Course Descriptions--M.S. Counseling Program

Psychology / 08

603 Advanced Educational Psychology (3 hours)

Studies theories of development, cognition and learning, motivation and intelligence. The primary emphasis is upon the application of psychological principles and issues to classroom situations in elementary and secondary schools. (SS)

605 Social & Cultural Foundations of Counseling (3 hours)

The impact of a variety of social forces and realities which impinge upon the person in society. Topics include: the role of men, the role of women, urban and rural lifestyles, environmental factors, divorce, and cross-cultural issues in psychotherapy. (F)
Prerequisites: 08-601; 08-611

623 Advanced Child and Adolescent Psychology (3 hours)

Surveys the comprehensive theoretical and applied areas of development related to the physical-neurological, intellectual, learning, cognitive, and social-emotional growth patterns of the child from conception through late childhood. (F)

636 Methods in Research (3 hours)

An examination of methods used by behavioral scientists to conduct research. Students will be required to use these methods to evaluate published research and to design a research component for the degree. (S) Prerequisite: 08-613

520 Drug Prevention and Education in Schools (3 hours)

Prepares the classroom teacher to become an effective drug-education facilitator. The emphasis is on methods and techniques useful in helping youth develop a positive self-concept, improve communication skills, clarify value issues
and assimilate information regarding drug issues.Suggested prerequisite: Psych 08-103. (F)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

This course is designed to help the student develop counseling skills prior to participating in
a practicum at a school. Students will prepare audio and/or video tapes of actual and simulated
counseling sessions. The practicum will include experience in both individual and group counseling. This course should be taken as close to the end of the student’s program as possible, and yet may not be taken the same trimester as the actual field practicum itself. Prerequisites: SCGD 68-570, 610, 640 and permission of advisor. (F)

610 Counseling Theory and Techniques (3 hours)

This course examines several of the major counseling theories in terms of their goals, basic
concepts, and philosophical underpinnings. Practical applications as well as contemporary issues related to counseling are presented. Prerequisite: SCGD 68-570. (F)

628 Supervised Practice in Elementary/Secondary School Guidance (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

629 Practicum in Elementary School Guidance (3-6 hours)

Must be taken singularly and as last course in program. Provides a supervised counseling and
guidance experience in an elementary school, secondary school, or related setting. The school
experience provides students an opportunity to practice, develop, demonstrate, and refine counselor skills and competencies. Students are placed at grade levels which are compatible with their intended level of certification. Prerequisites: SCGD 68-628, field practicum application
and consent of advisor. (F, S)

630 Practicum in Secondary School Guidance (3-6 hours)

Must be taken singularly and as last course in program. Provides a supervised counseling and
guidance experience in an elementary school, secondary school, or related setting. The school
experience provides students an opportunity to practice, develop, demonstrate, and refine counselor skills and competencies. Students are placed at grade levels which are compatible with their intended level of certification. Prerequisites: SCGD 68-628, field practicum application
and consent of advisor. (F, S)

636 Methods in Research (3 hours)

An examination of methods used by school counselors to conduct research. Students will be
required to use these methods to evaluate published research and to design a research component for the degree. (S)

639 Research Project (1-3 hours)

A research project is conducted under the supervision of the departmentally-assigned advisor.
Prerequisite: SCGD 63-636 or concurrent enrollment. (F, S, SS)

640 Group Counseling Techniques (3 hours)

Studies the rationale and methodology of guidance and counseling groups from the departmental perspective. Group processes and techniques appropriate for elementary and secondary school settings are demonstrated. The class also offers an opportunity for individual growth through the group experience. Prerequisite: SCGD 68-610. (S)

652 Group Appraisal (3 hours)

An introduction for guidance counselors covering the broad area of measurement, including an examination of psychoeducational appraisal methods. Selection, administration, scoring, interpretation, and avoidance of bias in the use of group
appraisals are studied. Prerequisite: SCGD 68-570. (F)

654 Occupational and Educational Information (3 hours)

Reviews current trends in career development. Studies theoretical approaches to educational and career planning and integrates these with career counseling and guidance practices. Prerequisites: SCGD 68-570 and Psych 08-603.
(SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

570 Principles and Practices of the K-12 Guidance Program (3 hours)

Provides a general orientation to the roles and functions of the K-12 school counselor. Developmental guidance and counseling are examined. Prerequisites: Senior or graduate standing and consent of advisor. (SS)

655 Topics and Projects in Guidance
(1-4 hours)
Designed for individualized exploration and study
of various areas in guidance programs and to
build additional skills and accumulate knowledge
which advisors and students feel is needed. Requires
consent of program coordinator. (F, S, SS)
660 Organizational and Administration
of Guidance Programs (3 hours)
A study of the practical problems fundamental to
the establishment of comprehensive school guidance
programs. Topics include: group guidance,
systems support, individual planning, responsive
services, evaluation processes, and reporting techniques.
Prerequisites: SCGD 68-570, 610, 640
and testing courses. (SS)
671 Student Appraisal (3 hours)
Covers the basic psychometric criteria for appropriate
appraisal, reading and interpreting psychological
reports, the principles of selection of cognitive
and non-cognitive appraisal instruments,
and the federal and state regulations for placement
in special education. Prerequisites: Psych
08-652 and 603. (SS)
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