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3.00 Credits
The special knowledge and skills required for working directly with children and adolescents. Using a background of human development, ecological theory and human diversity, students examine theoretical issues and practical skills and techniques. Particular attention is paid to the special needs of children and adolescents at risk for abuse or neglect, separation from primary caregivers and adoption. Based on an understanding of cognitive and emotional development, narrative therapy and planned short-term treatment methods, skills are taught in communication, use of play, art and other activities useful to the process of working effectively with children and adolescents.
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Exposes students to issues of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, culture, gender, sexual orientation, physical/psychological ability, religion and age as they relate to the counselor, client and counseling process. Throughout the course, the concept of culture is used as an over-arching term inclusive of the above categories. Also reviews how the mental health delivery system is based on Eurocentric traditions which often disenfranchise cultural minorities. Culturally sensitive counseling strategies are introduced to provide students with a conceptual and practical framework for working with diverse populations in a respectful way. Prerequisite: COUN540 and COUN541.
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The counseling profession demands that the counselor possess a complete understanding of a wide variety of issues related to the practice of providing professional counseling services. These issues include: standards for the profession, principles of ethical behavior, legal issues and liability risk, elements of professionalism, and the role of personal values in the delivery of counseling services. This course is designed to help the student gain knowledge of the ethical guidelines that inform professional behavior, the legal aspects of counseling practice, and foster within the student an appreciation for the complex nature of applying ethical and legal principles to practice.
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3.00 Credits
The psycho-social development of children with disabilities and those identified as Gifted and Talented. Adaptive methodology for identifying, planning for and working effectively with exceptional, diverse and at-risk children in the general education classroom will be examined. Field study required.
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An introduction to Guyana, its people, politics, economics and history. Special attention is given to understanding the world views of the differing peoples (Afro-Guyanese, Indo-Guyanese, and Amer-Indian) of this developing country prior to departure in January. While in Guyana, students will collaborate with Guyanese helping professionals in community and clinical settings. Students will also participate in ongoing research in cooperation with local organizations to assess counseling needs of the Guyanese peoples.
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3.00 Credits
Content focuses on the interactive function of the teaching/learning process, as well as the planning, implementing and evaluating of instruction and curriculum based upon developmentally appropriate practices. Also covered are media, technology and the introduction of specific curricula related to substance abuse. Prerequisite: COUN560
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3.00 Credits
This course - theoretical, practical and experiential - surveys anumber of the healing and treatment modalities (many of which come from other cultures), ancient forms of healing, or recentlydeveloped holistic modalities, including: therapeutic touch; bioenergetics; faith healing; psychic healing; acupuncture and acupressure; hypnosis; breathwork; prayer; meditation; visualization; intuition; affirmation; music; vibro-tactile stimulation; technologies for creating; fundamental choices; empowerment; nutrition; massage; bibliotherapy; forgiveness; energy fields; altered states of consciousness, etc. An introduction to the fields of psychoneuroimmunology and behavioral medicine and to major cutting-edge ideas in the health professions; suggests ways to integrate into counseling practice some of the insights and understandings that come from "alternative modes."
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An introduction to the field of spiritual (pastoral) care and counseling today. Examines both the expanding theory in this area of practice and teaches skills to facilitate spiritual health.
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3.00 Credits
Basic skills necessary for counseling in a multicultural society. Listening skills, reflection of feeling, confrontation, interpretation, diagnostic interviewing, and crisis intervention are discussed, demonstrated, and practiced. Culture, gender, and sexual orientation variables are addressed in the context of the intentionality of the interviewing process. Students are expected to participate actively in exercises, to role play, and to engage in a process of self-understanding and self-assessment.
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3.00 Credits
This course will examine and explore the impact of crisis and trauma on individuals (both children and adult), families, and society as a whole. The course will explore the four varieties of crises: developmental, situational, existential, and environmental. Various models of crisis intervention, like the six-step model of crisis intervention, the LAPC model, Roberts' seven-step model, Van Der Kolk's studieson PSTD, abreactive techniques, cognitive-behavioral interventions, EMDR, and exposure techniques such as desensitization and imagery interventions.
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