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(5 credits)
Students in this course are provided with an introduction to the field of professional counseling and the foundations of counseling. Students explore the history, philosophy, cultural dynamics, and trends in professional counseling. They examine consultation as well as client and counselor advocacy, focusing on the counselor's role as social change agent. Students also examine and apply ethical standards of the counseling profession, including the American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics and counselor ethical decision-making processes. Through a final reflective project designed to influence their future ethical framework, students define their ethical perspectives, including influences, values, and goals.
Pre-requisites for students entering May 29, 2023 and later
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6101
- COUN 6100
MS in School Counseling
- None
MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6111
Pre-requisites for students entering prior to May 29, 2023
- COUN 6722