COUN531: Counseling Across the Life Span (3 hours lecture)

This course focuses on the study of human development across the life span. Normal or typical developmental tasks are reviewed, as well as principles related to developmental psychopathology. Theoretical models of development including biological/physical, social, psychological, and spiritual development are discussed within the framework of developmental counseling. The course provides students with an understanding of developmental theory across the live span as it relates to client assessment, counseling, and treatment. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in graduate counseling program.

COUN540: Introduction to Alcohol/Drug Counseling (3 hours lecture)

An introduction to substance abuse counseling and related issues. Provides an overview of the historical context, etiological theories, and psychoactive impact of substances on the brain. The course will focus on evidence-based assessment, diagnosis and treatment of substance abuse/dependence with emphasis on clinical counseling practice informed by theory and research. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculated Counseling MA students.

COUN552: Introduction to Professional and Ethical Issues in Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course is designed to introduce students to the profession of counseling. Students will engage in a critical examination of the roles, functions, responsibilities and typical settings of counseling professionals. Students will study issues related to credentialing, licensure, and professional development. In addition, the course will explore approaches to various types of counseling, principles and techniques, and work of the professional counselor. Students will also learn skills in technological competence and computer literacy necessary for effective professional counseling practice. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN564: Counseling Children and Adolescents (3 hours lecture)

This course will provide an overview of theories and techniques of counseling children and adolescents in school and clinical settings. The course is designed to help counseling graduate students develop a knowledge base of skills, theories, and research into critical issues needed for contemporary counseling with children and adolescents. Emphasis will be placed upon a thorough understanding of developmental processes as well as the counselor's role as a facilitator of those processes which enhance resiliency and build cognitive, social and academic success. 3 sh.

COUN568: Theories of Consultation (3 hours lecture)

Students survey literature on theories, research, and skills of effective consultation as these relate to the profession of counseling. Students also discuss cultural issues, values conflict, leadership, and social reconstruction as parts of consultation. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 558.

COUN570: Counseling Adults (3 hours lecture)

Based on current developmental models, this course provides theoretical frameworks from which to understand the needs of adults who seek counseling. Effective approaches and practical applications for various adult populations will be addressed, with special attention to matters of diversity. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Graduate students with majors in the Counseling and Educational Leadership department (CNEL) department only, COUN 577.

COUN577: Counseling Theories (3 hours lecture)

A comprehensive study of the major theoretical approaches to counseling. Emphasis is placed on helping prospective counseling professionals understand that the best practices of ethical and culturally responsive counseling are rooted in a sound theoretical foundation. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN579: Appraisal of the Individual (3 hours lecture)

Examines the use, selection, administration scoring and interpretation of standardized inventories/tests related to the field of counseling. This psychological testing course is designed to provide students with experience using a variety of assessment tools related to treatment planning in counseling in schools, agencies and other settings. Practical experience in test administration and interpretation required. Testing fee. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552 and COUN 577 and ELRS 503.

COUN582: Career Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course provides an overview of career development across the life span. Areas of study include a critical analysis of the world of work; ethical and legal issues unique to career counseling practice; major theories of career choice and development; the impact of multiple roles and multicultural issues in career choice and decision making; use of occupational and labor market information and technology in career planning; assessments and techniques pertaining to career choice and development; and designing, implementing, and evaluating career development intervention programs. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 579, COUN 588 and Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN584: Group Counseling: Theory and Practice (3 hours lecture)

This course is designed to familiarize counselors with the use of group counseling methods for the facilitation of personal growth, the treatment of social and emotional disorders and the socioemotional education and enrichment of the individual. Students examine the historical and cultural context for group methods. Emphasis is placed on group membership, group process, relevant social, psychological and educational theories in group behavior, treatment and strategies. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 588 and Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program, minimum grade of "B" or better in COUN 588.

COUN588: Counseling Techniques (3 hours lecture)

Introduction to basic counseling techniques and skills common to multiple theoretical perspectives. Students actively engage in self and cultural awareness and reflection necessary for examining the dynamics of the counseling relationship and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN595: Multicultural Counseling and Development (3 hours lecture)

Exploration and development of the necessary personal awareness, knowledge and skills for culturally competent counseling practice. Emphasis on historical and current issues and trends associated with race/ethnicity, gender, age, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation, and ability and how they affect counseling practice. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN604: Case Management and DSM Diagnosis in Counseling (3 hours lecture)

Procedures in case conceptualization and case management in counseling, in working with children, adolescents, and adults in school, community agency, higher education, and private practice settings. Intermediate study of the DSM and its diagnostic and practical relationship to counseling. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 588, matriculation in Counseling w/concentration: CommunityCounseling (CNCC) or Advanced Counceling (ACOU) or departmental approval.

COUN624: Counseling Practicum (3 hours lecture)

This is the second clinical core course in the graduate counseling program. This course requires the students to participate in field placement appropriate to their chosen specialized population, community agency, school or higher education setting. Students complete a total of 100 semester hours each semester of direct and non-direct work with clients at the site as per national and state standards. Students are expected to implement a theoretical approach to counseling, complete progress notes, and develop treatments plans. Case presentations, clinical observations, and direct individual counseling are required. Weekly class supervision seminars on campus required as well as weekly supervision with an on-site supervisor. All direct client contact hours and indirect hours are entered in an ongoing log to be retained by the Program at the end of the semester. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 588, COUN 595 and COUN 584, departmental approval, matriculation in Graduate Counseling Program.

COUN652: Introduction to Marriage, Couples and Family Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course includes an introduction to the major current theoretical approaches of family and couples counseling with emphasis on the counseling process from a family system's perspective in agency, school, or higher education settings within a diverse, multicultural society. Developmental family stages and practice counseling strategies are included. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 588, COUN 595 and COUN 584.

COUN653: Selected Topics in Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course provides counseling professionals in public, private and nonprofit settings with knowledge about current issues, developments and trends affecting their work and organizations. It will examine strategies to improve professional effectiveness and delivery of services in the face of significant changes impacting the practice of counseling. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9.0 credits as long as the topic is different. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Graduate students with majors in the Counseling and Educational Leadership (CNEL) department only.

COUN654: Internship in Counseling I

This two-part sequential culminating course is the third of the clinical core in the graduate counseling program. This course requires the students to participate in field placement appropriate to their chosen specialized population, community agency, school or higher education setting. Interns will complete a total of 300 semester hours each semester of direct and non-direct work with clients at the site as per national and state standards. Case presentation, clinical observation, and direct counseling one-to-one and in small groups is required. Weekly class supervision seminars on campus are required as well as weekly supervision with an on-site supervisor. Recording of client contact and non-direct contact hours are entered in an on-going log to be presented at the end of the semester. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Counseling majors with a minimum of 33 credits earned in program, COUN 624 with a minimum grade of B, COUN 552 COUN 577, COUN 584, COUN 588, COUN 595, COUN 624, COUN 583 for majors with a concentration in School Counseling, COUN 604 for majors with a concentration in Community Counseling, one specialty course for majors with a concentration in either Student Affairs/Higher Education or Addictions Counseling, Departmental approval.

COUN665: Ecotherapy: Applied Ecopsychology (3 hours lecture)

This course examines a new approach to therapy and counseling. Ecopsychology is a part of an emergent paradigm that seeks to understand the relationship between the problems individuals bring to counseling and environmental degradation. Ecotherapy applies the insights of ecopsychology to counseling and therapy through a new approach that sees the healing of the human psyche and the nurturing of the earth as part of the same enterprise. Students will explore and evaluate the effects of human perceptions, attitudes, values, and behavior in relation to the natural world and learn approaches, skills and techniques that foster human well-being and the health of the natural world. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Graduate students with majors in the Counseling and Educational Leadership department.

COUN673: Gender Issues in Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course will examine the sociocultural context in which gender roles, expectations and behaviors develop. Students examine counseling approaches based on empowerment models, identify counselor dispositions, and practice the skills required for effective counseling within these models. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 552, COUN 577, COUN 588 or department approval.

COUN674: Internship in Counseling II

This is the second of a two-part sequential culminating course in the clinical core in the graduate counseling program. This course requires the students to participate in field placement appropriate to their chosen specialized population, community agency, school, or higher education setting. Interns will complete a total of 300 semester hours each semester of direct and non-direct work with clients at the site as per national and state standards. Case presentation, clinical observation, and direct counseling one-to-one and in small groups is required. Weekly class supervision seminars on campus are required as well as weekly supervision with an on-site supervisor. Recording of client contact and non-direct contact hours are entered into an ongoing log to be presented at the end of the semester. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Graduate students with majors in the Counseling and Educational Leadership department only, COUN 654 with a minimum grade of B, departmental approval.

ELRS503: Methods of Research (3 hours lecture)

The course offers an overview of key methodological principles and approaches to quantitative and qualitative research. Research literacy and developing the ability to access, read, and critique professional research literature in education is a central focus of the course. The course also provides an opportunity for students to evaluate current research relevant to their professional interests. Starting Summer 2012: This course offers an overview of key methodological principles and approaches to quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research. Research literacy and developing the ability to access, read, and critique professional research literature in education, counseling, and related fields is a central focus on the course. The course also provides an opportunity for students to evaluate current research relevant to their professional interests. 3 sh.