Victory University 2012-2013 Academic Catalog

An overview of basic counseling skills and procedures specifically designed to address
counseling issues that relate to Pastoral Counseling (i.e., pre-marital, marital and family
counseling; trauma/crisis intervention; abnormal psychology issues such as depression, anger,
addictions, grief counseling; sexuality and sexual identity; the integration of counseling theory
and spirituality; and life/career/financial goals). Because this broad overview spans a lifetime of
growth and change, the prerequisite PS-2044 Lifespan Development will provide applicable
theoretical underpinnings. Prerequisites: PS-1100 and PS-2044. (Note: PS-2223 prerequisite
for Psychology Majors). Psych elective. * Cross-Listed with BT-3800
PS-4000 INTRODUCTION TO PRAYER THERAPY (3 SEMESTER HOURS)
An introduction to the theory and practice of utilizing prayer as a therapeutic intervention
within a Christian counseling context. Students will explore practices in facilitating the health of
individuals, couples, and groups through prayer. Students will have the opportunity to practice
prayer therapy in classroom and community settings. Prerequisites: PS-1100 and PS-2223.
(NOTE: PS-3033 can be taken as a co-requisite.) Psych elective.
PS-4193 * SOCIAL AND APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY OF MUSIC (3 SEMESTER HOURS)
This class considers the value and impact of music in everyday life. Readings and course
discussions will review the aspects of music which are crucial in determining listener
preferences. Composition and musicianship will be examined through a social psychological
perspective. Discussion topics include major moral/spiritual scandals that have rocked
particular music genre; notions of “problem music” in subcultures; the evolution of extremism
over time; secular and sacred music as commercial products; and ways in which the structure of
the music industry affects the music we hear and purchase. Topics in music education will be
explored including the development of musical ability of children; the relationship between
musical skill development to general theories of how intellectual skills develop; and the
exploration of whether musical skills develop independently of other abilities. Technology
requirements: Computer and Internet access are required for this course to listen to sound files
and view videos. The ability to record and upload videos with sound is also required.
Prerequisites: PS 2223 and HU 2301. Psych elective. * Cross-Listed with HU-4193
PS-4103 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND MEMORY (3 SEMESTER HOURS)
An introduction to psychological theory and research in the study of learning and memory.
Areas of study include: behavioral theories, cognitive learning theories and biological
foundations of learning and memory. Prerequisites: PS-1100 and PS-2223. (NOTE: PS-3033 can
be taken as a co-requisite.)
PS-4113 FOUNDATIONS OF COUNSELING & PSYCHOTHERAPY* (3 SEMESTER HOURS)
A course in basic counseling principles, goals, methods, and techniques. Class members will also
learn basic legal and ethical principles. Special emphasis will be placed on the integration of
theory and Christian approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. Prerequisites: PS-1100 and
PS-2223. (NOTE: PS-3033 can be taken as a co-requisite.) Psych elective.
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