@spfldcol.edu CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
Program/Concentration Requirements: (30-43 s.h.)
Research requirement: Plan A: M.Ed
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Research requirement: Plan B: M.S. - Thesis is required
Plan B requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a master’s research thesis which culminates in an oral defense.
The program requirements include a statistics course and six semester hours of
credit for RSCH 612: Proposal Design (2 s.h.) and RSCH 635: Thesis (4 s.h.). The
student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose to
receive the master of education. Research requirement: Plan C: M.S.
Plan C requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a minimum of eleven semester hours of graduate work in the
research area, which includes the following courses:
- Foundations and methods of research (RSCH 610)
- Educational and psychological statistics I (RSCH 620)
- Proposal design (RSCH 612)
- Research project (RSCH 626 or DEPT 626)
The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose
to receive the master of education. Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentration
Springfield College offers a Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, which
prepares the student to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). The
program consists of a combination of the classes and internship required by the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts to obtain the LMHC designation. Offering both Master’s
Degrees (M.S. or M.Ed.) and a Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS), the program
is designed for students at the beginning of their graduate career, professionals
wishing to expand their current clinical and theoretical knowledge base, and professionals
who need additional course work or internship to meet state licensing requirements.
The program can also be designed to include course work required by other states
for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor.
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program offers courses which provide the
student with an opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of counseling
theory, practice, and training in the skills necessary for providing counseling
services in a variety of mental health settings including community mental health
agencies, hospitals, crisis centers, and private practice.
The counseling practice and internship component of the program provide the student
with a solid base of practical skills and experience in a supervised setting with
additional faculty supervision. Special consideration is given to the student’s
area of interest in designing the fieldwork and internship experience. The faculty
in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program offer support and assistance
in finding internship sites that enhance the skills of the students.
Contact Person:
Dr. Glenn Lowery
Telephone: (413) 748-3301
E-Mail: Glowery@spfldcol.edu CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
Program/Concentration Requirements: (48 s.h.)
Research requirement: Plan A; M.Ed:
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Research requirement: Plan C: M.S.:
Plan C requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a minimum of eleven semester hours of graduate work in the
research area, which includes the following courses:
- Foundations and methods of research (RSCH 610)
- Educational and psychological statistics I (RSCH 620)
- Proposal design (RSCH 612)
- Research project (RSCH 626 or DEPT 626)
The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose
to receive the master of education. Total Program Requirements: 60 s.h.
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Concentration
The Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology program at Springfield College
blends course work from the fields of management, counseling, and organizational
psychology in applying the science of psychology to the solution of a wide array
of human and organizational problems ranging from employee selection to team building
and organizational development. The I/0 Psychology program allows for flexibility
in designing a course of study and fieldwork options for individual students.
Objectives:
The I/O Psychology program provides students with the opportunity to learn how
to:
- Design, conduct, and evaluate organizational research projects.
- Translate psychological information into non-technical terms.
- Design, implement, and evaluate training programs.
- Assess the impact of motivation, job stress, leadership and other constructs
of work behavior.
- Build effective work groups through job analysis, group development and worker
participation.
- Develop and implement performance appraisal and compensation/ benefits systems.
- Analyze and design organizational change strategies.
- Effectively develop employee selection and job placement criteria.
- Help individual employees develop to their full potential.
- Design healthy and safe work environments.
- Mediate employee and labor disputes.
Career Opportunities:
Upon completion of graduate training in I/0 Psychology, students are prepared
for careers in human resources management, training and development, consumer
research, recruitment, organizational development, management consulting within
business, nonprofit and public settings.The plan of study requires a minimum of
48 semester hours and is developed with the major advisor. The plan of study is
intended to meet the personal and professional goals of the students and culminate
in a Masters of Science degree. A program of study leading to a Certificate of
Advanced Study is also available to students who have completed a Masters degree
in an appropriate field. The CAS requires a minimum of 32 semester hours beyond
the Masters degree.
Contact Person:
Dr. Barbara Mandell
Telephone: (413) 748-3239
E-Mail: Barbara_Mandell@spfldcol.edu
There are no prerequisites for this program. CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
Departmental Requirements: (6 s.h.)
Industrial/Organization Program Requirements: (29-33 s.h.)
Electives: (students may select up to 6 s.h. from the following selection of courses)
Research requirement: Plan B
Research requirement: Plan C
Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration
Marriage and family therapy has been a rapidly growing field since its beginnings
some fifty years ago. Therapists, counselors, educators, clergy and health care
workers, among others, are becoming increasingly aware of the complexities of
human interactions and are seeking new ways of conceptualizing and working with
individuals, couples and families.
Offering both a Master’s degree and a Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS; for
those already possessing a Master’s degree), the program is designed for: students
beginning their graduate careers; for individuals interested in expanding or enhancing
their clinical and theoretical knowledge; or for individuals who need to take
courses necessary to meet licensing/certification requirements. The program can
be completed on a full- or part-time basis and courses are offered in the late
afternoon or evening for those who work during the day.
The program offers courses which provide students an opportunity to gain a comprehensive
understanding of family systems theory, exposure to the various schools of marriage
and family therapy, and training in the skills necessary for provision of marriage
and family therapy in a variety of settings. Fieldwork designed to help students
integrate theory and practice is also an important part of the curriculum. Students
will be able to apply the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills gained during
the course of study to a wide range of personal, educational and clinical settings.
Contact Person:
Dr. Laura Maggio
Telephone: (413)748-3472
E-Mail: Laura_Maggio@spfldcol.edu
Undergraduate Prerequisites: None. CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
Departmental Requirements: (6 s.h.)
Marriage and Family Therapy Program requirements: (9 s.h. required)
Marital and Family Studies: (3 courses required)
Marital and Family Therapy: (9 s.h.)
Professional Studies: (3 s.h.)
Clinical Experience: (12 months/15 hours per week, minimum)
Research requirement: Plan A: M.Ed.
- Master’s Comprehensive Examination
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Research requirement: Plan B: M.S. - Thesis
Plan B requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a master’s research thesis which culminates in an oral defense.
The program requirements include a statistics course and six semester hours of
credit for RSCH 612: Proposal Design (2 s.h.) and RSCH 635: Thesis (4 s.h.). The
student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose to
receive the master of education degree. Research requirement: Plan C: M.S.
Plan C requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a minimum of eleven semester hours of graduate work in the
research area, which includes the following courses:
- Foundations and methods of research (RSCH 610)
- Educational and psychological statistics I (RSCH 620)
- Proposal design (RSCH 612)
- Research project (RSCH 626 or DEPT 626)
The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose
to receive the master of education. Dual Marriage and Family Therapy/Mental Health Counseling Concentration
A dual concentration has been created for those interested in meeting the licensing
requirements for both marriage and family therapy and mental health counseling
in Massachusetts. This concentration can be completed by choosing electives tailored
to meet both requirements and by taking additional credit for an M.Ed. or ten
additional credits for an M.S.. Additional required courses
Required for students who wish to apply for dual licensure as a Marriage and
Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor. Degree requirements
I. The Master of Education degree
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course.
II. The Master of Science degree
This degree requires students to engage in a research process, as determined
by their academic program, which includes a clearly defined problem statement
and hypothesis or research question, and specific and systemic procedures for
data collection and analysis, resulting in a verifiable conclusion. The MS may
be earned under one of the three plans:
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Plan B requires successful completion of all graduate work required
by the student’s specific program, and a master’s research thesis which culminates
in an oral defense. The program requirements include a statistics course and six
semester hours of credit for RSCH 612: Proposal Design (2 s.h.) and RSCH 635:
Thesis (4 s.h.). The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree,
or may choose to receive the master of education degree.
*Plan C requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a minimum of eleven semester hours of graduate work in the
research area, which includes the following courses:
- Foundations and methods of research (RSCH 610)
- Educational and psychological statistics I (RSCH 620)
- Proposal design (RSCH 612)
- Research project (RSCH 626 or DEPT 626)
The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose
to receive the master of education.
III. Certificate of Advanced Study
Minimum of 32 s.h. Minimum of 32 s.h.
School Guidance Counseling Concentration
The School Guidance Counseling Program prepares students to meet Massachusetts
State Licensure requirements for School Guidance Counselors. Most students work
toward a Master’s Degree (M.Ed. ). Students who have previously earned a master’s
degree in a related field may apply work toward a Certificate of Advanced Study
(CAS). Through their courses and fieldwork, students will come to: Understand
the field of school guidance and the multifaceted roles of school counselors,
develop skills to counsel and assess youth, learn to consult successfully with
students, parents, school personnel, and members of the wider community, and learn
to serve the needs of diverse students. The program is designed for students at
the threshold of their graduate careers, as well as for seasoned professionals.
The School Guidance practicum experiences provide students with intensive supervised
opportunities to integrate theory and practice, solidify their practical skills,
and deepen their knowledge of youth and schools. Before beginning their practicum
fieldwork, students are required to pass the Communications and Literacy portions
of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL).
The Master’s Degree is typically earned by completing 48 credits. A minimum of
32 credits beyond the Masters degree is required for the Certificate of Advanced
Study. The courses required for the Masters Degree (M.Ed.) are listed below.
The following program of study is subject to change.
This program is a State of Massachusetts and NASDTEC approved program.
Contact Person:
Dr. Lisa Fontes
Telephone: (413) 748-3078
E-Mail: LFontes@spfldcol.edu CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
School Guidance Counseling Program requirements: (45 s.h.)
Research requirement: Plan A: M.Ed.
- Master’s Comprehensive Examination
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Total Program Requirements: 48 s.h.
Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education Concentration
The Springfield College graduate preparation program in Student Personnel Administration
in Higher Education is an established program that provides a unique opportunity
for students to engage in graduate study in a friendly small college environment.
With fieldwork and internship experiences offered at both large and small local
institutions, and with a number of degree options, the program offers a great
deal of choice to future professionals based upon their own career needs. After
completing core requirements, students develop individualized programs that reflect
their personal and career goals. Course work, fieldwork, and assistantships provide
students with a broad background of knowledge and skills in student development
and student affairs work in preparation for working with diverse college populations.
Fieldwork is considered to be an essential component in the learning experience.
The student personnel administration program offers a broad curriculum of professional
development in preparation for the following positions: orientation coordinators,
academic support and advisement professionals, financial aid officers, admissions
personnel, career development specialists, college counselors, students activities
coordinators, student center directors, residence life staff, deans of students
and other student affairs positions. The program is designed to meet CAS guidelines
for graduate programs and emphasizes counseling and student development in its
curriculum. Students may elect to complete a portfolio, a thesis, or a research
project. A strong network of Springfield College alumn(ae) provides support to
graduates of the program.
Undergraduate Prerequisites: None.
The candidate will be eligible for either a Master of Education or a Master of
Science depending upon the selection made in consultation with the advisor.
A Certificate of Advanced study (32 semester hours) is available in all concentrations
in the Psychology Department.
Contact Person:
Dr. Delight Champagne
Telephone: (413) 748-3329
E-Mail: Delight_Champagne@spfldcol.edu CORE Requirement: (3 s.h.)
Departmental Requirements: (6 s.h.)
Student Personnel Program Requirements: (18-24 s.h.)
Student Personnel Program Selectives: Total 9 s.h.
Research requirement: Plan A: M.Ed.
- Portfolio Credits: 3 s.h.
Plan A requires successful completion of all graduate work and successful completion
of a program-specific comprehensive culminating experience (exam, portfolio, presentation,
etc.).
The research requirement under this plan, which is determined by the student’s
specific program, consists of either an independent study (RSCH 618 or department-specific
692) research project (RSCH 626 or department-specific 626), research completed
within a specific course or portfolio, or a combination of research project and
a related course. Research requirement: Plan B: M.S. - Thesis
Plan B requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a master’s research thesis which culminates in an oral defense.
The program requirements include a statistics course and six semester hours of
credit for RSCH 612: Proposal Design (2 s.h.) and RSCH 635: Thesis (4 s.h.). The
student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose to
receive the master of education degree. Research requirement: Plan C: M.S.
Plan C requires successful completion of all graduate work required by the student’s
specific program, and a minimum of eleven semester hours of graduate work in the
research area, which includes the following courses:
- Foundations and methods of research (RSCH 610)
- Educational and psychological statistics I (RSCH 620)
- Proposal design (RSCH 612)
- Research project (RSCH 626 or DEPT 626)
The student is eligible to receive the master of science degree, or may choose
to receive the master of education. Degrees:
The candidiate will be eligible for either a Master of Education or a Master
of Science depending uopn the selection made in consultation with the advisor. Certificate of Advanced Study
A Certificate of Advanced Study (32 semester hours) is available in all concentrations in the Psychology Department. |
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