MSc Family and Child Transpersonal Psychology
OFFERED BY EL-ROI London University
Course Overview
There are three elements to our course: MSc Family and Child Transpersonal Psychology.
Firstly, the substantive modules explore issues such as child development and the changing family.
Secondly, the research methods and advanced skills modules will help you to develop a range of practical and professional skills.
Thirdly, you will conduct a piece of original research with a focus on child Transpersonal psychology. In all areas, there is the chance to orientate the learning experience to areas that are of personal interest.
Our exciting course focuses on contemporary issues in family and child psychology, Transpersonal Psychology, exploring critical issues as families and society become increasingly diverse.
Furthermore, our course offers the opportunity to study the interface between family and child psychology and social policy, making its content relevant to students with diverse career objectives.
Teaching and Learning: Empowering Students for Active Engagement
At our institution, the Teaching and Learning approach is designed to cater to students from diverse backgrounds, many of whom possess substantial experience working with older individuals. We embrace the principles of Adult Learning, integrating them into our Teaching Timetable, Learning Methods, and Forms of Assessment.
We foster an environment that encourages students to build upon their existing knowledge and expertise, taking ownership of their own learning journey. Active participation in all aspects of the course is highly encouraged and valued.
To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, we employ a variety of methods tailored to different learning styles. These include engaging Lectures, dynamic Tutor-led Seminars, and empowering Self-directed studies. This multifaceted approach enables students to explore and deepen their understanding through various avenues.
Our Teaching and Learning framework aims to empower students, promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and personal growth. By actively participating in their educational journey, students gain a holistic understanding of the subject matter while honing essential skills for their future endeavors.
Join us in this transformative approach to Teaching and Learning, where students take charge of their own education, embrace their unique experiences, and actively contribute to their personal and professional development.
Chapters
Module 1- Child and Adolescent Development- 20 Credits
Child and Adolescent Development is the study of the biological, physical, socio-emotional, and cognitive growth and development of the child from conception through emerging adulthood.
The normal feelings and behaviours of the middle school and high school adolescent can be categorized into four broad areas: moving toward independence; future interests and cognitive development; sexuality; and ethics and self-direction.
Learning Outcomes
At The End of This Module, Students will be able to ;
1-Describe The process and stages of childhood Development.
2-Explain The Process and Stages of Adolescent Development
3-Evaluate The Process Of Spiritual Development in Child and Adolescent Development.
Module 2- Child and Adolescent Mental health and neuro-developmental disorders. 20 Credits
Prevention, intervention and treatment of disorders in childhood and adolescence with particular focus upon the role of parents, family, peers and educators (e.g., parent-child interaction therapy, family therapy, parenting programmes, educational programmes) Theoretical models and approaches which explain disorders in childhood and adolescence .
Classification, diagnosis and assessment of disorders in childhood and adolescence.
Learning Outcomes
At The End of This Module, Students will be able to ;
1-Describe A range of neuro-developmental and psychological disorders affecting children and adolescents.
2-Explain Prevention, intervention and treatment of disorders in childhood and adolescence with particular focus upon the role of parents, family, peers and educators .
3-Evaluate Theoretical models and approaches which explain disorders in childhood and adolescence. Classification, diagnosis and assessment of disorders in childhood and adolescence.
Module 3- Family Psychology in Society-20 Credits
This module focuses on family psychology in society, examining social and cultural influences on family functioning. The module also emphasises the practical applications of family psychology, including the interplay between psychology and social policy, and interventions for helping families in crisis.
Consequently, some sessions may be delivered by outside speakers, who are practitioners in the field, depending on availability.
The following topics are indicative of the content of the module:
- Deprivation and disadvantage
- Children and domestic abuse
- Attachment
- Family breakdown
- Family well-being
- Cultural and Religious issues in families
- Policy and legislation
Learning Outcomes
At The End of This Module, Students will be able to:
1-Describe family psychology in society, examining social and cultural influences on family functioning.
2-Explain the practical applications of family psychology, including the interplay between psychology and social policy, and interventions for helping families in crisis.
3-Evaluate The Process Of Social Spirituality in The Spiritual Development Of family psychology .
Module 4- Family Lifestyle and Transition. 20 Credits
This module focuses on the changing family, with change conceptualised as both diversity in the family unit, and the adjustment of family members to transitions within the life cycle, such as the transition to parenthood.
This will include the consideration of classic and contemporary theories and research in the area of family lifestyle and transition.
- Different theoretical approaches to family lifestyle and transition (e.g., family systems theory, interpersonal acceptance-rejection theory, attachment theory, life span transitions theory, developmental approaches)
- Typical life cycle transitions (e.g., leaving home, intimate relationships, marriage/living together, parenthood, retirement, death)
- Unexpected life cycle transitions (parental separation and divorce, new parental relationships, illness, unemployment, mental illness, unexpected death)
- Approaches to child rearing (e.g., cross-cultural differences)
- Different types of family unit (e.g., single and absent parents, lesbian and gay parents)
- Agents of socialisation within families (e.g., the role of parents, siblings, grandparents)
Learning Outcomes
At The End of This Module, Students will be able to:
1-Describe Different theoretical approaches to family lifestyle and transition
2-Explain Typical life cycle transitions (e.g., leaving home, intimate relationships, marriage/living together, parenthood, retirement, death)
3-Evaluate Approaches to child rearing and Different types of family unit
4-Reflect On Agents of socialisation within families
Module 5-Child and Adolescence Transpersonal Development Psychology -20 Credits
Research suggests that spirituality may empower strong connections/relationships between children and their environment. Through these relationships, children develop and strengthen their identity and make sense of their cultural values, beliefs, and norms.
Through spiritual development, children learn to be aware of and comfortable with qualities such as respect, responsibility, and reverence for self and others. They learn to be capable of acknowledging differences between people without feeling fear.
They develop a love for the earth and take action to protect it. Thus, there appears to be an expression of spirituality which might be appreciated and nurtured in every child. The transpersonal is defined as “experiences in which the sense of identity or self extends beyond (trans) the individual or personal to encompass wider aspects of humankind, life, psyche or cosmos”. It has also been defined as “development beyond conventional, personal or individual levels”.
Transpersonal psychology suggests that your current beliefs, life purpose, interests, values, and environment play important roles in your mental and physical well-being.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module , students will be able to:
1-Evaluate Spiritual Needs Of children and Adolescence.
2-Explain the Role of Spirituality In Emotional wellbeing Development of children and Adolescence.
3-Reflect on Spiritual/Transpersonal Identity Development In child and Adolescence Psychology.
4-Explore The Role of Religion and Spirituality On Mental Health Development of children and Adolescence.
Module 6- Transpersonal Cognitive Behavioural Therapy -20 Credits
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing how you think and behave. It’s most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression but can be helpful for other mental and physical health problems.
Transpersonal Cognitive Behavioural Therapy enables an individual to explore the impacts of the spiritual nature of thinking on mental health. The concept is based on the principles of the spiritual origin of thoughts and their effects on emotional wellbeing.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this Module, students will be able to ;
1- Explore The Basic Concepts of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy –
2- Describe The Principles of Transpersonal Cognitive Behavioural Therapy –
3- Reflect On The Influence of the Individual Belief System on The unconscious Mind.
4- Explore The Spiritual Nature Of Healing Emotional Wounds.
Indicative Content
Week 1: The Basic Concepts of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy –
Week 2: The Principles of Transpersonal Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Week 3: The Influence of the Individual Belief System on The unconscious Mind.
Week 4: The Spiritual Nature Of Healing Emotional Wounds.
Module 7- Research Methods in Transpersonal Health Psychology – 20 Credits
Research Methods for Transpersonal Health Psychology Studies is a comprehensive, engaging and practical study that provides a grounding in qualitative and quantitative research for students studying programmes related to Transpersonal Mental Health Psychology.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this Module, students will be able to;
1-Describe Quantitative Research methods In Transpersonal Health Psychology
2-Explore Qualitative Research Methods In Transpersonal Health Psychology .
Assessment
Students will write a Reflective Essay of 3000 words covering the learning outcomes For Each Module. The standard of academic writing is expected to meet the requirement of an academic essay at level 7.
Assessment for Each Module is completed based on the Learning Outcomes’ achievement at the Unit’s Assessment Criteria standards. Therefore, the learner can achieve a Pass or Fail for this Module based on the quality of the work submitted and the assessor’s judgments made against the criteria provided.
What is the structure of a reflective essay?
A reflective essay should follow the classic essay format of introduction, body, and conclusion. Some other standard forms include journaling or using a reflective model for only part of an essay or assignment.
A journal is a collection of entries made regularly (e.g. daily or weekly). Students should have a reflective journal for all the modules.
Details
180 Credits
12 Months
Dissertation
Major Dissertation Project – 40 Credits. 10,000 Words.
Writing a project dissertation.
The dissertation is a critical review of the literature that addresses the major question, or series of questions, relevant to your research topic. It must convey the current state of knowledge on the topic to the reader as clearly, concisely, and convincingly as possible.
A dissertation is a research project completed as part of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. Typically, a dissertation allows students to present their findings in response to a question or proposition they choose.
The project is to test the independent research skills students have acquired during their time at university, using the assessment to help determine their final grades. Although there is usually some guidance from your tutors, the dissertation project is largely independent.
The word count is ten thousand words.
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