Clinical and Organizational Applications of Behaviour Science

This course will explore the application of behaviour analysis in health, psychological, community, and organizational settings. Organizational applications will focus on the use of behaviour analysis to understand human performance in the workplace. Clinical applications will focus on the application of behaviour analysis to human wellness.

Instructor: Dr. Michael Palmer (please contact the instructor if you need an up-to-date syllabus)
Prerequisite: Either PSYC 2515 or PSYC 3515

Why take this course?

• Lessons are presented in various formats, such as video lectures or podcast-style, and discussion forums are used to provide flexibility in learning while keeping the feeling of an on-campus course.
• Study guides are provided to help guide the student in highlighting key material from readings and lessons. The study guide submissions provide automated feedback to allow students to evaluate whether they understand the material.
• Module quizzes help students master small amounts of material at a time and will assist students when studying for the final exams.

Course details

Students have six months from the registration date to complete the course. All course exams and/or assignments must be completed by the designated end date.

Assignments and examinations

• 11 x Quizzes (65 points or 21% total)
• 2 x Unit Final Exams (invigilated, 200 points or 63% total)
• 1 x Research Paper (50 points or 16% total)

The exam(s) for this course will be invigilated on an approved date using Respondus e-proctoring software (LockDown Browser). This is a free tool provided with this course; more information will be given once you have been registered.

Fees and payments

Open entry online courses are subject to a $100 non-refundable/non-transferable online fee per course. Effective Sept. 1, 2022, fee will increase to $150. Learn more about fees and tuition or find out about the methods of payment available.

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If you have previously registered in this online course and wish to register again, please contact us at 453-4646 to complete the registration process.

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