This course explores the clinical features of a wide range of psychological disorders, their biopsychosocial etiologies, as well as commonly used therapeutic approaches.
Prerequisites
PSYC 1100 or PSYC 1200, or equivalent.
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What you will learn
- -Historical and contemporary views of abnormal behaviour
-Thinking critically about psychological disorders
-Assessment and diagnosis
-Emotion, stress and health
-Substance use disorders
-Eating disorders
-Anxiety disorders
-Mood disorders
-Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
-Personality disorders
-Treatment and therapy
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60983 |
May 4, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | Register |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.