COUN 501 - Theory and Practice of the Professional Counselor Fall,Spring

Institution:

Sonoma State University

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Description:

This course surveys the roles and responsibilities of professional counselors, including an examination of students’ professional identity development. Different approaches to counseling intervention (i.e., psychodynamic, affective/experiential, cognitive/behavioral, and systemic theories) are compared and contrasted relative to the goals of counseling, the factors involved in helping individuals and families change, and the practitioner’s role in the process. Professional identity development is further enhanced through exposure to the history and philosophy of the counseling profession, including professional roles, functions, and relationships with other human service providers. This overview also acquaints counseling students with a) relevant professional organizations; b) the various credentialing, certification, licensure, and accreditation standards that may impact practice; c) advocacy processes to benefit clients; and d) ethical and legal standards of the various counseling disciplines.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sonoma.edu

Phone Number:

(707) 664-2880

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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