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Graduate College


Counseling Psychology (CPSY)



CPSY 1112
World of Work

Assists students in exploring career options through increased understanding of self and expanded knowledge of occupational information. Includes a study of the decision-making process and a look at the present and future changing world of work.



CPSY 4443
(D)Cultural Diversity in Professional Life

Knowledge, awareness and skills regarding cultural diversity in one's profession.



CPSY 5000*
Master's Thesis

1-6 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Consent of advisory committee chairperson. Report of research conducted by a student in the master's program in counseling. Credit given and grade assigned upon completion and acceptance of the thesis.



CPSY 5173*
Gerontological Counseling

An examination of mental health treatment modalities and approaches to counseling with older adults. An experiential component is included.



CPSY 5320*
Seminar in Counseling Psychology

3-9 credits, max 9. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. In-depth exploration of contemporary topics in counseling psychology.



CPSY 5413*
Critical Issues in School Counseling

Counseling and guidance activities to enhance school climate and promote development of student academic, career, and personal/social competencies. Knowledge of the school counselor’s role in advocating for students with special needs.



CPSY 5453*
Vocational and Career Information

Local, state and national sources of occupational information about jobs and sociological factors related to career planning and worker effectiveness.



CPSY 5473*
Introduction to Counseling Practice

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Orientation to counseling practice through observation and participation. The supervised experiences permit the student and the counselor education staff to evaluate the student's strengths and weaknesses as a potential counselor or student personnel administrator.



CPSY 5483*
Community Counseling and Resource Development

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Application of educational, preventive, and crisis interventions in a variety of human service settings, including the development and evaluation of community helping resources.



CPSY 5493*
Professional and Ethical Issues in Counseling

Prerequisite(s): Admission to community counseling, elementary or secondary school counseling graduate program or consent of instructor. Principles and issues of professionalism and ethics. Seminar format with special emphasis on student's thorough preparation for, and active participation in, class discussions.



CPSY 5503*
Multicultural Counseling

Emphasis on effective communication skills in cross-cultural counseling or helping relationships and the integration of theoretical knowledge with experimental learning. Psycho-social factors, life styles, etc. of various cultural and ethnic groups and their influence on the helping relationship.



CPSY 5513*
Comprehensive School Counseling Programs

Foundations of school counseling focusing on the knowledge and skills required to develop, implement, coordinate, and manage a comprehensive, developmental school counseling program. (Same course as 5573*)



CPSY 5523*
Individual Appraisal

Methods of developing a framework for under­standing individuals and techniques for data collection, assessment, and interpretation such as interviews, testing, and case study. The study of individual differences including ­ethnic, cultural and gender factors.



CPSY 5533*
Developmental Interventions

Lab 2. Counseling theories and techniques for working with children, adolescents, and their parents in individual and group counseling and consulting. Laboratory portion translates theory to practice.



CPSY 5543*
Career Development Theories

Historical and contemporary viewpoints advanced by Ginsberg, Super, Holland, Roe, etc. Counselors are assisted in developing the theoretical and applied basis for developing school-based career education programs and for assisting individuals in career planning.



CPSY 5553*
Principles of Counseling

A comprehensive foundation for counseling practice and the application of contemporary theories to further knowledge of counseling as a communication process.



CPSY 5563*
Conceptualization and Diagnosis in Counseling

Prerequisite(s): 5473 and 5553 or consent of instructor. Foundation in skills necessary to conceptualize and diagnose clients presentation of problems in counseling. Intake interviewing and report writing skills, case conceptualization skills, and differential diagnostic skills using the DSM system.



CPSY 5583*
Group Process

Group dynamics, theory and techniques applicable to working with people of all ages in various school and non-school settings. Group member competencies are stressed during the laboratory period.



CPSY 5593*
Counseling Practicum

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 5473 and 5553; admission to the counseling and student personnel program or consent of instructor. Supervised experience in human interaction processes of counseling and consulting with the major goal of facilitating positive growth processes through individual supervision. May be conducted in a variety of settings with a wide range of developmental levels.



CPSY 5663*
Counseling and Sexuality

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Current trends in counseling clients with sexual problems, as well as clients with varying sexual orientations and identities.



CPSY 5673*
Substance Abuse Counseling

Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Current therapeutic trends, strategies, and modalities used in the treatment of addictions, as well as relapse prevention strategies and treatment of special populations.



CPSY 5683*
Internship in Counseling I

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 5593 and admission to counseling program. Supervised experience working and studying in a counseling agency or setting.



CPSY 5693*
Internship in Counseling II

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 5683 and admission to counseling program. Supervised experience working and studying in a counseling agency or setting.



CPSY 5720*
Workshop

1-9 credits, max 9. Professional workshops on various topics. Designed to meet unique or special needs of professionals in various mental health fields.



CPSY 6000*
Doctoral Dissertation

1-25 credits, max 25. Prerequisite(s): Consent of advisory committee chairperson. Report of research conducted by a student in the doctoral program in counseling psychology. Credit given and grade assigned upon completion and acceptance of the doctoral dissertation.



CPSY 6053*
Ethical and Legal Issues in Professional Psychology

Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Ethical and legal standards applied to the professional practice of psychology.



CPSY 6083*
Principles of Counseling Psychology

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in counseling psychology. Development, theoretical foundations and applications of therapeutic models of counseling and psychology.



CPSY 6123*
Adult Personality Assessment

Prerequisite(s): Admission to counseling, school, or clinical psychology program. Administration and interpretation of adult personality assessment instruments such as Rorschach, TAT and DAP.



CPSY 6153*
Personality Theories

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. An in-depth analysis of personality theories and personality disorders.



CPSY 6223*
Beck's Cognitive Therapy

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in counseling, counseling psychology, school psychology, or clinical psychology; or consent of instructor. The theory and practice of Aaron T. Beck's cognitive therapy approach. Cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, imagery work, and cognitive case conceptualization skills to help clients with a variety of presenting problems.



CPSY 6310*
Advanced Practicum and Supervision

3-12 credits, max 12. Prerequisite(s): Admission to counseling psychology program. For prospective counseling psychologists, counselor educators and supervisors, and practicing counselors. Supervised assistance in development of counseling, consulting, and supervising competencies.



CPSY 6313*
Advanced Group Interventions

Lab 1. Prerequisite(s): Admission to counseling psychology program or consent of instructor. Discussion and exploration of various aspects of group development and treatment. Theory and application of theory. Various factors associated with group psychotherapy cohesion, dynamics and screening.



CPSY 6323*
Psychological Consultation

Prerequisite(s): Admission to graduate program in the SAHEP or psychology program. Models and strategies for the delivery of special services in the schools and other agencies that focus on serving the mental health needs of children, adolescents and adults. The use of consultation as a problem-solving alternative to the assessment/label approach. Students can receive credit in only one of the courses. (Same course as EPSY 6323*)



CPSY 6413*
Counseling Psychology Practicum I

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the doctoral program in counseling psychology. For prospective counseling psychologists. Individual and group supervision and didactic experiences to facilitate the development of counseling psychology competencies with clients at practicum sites. Establishing therapeutic conditions conducive to growth and change.



CPSY 6423*
Counseling Psychology Practicum II

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 6413. For prospective counseling psychologists. Individual and group supervision and didactic experiences to facilitate the development of counseling psychology competencies with clients at practicum sites. Integrating theory and research into the practice of counseling psychology.



CPSY 6433*
Counseling Psychology Practicum III

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 6423. For prospective counseling psychologists. Individual and group supervision and didactic experiences to facilitate the development of counseling psychology competencies with clients at practicum sites. Integrating theory and psychological assessment skills into the practice of counseling psychology.



CPSY 6443*
Counseling Psychology Practicum IV

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "B" or better in 6433. For prospective counseling psychologists. Individual and group supervision and didactic experiences to facilitate the development of counseling psychology competencies with clients at practicum sites. Building integrating consultation skills into the practice of counseling psychology.



CPSY 6543*
Clinical Supervision

Prerequisite(s): Admission to clinical, counseling or school psychology doctoral program, or consent of instructor. Building the doctoral psychology student's knowledge base in theory and research of clinical supervision in psychology, and development and refinement of the student's supervision skills. Current theory and research in supervision, including a practical component.



CPSY 6553*
Advanced Practice in Marital and Family Treatment

Prerequisite(s): Admission to counseling, school or clinical psychology program. Advanced methods in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of marital and family problems. Skill development, professionalism, ethics and case management. Dynamics of co-therapy and conjoint treatment. Case consultation format.



CPSY 6560*
Advanced Internship in Counseling

1-3 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the doctoral program in psychology. Designed to facilitate counseling effectiveness and to set the stage for a productive life of professional practice.



CPSY 6850*
Directed Reading

1-6 credits, max 6. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Directed reading for students with advanced graduate standing.




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