Introduction to Psychology
Look closer at how we grow & think while learning the foundations of this ever-changing science!
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What You Will Learn!
- Learners will get an overview of key psychology concepts
- Learners will be introduced and informed about important psychologists in history
- Learners will understand how growth and development effect our psychological state
- Learners will look closely at Freud’s Stages or Consciousness and study consciousness as it applies to the individual
Description
In this Introduction to Psychology course we will cover all the main topics that you would look at in a semester college or senior course. We will cover topics in a way that makes all content easily digestible and easy to build from. As we move from one topic to another there will be suggestions for making personal reflections or journals as you move through course content. Our exploration of psychology as both a science and a way to learn more about oneself will help academically and personally as you make your way through course content.
Main Topics Covered Include:
Brief overview of the history of Psychology
Look at historically important Psychologists and what they studied
Overview of Growth and Development Stages
Deep look at the idea of the conscious and subconscious mind
Different states of consciousness and how we move between them
Sleep, dreams, daydreams, fantasies
Altered states of consciousness using substances
Meditation as an altered state of consciousness
After completing the course you will have the foundational knowledge and basic understanding of key concepts in Psychology. This is particularly helpful, not only for those taking this course because of interest and curiosity, but for people looking at this course for review of key facts or an overview before an exam.
Who Should Attend!
- Anyone wanting to dip their toes into psychology or review key concepts!
