A study of the demographic characteristics, developmental transitions, psychosocial theories, life crises and referral resources unique to older adulthood. Students will integrate this information into counseling strategies and program-planning skills specific to the needs of the aged and the practice of gerontological counseling. An advanced course devoted to an in-depth study of current or specialized topics selected by the faculty and approved by the department. The study of the principles and practices fundamental to the organization and administration of Counselor Education . A comprehensive view of the responsibilities involved in the effective functions of Counselor Education systems.
Emphasis is on both theory and practical applications of the various approaches.
Through lectures, class discussions, readings, films, writings, experiential exercises and roleplay situations students will be encouraged to examine the various theories and to integrate them into their own style of counseling. Students will be expected to demonstrate their counseling effectiveness within the definitions of selected theories. This course will be part theory and part laboratory experience. Focus will be on how the leader capitalizes on group forces to further member goal achievement. The development of effective counseling behaviors and practice test selection, administration, scoring and interpretation through laboratory experience.