Anglo-American University Ética en Psicología
| Nombre del curso | Ética en Psicología |
| Código del curso | PSY230 |
| Descripción | This course introduces students to key ethical principles, challenges, and dilemmas in psychological research and professional practice. It aims to support the development of ethical awareness, reflective thinking, and a strong sense of professional responsibility, which are essential for every future psychologist. Throughout the course, students explore the foundations of ethical work with human participants, including both psychological practice and scientific research. They become familiar with core principles such as respect, integrity, competence, and responsibility, as outlined in professional ethical codes (e.g., EFPA, APA). Ethical standards are examined as binding commitments in both academic and applied contexts. The course further addresses key issues in research ethics, informed consent procedures, and the specific ethical demands of conducting research with children, school populations, families, and other vulnerable groups. A part of the course is dedicated to publication ethics, with a focus on transparency, authorship, and intellectual property in the dissemination of psychological knowledge and research. Finally, the course explores the ethical challenges associated with psychological assessment and psychodiagnostic procedures. |
| Resultados del aprendizaje | Al finalizar este curso, los estudiantes serán capaces de: – Identify and explain the core ethical principles and standards relevant to psychological research and practice, as defined in professional ethical codes (e.g., EFPA, APA). – Apply ethical principles to concrete situations in psychological research and practice, including those involving informed consent, data protection, and confidentiality. – Recognize specific ethical issues in research with vulnerable populations, including children, families, and school communities, and understand the procedures for minimizing risk and harm. – Evaluate the ethical implications of public communication and media presence, and reflect on the psychologist’s responsibilities as a member of academic and professional communities. – Understand the principles of publication ethics, including authorship, intellectual property, and responsible dissemination of research findings. – Reflect on ethical challenges in helping professions, such as burnout, helper syndrome, and boundary management, and propose strategies for ethical self-care and professional sustainability. |
| Facultad | School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Nivel | BA |
| Number of credits (US / ECTS) | 1.5 US / 3 ECTS |