HDCO - Human Devel Counseling

HDCO 502 Cnsl Ethic Prof Orient: 2 Credits (2 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (Su) This course will prepare the student with a strong orientation to professional and ethical issues as they apply to counseling. Contents of the course will examine historical aspects of counseling professions, professional counseling roles, professional organizations, consultation models, professional preparation standards, and credentialing. It will also introduce appropriate ethical codes for conduct and study case studies representing ethical dilemmas a counselor may face in schools, agencies, and private practice

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Students will be able to articulate the philosophy and history of the counseling profession.
Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance and benefit of professional memberships.
Students will understand the legal and ethical issues relevant to the counseling profession.
Students will begin to recognize their own personal issues that impact their work as a professional and ethical counselor.
Students will be able to identify and recognize legal and ethical dilemmas using case studies.
Students will be able to choose an appropriate course of action for the cases presented in class demonstrating an understanding of the legal and ethical principles involved.

HDCO 503 Prof Issues in Counseling: 3 Credits (3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (F) This course focuses on providing students with an understanding of the professional identity and roles of the counselor in prevention, consultation, crisis management, specialization, public policy, legal and ethical issues unique to working with schools, families, and community organizations

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Identify the role and process of the professional counselor advocating on behalf of the profession (CACREP 2.F.1.d.)
Describe the multiple professional roles and functions of counselors across specialty areas, and their relationships with human service and integrated behavioral health care systems, including interagency and interorganizational collaboration and consultation (CACREP 2.F.1.b)
Discuss the counselors’ roles and responsibilities as members of interdisciplinary community outreach and emergency management response teams. (CACREP 2.F.1.c.)
Identify the role and process of the professional counselor advocating on behalf of the profession (CACREP 2.F.1.d.)
Identify and apply advocacy processes needed to address institutional and social barriers that impede access, equity, and success for clients (CACREP 2.F.1.e.)
Recognize professional counseling organizations, including membership benefits, activities, services to members, and current issues (CACREP 2.F.1.f.)
Recognize professional counseling credentialing, including certification, licensure, and accreditation practices and standards, and the effects of public policy on these issues (CACREP 2.F.1.g.) \\n

HDCO 505 Professional Issues in School Counseling: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (F) Presentation of professional and ethical issues in school counseling. Group discussion and various experiential activities will provide students with numerous opportunities to understand current issues and trends in the field of school counseling

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Students will be able to articulate the philosophy and history of the counseling profession.
Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance and benefit of professional memberships.
Students will understand the legal and ethical issues relevant to the counseling profession.\\n
Students will begin to recognize their own personal issues that impact their work as a professional and ethical counselor.
Students will be able to identify and recognize legal and ethical dilemmas using case studies.\\n
Students will be able to choose an appropriate course of action for the cases presented in class demonstrating an understanding of the legal and ethical principles involved.

HDCO 506 School Counseling Programs: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (Su) Foundations of the school counseling profession including historical and conceptual perspectives of the field, and the knowledge and skills necessary to be a professional school counselor. Particular emphasis will be placed on a thorough understanding of planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive school counseling programs

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Understand the history of the school counseling profession, the evolution of the programmatic model of school counseling, and the need for collaboration, consultation, and assessment strategies in working with students, families, schools, post-secondary, and communities. (1 a-e • 2 a, b, f)
Demonstrate their knowledge and skills through the design and development of a comprehensive school counseling program that is based upon state and national models of school counseling programs. \\n(1 b, c • 2 f • 3 a-c, l, n, o
Advance their understanding of student well-being and development, specifically academic, career, and personal (interpersonal and intrapersonal) development. (1 e • 2 c • 3 d-g, i-l)
Understand the value and interactions among professional organizations (including preparation standards and credentials), legislative policies, and the legal/ethical issues as they affect the school counseling profession. (2 d, j, l-n • 3 n)
Explore strategies for individual and group counseling, crisis and emergency management, referrals for students and/or their families, student planning, program standards, guidance curriculum design, lesson planning, and student advocacy. (2 e, f • 3 b-f, h, i-l, o)\\n
Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to implement and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program. (1 e • 3 b, n. o)
Demonstrate understanding of school counseling research, basic statistics, and appraisal concepts as they pertain to an educational setting. (1 a, b, d, e • 2 a • 3 b, c, n, o)

HDCO 508 Counseling Theories I: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (Su) Students will learn a wide range of systems theories used in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals, couples, children, and families

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Learn to identify counselor/client behaviors and characteristics that influence helping processes in a multicultural society including age, gender, ethnic differences, verbal and nonverbal behaviors, personal characteristics, orientations and skills (CACREP G.5.b)
Acquire essential interviewing and counseling skills, so that the student is able to develop a therapeutic relationship, establish appropriate goals, design intervention strategies, evaluate client outcome, and successfully terminate the counselor-client relationship. ; (CACREP G.5.c)
Engage in self-exploration and increase self-awareness, so that the counselor-client relationship is therapeutic and the counselor maintains appropriate professional boundaries.

HDCO 510 Counseling Theories II: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (F) This course provides an overview of the major counseling theories and practical applications with various populations. Teaching modalities will include lecture, class discussion, study of taped counseling sessions, and small group interaction

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Examine the historical development of counseling theories
Identify counseling theory construction and the belief systems that underlie each position
Explore theory in relation to the nature of humankind
Research the literature on various counseling perspectives using computer skills and be able to identify and to describe the differences, similarities, and history of each theory
Apply theoretical material to “SELF” and to case studies
Articulate their own theoretical position regarding the nature of human existence the causes of psychological dysfunction, and the types of intervention which may be effective with people who are experiencing affective, cognitive, and behavioral difficulties
Discuss the nature of humankind, critiquing and expanding on various viewpoints (including their own) without provoking or entering into defensiveness;
Explore and experience the enterprise of linking theory with practice
Confront their own meaning, motivation, and existences
Develop a personal model of counseling.

HDCO 521 Counseling Skills Lab: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 502 and graduate standing in counseling program. (F) Students will learn, practice, and apply basic counseling skills in preparation for their practicum experience

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Identify counselor/client behaviors and characteristics that influence helping processes in a multicultural society including age, gender, ethnic differences, verbal and nonverbal behaviors, personal characteristics, orientations and skills (CACREP G.5.b)
Acquire essential interviewing and counseling skills, so that the student is able to develop a therapeutic relationship, establish appropriate goals, design intervention strategies, evaluate client outcome, and successfully terminate the counselor-client relationship. ; (CACREP G.5.c)
Engage in self-exploration and increase self-awareness, so that the counselor-client relationship is therapeutic and the counselor maintains appropriate professional boundaries.

HDCO 522 Group Counseling: 3 Credits (2 Lec, 1 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 502 and graduate standing in counseling program. (F) The following information will be covered in relation to group counseling: theories, research, developmental stages, therapeutic factors, leadership functions, consultation and ethics. Use of leadership skills in structured and unstructured groups will be practiced

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Identify principles of group dynamics, including group process components, developmental stage theories, group members’ roles and behaviors, and therapeutic factors of group work (CACREP G.6.a.), as well as group dynamics (SC CACREP C5).
Describe and discuss different types of groups: psychoeducational, task, and therapy; and understand how to develop a preventative program in a group counseling format (CACREP MH C3; SC C1; MFC D1).
Identify group leadership or facilitation styles and approaches, including characteristics of various types of group leaders and leadership styles (CACREP G.6.b.)
Apply theories of group counseling to their work, and discuss commonalities, distinguishing characteristics, and pertinent research and literature (CACREP G.6.c.)
Demonstrate group counseling methods, including group counselor orientations and behaviors, describe appropriate selection criteria and methods, and employ methods of evaluation regarding effectiveness (CACREP G.6.d.)
Identify and demonstrate knowledge of ethical principles connected to facilitation of group work.
Understand multicultural counseling issues and demonstrates culturally responsive use of counseling methods, as well as how culture informs trends related to policy and program development (CACREP SC E3,4; MH D5; E.1,3; MFC E.3).
Understand how to evaluate group counseling programs to enhance effectiveness and can apply research findings to inform practice, develop measurable outcomes, and effectively use gathered data. (CACREP SC I.1-3; MH I.1,2; MH J. 1-3; MFC I. 1-2; MFC J.1-3).

HDCO 524 Crisis Counseling: Theory and Practice: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program; HDCO 508 and 510. (Sp) The study of crisis counseling theories, strategies, and models, as well as principles of trauma recovery and trauma informed counseling

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Conceptualize the impact of crises, disasters, and other traumatic events on individuals, communities, schools, marriages, couples, families, and households.
Learn how to utilize an emergency management system within clinical mental health agencies and in the community.
Conceptualize the principles of crisis intervention for people during crises, disasters, and other traumatic events, and integrate this knowledge with their theoretical orientation and approach to counseling
Demonstrate the ability to use procedures for assessing and managing suicide risk. ; Students will be able to recognize specific problems (e.g., addictive behaviors, domestic violence, suicide risk, immigration) and interventions that can enhance family system functioning.
Apply the appropriate use of diagnosis during a crisis, disaster, or other traumatic event.
Apply the stages of trauma recovery to their counseling practice and learn how to integrate this model into interventions and treatment planning.

HDCO 525 Counsel Child & Adolescents: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 508 and graduate standing in counseling program. (Sp) Application of counseling theories and techniques to preschool and school age (K-12) children and their families. A special emphasis will be placed on implementing appropriate intervention strategies according to age, developmental level, and the counseling setting

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examine the historical development of counseling theories
identify counseling theory construction and the belief systems that underlie each position
explore theory in relation to the nature of humankind
research the literature on various counseling perspectives using computer skills and be able to identify and to describe the differences, similarities, and history of each theory
apply theoretical material to “SELF” and to case studies
articulate their own theoretical position regarding the nature of human existence the causes of psychological dysfunction, and the types of intervention which may be effective with people who are experiencing affective, cognitive, and behavioral difficulties
discuss the nature of humankind, critiquing and expanding on various viewpoints (including their own) without provoking or entering into defensiveness;
explore and experience the enterprise of linking theory with practice
confront their own meaning, motivation, and existences
develop a personal model of counseling.

HDCO 526 Adventure Counseling: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Su) Graduate standing in CNSL-MS or SCNS-MED. An introduction to the theory and practice of adventure-based counseling and experiential learning. The course will focus on the goals, concepts, and techniques of adventure work. Students will learn numerous adventure games, problem-solving initiatives, and how to design adventure programs.

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Study the history and theoretical perspectives of adventure-based counseling. (2 l, n • 3 c-f, l, m)
Define and discuss experiential theory and cross reference with other psychological theories
Recognize the role and function of the facilitator in the experiential learning cycle
Become aware of certification, ethics, and professional organizations relevant to the adventure-based\\ncounseling field
Develop skills in the use of metaphors, sequencing, front loading, debriefing, and framing appropriately and\\neffectively.
Design experiential curricula for use with various client populations and settings
Study current research on the experiential field and develop appropriate program evaluations.

HDCO 530 Mind-Body Well-Being Self-Care: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 510 and graduate standing in the counseling program. (Sp) The objectives of this course are two-fold: 1) familiarize students with mind-body, well-being, and self-care interventions; and 2) train students in preventative methods

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Demonstrate the principles of mental health, including prevention, education, and advocacy, as well as the operation of programs and networks that promote mental health in a multicultural society. (MH C1)
Demonstrate knowledge of prevention of mental and emotional disorders and how to implement prevention programs with multicultural competence, as well as how to promote optimal human development and wellness through such activities. (MH C2, D2, D3)
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in integrating the family and community system in the prevention of mental and emotional disorders. (MH C8)
Participate in and demonstrate the principles of preventative work (MH D1) including a focus on mind-body principles and techniques.
Compare and contrast strategies to promote client understanding of and access to a variety of community resources. (MH D4)
Demonstrate knowledge of both self-care strategies and strategies to approach limitations as a clinical mental health counselor, as well as demonstrate how to apply such knowledge. (MH D9)
Apply strategies to support client advocacy, community resources available to support clients, as well as strategies to advocate for policies, programs and services that support well-being and prevention. (MH E4)
Analyze research relevant to mind-body, well-being and self-care, as well as apply research findings to the prevention of mental and emotional disorders. (MH I1, J1, J3)

HDCO 540 Mental Health, Identity Development, and Understanding: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Su) The goal of this course is to set the landscape for the broad practice and scope of the mental health in Montana and beyond. This course lays the groundwork for creating and maintaining an inclusive environment while better understanding our own identities as well as will cover ethics around helping and referring individuals who may need mental health support.

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Describe and summarize the intersection between human growth/development and mental health through the life span.
Discuss and evaluate one's own positionality and identities as it relates to supporting mental health of the people they are helping.
Articulate how multicultural differences influence one's experience of mental health systems.
Assess ethical considerations involved when helping people with prospective mental health concerns.
Recognize and differentiate the difference in roles between a mental health practitioner and other human service providers.

HDCO 541 Introduction to Mental Health Practice: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

(Su) This course will address an introduction to resources, concepts and referral processes involved in the practice of community mental health support. Students can expect to have a good understanding of the concepts around mental health being part of whole health, crisis response (to self-harm, suicidal ideation, and other common mental health concerns), mental health referral processes, and how bias can play a role in how we respond to individuals who may be experiencing mental health concerns.

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Reflect on and explain mental health as a facet of all human beings and the importance of being aware of our own identities and biases\\n
Identify the basics of responding to common mental health concerns and referral processes in a community setting\\n
Identify actions to take if an individual has indicated initiating self-harm or suicidal ideation\\n
Analyze and identify mental health issues that present most frequently within our communities and when working with different people in our individual roles as educators, helpers, etc. \\n
Identify how our own identities/biases can play a role in how we respond to individuals with mental health concerns\\n

HDCO 542 Communication and Helping Skills: 3 Credits ()

(Su) This course will provide students with foundational concepts about basic communications skills for non-licensed helping professionals. This course is focused on having intentional and productive difficult conversations, recognizing concerns, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care.

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Apply culturally responsive communication skills to a variety of situations that students may encounter in their professional experience.
Identify stages of the helping process and demonstrate the basic process of a “helping” conversation.
Reflect on and acknowledge one’s own experience of self-care and implement teaching self-care to others.
Differentiate between healthy communication and setting appropriate boundaries in the helping process.

HDCO 550 Counseling Research and Evaluation: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program; HDCO 502. (Su) This course will provide an understanding of research methods, statistical analysis, needs assessment, and program evaluation as they apply to the field of counseling

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Understand the importance of research in advancing the counseling profession
Learn research methods such as qualitative, quantitative, single-case designs, action research, and outcome-based research
Utilize understanding of statistical methods used in conducting research and program evaluation to evaluate the validity and trustworthiness of research studies.
Apply principles, models, and applications of needs assessment, program evaluation, and the use of findings to effect program modifications
Integrate use of research to inform evidence-based practice
Analyze ethical and culturally relevant strategies for interpreting and reporting the results of research and/or program evaluation studies

HDCO 551 Appraisal: 3 Credits (2 Lec, 2 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 571 and graduate standing in counseling program. (Su) Topics include test standardization, reliability and validity; developing understanding of appraisal instruments and needs assessment used with individuals and systems; using information derived from selected appraisal instruments; and consultation models used when delivering test informtion to individuals and systems

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Identify statistical and psychometric concepts as they apply to assessment and evaluation including: test standardization, validity, reliability, norms, measures of central tendency, standard error of measurement (SEM), standard scores, and percentile scores. (MFC G.1,2; MFC H.1; MH G.1,2,4; MH K.4; SC G.3)
Apply knowledge of assessment/appraisal tools and methods to interpret data and formulate intervention/treatment plans. (MFC G.1,2; MH G.4; SC G.3, SC H3
Identify, apply, analyze, and interpret a variety of formal and informal assessment/appraisal tools and techniques including: observations, behavioral assessments, interviews, inventories, rating scales, self-report inventories, measures of cognitive ability, personality measures, projective assessment, and measures of academic achievement, psychosocial functioning, adaptive behavior, and family and other environmental systems. (MFC G.1,2; MH G.4; SC G.3; SC H.1,2,3)
Successfully select, administer, score and interpret a variety of assessment instruments. (MFC G.2, MFC H.1; MH G.3,4; SC G.3)
Understand the role of assessment in case conceptualization and clinical diagnosis. (MFC H.1, MH G.2,4; SC H.1,2,3)
Demonstrate effective report-writing skills that link assessment results to meaningful implications, recommendations, intervention and/or treatment plans. (MFC H.1, SC H.1,2,3)

HDCO 554 Develop Theory Across Lifespan: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 521 and HDCO 571 and graduate standing in the counseling program. (Sp) An introduction to the complex developmental relationships among individuals in the family across the life span. Systems, developmental, learning and personality theories across the life span are surveyed. Contextual variables on developmental processes are stressed

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Describe theoretical models and issues relevant to human growth and development and apply such knowledge to clinical work as a counselor
Demonstrate an understanding of the major theories of human development and the factors that influence normal and abnormal behavior
Identify community, environmental and institutional factors that influence development
Describe the family life cycle and its implications for human development to their clinical work with individuals, couples,and families
Identify the impact of context and culture on human development and apply this knowledge to clinical work as a counselor
Express an awareness of developmental processes relevant to their own personal development as an individual and a counselor
Application of counseling interventions to facilitate or support optimal growth and development across the lifespan

HDCO 558 Career Counseling: 2 Credits (2 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (Su) This course will prepare the student in the area of career guidance and counseling. Emphasis will be placed on the understanding of career development theories, use of occupational informational sources including computer programs, assessment of the individual and various working environments, and the design of career developmental programs from elementary school through retirement. The student will also be introduced to the impact social issues have on work, leisure and families

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Students will develop: An increased awareness of their own career planning process, identity development, and values
An understanding of career development theories
A beginning competency in administering and interpreting career assessment tools
An understanding of the ethical/legal issues related to career counseling
An increased awareness of the influence of individual, familial, and societal factors, including multicultural and gender issues, on career development
Knowledge of major sources of career information available through the Internet, computer-based guidance systems, community resources, family support and printed materials. The ability to integrate career development theory and assessment results with career counseling interventions

HDCO 563 Multicultural Awareness: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing. (F) This course explores the relationships between social organizations, processes of historical change, social stratification (race, gender, sexuality), individuals and family structure

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Develop an awareness of their attitudes, beliefs, understandings of acculturative experiences; identify biases regarding various social groups and the similarities and differences within and between groups
Demonstrate an understanding of the role and relationships of the individual cultural identity development versus group cultural identity
Increase their knowledge and identify multicultural and pluralistic trends within and among diverse groups
Demonstrate culturally appropriate counseling interventions when working with diverse clients \\n
Uses advocacy to address institutional and societal barriers that impede human development; able to identify micro/macro-level strategies to address social, political and economic barriers of human development
Operationalize the multicultural competencies and culturally appropriate intervention strategies \\n
Demonstrate an understanding of how living in a multicultural society effects clients seeking mental health counseling, career counseling, and students in a school setting
Understand the counselor’s role as a change agent and advocate; understand ethical and legal issues that may arise as they relate to multicultural and social justice advocacy.

HDCO 564 Diagnosis and Mental Health: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (Sp) This course will provide students with conceptual understanding of mental disorders within physiological, developmental, familial, and social cultural contexts. Students will learn how to use DSM diagnosis in the appraisal and differential diagnosis of mental disorders

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Recognize the etiology and principles of the diagnostic process, symptoms, criteria and differential diagnosis using the DSM-5 for the purposes of treatment, referral, and prevention of mental disorders.
Recognize the etiology of substance use disorders and the potential for these disorders to mimic and coexist with a variety of medical and psychological disorders.
Understand and conduct clinical diagnostic evaluations using the DSM-5 system, including diagnostic interviews, mental status examinations and biopsychosocial case conceptualizations
Discuss differential diagnosis with collaborating professionals.
Know relevance and potential biases of commonly used diagnostic tools w/ multicultural populations.
Apply multicultural competencies in the diagnosis of mental and emotional disorders.
Use diagnosis appropriately during crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events. \\n
Apply relevant research findings and analyze and use data to inform the practice and increase the effectiveness of individual, marriage, couple, and family counseling.

HDCO 565 Couples Counseling: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 508 and graduate standing in counseling program. (F) Theoretical foundations and interventions for working with couple relationships, and includes promotion of healthy couple relationships and treatment of couples in crisis and/or transition. Emphasizes gender roles, sexuality, and issues related to intimacy from a systemic perspective

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Select models, theories, or techniques appropriate to couples’ or families’ presenting problems through the use of case studies, as well as applications of systems theory in assessment, conceptualization, treatment planning, and intervention. (CACREP MCFC F1b-f; F3a,c,d)
Plan counseling approaches that use preventative, developmental and wellness approaches in working with couples. (CACREP MCFC F2a-m)
Examine personalization issues related to past relationships to increase understanding of family of origin and intergenerational influences, cultural heritage, socioeconomic status, and other belief systems on couple/relationship development. (CACREP MCFC F2b,f,e,k,m)
Apply research relevant to the practice of marriage and couple counseling and develop measurable outcomes to the practice of couples counseling (CACREP MCFC 3Fa-d)

HDCO 568 Mental Health Methods: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 510 and graduate standing in counseling program. (F) Mental health counseling methods for treatment of mental disorders, including adults with serious mental illness and severely emotionally disturbed children. Appraisal, treatment planning, evidence-based interventions, medications, crisis intervention, case management, consultation, referral, and professional issues/ethics in treatment of DSM disorders

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Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment, diagnostic, treatment, referral and intervention process of mental and emotional disorders. This includes the models, methods and principles of program development and service delivery ; (MHC c.1,2,3; g.1; g.2)
Demonstrate an understanding of the disease concept and etiology of addiction and co-occurring disorders, as well as develop a knowledge foundation of commonly prescribed psychopharmacological medications. (MHC C.4, K3; G3)
Develop an ability to use relevant research and apply it to mental health counseling (MHC I.1)
Demonstrate and evaluate mental health programs and use evidenced based treatments for evaluating counseling outcomes in mental health settings, as well as integrating EBTs into current theories of counseling (MHC I.1,2,3)

HDCO 569 Advanced Family Counseling: 3 Credits (3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 508 and graduate standing in counseling program. (Sp) Advanced theoretical foundations and interventions for the practice of family counseling. Includes current research regarding family counseling and treatment. Emphasizes assessment and interventions for families dealing with mental health diagnoses, substance abuse, sexual abuse, violence, divorce/remarriage, and child/adolescent issues

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Demonstrate an ability to select and apply models and techniques relevant to family counseling.
Demonstrate an ability to use preventative, developmental and wellness oriented models with families.
Articulate the differences between the different family theories and how they will integrate a systems component into their work with families, couples, and individuals.
Demonstrate an ability to integrate preventative, developmental and wellness approaches into their work with families.
Apply skills in interviewing, assessment and case management for working with families, couples and individuals from a system’s perspective.
Apply relevant research findings to inform practice of family counseling.
Develop measureable outcomes for family counseling programs, interventions, and treatments

HDCO 571 Prof Counsel Practicum: 3 Credits (3 Lab)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 508, HDCO 521, graduate standing in counseling program and consent of instructor. (Sp) Supervised clinical practice with individuals, children, families, and groups. Weekly individual and group supervision. -
Repeatable up to 15 credits.

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Demonstrate skills for assessment and treatment planning in a counseling relationship.
Apply knowledge and skills in supervised counseling relationships.
Develop a level of self-awareness, which permits appropriate use of one’s behavior in a counseling relationship.
Develop ability to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies being utilized in the counseling relationship to assess the client’s progress.
Demonstrate skills for intake interviews, assessment instruments, treatment planning, case management and consultation.
Demonstrate ability to utilize theory-based strategies, which will guide the treatment process to facilitate client goals.
Develop professional manner and responsibility.
Demonstrate knowledge of ethical standards and principles with clients, colleagues, and others.
Apply counseling skills in various community settings (e.g., schools, agencies).
Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of cultural differences and diversity with clients and in other (professional, personal) relationships.
Demonstrate an ability to promote optimal human development, wellness, and mental health through a variety of counselor activities.

HDCO 575 Prof Paper/Project: 1-4 Credits (1-4 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program. (F, Sp) A research or professional paper or project dealing with a topic in the field. The topic must have been mutually agreed upon by the student and his or her major adviser and graduate committee
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

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Independent study: student outcomes will vary.

HDCO 588 Professional Development: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing, teaching experience and/or current employment in a counseling organization and consent of instructor. Courses offered on a one-time basis to fulfill professional development needs of in-service educators or counselors. A specific focus is given to each course which is appropriately subtitled. May be repeated
Repeatable up to 3 credits.

HDCO 589 Graduate Consultation: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program and approval of committee chair. (F, Sp, Su) This course may be used only by students who have completed all of their course work (and thesis, if on a thesis plan) but who need additional faculty or staff time or help
Repeatable up to 3 credits.

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apply advanced consultation strategies by analyzing complex cases, formulating intervention plans, and delivering effective consultation services.
demonstrate proficiency in autonomous decision-making within professional contexts.
integrate research findings into their professional practice.\\n\\n

HDCO 591 Special Topics: 1-4 Credits (1-4 Lec)

PREREQUISITE: Upper division courses and others as determined for each offering. Courses not required in any curriculum for which there is a particular one-time need, or given on a trial basis to determine acceptability and demand before requesting a regular course number
Repeatable up to 4 credits.

HDCO 592 Independent Study: 1-3 Credits (1-3 Other)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 508, graduate standing in counseling program and permission of instructor. (F, Sp, Su) Advanced theoretical foundations and interventions for the practice of family therapy. Includes current research regarding family therapy and treatment. Emphasizes assessment and interventions for families dealing with mental health diagnoses, substance abuse, sexual abuse, violence, divorce/remarriage, and child/adolescent issues
Repeatable up to 6 credits.

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Independent Study: Student learning outcomes vary.

HDCO 594 Seminar: 1 Credits (1 Other)

PREREQUISITE: Graduate standing in counseling program or seniors by petition. (F, Sp, Su) Course prerequisites as determined for each offering. Topics offered at the graduate level which are not covered in regular courses. Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material
Repeatable up to 4 credits.

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Outcomes will differ depending on section offered.

HDCO 598 Internship: 1-12 Credits (1-12 Other)

PREREQUISITE: HDCO 571 and graduate standing in counseling program and clinical review. (F, Sp, Su) An individualized assignment arranged with an agency, school or other organization to provide guided experience in the field
Repeatable up to 12 credits.

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Apply theories and models relating to clinical mental health counseling.
Analyze principles, models, and documentation formats of biopsychosocial case conceptualization and treatment planning.
Integrate and summarize the diagnostic process, including differential diagnosis and the use of current diagnostic classification systems, including the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
Conduct intake interview, mental status evaluation, biopsychosocial history, mental health history, and psychological assessment for treatment planning and caseload management.
Practice techniques and interventions for prevention and treatment of a broad range of mental health issues.
Practice intervention and referral strategies for interfacing with integrated behavioral health care professionals
Determine strategies to advocate for persons with mental health issues.