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UMass Online's Behavioral Intervention in Autism Certificate is a four course certificate is designed to provide professionals in psychology, education, child care, and human services with an understanding of autism and related developmental disorders. It introduces behavioral methods and details how such methods can be used and evaluated. The certificate was developed in partnership with the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, a pioneer for over three decades in research, education, and service for people with developmental disabilities and their families, the University of Massachusetts Medical School who formed a partnership with the Shriver Center in 2001, and UMass Lowell, to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth in an effort to reduce the impact of disease and disability, address inequalities in health and human service systems, and educate and develop compassionate healthcare and human service professionals. All courses BACB approved.
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Courses in the Behavioral Intervention in Autism Certificate program include:
- Introduction to Behavioral Intervention in Autism
- Teaching and Positive Behavioral Support in Autism
- Measurement and Experimental Design in Behavioral Autism
- Functional Analysis and Treatment of Challenging Behavior
- Behavioral Intervention Program Models in Autism
- The Family System
- Psychological Approaches to Child Maltreatment
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Clinical Pathology - Certificate
The UMass Lowell online Certificate in Clinical Pathology is a graduate-level certificate for medical laboratory personnel, nurses, and medical professionals, as well as professionals in the biomedical and biotechnology industries who want to expand or update their knowledge.
Courses in the Clinical Pathology Certificate program include:
- Human Development and Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Clinical Applications of Molecular Genetics
- Health Data Analysis
- Infectious Disease
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Doctor of Nursing Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is a 39-credit doctoral program at UMass Boston's College of Nursing and Health Sciences, open to applicants holding a Master's degree in Nursing with preparation as family, gerontological, or adult nurse practitioners, or clinical nurse specialists, as well as those holding an MS in Nursing and certified as nurse midwives and nurse anesthetists. The College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education through 2011. In the Spring of 2011, the CNHS will under go a Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education re accreditation site visit prior to the graduation of the first DNP class at UMass.
Courses in the Doctor of Nursing Practice program include:
- Health Informatics
- Introduction to Biostatistics
- Evidence Based Practice
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Health Care Systems and Quality
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Domestic Violence Prevention - Certificate
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is pleased to announce that its graduate-level Certificate Program in Domestic Violence Prevention is now available entirely online. Domestic violence is one of our nation's greatest social and public health problems. Individuals working in health, social services and law enforcement can benefit from gaining expertise in the prevention and response to domestic violence. Offered by the University's Department of Criminal Justice and the Division of Continuing Studies and Corporate Education, this certificate brings together courses in the areas of Criminal Justice, Community Social Psychology and Health Professions and provides a focused program for those working in settings where domestic violence is an issue. This certificate can benefit those in the fields of nursing, health, social services, family services, youth services, police, hospital and health agency administration and other related professions.
Courses in the Domestic Violence Prevention Certificate program include:
- Intimate Partner Violence
- Responding to Child Maltreatment
- Victimology
- Research Methods in PL and Environment
- Law and Ethics in Healthcare
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Family Therapy - Master of Science
The Master of Science in Family Therapy offered by UMass online prepares its graduates to a vision of strengthening healthy families. The courses lead students to view families as entities within larger social systems and promote collaborative, inclusive, and integrative systems approaches. The aspirations of the family therapy program are consistent with the university and college mission and goals that reflect a commitment to serve urban communities. The program also prepares students to meet the academic requirements for licensure in family therapy (LMFT) by the Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and in other states.
Courses in the Family Therapy MS Degree program include:
- Introduction to Family Therapy
- Family Therapy Theories
- Clinical Applications of Human Development
- Perspectives of Cross-Cultural Counseling
- Substance Abuse and The Family
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Gerontology - Certificate
The Frank J. Manning Certificate in Gerontology provides students with an understanding of the aging network and aging process through direct service, research, field placements and legislative advocacy for the elderly. It is designed for individuals currently working in or new to the field of Gerontology. The courses in the Manning Certificate are fully integrated with the core curriculum of the UMass Boston College of Public & Community's Service's undergraduate program in Gerontology. Both programs are designed to help those interested in the field of Gerontology augment their current knowledge and skills and to pursue a rewarding career built around issues of aging and public service. Some highlights include: Focus on direct care, research, social and public policy, and advocacy, the option of applying this 18-credit, four-course certificate program to the Bachelor's degree program in Gerontology and first - rate faculty.
Courses in the Gerontology Certificate program include:
- Concepts & Practices with the Elderly
- Social & Economic Implications of Aging
- Legislative Process and the Elderly
- Elderly Action Research Project
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Gerontology / Management of Aging Services - Certificate
UMass Online's Gerontology Graduate Certificate with a focus in management of aging services is targeted to individuals in the aging network who are looking to upgrade their skills or advance in new directions within the field or for those looking to enter the field. The certificate may be earned by taking 15 hours of approved course work, including three required courses and two elective courses.
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Gerontology / Aging Services - Master's
UMass Online's Master's in Gerontology - Aging Services offers students an advanced degree in the growing field of aging services. This includes long-term care, service-supported housing, community-based services, marketing to an aging population, and health services for those requiring chronic care. The program will afford professionals in the aging network the opportunity to broaden their perspectives and develop skills in policy development and analysis, program management, administration, and finance with a focus on the aging population. A student may register for any of the courses without having to apply for and be accepted into the Master's Program. If the student is accepted into the Master's Program at a later date, a maximum of two courses may be counted toward that degree.
Courses in the Gerontology / Aging Services Master's Degree program include:
- Health and Physical Aspects of Aging
- Issues in Aging Policy
- Marketing Aging Services
- Service Delivery Issues in Aging
- Organization and Financing of Aging Services
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Mental Health Counseling - Master of Science
UMass Online's Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling prepares its graduates to be professional practitioners in a variety of community settings and institutions: hospitals, schools, rehabilitation agencies, career planning centers, employee assistance programs, clinics, residential treatment facilities, and other mental health agencies. The program operates on a cohort model whereby all participants complete the same program of study over a two-year period. Clinical courses are taught during the first summer and all participants must be present on campus for the months of July and August. (Housing information will be provided by the program upon request). The remaining courses are delivered in a web-based on-line format following a semester calendar. Participants must follow the program of study exactly.
Courses in the Mental Health Counseling MS Degree program include:
- Counseling Theory and Practice
- Group Counseling and Group Dynamics
- Research and Evaluation in Psychology
- Foundations of Mental Health Counseling
- Practicum in Mental Health Counseling
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Psychology - Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree offered by the University of Massachusetts is a valuable degree program for students who are interested in social and behavioral sciences. The Psychology curriculum acquaints students with scientific methods and psychological studies. It provides students with theoretical foundations in various subfields of psychology: experimental, developmental, social, personality, and clinical psychology. The curriculum emphasizes the application of psychological knowledge and skills in many areas of human functioning.
Courses in the Psychology BA Degree program include:
- General Psychology
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Abnormal Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Theories of Learning
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Rehabilitation Counseling - Master of Science
The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling program prepares its graduates to be professional practitioners in a variety of community settings and institutions: hospitals, schools, rehabilitation agencies, career planning centers, employee assistance programs, clinics, residential treatment facilities, and other mental health agencies. The program operates on a cohort model whereby all participants complete the same program of study over a two-year period.
Courses in the Rehabilitation Counseling MS Degree program include:
- Foundations of Rehabilitation
- Vocational Rehabilitation & Placement
- Medical and Psychological Aspects of Disabilities
- Principles of Vocational, Educational, & Psychological Assessment
- Practicum in Rehabilitation Counseling
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School Counseling - Master of Education
UMass Online's Master of Education in School Counseling is designed to meet the needs of a local, national and international audience of adults wishing to enter the School Guidance field. The program operates on a cohort model whereby all participants complete the same program of study over a two-year period. Clinical courses are taught during the first summer and all participants must be present on campus for the months of July and August. (Housing information will be provided by the program upon request).The remaining courses are delivered in a web-based on-line format following a semester calendar. Participants must follow the program of study exactly.
Courses in the School Counseling MEd Degree program include:
- Group Counseling for Children & Adolescents
- Child and Adolescent Counseling
- Collaborative Consultation in Schools
- Perspectives in Cross-Cultural Counseling
- Family Therapy Theories
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