Competencias Profesionales en Psicología

Nombre del cursoCompetencias Profesionales en Psicología
Código del cursoPSY190
DescripciónThis course focuses on the foundational professional skills required in psychological and related professional contexts. Students will learn effective communication techniques, interviewing and observation methods, basic assessment principles, teamwork and collaboration strategies, and essential ethical reasoning skills. Emphasis is on hands-on, experiential learning: role-plays, simulations, guided reflections, collaborative projects, a guest lecture by an experienced practitioner, and a field trip to a local mental health or organizational setting. By applying concepts in realistic exercises and reflecting on their experiences, students gain practical insight into professional roles, cultural sensitivity, and ongoing self-improvement.
Resultados del aprendizajeAl finalizar este curso, los estudiantes deben ser capaces de:
– Demonstrate effective communication and active listening skills in realistic psychological service scenarios.
– Apply basic interviewing, observation, and assessment techniques ethically and responsibly through structured simulations and role-plays.
– Collaborate effectively with peers, negotiating roles and approaches in team-based experiential activities.
– Identify and analyze common ethical dilemmas in practice, proposing reasoned and principled responses, and reflecting on these challenges through guided discussions.
– Reflect on their professional development journey, acknowledging cultural and societal influences, and seek opportunities for continuous growth and improvement.
FacultadSchool of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
NivelBA
Number of credits
(US / ECTS)
3 US / 6 ECTS