Health Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Psychology (PDHP)
This diploma program offered by the Faculty of Behavioural Sciences is designed to provide the student with an introduction to theories and practice in Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine. Courses will cover plausible biological pathways through which psychological / behavioral factors influence physical health. Principles of psychological interventions designed to help patients adjust to illness, prevent worsening / recurrence and promote recovery will be considered. Throughout the program, emphasis will be placed on learning to evaluate current research findings with respect to the major chronic illnesses including cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes.
Program Structure
The Postgraduate Diploma Program in Health Psychology is a two semester (8 month) program consisting of four, three unit courses intended to be taken sequentially. Two courses of seven weeks duration are offered in each of the two semesters. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. The program is offered beginning each January (Winter), May (Spring) and September (Fall) trimester.
All courses are offered online. There is no residency or practicum requirement. Postgraduate diploma courses may not be used towards the award of the Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.