Employment services, rehabilitation services, mental health centers, public health services, and social welfare agencies are included. The process of counseling alcohol and drug or substance dependent persons. The modalities of treatment including the pharmacological approach and referral are covered. Relationship building skills, listening skills, fact finding skills, reflective skills, summarizing skills, role playing, simulation, and actual experiences with clients in counseling are investigated. Professional liability insurance is required.
Enrollment is by application and permission of the instructor.
Counselors need to have a knowledge base on the functions, organization, administrative principles, and evaluation of counseling services in Pre K-12 schools, college and junior colleges, community agencies, and counseling or mental health centers. Students will plan and manage all facets of the counseling program including counseling with students, coordination of the program, and consult with student support personnel, parents, and community resources. Consent of course instructor and on-site supervisor. Application for internship required. For students seeking secondary school counselor certification.