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CBC adding psychology courses this spring

BY THE TRI-CITY HERALD
Published: Feb. 12, 2013 at 12:00 a.m. PST — Updated: Feb. 12, 2013 at 7:09 a.m. PST
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Columbia Basin College campus in Pasco. (BOB BRAWDY/Tri-City Herald)

Two new psychology courses will be available at Columbia Basin College spring quarter.

Fundamentals of Psychological Research and Health Psychology will be taught in a hybrid format, with each class being taught at the same time on alternating days, according to a news release. Some instruction also will be provided on the internet.

The fundamentals class will focus on psychological research methodology and techniques. The other course will provide an overview of the psychological, behavioral and social factors of health and disease.

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