HS 206 - Intro to Counseling Theory

Institution:

West Virginia Northern Community College

Subject:

Human Services

Description:

This course will cover the major theories of counseling and psychotherapy (behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, gestalt, cognitive and cognitive-behavioral), the needs and characteristics of special populations (children, the elderly, adolescents, victims of domestic violence or other crimes, families) and special considerations involved with providing crisis intervention, behavior management and other specialized services. It will also focus on understanding how to resolve dilemmas involving professional values and ethics.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wvncc.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 233-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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