Psychology: Explore the Mind & Mental Wellness
Discover the fascinating world of psychology and unlock the "what, why, how, where, and when" of mental health care. Learn about the core aspects of clinical psychology and explore how psychologists use therapeutic techniques for a wide range of mental health concerns. Hear from experts in the field; gain a deeper understanding of mental health, diagnosis, and treatment; and develop the skills to conceptualize cases and design effective treatment plans.
Program Dates
Multi-length sessions available throughout the year
Eligibility
For students ages 13 and up
Individual Course Fees
$1,795
Go Inside the Intricate World of Psychology
Delve Into the Fundamentals of Clinical Psychology
Discover the diverse landscape of psychology. Learn how the subfields relate to clinical practice and gain a comprehensive understanding of clinical psychology's history, purpose, and real-world applications.
Explore Effective Communication in Therapeutic Relationships
Learn about the therapeutic relationship and how practitioners develop a strong rapport with patients. Explore the roles of empathy, mindful presence, and process in creating a strong relationship between patient and therapist.
Understand the Dynamics of Mental Health
Identify the predisposing, precipitating, and perpetuating factors of mental health conditions. Learn about the process of psychological diagnosis and the impact of mental health stigma on treatment.
Dive into Treatment Planning and Intervention
Discover how diagnoses inform treatment plans and explore various clinical intervention frameworks. Learn about the six stages of change and the role of psychopharmacology in treatment.
Learn About Positive Psychology Interventions
Learn how to identify and utilize positive psychology interventions. Explore the role of values, optimistic thinking, and mindfulness in enhancing patient well-being and improving mood.
Explore College Majors and Future Careers
Topics covered in this course offer a good background for potential clinical psychology career paths, such as neuropsychology, health psychology, geropsychology, child and adolescent psychology, and forensic psychology.
How You Will Benefit
- Explore the foundations of clinical psychology, its history, and diverse subfields.
- Develop essential skills in mindful presence, empathetic listening, and therapeutic communication.
- Understand the diagnostic process, including factors that contribute to mental health conditions.
- Learn how practitioners apply clinical frameworks, interventions, and outcome measures for effective treatment planning.
- Complete a Final Capstone Project to demonstrate what you’ve learned.
- Earn a Certificate of Completion from Dartmouth.
Three Learning Advantages Designed for You
Final Capstone Project
This course concludes with a final capstone project where you can:
- Analyze a fictional character's backstory to identify their presenting concerns.
- Propose a diagnosis and develop a treatment plan based on course concepts.
- Consider treatment goals, interventions, and methods for measuring progress.
Mentoring
Gain support from an expert mentor who’ll help answer questions and enrich your experience. Here’s what to expect:
- Expertise in the field of psychology.
- Encouragement and direction on all assignments.
- Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed.
- Brainstorming to help you prepare for your final capstone project.
Flexible Learning
- 100% online learning that works with your schedule.
- Enjoy flexible, engaging video lessons that you can watch whenever it’s convenient for you.
- Multiple courses can be taken to maximize your learning experience.
- 20 to 30 hours of total instruction and activities per course, including multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from mentors.
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Course Designed by Dartmouth Instructors
Laurie A.S. Veillette, PsyD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
Dr. Veillette is a licensed clinical and health psychologist and an assistant professor at Dartmouth College. She teaches the Positive Psychology course through the department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, and is a member of the teaching faculty in the Geisel School of Medicine. Since 2020, Veillette has been a staff psychologist and clinical supervisor in the Veterans' healthcare system.
How To Apply:
It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Just provide some basic information and tell us why you wish to take this program.
Note: Please submit all application materials in English.
Begin the guided application process. It should take only a few minutes of your time to answer the questions.
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Admissions
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Scholarships
We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition.
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