Institution: Palm Beach State College;
Term: 2024 Fall;
Instructor: John J Kiefer
Delivery Method: Internet;
Course Type: Credit;
Subject: Psychology, General
Description
Prerequisite: PSY2012 This course explores the major categories of psychological disorders. Major emphases include diagnostic criteria, current research, treatment methods, cultural factors, ethical issues and the impact of psychological disorders on individuals, families and society.
A student must complete an application and be admitted before enrolling in a course. Degree seeking students must take the College Placement Exams and attend an advising and orientation session. Application Fee: $40.00 (will cover the initial cost of taking the PERT, Compass, or TABE exams if applicable) OR $75.00 (U.S. currency) for international students (F-1, I-20 students only) Non-refundable. All fees are subject to change by action of the Florida Legislature and the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees.
Questions? Call (561) 868-3300 Students must complete an application at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/admissions-applications.aspx
Technical Requirements
Your computer system resources must be compatible with the Learning Management System (LMS) used to deliver/manage course content. The computer needs to be configured per recommended settings. Failure to do so generally results in test submission and other participative action errors. These types of errors are generally not accepted as an excuse for missed submissions.
Run our System Check on the computer you will be using to complete your online course. This will check your operating system, browser, javascript (plus more!) and verify that these components are compatible. If any component does not pass the system check, be sure to follow the accompaning instructions to correct the issue. System Check: https://palmbeachstate.blackboard.c… must have an internet connected computer
Other Considerations
Contact the professor for more information.
Schedule Notes
This class is a real-time virtual course. Your class will meet online during designated times as listed on your class schedule. You must have access t
Can students apply for admission to Palm Beach State College via the Internet?
Yes - admission applications for Palm Beach State College are available via the Internet.
Do students need to be admitted to Palm Beach State College prior
to applying for the 'Abnormal Psychology (AA)' course?
Yes -
a student must be admitted to Palm Beach State College before registering for Abnormal Psychology (AA).
Is the 'Abnormal Psychology (AA)' course offered for credit?
Yes - the Abnormal Psychology (AA) course is offered for credit.
Can students register for the 'Abnormal Psychology (AA)' course via the Internet?
Yes - students can register for Abnormal Psychology (AA) via the Internet.
Are there one or more mandatory, in-person meetings required of students
taking the 'Abnormal Psychology (AA)' course?
No - there are no mandatory, in-person meetings required of students to take Abnormal Psychology (AA).
Does the 'Abnormal Psychology (AA)' course require students to meet at specific times?
Yes.
Disability Services
If you are a student with a disability and need provision of reasonable accommodations, information, resources, services, and skill development please contact the accommodations/students with disabilities office at the institution you are requesting to take classes from. The institution may require an application for accommodations and documentation supporting your request for academic accommodations. Florida public colleges and universities do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin/ethnicity, color, marital status, disability, and genetic information in any of its educational programs, services or activities, including admission and employment.