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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A study of human development and its relationship to the theories and principles of learning and teaching. Topics investigated will include self-development, group functioning, individual learning alternatives, and teacher evaluative techniques as they affect learning. Students will need to complete the fingerprint and background clearance process and be issued the appropriate identification prior to being scheduled for a field experience or school-site assignment.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to and an understanding of behavior disorders and insight into the personality of the disturbed person. Historical perspective of changing attitudes and treatment of psychopathy and techniques of diagnosis, classification, and therapy are studied.
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3.00 Credits
This course studies child development from birth to 11 years. The physical, cognitive, emotional, social, inner processes, and the abnormal aspects of development are covered. The child in relationship to the family, school, and the community is also investigated.
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3.00 Credits
This course studies adolescent development from 12 to 19 years. Consideration is given to the physical, cognitive, moral, and social development as well as the hazards to adolescents. The family society, schools, and careers as they relate to the adolescent are also studied.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the field of health psychology. Course content includes an overview of scientific principles and current research findings; applications to specific diseases, stress management, and to health promotion; demonstration of the most widely used and effective intervention strategies; and the role of health psychology and mind/body medicine in health care practice. Experiential learning, lecture, and a case-based approach are the primary teaching learning approaches.
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on psychoactive drugs and their use/abuse in social and historical contexts. In addition to surveying the pharmacology of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, we will study the process of addiction. The physical, sociocultural, cognitive, emotional and spiritual aspects of drug use and abuse will be explored. Prevention education will be briefly surveyed.
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3.00 Credits
This course will include the eight-practice dimensions, identified in a collaborative effort, necessary for an addiction counselor (also described as the 12 core functions). Such dimensions include clinical evaluation, treatment planning, referral, service coordination, counseling, education, documentation, and ethical/professional responsibilities. Within each practice dimension, the student will be introduced to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes conducive to appropriate addiction service delivery. This course addresses the practice dimensions necessary for addiction counselors. Within each dimension, the student will be introduced to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes conducive to appropriate addiction service delivery. Required course for Maryland Addictions Counselor certification.
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3.00 Credits
Application of a variety of treatment approaches which have been demonstrated to be effective. Survey of treatment-related issues including multicultural counseling issues and assessment and diagnosis of addiction and dual disorders. A holistic approach will be employed in so far as the biological, social, cognitive, emotional and spiritual aspects of addiction treatment will be explored. Practical application of research and theory to addiction counseling. Overview of treatment related issues, including assessment and diagnosis. Required course for Maryland Addictions Counselor certification.
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3.00 Credits
Students are introduced to legal and ethical issues involved in the treatment of alcohol and other drug problems. Issues such as licensing, relationships, confidentiality, and crisis intervention will be addressed. The ethical standards of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) are reviewed and similarities among addiction and other helping professionals discussed. Required course for Maryland Addictions Counselor certification.
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2.00 Credits
The student will learn: 1) the roles of the physical therapist (PT) and the physical therapist assistant (PTA) including the history, ethical, and legal aspects; 2) information regarding acquiring malpractice insurance; 3) structure and organization of the health care system in general and as it relates to the physical therapist assistant; 4) general information of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) as an organization and enrollment; 5) psycho- social aspects of the health care professional and the patient; 6) verbal and nonverbal communication; 7) principles of teaching and learning; 8) basic medical terminology and record keeping, including SOAP note documentation (subjective, objective, assessment and plan); 9) asepsis, sterile techniques, and hand washing; 10) body mechanics and lifting; and 11) vital signs. This course includes laboratory practicals on appropriate clinical topics. In order to successfully pass this course, student must achieve a grade of "C" or better. Acceptance into the Physical Therapist Assistant program is required to take this course.
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