Applied Psychological Research Placement in Aging- Durham Campus

PSYC 4850H: Applied Psychological Research Placement in Aging

(Offered only at Trent University Durham Campus)

Covers theories and current topics in research on issues central to aging and the chronic conditions of aging (including dementia). Students apply and integrate their learning through assignments and the Living Lab held off campus at the Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences.

Prerequisite: 12.0 university credits; 75% or higher in PSYC 2018H and 2019H; and one of PSYC 2550H or 2500H.

Important Notes: Interested students must initially add themselves to the course waitlist. To move from waitlist to enrollment, students must complete the below requirements:

Students must have an original copy of a Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector screening (no older than 6 months prior to the start of classes);

Students must be up-to-date with their immunizations (including 2-stage TB test within two weeks of the start of classes; flu shot recommended)

• In order to take part in the required Living Lab component at Ontario Shores students must:

a) Have an original copy of a Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector screening (no older than 6 months prior to the start of classes);

b) Be up-to-date with their immunizations (including 2-stage TB test; flu shot recommended);

c) Complete onsite orientation session and Safety Management Group Training, which will be booked at the first class; and

d) Complete online research ethics tutorials and orientation modules (details provided at the first class).

(a) and (b) must be completed prior to confirming registration in the course - after completion of (a) and (b) individual student moved from waitlist to enrolled.

For additional information contact Dr. Nancie Im-Bolter at nimbolter@trentu.ca