It includes areas such as self-understanding, interpersonal skills, intervention techniques, and perspectives on college students and the campus environment, which are fundamental to the effective functioning of Resident Assistants. Resident Advisor roles and responsibilities are also addressed. SEM 1 Maximum 4 cr. Graduate standing in counseling program or seniors by petition. Course prerequisites as determined for each offering.
Students participate in preparing and presenting discussion material.
Graduate standing in counseling program. Contents of the course will examine historical aspects of counseling professions, professional counseling roles, professional organizations, consultation models, professional preparation standards, and credentialing. It will also introduce appropriate ethical codes for conduct and study case studies representing ethical dilemmas a counselor may face in schools, agencies, and private practice. Graduate standing in counseling program. Group discussion and a variety of hands-on experiences will provide the student with numerous opportunities to obtain and apply ethical and professional knowledge.