Introduction to Occupational Health Psychology 2500-EN-F-164
Occupational Health Psychology (OHP) is the interdisciplinary specialty
that takes some core notions from preventive medicine and public health,
from the occupational stress research, from organizational health, then
translated them into an organizational context for purposes of the
preventive management of individual and organizational health. OHP
helps to shape a new recognition of the importance of the health and
well-being of workers.
The purpose of this course is to review major theories and empirical
research linking the psychosocial work environment with employees’
health and well-being.
Specific topics covered include stress, workplace aggression and violence,
bullying, burnout, workaholism and work-life interference, aging
workforce. The antecedents and outcomes of these workplace problems
will be discussed, specific prevention or/and intervention programs will
be presented.
Type of course
Requirements
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. Explain and critically evaluate the basic theories and research
findings in the field of OHP
2. Apply those theories and research in creating healthier workplaces.
3. Apply a problem solving approach to diagnosing occupational health
problems and identifying potential solutions
Assessment criteria
1. Final Exam (60 points): multiple-choice test including 26 closeended
questions, one correct answer only + 4 open-ended
questions, 60 minutes
2. Intervention Proposal (40 points): group assignment presented
during the last 2 classes and prepared in a written form.
The intervention should be explained during a 10-minute
presentation followed by 10 minutes of discussion with the
audience. Students have to propose the intervention, aiming at
reducing specific occupational stressor/s or enhancing employee'
well-being. The proposal of the intervention should be based on
at least 4 evidences, e.g., empirical articles, meta-analyses.
In order to pass the course the overall grade need to be above 60%
Grading Policy:
Number of points Grade
< 60 Fail - 2
60-63 3
64-69 3.5
70-79 4
80-89 4.5
90-95 5
>90 5!
2 unexcused absences are permitted. The 3rd and 4th unexcused absence
results in additional work. More than 4 absences (excused or unexcused)
result in course failure.
Additional information
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