COUN5002 Core Lifespan Development for the Counseling Professions 4 quarter credits Learners examine theories and principles of lifespan development to include biological, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral frameworks. Learners analyze the diverse contexts that support typical and adaptive development in all stages of life, and are exposed to current research and knowledge in the field. Must be taken during the learner's first quarter. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. 4 quarter credits
COUN5217 Core Ethical and Legal Issues in Professional Counseling 4 quarter credits Learners evaluate current legal and ethical guidelines used in the counseling profession. Learners apply decision-making models and formulate effective collaboration strategies used to resolve legal and ethical issues that arise when working with children, adults, couples, and families in a variety of treatment settings. Learners also analyze how personal belief systems can influence counselors¿ responses to those issues. Prerequisite: BS in Psychology Pre-Counseling and Therapy learners require special permission for registration (Student Group UCOU) and must have completed PSYC3700 or PSYC4700 and PSYC4101 with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. 4 quarter credits
COUN5239 Core Theories of the Counseling Profession 4 quarter credits Learners investigate various theories of psychotherapy and their respective philosophical principles and assumptions. Learners evaluate the theoretical concepts and evidence-based practices of psychotherapy and examine appropriate application of theories and interventions to a diverse client population. 4 quarter credits
COUN5279 Core Life Planning and Career Development 4 quarter credits Learners develop foundational knowledge and skills applicable to career counseling and development. Learners analyze theoretical models of career development as they relate to client interests, aptitudes, personalities, traits, values, and work preferences. In addition, learners explore the ways in which social interests, family relationships, cultural facets, and developmental factors and circ*mstances resulting from life transitions relate to career development across the lifespan. Learners also discuss legal and ethical issues associated with career counseling practice. Prerequisite: BS in Psychology Pre-Counseling and Therapy learners require special permission for registration (Student Group UCOU) and must have completed PSYC3700 or PSYC4700 and PSYC4101 with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. 4 quarter credits
COUN5336 Core Counseling and Advocacy with Diverse Populations 4 quarter credits Learners engage with theory, research, and models that inform ethical and culturally competent counseling and social justice advocacy in a variety of settings. Learners analyze counseling theories and evidence-based practices that emphasize the relevance of multicultural counseling and advocacy roles of counselors. Throughout the course, learners investigate cultural assumptions, values, counselor credibility, prejudice, and racism within the counseling context. Learners identify their own overt and covert beliefs, and messages around cultural characteristics to determine how these experiences might influence the counseling process. In addition, learners gain an understanding of the role of the counselor and advocate in promoting social justice at multiple levels Prerequisite: BS in Psychology Pre-Counseling and Therapy learners require special permission for registration (Student Group UCOU) and must have completed PSYC3700 or PSYC4700 and PSYC4101 with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. 4 quarter credits
COUN5106 Core Assessment, Tests, and Measures 4 quarter credits Learners examine the assessment process and how tests and measures are used in counseling. Learners also explore the evolution of assessment methods, testing strategies and interpretation, and fundamental measurement constructs. 4 quarter credits
COUN5280 Core Introduction to School Counseling 4 quarter credits Learners gain an understanding of the profession of school counseling. Learners examine the history and development of school counseling; investigate ethical and legal requirements for school counselors; explore the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model and service delivery systems, including specific programs and interventions; and analyze the multiple roles and functions of school counselors with various stakeholders. 4 quarter credits
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COUN-R5861 Residency The Counseling Relationship: Concepts and Skills 4 quarter credits In this first residency, learners gain an understanding of clinical skills practice through coursework and a face-to-face residency. During the face-to-face residency, learners analyze, develop, and demonstrate counseling concepts and skills. This course requires a time commitment after the face-to-face residency beyond the online course activities. For MS in Addiction Studies, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and MS in School Counseling learners only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite: MS in Addiction Studies learners must have completed ADD5217, ADD5336, COUN5260. MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling learners must have completed COUN5217; COUN5223; COUN5239 or COUN5830; COUN5279; COUN5336. MS in School Counseling learners must have completed COUN5217; COUN5239 or COUN 5812; COUN5279; COUN5280; COUN5336. 4 quarter credits
COUN5420 Core Child and Adolescent Psychopathology 4 quarter credits Learners examine common characteristics, risk factors, and warning signs of mental health and behavioral disorders affecting children and adolescents. Learners also critically evaluate diagnostic models, methods, and approaches and explore current DSM classifications and diagnostic issues related to children and adolescents. In addition, learners investigate the impact of common medications on learning, behavior, and mood in children and adolescents. 4 quarter credits
Core COUN5238: Crisis Assessment and Intervention - Core 4 quarter credits
COUN5422 Core Counseling for College and Career Readiness 4 quarter credits In this course, learners examine models of P-12 comprehensive career development. Learners also evaluate developmentally appropriate interventions and assessments that enhance career readiness, improve graduation rates, and promote equity in student achievement and college access. Prerequisite: COUN5279, COUN-R5861. 4 quarter credits
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Core COUN5241: Group Counseling and Psychotherapy - Core 4 quarter credits
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COUN-R5863 Residency The Advanced Counseling Relationship: Concepts, Skills, and Approaches 4 quarter credits In this second residency, learners build upon clinical skills practice and group counseling. Learners analyze, develop, and demonstrate advanced counseling concepts, skills, and approaches during their face-to- face residency. This course requires a time commitment after the face-to-face residency beyond the online course activities. For MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and MS in School Counseling learners only. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. Prerequisite: COUN5106, COUN5238, COUN5241, COUN-R5861. MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling learners must have completed COUN5107, COUN5225. MS in School Counseling learners must have completed COUN5420. 4 quarter credits
COUN5007 Core Research Methods for the Counseling Professions 4 quarter credits Learners gain an understanding of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method approaches to counseling research and program evaluation. Learners apply graduate-level approaches to research methodology for the counseling profession. 4 quarter credits
COUN5284 Core School Counseling Program Development and Evaluation 4 quarter credits Learners gain a comprehensive understanding of development of school counseling programs and services, and the data-driven decision-making and accountability needed to sustain them. Learners utilize evidence-based school counseling practices to investigate the needs, determine interventions and evaluate programs using the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model as a framework. Prerequisite: COUN5239 or COUN5812; COUN5241; COUN-R5861. 4 quarter credits
COUN6102 Practicum School Counseling Practicum 4 quarter credits The school counseling practicum is a supervised experience during which learners practice specific counseling skills, including interviewing, assessment, intervention, documentation, and consultation in a school counseling setting. Learners use fundamental communication and interviewing counseling approaches that promote student and school success. This course requires 100 hours of practicum experience, which must consist of no less than 40 hours of direct student contact, and no less than 12 hours of face-to-face individual and/or triadic supervision with site supervisors. For MS in School Counseling learners only. Grading for this course is S/NS. It is the learner¿s responsibility to research and comply with the specific practicum and licensing or credentialing requirements of their states. Prerequisite(s): COUN5007, COUN5284, COUN-R5863, completion of or concurrent registration in COUN5422 with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. 4 quarter credits
COUN6121 Internship Internship for School Counseling 1 5 quarter credits This is the first course in a sequence of two required school counseling internship courses during which learners engage in the comprehensive work experience of a school counselor. Learners complete 600 total required contact hours comprised of a minimum of 240 hours of direct service contact with students, families, and other stakeholders, and 20 hours of face-to-face individual and/or triadic supervision with site supervisors. Throughout this internship, learners develop and apply a broad spectrum of counseling skills in a school setting. Learners create and deliver programs that address students¿ academic, social/emotional, career, and developmental needs to assist students and parents during all phases of the educational process. The internship provides opportunities for learners to become familiar with a variety of professional activities and resources, including record keeping, assessment, supervision, consultation, referral, in-service training, and staff meetings. For MS in School Counseling learners only. Special permission is required for registration. Grading for this course is S/NS. It is the learner¿s responsibility to research and comply with the specific practicum and licensing or credentialing requirements of their states. Prerequisite(s): COUN5422, COUN6102, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. 5 quarter credits
COUN6122 Internship Internship for School Counseling Internship 2 5 quarter credits This is the second course in a sequence of two required school counseling internship courses during which learners engage in the comprehensive work experience of a school counselor. Learners complete 600 total required contact hours comprised of a minimum of 240 hours of direct service contact with students, families, and other stakeholders, and 20 hours of face-to-face individual and/or triadic supervision with site supervisors. Throughout this internship, learners develop and apply a broad spectrum of counseling skills in a school setting. Learners create and deliver programs that address students¿ academic, social/emotional, career, and developmental needs to assist students and parents during all phases of the educational process. The internship provides opportunities for learners to become familiar with a variety of professional activities and resources, including record keeping, assessment, supervision, consultation, referral, in-service training, and staff meetings. For MS in School Counseling learners only. Grading for this course is S/NS. It is the learner¿s responsibility to research and comply with the specific practicum and licensing or credentialing requirements of their states. Prerequisite(s): COUN6121, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer. 5 quarter credits
