Schedule of Classes

Studies that provide an understanding of the nature and needs of persons at all developmental levels and in multicultural contexts, including common theories, neurobiological behavior, models of resiliency, exceptional abilities, factors that affect normal and abnormal behavior, and wellness over the life span. Experiential activities emphasize personal contact and on-site work with people of different ages and stages of physical and psychological development.

Independent study in a selected area related to educational goals.

Theories and etiology of addictions and addictive behaviors, including strategies for prevention, intervention, and treatment.

Understanding and application of theories of multicultural counseling and models of diversity in establishing effective helping relationships based on knowledge of issues and trends in a multicultural society.

Analysis of the effects of legal and social change on lives of young people and on the work of educators and other helping professionals; focus on selected issues of legal and social change with diverse populations.

A survey course introducing the counseling profession as the promotion of human development, including an overview of the historical and philosophical development of the field, a survey of relevant skills, client population, and settings. Required of all students preparing to become leaders in the profession of counseling.

The study of ethical standards of professional organizations and credentialing bodies, and application of ethical and legal considerations in professional counseling. Ethical decision-making and critical thinking are emphasized and practiced.

An overview of responses to crises of various types including those that are more individual, those that affect families, and those that have wider impact for entire communities. When these crises occur, normal problem-solving methods are typically insufficient to address the level of emotional and social difficulties involved. Practical intervention techniques are practiced and opportunities to observe people in the field are offered.

Special problems, area, or current issues in human service administration.