PSYCLN 775 Qualitative Methods in Clinical Psychology

This course introduces students to qualitative methods used in psychological research. Students will be exposed to the philosophies and foundations of qualitative methodology and the ways in which qualitative and quantitative methods are similar, different, and complementary to each other and to quantitative methods. The course will survey the various qualitative methodologies used in the field of psychology, addressing issues of question formation, data collection, validity, data analysis, and interpretation. Students will participate in a qualitative research project that will help them develop skills in collection, managing, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative data.

Prerequisite(s): PSYCLN PHD Students Only

3 Credit(s)