Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 352 Clinical Interviewing
MEF University
Degree Programs
Psychology
General Information For Students
Diploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Psychology
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Econ., Admin. and Social Sciences
Course Code PSYC 352
Course Title in English Clinical Interviewing
Course Title in Turkish Klinik Görüşme
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Lecture
Level of Course Intermediate
Semester Spring
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 154 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites PSYC 208 - Adult Psychopathology | PSYC 301 - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn the basic interviewing techniques.
Course Description The course will introduce students to the first things a therapist needs to be aware of as s/he starts a continuous learning journey. The course will introduce students to the skills and steps of clinical interviewing. The course will also familiarize students with basic psychology skills such as non-judgementality, compassion, empathy and attunement. Students will also be familiarized with listening techniques and first interview procedures.
Course Description in Turkish Terapist olmak hayat boyu süren bir öğrenme sürecidir. Öğrenciler bu derste bir therapist olma sürecine dair farkındalıklarını geliştirecekler. Klinik görüşme becerileri ve aşamalarıyla ilgili bilgi edinecekler. Empati, yargılamamak ve gelen kişinin ihtiyaçlarını takip edebilmek gibi terapist olmanın olmazsa olmazı kavramlarla tanışacak ve bu kavramlar hakkında düşünecekler. Dinleme teknikleri ve ilg görüşme süreçleri ile ilgili bilgilenecekler.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) differentiate between ethical and unethical psychotherapy practice;
2) understand the concept of active listening;
3) apply active listening;
4) know what a first clinical interview proceeds (theoretically);
5) empathize better;
6) be aware of the importance of self-care and supervision.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6
1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation.
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes.
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts.
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline.
6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards.
7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences.
8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level).
9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity.
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement.
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses.
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning.
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. S Participation
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. N
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. H Exam,Participation
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. H HW,Participation
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. N
6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. H Exam,Participation
7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. N
8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). S HW
9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. S Participation
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. H Participation
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. N
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. S HW
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. S HW
Prepared by and Date SENA CÜRE ACER , December 2023
Course Coordinator SENA CÜRE ACER
Semester Spring
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. ZEYNEP SARIKAYA

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Foundations of Clinical Interviewing
2) Basic attending and Listening Skillls
3) Basic attending and Listening Skillls
4) Directive Listening Skills
5) Directive Action Responses
6) Theoretically Supported and Evidence-Based Relationships in Clinical Interviewing
7) An Overview of the Interview Process
8) On Overview of the Interview Process (continued) & Intake Interviewing
9) Intake Interview
10) Suicide Assessment
11) Interviewing Couples
12) Interviewing Young Clients
13) Challenging Clients and Demanding Situations
14) Finding Peace with Imperfection & Self-Care
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsRequired: Clinical Interviewing John Sommers – Flanagan & Rita Sommers – Flanagan Rocommended: Gifts of Imperfection Brene Brown Ruhuna Pansuman Suzi Amado
Teaching MethodsThe class will involve lectures and class discussions. There will be also some practical experiences.
Homework and ProjectsStudents are expected to write a 3-5 pages paper. The paper needs to be Times New Roman 12 double space. (If the instructor suspects that the students put extra space or spacing to make the paper appear longer she may request a soft copy and deduct points if that is the case.) In the paper students will write about an interview they made with an imaginary case.
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesNone
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 14 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Midterm(s) 1 % 30
Final Examination 1 % 40
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration acers@mef.edu.tr

Attendance at all classes is mandatory. Students arriving late or unprepared will be barred from that class, which will impact upon their continuous assessment grade. Students must provide a legitimate, acceptable and documented excuse for missing a scheduled exam. There will be a make-up exam if students miss the midterm. Make-up exams could be in a different format than midterm or final exam. Late paper submission results in losing ten points. Students are expected to treat university personnel and one another respectfully at all times; this includes showing respect for class content and for others’ opinions. The commitment of acts of cheating, lying, and deceit in any of their diverse forms such as plagiarism, and copying during examinations is dishonest and will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty and plagiarism: YÖK Disciplinary Regulation. Requirements & Expectations *It is essential for you to do the assigned reading before class; so that we would not waste our time by getting you acquainted with the terminology of that reading. *You are expected to come to class on time, please be considerate about punctuality. After 10 minutes, you will not be accepted in the classroom. *Exams: You are responsible for all the materials discussed in the class together with the assigned chapters from the book. You are responsible for all the materials covered in the chapters even if they were not mentioned in the class. *Please submit all your written assignments as hard copy unless it is asked in soft copy. *As a matter of courtesy to your classmates and the instructor, please turn off your mobile phones, pads and any electronic devices that make noise. *You are not allowed to record classes *You may drink but not eat in the classroom. *Ethic problems (cheating, plagiarism…etc) will not be tolerated in this course. *Final will be cumulative; you are responsible for all the materials covered in the class (book + class discussions) from the beginning of the semester. *It is your responsibility to follow the requirements and schedule of assignments. I will explain them in class but not respond to emails about content and schedule that I explained in class. *I will go over my email policy in the first class, too. *This class also aims to develop the skills of empathy and non-judgmentality. It is important that we are aware of the way we approach each other. Insulting each other is not acceptable. We will all do our best to not react in judgmental ways. Academic Dishonesty Policy: You are strongly advised to follow an ethical code of conduct and not to get involved in any form of unethical behavior. It includes, but is not limited to cheating in exams, plagiarism*, and signing up attendance sheet as present while one is absent in the class. All unethical behavior whether it is minor or major is subject to disciplinary inquiry and penalty. *Plagiarism: it means presenting somebody else’s work/creative accomplishments as if it was yours without giving credit to the source you had taken it. The penalty for plagiarism other than the disciplinary action is to fail the course. Below, there are some good examples of plagiarism, and it provides you a feedback about how to avoid it. http://www.valdosta.edu/~cbarnbau/personal/teaching_MISC/plagiarism.htm The commitment of acts of cheating, lying, and deceit in any of their diverse forms such as plagiarism, and copying during examinations is dishonest and will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty and plagiarism: YÖK Disciplinary Regulation.

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 3 3 2 112
Project 1 10 10
Midterm(s) 1 12 2 14
Final Examination 1 16 2 18
Total Workload 154
Total Workload/25 6.2
ECTS 6