With a Master’s Degree in Psychology
Total units 51
Core courses 6 units
Major courses 18 units
Minor courses 9 units
Internship 6 units
Dissertation 12 units
With a Master’s Degree in Psychology
Total units 66
Bridging courses 15 units
Core courses 6 units
Major courses 18 units
Minor courses 9 units
Internship 6 units
Dissertation 12 units
Internship
Written Comprehensive Examination
Dissertation
Mandatory graduation requirements
Passing the Written Comprehensive Examinations
Public defense of dissertation
Completion of dissertation
Publication in an internationally-indexed journal
Program Learning Outcomes
Expected Lasallian Graduate Attributes
(ELGA)
ELGA 1 Critical and Creative Thinker (CCT) ELGA 2 Effective Communicator (ECO) ELGA 3 Innovator and constant seeker of improvement (IE) ELGA 4 Service-Driven Citizen (SDC) ELGA 5 Reflective Life- Long Learner (RLL)
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) PLO 1 Exhibit systematic and critical understanding and originality in the use of a substantial of psychological theory and knowledge PLO 3 Communicate this new knowledge (see PLO 2) to peers using the publication norms in psychology PLO 2 Develop and adapt research methods to extend and redefine existing knowledge and practice and in a specialized area of psychology PLO 5 Engage in discourse related to individual and societal concerns using psychological knowledge and skills that demonstrates authoritative and ethical judgment adaptability and individual responsibility
PLO 4 Lead and participate in professional collaborations with psychologists and other scholars / professional that have scientific merit and social relevance PLO 6 Demonstrate awareness of professional strengths adaptability and individual responsibility for continuing professional development as a psychologist
Course descriptions (Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology Major in Clinical Psychology)
Type of course unit Course name Course description
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics 1
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multiple regression models (including hierarchical moderational and mediational models); one-way analyses of variance (between-subjects and within-subjects) two-way factorial designs (between-subjects within-subjects and split-plot or mixed designs) and three-way factorial designs; multivariate analyses of variance; item and reliability analysis; factor analysis; and chi-square tests of independence and nonparametric tests Descriptive statistics and basic univariate inferential statistics (simple linear regression/correlation and t-tests for independent and dependent samples) will be reviewed as appropriate Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Core
3 units
Advanced Research Methods I
This course gives a comprehensive treatment of the logic methodologies and standards of the quantitative approach in empirical research in psychology and the social sciences Experimental designs quasi-experimental designs and surveys are covered Students examine published research propose and implement their own research and evaluate others’ research
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics II
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multivariate data analysis (including discriminant analysis multidimensional scaling canonical correlation analysis cluster analysis factor analysis path analysis and structural equation modeling) Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Core
3 units
Advanced Research Methods II
This course provides a comprehensive treatment of qualitative research methods It covers the qualitative research paradigm case study qualitative interviews focus groups field observations and ethnography and systematic analyses of qualitative data Lectures discussions empirical research article critiques simulation of the qualitative research process will be the primary teaching strategies and will provide students with programmed opportunities for critical thinking and experiential learning
Major
3 units
Advanced Theories of Personality
The course is a comprehensive treatment of personality theories It covers contemporary issues in the study of personality including debates about measurement implications of personality science for clinical and organizational practice the cultural and indigenous context of the person and feasibility of an integrated theory of human personality given the field’s history Discussions feature critical appraisals of cases utilizing cutting-edge instruments and methodologies
Major
3 units
Advanced Abnormal Psychology
This course gives a comprehensive overview of abnormal psychology and psychopathology and uses the biopsychosocial model to analyze mental illness The biological dimension includes genetic neurostructural and neurochemical factors The psychological dimension includes developmental and personality factors The social dimension includes family community and cultural factors This course further focuses on the epidemiology clinical features etiology diagnosis management and prognosis of common mental illnesses Learning in this course is facilitated by interactions with actual patients their families and health caregivers both in the hospital and community settings Discussions of recent research on abnormal psychology are done to further enrich students’ learning experience
Major
3 units
Projective Tests
The course covers the various projective techniques examining their nature assumptions principles and applications to clinical assessment The student is exposed to the actual use of projective tests as part of a comprehensive clinical assessment It looks into the practical considerations in selecting administering scoring and interpreting commonly used projective techniques in the Philippine setting
Major
3 units
Psychotherapy II
This course aims to develop the psychotherapeutic skills of students through the application of different strategies and techniques in a psychotherapeutic setting with an emphasis on evidence-based psychotherapy interventions and techniques Foundational concepts and issues related to competency in psychotherapy and underlying principles of effective psychotherapy will be discussed
Major
3 units
Psychopharmacology
In this course psychopharmacology is studied using the neurobiological model of mental illness This model posits that psychopharmacological agents address certain neurobiological abnormalities that are believed to contribute to signs and symptoms of mental disorders This course will integrate principles of neurobiology pharmacology and psychopathology to the treatment of psychiatric disorders such as psychotic disorders mood disorders anxiety disorders substance use disorders dementia attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder and personality disorders Learning is facilitated by interactions with actual patients and their families and health care givers Discussions of recent research on psychopharmacology will also be done in order to further enrich the learning experience of the students
Major
3 units
Clinical Supervision
This course exposes students to theoretical models and professional issues and skills that are essential for competent clinical supervision It will also tackle the stages of supervision supervisory relationship supervision roles and strategies evaluation of supervision and legal and ethical issues relevant to clinical supervision This course will be conducted through lectures assigned readings and student demonstrations and presentations
Major
3 units
Ethics in Clinical Practice
This course presents a comprehensive discourse about ethics as applied in clinical practice particularly in the areas of assessment intervention and supervision Ethical guidelines in doing research in clinical psychology are also covered Ethical guidelines from the Psychological Association of the Philippines the American Psychological Association and the International Union of Psychological Societies will be discussed The course will also cover specific issues and cases encountered in actual clinical practice in the Philippines
Major
3 units
Rorschach I
The course focuses on the use of the Rorschach test as a projective test It provides exposure to the administration scoring and interpretation of the Rorschach test using the Exner’s Comprehensive Scoring System It also looks into some practical considerations in the use of Rorschach as part of a comprehensive clinical assessment
Major
3 units
Advanced Research Seminar in Clinical Psychology
The course allows the student to initiate a formal inquiry on a subject matter of his or her choice in the field of clinical psychology The student is guided in the process of conceptualizing for research and in determining the appropriate tools for addressing questions posed for research The student is likewise guided in the preparation of a research report and in the presentation of research paper The output of the course will be a proposal to be presented for critique in class sessions Class assignments will contribute to the development of the final proposal
Minor
3 units
Aging and the Family
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
The course is an introduction to the processes of aging in the context of family relationships In this course aging is used to describe the journey from midlife to later adulthood/old age including health issues retirement and return-to-work possibilities Theory research and applications are emphasized
Minor
3 units
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
This course covers the various aspects of providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents Different theories and approaches that are appropriate to their developmental needs will be discussed It will also deal with the common psychological disorders among children and adolescents encountered by professionals in mental health and educational settings and how to create treatment plans for these disorders Legal and ethical issues in dealing with this population will be presented The course will combine lectures case presentations discussions videos and experiential exercises
Minor
3 units
Longitudinal Research Design
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
This research elective course focuses on the longitudinal research design for human development students It will focus on the application of longitudinal research design for researches on human development It will focus on designing and analyzing longitudinal research designs
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Research and Statistics
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in research methods and statistics
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Theory and Content
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in psychological theory and content
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Issues Trends and Practices
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in contemporary issues trends and practices in psychology
Internship
6 units
Internship in Clinical Psychology
The student undergoes apprenticeship experiencing first-hand applications of concepts and theories in the practice of industrial/organizational psychology Students will be matched with an appropriate institution where they will design implement and evaluate human resources or organizational development initiatives and interventions They will work closely with an on-site supervisor and will attend class meetings for updates of work discussions of concerns and case conferences
Dissertation
12 units
Dissertation writing
The student is supervised in their research project as a final requirement in the Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology program The student is supervised on the conduct of the research and in the writing of their dissertation
Course descriptions (Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology Major in Human Development)
Type of course unit Course name Course description
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics 1
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multiple regression models (including hierarchical moderational and mediational models); one-way analyses of variance (between-subjects and within-subjects) two-way factorial designs (between-subjects within-subjects and split-plot or mixed designs) and three-way factorial designs; multivariate analyses of variance; item and reliability analysis; factor analysis; and chi-square tests of independence and nonparametric tests Descriptive statistics and basic univariate inferential statistics (simple linear regression/correlation and t-tests for independent and dependent samples) will be reviewed as appropriate Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Core
3 units
Advanced Research Methods I
This course gives a comprehensive treatment of the logic methodologies and standards of the quantitative approach in empirical research in psychology and the social sciences Experimental designs quasi-experimental designs and surveys are covered Students examine published research propose and implement their own research and evaluate others’ research
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics II
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multivariate data analysis (including discriminant analysis multidimensional scaling canonical correlation analysis cluster analysis factor analysis path analysis and structural equation modeling) Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Major
3 units
Adult Development and Aging
This course examines the key changes that happen as individuals progress through the various stages of adult development and aging including biological physical social psychological and cognitive changes Classic and contemporary theoretical constructions alongside current research and issues in the field will be discussed By the end of the course the student is expected to conceptualize and propose research that will contribute to the understanding of adult development and aging
Major
3 units
Culture and Human Development
In this course the students are guided in examining how an individual’s psychological and social development from infancy to adulthood occurs in the context of culture Discussed in this course are theories and research that account for and demonstrate how culture influences individual development Metatheoretical and metamethodological issues that permit culture to be an explanatory factor to individual development are used in this course as a guide in examining research on the life periods of childhood adolescence and adulthood
Major
3 units
Research Methods and Issues in Human Development
This course provides the student with an in-depth discussion of methodologies and both classical and contemporary methodological issues in human development research Research exemplars utilizing the discussed methods or that embody a particular methodological issue are examined In this course the student gains experience in articulating a research question in formulating an appropriate conceptual framework and in designing the corresponding methodology By the end of the course the student is expected to conceptualize and propose research that utilizes a methodological design technique or innovation in human development research
Major
3 units
Cognitive Processes in Human Development
The course reviews contemporary advances in the understanding of key concepts in the development of language conceptualization and reasoning social cognition and other cognitive functions or processes Students are introduced to the principles and methods that characterize current research on cognition and how these are applicable to key issues in the field of human development
Major
3 units
Socio and Emotional Development
This course provides a deeper understanding of the factors that play an important role in social emotional and personality development as well as in the socialization processes within which these factors are embedded A review of social and emotional development across the lifespan is undertaken and is substantiated by discussions about selected thematic areas for research Discussions likewise deal with contemporary issues in Philippine society and culture
Major
3 units
Social Institutions and Human Development
This course examines the development of individuals and of social groups in the context of social institutions Theoretical approaches that allow this examination are discussed in terms of their conceptualizations and of compatible methodologies Key works that have investigated human development in the social institutions of the family culture work and the community are analyzed
Major
3 units
Ethics in Human Development
This course presents a comprehensive discourse about ethics as applied in human development It focuses on ethical guidelines in doing research in human development across the lifespan and with different populations Ethical guidelines from the Psychological Association of the Philippines the International Union of Psychological Societies and the American Psychological Association are discussed The course also covers specific issues encountered in actual human development research in the Philippines
Major
3 units
Directed Research in Human Development
In this course the student conceptualizes a specific research problem in human development that can be addressed through empirical research The empirical research is started and completed during the duration of the course The major output is an empirical research article that is suitable for presentation in a conference or for submission to a scientific or scholarly journal
Major
3 units
Advanced Research Seminar in Human Development
The course allows the student to initiate a formal inquiry on a subject matter of his or her choice in the field of human development The student is guided in the process of conceptualizing for research and in determining the appropriate tools for addressing questions posed for research The student is likewise guided in the preparation of a research report and in the presentation of research paper The output of the course will be a proposal to be presented for critique in class sessions Class assignments will contribute to the development of the final proposal
Minor
3 units
Aging and the Family
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
The course is an introduction to the processes of aging in the context of family relationships In this course aging is used to describe the journey from midlife to later adulthood/old age including health issues retirement and return-to-work possibilities Theory research and applications are emphasized
Minor
3 units
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This course covers the various aspects of providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents Different theories and approaches that are appropriate to their developmental needs will be discussed It will also deal with the common psychological disorders among children and adolescents encountered by professionals in mental health and educational settings and how to create treatment plans for these disorders Legal and ethical issues in dealing with this population will be presented The course will combine lectures case presentations discussions videos and experiential exercises
Minor
3 units
Longitudinal Research Design
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
This research elective course focuses on the longitudinal research design for human development students It will focus on the application of longitudinal research design for researches on human development It will focus on designing and analyzing longitudinal research designs
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Research and Statistics
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in research methods and statistics
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Theory and Content
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in psychological theory and content
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Issues Trends and Practices
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in contemporary issues trends and practices in psychology
Internship
6 units
Internship in Human Development
The student undergoes apprenticeship in the teaching of and research in human development Students will be matched with a higher educational institution where they will teach undergraduate-level courses and conduct research They will work closely with an on-site supervisor and will attend class meetings for updates of work discussions of concerns and paper presentations
Dissertation
12 units
Dissertation writing
The student is supervised in their research project as a final requirement in the Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology program The student is supervised on the conduct of the research and in the writing of their dissertation
Course descriptions (Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology Major in Industrial/Organizational Psychology)
Type of course unit Course name Course description
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics 1
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multiple regression models (including hierarchical moderational and mediational models); one-way analyses of variance (between-subjects and within-subjects) two-way factorial designs (between-subjects within-subjects and split-plot or mixed designs) and three-way factorial designs; multivariate analyses of variance; item and reliability analysis; factor analysis; and chi-square tests of independence and nonparametric tests Descriptive statistics and basic univariate inferential statistics (simple linear regression/correlation and t-tests for independent and dependent samples) will be reviewed as appropriate Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Core
3 units
Advanced Research Methods I
This course gives a comprehensive treatment of the logic methodologies and standards of the quantitative approach in empirical research in psychology and the social sciences Experimental designs quasi-experimental designs and surveys are covered Students examine published research propose and implement their own research and evaluate others’ research
Core
3 units
Advanced Statistics II
This course covers the conceptual foundation data requirements and interpretation of multivariate data analysis (including discriminant analysis multidimensional scaling canonical correlation analysis cluster analysis factor analysis path analysis and structural equation modeling) Emphasis is given on selecting appropriate analyses for a given research problem and on interpreting results of these analyses The student will receive training in managing and analyzing data using statistical software
Major
3 units
Advanced Theories of Personality
The course is a comprehensive treatment of personality theories It covers contemporary issues in the study of personality including debates about measurement implications of personality science for clinical and organizational practice the cultural and indigenous context of the person and feasibility of an integrated theory of human personality given the field’s history Discussions feature critical appraisals of cases utilizing cutting-edge instruments and methodologies
Major
3 units
Industrial Counseling and Employee Assistance Program
This course equips the student with knowledge skills and approaches in industrial or workplace counseling as carried out in a variety of situations and settings The place of counseling in the employee assistance programs of companies and organizations will be discussed Also to be discussed is the typical scope of employee assistance programs (workplace concerns stress amidst life events emotional instability relationships issues etc) Workplace counseling models are evaluated in the context of Philippine industrial realities
Major
3 units
Organizational Development
The course provides and in-depth examination and evaluation of the various strategies for the systematic introduction of change in organizations The course develops students’ skills in organization diagnosis and assessment as well as in the design and implementation of change interventions
Major
3 units
Advanced Human Resource Management
The course provides an in-depth examination of the concepts skills and principles for managing human resources within an organization Particular focus is placed on the process policies and benchmarked practices subsumed under the following components: acquisition and preparation assessment and development motivational aspects and maintenance Applied research questions and issues are discussed as well as current trends in the practice of human resource management
Major
3 units
International Human Resource Management
This course presents the principles and problems of internationalization and the consequences of this process on the personnel and organizational policies of internationally operating companies Human Resource Management is studied from a comparative and international perspective Issues and concerns regarding following topics are examined: policy differences among countries cross-cultural differences reflected in an international staff and industrial democracy and industrial relations within an international context
Major
3 units
Performance Accountability and Return of Investment
This course presents the principles and strategies for evaluating enhanced workplace learning and performance accountability using the concept and principles of Return on Investment (ROI) in Human Resource function and programs Students are introduced to the basics of how to implement a comprehensive evaluation process that utilizes a proactive approach to accountability in organizations Various organizational functions and systems may be evaluated for development
Major
3 units
Ethics in Psychological Practice in Industry and Organizations
This course presents a comprehensive discourse about ethics as applied in the practice of psychology in industry and organizations Ethical guidelines and standards from the Psychological Association of the Philippines the International Union of Psychological Societies and the American Psychological Association will be examined The course also covers specific issues encountered in the actual practice of industrial/organizational psychology in the Philippines
Major
3 units
Psychological Measurement and Assessment in Industry
The course is a comprehensive coverage of the assumptions principles and methods of psychological measurement and assessment as these are used in organizations at both the individual and group levels of analyses Applications to different functions such as recruitment selection training and development organizational development and evaluation are discussed Procedures and standards of both canonical and innovative methods are studied There are extensive actual practice in the application construction and design and evaluation of these methods Ethical priniciples in measurement and assessment are discussed
Major
3 units
Advanced Research Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
The course allows the student to initiate a formal inquiry on a subject matter of his or her choice in the field of advanced/industrial psychology The student is guided in the process of conceptualizing for research and in determining the appropriate tools for addressing questions posed for research The student is likewise guided in the preparation of a research report and in the presentation of research paper The output of the course will be a proposal to be presented for critique in the class sessions Class assignments will contribute to the development of the final proposal
Minor
3 units
Aging and the Family
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
The course is an introduction to the processes of aging in the context of family relationships In this course aging is used to describe the journey from midlife to later adulthood/old age including health issues retirement and return-to-work possibilities Theory research and applications are emphasized
Minor
3 units
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This course covers the various aspects of providing psychotherapy to children and adolescents Different theories and approaches that are appropriate to their developmental needs will be discussed It will also deal with the common psychological disorders among children and adolescents encountered by professionals in mental health and educational settings and how to create treatment plans for these disorders Legal and ethical issues in dealing with this population will be presented The course will combine lectures case presentations discussions videos and experiential exercises
Minor
3 units
Longitudinal Research Design
This is just one of the many electives that students can choose The electives available to students may vary each term
This research elective course focuses on the longitudinal research design for human development students It will focus on the application of longitudinal research design for researches on human development It will focus on designing and analyzing longitudinal research designs
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Research and Statistics
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in research methods and statistics
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Theory and Content
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in psychological theory and content
Written Comprehensive Examination
Advanced Psychological Issues Trends and Practices
This is one of the subject areas for the Written Comprehensive Examination for in Psychology students This exam area will focus on the integration of knowledge and skills in contemporary issues trends and practices in psychology
Internship
6 units
Internship in Industrial / Organizational Psychology
The student undergoes apprenticeship experiencing first-hand applications of concepts and theories in the practice of industrial/organizational psychology Students will be matched with an appropriate insti
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