Counselor Education
Courses
EDC 402. Methods-Residence Hall Assistants. 3 Hours
For undergrad students wishing to become Residence Hall Assistants.
EDC 508. Theories of Learning & Human Development. 3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to increase knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and research about learning and development of school-age youth.
EDC 510. Consultation and Family/School Collaboration. 3 Hours
This course focuses on problem solving consultation with both systems and individual clients. The role of the school psychologist as a consultant in a school setting is examined with emphasis on acquiring effective consultation skills. A school-based, problem-solving model is presented that requires development of appropriate consultant skills. (Lab is EDC 511).
EDC 511. Consultation Skills Lab. 1 Hour
This lab involves the application of skills developed in EDC 510, specifically in school-based problem solving consultation. Included is direct practice in the consultation framework to address academic and behavioral problems for PK-12 students and at the systems-level.
EDC 512. Cognitive Assessment. 3 Hours
The course focuses on the development of proficiency in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of individually administered intelligence tests to be used in conjunction with other assessment information as part of a psychoeducational evaluation and to developing relevant educational interventions (Lab is EDC 513).
EDC 513. Cognitive Assessment Skills Lab. 1 Hour
This lab involves the application of skills developed in EDC 512, focused on the administration, scoring, and interpretation of individually administered intelligence tests (Lab for EDC 512).
EDC 514. Academic Problem Solving and Intervention. 3 Hours
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills in academic problem solving and data-based decision making within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS), including system’s level data analysis. (Practicum is EDC 515).
EDC 515. School Psychology Practicum II: Academic Intervention. 1 Hour
Practicum for EDC 514.
EDC 516. Psychoeducational Assessment. 3 Hours
This course provides instruction in tests and measurement, as well as the administration, scoring, and interpretation of psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents, and data-based decision making. Assessments include individual tests of achievement, social-emotional and behavioral rating scales, and adaptive behavior assessments within an assessment for intervention framework.
EDC 517. School Psychology Practicum I: Shadowing. 1 Hour
Practicum for EDC 572.
EDC 521. Introduction to Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 3 Hours
Examines the historical, philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of the mental health field and the role and function of mental health counselors within that context.
EDC 522. Introduction to School Counseling. 3 Hours
This course provides students with an introduction to the field of counseling by covering its ongoing metamorphosis from inception to current day. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how school counseling programs deliver services through individual counseling, small groups, and classroom guidance lessons. Students will learn the structure for the planning and implementation of a Pre-K- 12 comprehensive school counseling program.
EDC 525. Human Services Administration. 3 Hours
This course will help graduate students increase knowledge, theory, and skills in the administrative aspects of the human services delivery system. Students will gain knowledge and understanding of community, environmental, and institutional opportunities that enhance, as well as barriers that impede, overall leadership in human services administration.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
EDC 526. Family, School & Health Systems. 3 Hours
Students will be introduced to theories of problem behavior in the context of systems. The course focuses on the complex behavioral issues commonly found in early childhood, school age, adolescent, adult and aging populations. This complexity is analyzed in relation to interpersonal and environmental factors within family, educational and health care systems.
Prerequisites: EDC 524, EDC 586, EDC 519.
EDC 527. Measurement & Statistics. 4 Hours
Students will develop competence in measurement. They will demonstrate the skills to evaluate, select and interpret reliable and valid assessment instruments and methods. Students will be able to interpret the test results from psycho-educational reports.
Prerequisites: EDC 526.
EDC 528. Organizational Behavior Management. 3 Hours
This course introduces students to the field of Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), which consists of the application of behavior analytic principles to the behavior and performance of employees in organizational settings.
Prerequisites: EDC 519, EDC 524.
EDC 529. Career Counseling. 2 Hours
Focuses on theories, strategies, information, assessment, and resources to be used in the career counseling of children, youth, and adults.
EDC 530. Experimental Analysis of Behavior. 3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to develop competence in understanding how principles of behavior are discovered and described in the context of basic research.
Prerequisites: EDC 528, EDC 523.
EDC 531. Personality & Human Development Across the Lifespan. 2 Hours
This course emphasizes the evolving and developing nature of personality as it is affected by genetic, psychosocial, socio-moral, environmental, racial, ethnic, gender, and systems perspectives. Students will explore each of the life phases within the context of understanding provided by traditional developmental theories. Students will learn about developmental issues and tasks occurring during prenatal, infancy, early childhood, school age, adolescence, young, early, middle, and later adulthood, as well as the implications when developmental tasks are disrupted by environmental and traumatic events.
EDC 532. Special Education and the School Counselor. 3 Hours
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of tiered systems of support and special education services in educational settings. By developing an understanding of the relationship between federal laws and state guidelines governing the provision of special education services for students in PreK – 12th grade who are identified with a disability, students will explore how school counseling services function within systemwide frameworks of support and multidisciplinary teams.
EDC 535. Assessment in Counseling. 2 Hours
Understanding of the individual through the appraisal techniques of individual and group testing and case study. Tests include a wide range of educational and psychological instruments. Individual differences influenced by elements such as ethnic, cultural, and gender factors are considered.
EDC 540. Perspectives in Higher Education. 3 Hours
This course provides an examination of the philosophies guiding higher education, the history of higher education, and the foundations of student affairs practice.
EDC 543. Theories & Techniques of Counseling. 3 Hours
Through analysis of varied theoretical models, skills in counseling will be developed in an integrated approach for modifying the behavior or children, youth, and adults through individual and system change.
EDC 545. Counseling Techniques Lab. 2 Hours
Supervised experience in counseling. Both group and individualized instruction and supervision.
EDC 546. School Counseling Program Development & Implementation. 3 Hours
This course is designed to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive school counseling programs.
Students will gain expertise in designing building-wide school counseling programs and applying knowledge of child development, counseling techniques, and school systems to create comprehensive school counseling programs. Students will also develop proficiency in program evaluation and utilizing technology to efficiently manage, analyze, and present school-based data.
Prerequisite(s): EDC 522, EDC 543, EDC 545.
EDC 548. Counseling Children & Adolescents. 2 Hours
This course provides students with the opportunity to develop effective counseling skills to apply when working with children and adolescents in school and clinical settings. Students will apply theory and best practices consistent with professional standards across academic, career, and personal/social domains.
EDC 550. Student Development's Role in Learning. 3 Hours
The study of basic theoretical perspectives underlying college student development and assessment of development to the practice of higher education and student affairs.
EDC 557. Learning in Community. 3 Hours
In-depth study of student cultures and communities and their impact on the individual student experience. Particular attention will be paid to understanding student culture within higher education and student affairs work.
EDC 562. Learning Design. 3 Hours
Theories and practice of designing learning interventions in higher education settings; conceptualization and assessment of interventions appropriate to human and organizational settings. Course includes development of learning design and intervention skills.
EDC 568. Research & Evaluation in Human Services. 3 Hours
This course provides professionals in the preK-12 schools, higher education institutions, and community agencies with the basic quantitative and qualitative tools of inquiry and when to use them to answer research questions. Emphasis also includes critiquing research studies and applying research results to practice.
EDC 569. Scholarly Project in Higher Education and Student Affairs. 3 Hours
A culminating course in which students (in their final term) integrate, synthesize, and apply the academic work and professional experiences gathered during their program. Students will complete a research project, designed with the assistance of a faculty member, and present it along with their peers in a supportive learning community. Must be in final term standing to take this course.
Prerequisites: EDC 568 or EDC 868.
EDC 572. Role & Function of the School Psychologist. 3 Hours
Topics of significance in the profession of school psychology, with emphasis on history and foundations of school psychology, legal and ethical issues, professional issues and standards, roles and functions of the school psychologist. Students are expected to develop knowledge and skills in using APA format in the context of a literature review.
EDC 573. Orientation to the Educational Process. 1 Hour
Directed observation of and participation in diverse educational settings. The course includes interactions with a variety of educational professionals.
EDC 574. Independent Studies in Counseling. 1-3 Hours
Independent study.
EDC 584. Practicum in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 2 Hours
This course provides for the application of theory and the development of counseling skills under supervision. Learning experiences include opportunities for counselor trainees to become familiar with a variety of professional activities and resources.
Prerequisites: EDC 521, EDC 529, EDC 531, EDC 535, EDC 543, EDC 545, EDC 583, EDC 620, EDC 575, EDC 675, EDC 623, EDC 631.
EDC 585. Practicum in School Counseling. 3 Hours
Supervised practice and observation in group and individual counseling techniques.
Prerequisite(s): EDC 522.
EDC 598. Internship in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 2-6 Hours
Directed experience in professional functions within cooperating social and clinical agencies in the community. Must be taken three times. Prerequisite(s): EDC 584.
EDC 599. Internship in School Counseling. 1-6 Hours
Internship is a planned counseling experience in a school setting. To demonstrate the mastery of the standards around which the school counseling program is based, school counselors-in-training are expected to complete assignments at their sites as well as in the classroom. Assignments are based on professional standards and competencies to prepare students to meet the needs of all students, to work from a proactive rather than reactive position, and to assume leadership roles in educational settings. The internship experience is multi-semester experience providing students the opportunity to develop both personally and professionally.
Must be taken for a total of 6 semester hours.
Prerequisites: EDC 585.
EDC 600. Culminating Seminar. 1-3 Hours
This course prepares students to take a comprehensive examination covering the course content of their masters degree program. In addition for students who will seek certification as school counselors or licensure as professional counselors or professional clinical counselors, the course serves as a preparation for the competency exams related to these credentials.
EDC 602. Counseling Seminars. 1-6 Hours
A series of specific courses designed to present topics of unique interest to students in a variety of professional areas. Areas often include state-of-the-art assessment and intervention methods presented by community experts.
EDC 605. Professional Seminars with Clinical Implications. 1-6 Hours
Learner-oriented courses in which a group of students focus on a specific topic related to the professional, ethical, or practical applied aspects of clinical counseling as implemented in a clinical setting.
EDC 610. Behavioral Problem Solving and Intervention. 3 Hours
This course and its practicum (EDC 611) provide instruction in applied behavior analysis (ABA) for school psychologists and its application in schools. This includes instruction in behavioral consultation to develop functional behavior assessments and subsequent behavior intervention plans for students. Tier 1 behavioral assessment and prevention/ intervention are incorporated through instruction in effective classroom management techniques and schoolwide positive behavior interventions and supports.
EDC 611. School Psychology Practicum III: Behavioral Intervention. 1 Hour
Practicum for EDC 610.
EDC 612. Professional Practice for School Psychologists: Accountability, Ethics, and Law. 3 Hours
The focus of this course is accountability in the schools with an emphasis on ethics, school law, standards of practice, and program evaluation. (Practicum is EDC 613).
EDC 613. School Psychology Practicum IV: Integration of Professional Skills. 1 Hour
Practicum for EDC 612.
EDC 620. Theories & Techniques of Group Counseling. 3 Hours
This course is designed to educate counseling students about (a) the principles of group dynamics including the components of group process, stages of group counseling, members’ roles and behaviors, and therapeutic factors, (b) group leadership styles and approaches, (c) theories of group counseling, (d) group counseling techniques, (e) various approaches used in different settings, and (f) legal and ethical considerations. This course emphasizes the basic issues and key concepts in the group process and how this information can be applied in different settings with diverse populations. Students will learn how to apply various group theories and techniques in both community and school settings.
EDC 621. College Counseling for School Counselors. 3 Hours
This course is designed as an introduction to the college counseling role of the high school counselor. Students will examine and explore the college admissions process as well as current issues confronting school counselors. Topics will include the creation of a college-going culture, understanding of the admission and application criteria for various types of colleges, understanding of the financial aid process, exploration of scholarship search options, working with students from a variety of underrepresented and diverse populations, using data to inform the college and school counseling process. This course will use a variety of case studies, online discussions, and hands-on projects. Students will also become familiar with a variety of print, software, and website resources available to support their work with the college-bound student.
Prerequisites: EDC 522.
EDC 623. Foundations in Abnormal Psychology. 3 Hours
Description of the specific aspects of personality theory and cultural and biological factors that lead to an understanding of abnormal behavior and psychopathology as it affects a wide range of individuals from children through the aged. The relevance of these concepts and theories to clinical counseling is explored. This course incorporates theory (quantitative) and group exercises (qualitative and performative knowledge).
EDC 630. Evaluation of Emotional & Mental Conditions. 3 Hours
Includes the use of assessment procedures in diagnosis, treatment planning, and outcome measurement. Methods of administering and interpreting individual and group standardized tests of mental ability interest and personality are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): EDC 623, EDC 631.
EDC 631. Diagnosis of Emotional & Mental Disorders. 3 Hours
Presentation of the mental status exam and other means of developing a diagnosis as described in the current edition of the 'Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders.' Special problems including mental retardation, psychosexual disorders, substance abuse, and addiction are also considered. This course incorporates theory (quantitative knowledge) and case studies (qualitative and performative knowledge). The use of the diagnosis in developing treatment plans will be emphasized.
EDC 635. Couples & Family Counseling. 3 Hours
This course is designed to introduce students to systems theory, the dynamics of human relationships, theories and techniques of marital and family counseling, and professional and legal issues in marital and family counseling. Students will acquire skills and understanding relative to the role of the counselor in assisting families to develop new strategies, solve problems, and facilitate individual and family growth.
EDC 638. Psychopathology and School-Based Mental Health. 3 Hours
The purpose of this class is to review behaviors in children that are generally regarded as atypical (interfering with quality of life or life functioning) through a developmental perspective. This course brings together clinical psychology and developmental psychology as an interdisciplinary social science. The class will emphasize a problem-solving approach to meeting the needs of children and adolescents. Prevention approaches and school-based mental health services are emphasized.
EDC 642. Crisis Intervention & Prevention in Educational Settings. 2 Hours
This course will review crisis counseling theory and basic crisis prevention and response skills. The concept of crisis will be considered broadly. The focus will be on the promotion of health and mental health in schools and services to promote safe and supportive schools. The course will explore specific examples of techniques and programs designed to intervene before, during and after a crisis event. Also covered will be policy, evaluation issues, and systems change. Specific attention will be given to concepts of stress, coping, and resiliency.
EDC 658. Fieldwork in Higher Education and Student Affairs I. 3 Hours
This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to gain valuable, practical, professional experience under the supervision of a full-time practitioner. Completing this course includes not only the fieldwork experience within a higher education/student affairs area but also the analysis of the experience via related assignments as we connect theory and practice. In this iteration of Fieldwork in Higher Education and Student Affairs, we will also explore helping skills for higher education and student affairs practice, including how we help and advise both individuals and groups.
EDC 659. Fieldwork in Higher Education and Student Affairs II. 3 Hours
This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to gain valuable, practical, professional experience under the supervision of a full-time practitioner. Completing this course includes not only the fieldwork experience within a higher education/student affairs area but also the analysis of the experience via related assignments as we connect theory and practice. In this iteration of Fieldwork in Higher Education and Student Affairs, we will also explore law, policy, and finance as it relates to working in higher education and student affairs.
EDC 671. Biological and Neurological Bases of Behavior and Learning. 3 Hours
This course examines biological and neurological bases of behavior and learning and implications for professional practice. Neuropsychological development is covered, with a focus on functional systems, current research, genetics, and psycho-pharmacology. This is a hybrid course. Course instruction will be provided using seminar meetings and Isidore. Students are expected to have computer competency and familiarity with Isidore before beginning this course.
EDC 675. Diversity, Advocacy, and Intercultural Competence. 3 Hours
This course is designed to: 1) develop counselor sensitivity; awareness, and training in human diversity; 2) introduce multicultural theory in concepts, competencies, and research; 3) promote inclusive and equitable practices; and 4) provide an experiential component for application of multicultural and global awareness.
EDC 681. Integrative Approach to Clinical Counseling. 3 Hours
Assistance for the students in selecting that theory or those aspects of various theories of clinical counseling that best characterize their approach to clients. Emphasis is on the integration of theories with the counselor's personal characteristics and experience. This includes emphasis on self reflection (qualitative knowledge), theory (quantitative knowledge), and counseling exercises (performative knowledge).
Prerequisite(s): EDC 584 or EDC 598.
EDC 683. Treatment of Mental & Emotional Disorders. 3 Hours
Presentation of methods used in treatment and management of mental disorders including treatment planning, counseling techniques, record keeping, referral procedures, and use of psychotropic medication.
Prerequisite(s): EDC 631.
EDC 686. Addictions Counseling. 3 Hours
Course content focuses on theories, strategies, information, assessments, and resources to be used in addictions counseling of persons over the lifespan.
EDC 800. Thesis. 1-6 Hours
This course series provides support to students who are completing their school psychology thesis.
EDC 810. Behavioral Problem Solving and Intervention. 3 Hours
This course and its practicum (EDC 611) provide instruction in applied behavior analysis (ABA) for school psychologists and its application in schools. This includes instruction in behavioral consultation to develop functional behavior assessments and subsequent behavior intervention plans for students. Tier 1 behavioral assessment and prevention/ intervention are incorporated through instruction in effective classroom management techniques and schoolwide positive behavior interventions and supports.
EDC 811. School Psychology Practicum III: Behavioral Intervention. 1 Hour
Practicum for EDC 610/810.
Prerequisites: EDC 610 or EDC 810 must be taken concurrently.
EDC 812. Professional Practice for School Psychologists: Accountability, Ethics, and Law. 3 Hours
The focus of this course is accountability in the schools with an emphasis on ethics, school law, standards of practice, and program evaluation. (Practicum is EDC 813).
EDC 813. School Psychology Practicum IV: Integration of Professional Skills. 1 Hour
The focus of this course is accountability in the schools with an emphasis on ethics, school law, standards of practice, and program evaluation. Practicum for EDC 812.
Corequisites: EDC 812.
EDC 820. Theories & Techniques of Group Counseling. 3 Hours
This course is designed to educate counseling students about (a) the principles of group dynamics including the components of group process, stages of group counseling, members’ roles and behaviors, and therapeutic factors, (b) group leadership styles and approaches, (c) theories of group counseling, (d) group counseling techniques, (e) various approaches used in different settings, and (f) legal and ethical considerations. This course emphasizes the basic issues and key concepts in the group process and how this information can be applied in different settings with diverse populations. Students will learn how to apply various group theories and techniques in both community and school settings.
EDC 837. Statistics and Measurement. 3 Hours
This course provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and to SPSS. Much of the course learning activities are computer and Web based.
EDC 838. Psychopathology and School-Based Mental Health. 3 Hours
The purpose of this class is to review behaviors in children that are generally regarded as atypical (interfering with quality of life or life functioning) through a developmental perspective. This course brings together clinical psychology and developmental psychology as an interdisciplinary social science. The class will emphasize a problem-solving approach to meeting the needs of children and adolescents. Prevention approaches and school-based mental health services are emphasized.
EDC 841. Curriculum & Instruction for Diverse Learners. 3 Hours
This course provides students with foundational knowledge necessary for understanding the diverse learning needs of PK-12 students, including curriculum and instruction methods for students with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students, and students who are gifted and talented or twice exceptional. The course also covers the history of public education and the intersection of politics, advocacy and education.
EDC 842. Crisis Intervention & Prevention in Educational Settings. 2 Hours
This course will review crisis counseling theory and basic crisis prevention and response skills. The concept of crisis will be considered broadly. The focus will be on the promotion of health and mental health in schools and services to promote safe and supportive schools. The course will explore specific examples of techniques and programs designed to intervene before, during and after a crisis event. Also covered will be policy, evaluation issues, and systems change. Specific attention will be given to concepts of stress, coping, and resiliency.
EDC 868. Research & Evaluation in Human Services. 3 Hours
This course provides professionals in the preK-12 schools, higher education institutions, and community agencies with the basic quantitative and qualitative tools of inquiry and when to use them to answer research questions. Emphasis also includes critiquing research studies and applying research results to practice.
EDC 871. Biological and Neurological Bases of Behavior and Learning. 3 Hours
This course examines biological and neurological bases of behavior and learning and implications for professional practice. Neuropsychological development is covered, with a focus on functional systems, current research, genetics, and psycho-pharmacology.
EDC 875. Diversity, Advocacy, and Intercultural Competence. 3 Hours
This course is designed to: 1) develop counselor sensitivity; awareness, and training in human diversity; 2) introduce multicultural theory in concepts, competencies, and research; 3) promote inclusive and equitable practices; and 4) provide an experiential component for application of multicultural and global awareness.
EDC 890. School Psychology Culminating Seminar. 3 Hours
This course employs a seminar format to discuss current issues in the practice of school psychology. It also serves to refresh skills previously taught to prepare students for internship.
EDC 893. Early Childhood Development & Assessment. 3 Hours
The purpose of this course is to provide graduate students in school psychology with knowledge in developmental norms for students in early childhood and implications for assessment and instruction. Students will review several early childhood assessment instruments and methodologies and understand how to use them as appropriate in a variety of settings in accordance with legal guidelines and best practice.
EDC 897. Internship in School Psychology. 1-6 Hours
Semester I of a nine month, 1200-hour field experience under the direct supervision of certified school psychologists as well as the supervision of university faculty.
EDC 898. Internship in School Psychology. 1-6 Hours
Semester II of a nine month, 1200-hour field experience under the direct supervision of certified school psychologists as well as the supervision of university faculty.
Prerequisites: EDC 897.