Course Descriptions
COUNSELING (COU)
6301. Theories of Counseling 3 hours
An introduction to the techniques and theories of counseling emphasizing the issues involved in being a helping professional, the development of basic counseling skills, and theories of counseling and psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, existential, person-centered, cognitive, behavioral, and systems approaches.
6302. Lifespan/ Human Growth and Development 3 hours
This course covers biological, cognitive, social, and emotional development across the lifespan. Multicultural issues and applications of the material to counseling situations will be discussed.
6303. Techniques of Appraisal and Assessment 3 hours
An in-depth investigation of the theories, principles and practice of psychological testing. Students gain practical experience with test item development, test format development and statistical analysis as well as an overview of established tests of personality and ability. The appropriate role of counselors and psychological testing in business, counseling and clinical applications are considered.
6304. Multicultural/ Cross-Cultural Counseling 3 hours
Prerequisite: COU 6301
An examination of factors relevant to successful counseling with different populations within a culturally diverse society. Counselor characteristics and attitude are examined as well as strategies for developing cultural competence.
6305. Advanced Human Sexuality and Sexual Dysfunctions 3 hours
Biological, psychological, and social factors influencing the development of both sexual health and sexual dysfunctions are examined. Particular attention is given to causation and treatment of paraphilias and dysfunctions from a cross-cultural perspective.
6306. Research Methodology and Program Evaluation 3 hours
The course focuses on clinical research methodology and applying these tools in the evaluation of programs. The class will focus on clinical research topics including: issues of validity, single-case research design, group designs, assessment methods, statistics, and ethical issues. In addition, students will learn to plan a program evaluation, develop measures, and apply clinical research methodology. By the end of the course, students should be able to design and implement an effective program evaluation.
6307. Career Development & Assessment 3 hours
A study of the theories and assessment techniques currently used in career guidance and development.
6308. Advanced Counseling and Crisis Skills 3 hours
A study of the current theories and methods of advanced therapy techniques, and the use of medications in the treatment of abnormal behaviors.
6309. Ethical and Professional Conduct for Counselors 3 hours
An introduction to the ethical standards and codes of conduct that are essential for professional behavior. Guidelines from professional organizations such as the American Psychological Association, the American Mental Health Counselors Association, and the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors are examined and applied using the case study approach.
6310. Advanced
Psychopathology 3 hours
A survey of the basic concepts of neurochemistry, psychopharmacology, diagnosis, and treatment of abnormal behaviors.
6311. Marriage & Family Counseling 3 hours
A study of the historical development and the current theories in marriage and family therapy, with emphasis upon treatment planning in marital and family counseling.
6312. Group Counseling 3 hours
A study of the current theories and techniques in group therapy, including the dynamics of interpersonal relationship and the social, diagnostic, and other factors that impact group psychotherapy.
6313. Counseling Children and Adolescents 3 hours
A study of the major therapy schools of thought as they apply to counseling children and adolescents, including psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, and systems approaches. Students will also become aware of developmental, sociocultural, ethical and professional issues related to counseling children and adolescents.
6314. Professional Identity and Prepracticum Skills 3 hours
A group based experience designed to foster the development of interpersonal skills and self awareness through self-disclosure and feedback. This course will provide the opportunity to explore issues that may affect the counseling process with in a culturally diverse group setting.
6315. Mental Health Clinical Practicum I 3 hours
Supervised field experience in mental health counseling. Students will complete and log practicum hours, and will participate in individual supervision with a field supervisor, as well as group supervision with other students, supervised by a faculty member.
6316. Mental Health Clinical Practicum II 3 hours
Supervised field experience in mental health counseling. Students will complete and log practicum hours, and will participate in individual supervision with a field supervisor, as well as group supervision with other students, supervised by a faculty member.
2007 Graduation Reception
