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Prerequisite: Admission to MA in psychology program or consent of instructor This course is a single semester course focused on research literacy for mental health professionals. Topics of focus include basic research methods (quantitative and qualitative), research ethics, and strategies for consuming and evaluating current research in the field. Students will develop an understanding of the scientific foundations of the clinical field and will be able to understand and utilize current research in their discipline. They will learn how to apply scientific methods to evaluate practices and interventions. Students will practice searching for, reading and applying current research in the field covering crucial topics in clinical theory, multicultural issues and systemic variables impacting clients. This course prepares students to be informed consumers of research in line with the guidelines for clinical competencies.