An introduction to the theories, skills, and models utilized in developing helping relationships in organizations. Identical to MSA 555. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: Senior standing or graduate status.

This course includes a survey of historical, cultural, and political dimensions and trends in clinical mental health counseling. Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Counseling Program. 

This course provides a history and philosophy of school counseling programs. The role and function of school counselors will be explored. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program.

This course provides a critical survey of theories, techniques, and trends in career counseling. Prerequisite: CED 660; Admission to the Master of Arts Counseling Program.

This course is designed to prepare school counselors-in-training to assist their future students in the process of planning for postsecondary educational options. Prerequisite: CED 604; Admission to M.A. in Counseling program.

This course provides an overview of the empirical literature, ethics, and techniques of clinical counseling supervision.

This course is an examination of research and practice issues relating to counseling culturally specific groups with special emphasis on the client/counselor relationship. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. Counseling program.

This is an experiential graduate level course in which students study and engage in meaningful service learning in a cross-cultural setting. 

This course introduces students to the counseling profession and reviews the legal, ethical, and consultation issues that affect the profession. 

This course prepares trainees to assist in selection, evaluation, and interpretation of various counseling assessments with emphasis on assessments appropriate to trainees’ future work settings. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. in Counseling Program.

This course introduces the presentation and application of basic theories, techniques and resources for dealing with a broad range of addictive behavior, both substance related and behaviorally focused. Prerequisite: Admission to Master of Arts in Counseling Program.

This course provides an introduction to the neurological, behavioral, psychological, physical, and social effects of psychoactive substances.  Prerequisites: CED 641. Admission to M.A. in Counseling program.

This course introduces students to the potential causes of and reasons for addiction.  Prerequisite: CED 641; admission to the M.A. counseling program. 

This course addresses addiction-oriented systems and methods of care, including assessment, wellness, and prevention.  Prerequisite: CED 641; admission to the M.A. Counseling program.

This course utilizes discussion and individual investigation into topics and critical incidents germane to schools. Recommendations and solutions by professionals in the field are reviewed. Prerequisite: CED 604; Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program. 

This course emphasizes the application of group theories and techniques, interpersonal communication skills, and the assessment of group counseling interventions. Pre/Co-requisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program. Co-requisite: CED 660.

This course provides students with specialized skills for counseling children and adolescents. It emphasizes the modification of interventions to meet the needs of young clients. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program.

This course is a systematic study of the counseling process: stages, intervention strategies, and related issues. Both cognitive and experiential approaches will be used.  Prerequisites: CED 677; admission to the M.A. counseling program. 

The course introduces students to biopsychosocial concepts and theories of lifespan development related to counseling and the counseling process. 

This course involves the application of counseling skills and interventions using systems and post-modern theories of marriage, couple, and family therapy. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.A. Counseling program.

Study and/or investigation of a special problem with the guidance of a staff member. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Admission to the M.A in Counseling.

Examination of psychological foundations of counseling theories. The course facilitates students' development of a personal counseling theory. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program.

Provides the foundation for best practice in crisis counseling by facilitating critical analysis of issues and applying intervention techniques. Prerequisite: admission to the M.A. counseling program.

Examines essential history, research, and treatment modalities regarding human sexuality from an inclusive framework as it applies to humans across the lifespan. Prerequisites: CED 665; admission into the MA in Counseling Program.

This course examines and applies the theories of grief and loss, and identifies the appropriate therapeutic interventions designed to mitigate their effects.

The history, theoretical approaches, and current concepts in the study of psychopathology will be addressed.  Prerequisite: CED 677, CED 699; admission to the M.A. Counseling program. 

Supervised counseling of individuals, families, couples, and children. Observation and critique of peer counseling sessions. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: CED 620, CED 630, CED 677, CED 660 and CED 699; admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling program.

Clinical experience in selected settings managing a client caseload under qualified supervision. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: CED 690; Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling Program.

Presentation and application of designs and procedures pertinent to conducting research in the field of counseling. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Counseling.

This course provides an overview of the diagnosable mental and emotional disorders and appropriate intervention methods. Clinical documentation formats will also be reviewed. Prerequisite: CED 677; Admission to the Master of Arts Counseling Program. 

A continuation of CED 690. Application to register for this course must be filed by the posted deadline prior to registration for approval. Prerequisite: CED 690.

Internship with selected professionals. Opportunity to confirm professional effectiveness in helping professions. Note: Application to register must be filed and approved during the semester prior to registration. CR/NC only. Prerequisites: Grade of CR in CED 690; permission of instructor.