Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:

• Explain the role of theory in Community Psychology
• Describe the main foundational theories of Community Psychology
• Illustrate how community psychologists use theory in their work
• Identify how to use an ecological lens in guiding community research
• Identify the role of ethics in Community Psychology research
• Differentiate between qualitative versus quantitative methods
• Discuss the utility of mixed methods research
• Recognize what Community Psychology practice competencies are
• Discuss why Community Psychology practice competencies are important
• Identify how to develop your own Community Psychology competencies