A study of the etiology, treatment and prognosis of various disabling conditions. Emphasis will be placed on medical information as received in medical reports, and as related to vocational functioning and to the everyday psychological and social adjustment problems associated with disability.

A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available.

A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available.

A directed seminar in an area of counseling. The specific focus will depend upon research underway, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available.

An introduction to mood and mind-altering substances and related issues designed to provide an overview of the physical, psychological, and sociocultural effects of psychoactive substance use and abuse. Topics include the history of psyhcoactive substances, pharmacokinetics, models of addition, patterns of use, diagnostic and treatment information, cultural perspectives, sociopolitical issues, prevention and education.

Studies focusing on the history and philosophy of rehabilitation counseling, noting federal legislation concerning vocational rehabilitation and independent living mandates. Content also focuses on ethical issues in rehabilitation counseling. Further, rehabilitation counseling services provided in various settings and career options for rehabilitation counselors is also explored.

Studies that provide an understanding of the professional functioning of counselors including history and philosophy of the profession, professional roles, functions, and relationships with other human service providers, professional organizations, professional credentialing, the role of the professional counselor in advocating on behalf of the profession and ethical standards of ACA and CRCC highlighting applications of ethical and legal considerations in professional counseling.

Studies that provide an understanding of the cultural context of relations, issues, and trends in a multicultural and diverse society related to such factors as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, mental and physical characteristics, education, family values, religious and spiritual values, socioeconomic status and unique characteristics of individual, couples, families, ethnic groups, and communities including strategies for working with diverse populations and ethnic groups and communities including strategies for working with diverse populations and ethnic groups, counselors' roles in social justice, advocacy and conflict resolution, cultural self-awareness, the nature of biases and prejudices, process of intentional and unintentional oppression and discrimination, and theories of multicultural counseling and identity development.

A study of the DSM-V-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 5th Edition -Text Revised) and the mild to severe behavioral disorders found therein. Students will learn about the etiology, treatment, and prognosis of various mental health diagnoses, gain a broad knowledge regarding psychological disorders, dysfunctional behaviors, and appropriate diagnostic and treatment options for these diagnoses, as well as develop a foundational comprehension regarding the diagnostic classification system, etiology, assessment, and treatment of mental health diagnoses. Both the history of mental health as well as the current research will be examined.

Studies that provide an understanding of career development and related life factors including career development theories, related assessment techniques and instruments, the career counseling process (i.e., career and educational planning, placement, follow-up, and evaluation), and collaboration with employers/education institutions.

Studies that provide an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation, including basic concepts of standardized and non-standardized testing, other assessment techniques including norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessment, environmental assessment, performance assessment, individual and group test and inventory methods, behavioral observations and computer-managed and computer-assisted methods, statistical concepts including reliability and validity, strategies for selecting, administering, and interpreting assessment and evaluation instruments and techniques in counseling, and ethical and legal considerations.

A comparative study of the major theories of counseling, stressing their philosophical views of mankind, assumptions, techniques, strengths, and weaknesses. Students will explore their own inclinations toward given theories so that they may begin to develop their own theoretical toolkit.

A study and assessment of addiction disorders and related treatment planning approaches with an overview of evidenced based intervention techniques and treatment strategies. Group as well as individual facilitation skills and meeting cultural issues in the individual/group settings will be addressed.

Studies that provide an understanding of counseling and consultation process, including: counselor and consultant characteristics and behaviors that influence helping processes, verbal and nonverbal behaviors and personal characteristics, orientations, and skills; the development of a therapeutic relationship, establishment of appropriate counseling goals, designing of intervention strategies, evaluation of client outcomes, and success termination of the professional relationship. Studies will also facilitate student self-awareness so that the counselor-client relationship is therapeutic, and the counselor maintains appropriate professional boundaries. Students will begin to develop a personal model of counseling as well as establish a general framework for understanding and practicing consultation. Integration of technological strategies and applications within counseling and consultation processes will be explored, including ethical and legal considerations, the process, application and implementation of technology assisted counseling/therapy, the integration of ethical and social responsibility, current standards of practice for distance delivery and appropriateness of services with diverse individuals, relationships, and families.

A course to gain an understanding of the historical development of family systems theory and the major contributors of the theory and practice of family therapy, to demonstrate a working knowledge of the major theoretical concepts that are foundational to the field of family therapy. An examination of systems framework and the influence of family forms on family functioning.

Studies that provide both theoretical and experiential understandings of group purpose, development, dynamics, counseling theories, group counseling methods and skills, and other group approaches, including principles of group dynamics (e.g., group process components, developmental stage theories, group members' roles and behaviors, therapeutic factors of group work), group leadership styles and approaches, theories of group counseling, group counseling methods, approaches used for other types of group work, professional preparation standards for group leaders, and ethical and legal considerations.

A study of the process, application and implementation of technology assisted counseling/therapy that meets state academic requirements for the distance delivery of clinical services. Areas of study will include the integration of ethical and social responsibility, current standards or practice for distance delivery and appropriateness of services with diverse individuals, relationships, and families.

Study of theory, research, and practice issues pertaining to psychopharmacology for non-medical practitioners. An introduction to behavioral psychopharmacology. Considerable attention is given to general principals of pharmacology as applied to the nervous system. Instruction is focused on broad principles and the activity of classes of drugs.

An examination and application of the case management process from conceptualization to resolution including complete case recording and documentation, principles of caseload management, and techniques for working with individuals with limited English proficiency or varied communication methods. Studies will highlight principles, models, and documentation formats for biopsychosocial case conceptualization and treatment planning, in addition to negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution strategies. Students will also understand and address institutional and social barriers that impeded access, equity, and success for clients.

Independent study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit.

Independent study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit.

Independent study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit.

Independent study courses are intended for graduate students who have the interest and the ability to investigate a topic not covered in the graduate courses available in their major field of study. The topic, format, and specific requirements of each independent study project must be approved in writing by the supervising instructor, graduate advisor, and program director prior to enrollment for independent study credit.

The practicum totals a minimum of 100 clock hours including 40 hours of direct service with clients, including experience in individual counseling and group work; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual and/or triadic supervision which occurs regularly over a minimum of one academic term by a program faculty member or a supervisor working under the supervision of a program, faculty member; an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision that is provided on a regular schedule over the course of the student's practicum by a program faculty member or a supervisor under the supervision of a program faculty member, and evaluation of the student's performance throughout the practicum including a formal evaluation after the student completes the practicum.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

The Internship(s) requires the minimum of supervised 600 total clock hours that is begun after the completion of the practicum. The internship includes 240 total hours of direct service with clients appropriate to the program of study; weekly interaction with an average of one hour per week of individual an/or triadic supervision, throughout the internship(s), (usually performed by the on-site supervisor); an average of 1.5 hours per week of group supervision provided on a regular schedule throughout the internship, usually performed by a program faculty member; the opportunity for the student to become familiar with a variety of professional activities in addition to direct service (record keeping, supervision, information and referral, in-service and staff meetings); the student develops program-appropriate audio and/or videotapes of student's interactions with clients for use in supervision; the opportunity to gain supervised experience in the use of a variety of professional resources such as assessment instruments, technologies, print and non-print media, professional literature, and research, and a formal evaluation of the student's performance during the internship be a program faculty member in consultation with the site supervisor.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate.

Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor. Successful completion of the thesis study and written document is required for those choosing this option (as opposed to passing the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor examination) in order to graduate.