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3.00 Credits
This course increases the students knowledge of the medical and functional implications of disabilities. Curricular components include neurological impairments, orthopedic disabilities, sensory disabilities, chronic illness, surgical and medical conditions, and other physical disabilities. Attention will be given to the diagnostic and prognostic judgments in assessing the individuals functional strengths.
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3.00 Credits
An overview of systems theory and family dynamics, multicultural perspectives, developmental stages and psychosocial aspects is presented. Particular attention is given to how these factors influence perceptions and reactions to disability.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore a host of issues for which clients attend counseling. Major issues of focus will include but are not limited to chemical dependency, trauma, violence, child abuse and neglect, and loss and grief. Students will learn how these issues affect client well-being, interpersonal relationships, and social role functioning. This course will also provide students with methods of assessment and intervention to assist clients with adjustment to life circumstances, to positive change, and promote health and happiness.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the skills necessary to become effective in case management. Case finding, caseload management, service coordination, case referral, consumer advocacy, managed care, cost containment and ethical decision making are among topics discussed. Also reviewed is disability management including accessibility and accommodation issues for a safe workplace, and health promotion through education and consultation.
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3.00 Credits
This course will involve the study of the impact of significant mental health disorders on the individual, family, and society. Particular emphasis will be placed on the individual experience of psychiatric disability and factors that facilitate role functioning and recovery. Students will develop a working knowledge of diagnostic nomenclature and criteria based upon the current classification system of psychiatric disorders (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition, Text Revision - DSM-IV-TR). This will involve an examination of the genetic, biochemical, psychosocial, and developmental issues related to psychopathology. The course focuses on rehabilitation interventions in collaboration with clinical treatment and peer support.
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3.00 Credits
This comprehensive course involves an exploration of the major components of substance abuse assessment and treatment. Areas of focus will include: screening and assessment, intake, treatment planning, case management, individual, group, and family therapy, and relapse prevention. Students will learn about the contexts through which substance abuse services are provided and various theoretical frameworks, perspectives, and the implications for clinical practice.
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3.00 Credits
Counseling Skills and Practicum must be taken within the first year of coursework. Note: REHB 600 must be completed with a 3.0 or better to continue in the program. Failure to meet the grade point expectation will require meeting with faculty advisor to determine program status. Termination from the program may result from unsuccessful completion of the practicum. Successful completion of REHB 600 is required to register for further Rehabilitation Counseling coursework.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: REHB 600 Students work for an average of 20 hours per week for the full semester in a rehabilitation agency or community setting and attend a weekly seminar to discuss experiences and develop effective rehabilitation counseling interventions. Students will be required to do readings in professional journals related to their internship experiences. The students agency experience must be primarily in the provision of direct counseling services to individuals, couples or families. In the classroom seminar, through the lectures, discussions, video/audio taping and role-playing, the students will develop further their clinical skills. Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of two hours per week in a one-to-one session.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: REHB 601 Students will continue with a second semester internship of 20 hours per week on average for the full semester in the same rehabilitation agency as required for REHB 601. The primary focus of this internship experience is in the provision of direct counseling services. The student will also attend a weekly seminar structured as described in REHB 601. The intent of this course is to develop clinical rehabilitation counseling skills for a more skillful approach to effectively help the individual with disabilities. Note: Continuation of professional journal readings will be expected.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Take At Least One Undergraduate Statistics Course This course is designed to give students an understanding of basic concepts in research, including research design, variables, measurement, hypothesis testing, and validity. The focus of the course is on conceptual rather than computational aspects of research. The student will learn how to design outcome studies and critically analyze the applicability of research to practice. Strategies that promote research utilization are emphasized throughout the course. Note: An undergraduate level course in statistics is a prerequisite for this course.
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