Course Description
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Course Name
Psychology of Trauma
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Host University
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
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Location
Lima, Peru
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Area of Study
Psychology
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Language Level
High Advanced
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This is an introductory course to the field of Trauma Psychology. The topics covered in the course include the neurobiological, interpersonal, cultural and social variables involved in the development of psychological trauma. The course will draw from research and applications from the extensive literature about psychological trauma from a developmental perspective.
Course Disclaimer
Please note that there are no beginning level courses offered in this program.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.