Pathway to Mental Health Studies
Course Description
The Pathway to Mental Health Studies is a FREE online course designed to provide adult students with a broad understanding of psychology and the helping professions. As participants explore the mental health field, they will learn about the physical and psychological impacts of stress, examine the impact of culture on social awareness and behavior, and identify key factors that influence our view of the self.
1 Credit Equivalency
Each Pathways experience is equivalent to one academic credit hour. Students can choose to pay $499 to have the one credit transcripted, and they can apply it to a degree in any of our Adult Degree Programs, including Psychology & Mental Health Studies. George Fox University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
If you're interested in purchasing credit for the course, you'll need to complete the course requirements by one of the following deadlines: August 18, December 15 or April 26.
All Pathways courses are self-directed, allowing you to complete the course on your own time — and at your own pace.
It's totally free!
Meet the Prof
Kristin Minter, PhD
"I am an instructor, curriculum specialist, subject matter expert, and course author with over 15 years of experience in K-12 and higher education. Previously, I have served as a substance use disorder counselor, health coach, and personal trainer. I genuinely enjoy supporting individuals to strengthen and balance their mind-body connection. I believe everybody deserves to feel healthy, happy and whole to pursue their unique passions."
Learning Outcomes
Following this course, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate knowledge of the various fields of study and specializations in psychology
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Articulate a basic understanding of the concept of stress and its physical and psychological impacts
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Describe the impact of culture on social awareness and behavior
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Identify key factors that influence our view of the self
What to Expect
The course includes videos, readings, quizzes, downloadable resources, short written assignments, forum discussions, video feedback, and optional Zoom sessions with our faculty experts.
Not interested in credit? No sweat! Pathways are built for you to explore, meaning there's no expectation that you complete readings or submit assignments.
Online Textbooks or E-Resources
Chapters out of the following ebooks:
General Assignments / Projects
Themes: What is Psychology? Careers/Specialities in Psychology
Assignments: Readings and videos, discussion forum posts, brief reflection paper
Theme: Stress & the Body
Assignments: Readings and videos, discussion forum posts
Theme: Culture & Social Awareness
Assignments: Readings and videos, discussion forum posts, brief reflection paper
Theme: Who Am I?
Assignments: Readings and videos, discussion forum posts, brief interview paper
Get Started
All Pathways courses are self-directed, allowing you to complete the course on your own time — and at your own pace.
It's totally free!