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CNS 512 An Introduction to Counseling Theories and Process
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
(Formerly: EDU 537.) A study and application of the basic theories of counseling. Students engage in self-exploration and assessment as well as listening skills and role playing targeted at allowing the novice an opportunity to develop competence. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 513 Workshop in Counseling: Psychopharmacology
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
or graduate standing.
This mini-course presents a general overview of psychotropic medications used in the treatment of mental illness. Typical course of treatment, side effects, and ethical issues are discussed. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 514 Workshop in Counseling: Marriage and Family Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
This mini-course presents an historic and theoretical overview of marriage and family therapy techniques. Special emphasis is given to family systems theory. Ethical and professional issues are also explored. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 515 Workshop in Counseling: Private Practice
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
or graduate standing.
This mini-course assists professional counselors and other therapists with all they need to know to setup, build, and manage a private practice. Topics such as billing, marketing, and leasing office space is also discussed. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 516 Workshop in Counseling: Behavioral Interventions
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
or graduate standing.
This mini-course assists the counselor and other mental health professionals in setting up a behavioral treatment plan with a client. Examples are provided with special emphasis on token economies for problem children and reinforcement schedules for students or employees. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 517 Workshop in Counseling: Human Sexuality
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
or graduate standing.
This mini-course acquaints the counselor with current trends in human sexuality. Basic biology and human anatomy are discussed as they relate to the counseling relationship. AIDS, STDs, sexual dysfunction, abortion, and other ethical issues are explored. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 518 Workshop in Counseling: Compulsive Gambling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.) May also take CNS 519 and CNS 520 for additional credits.
This mini-course acquaints the counselor with various forms of gambling addictions, treatment issues, and ethical concerns are explored. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 522 Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
(Formerly: EDU 522.) Analysis and application of models for ethical decision making in order to understand contemporary ethical professional issues that affect the practice of counseling. Informed consent and the rights of clients, the ethical responsibilities of the counselor, and the counselor’s professional code of ethics. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 532 Counseling Special Populations
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
(Formerly: EDU 532.) Contemporary theoretical and practical approaches to counseling clients from multicultural groups over the lifespan including: the aged, racial minorities, women, gay/lesbian clients, the physically challenged, and those with learning disabilities. Specific counseling techniques and relevant research are discussed. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 535 Guidance Principles and Practices
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
(Formerly: EDU 535.) An historical overview of the role and duties of the counselor. Various professional trends, philosophies, and ethical issues are discussed as well as the function of the counselor in a multifaceted institution. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 536 Counseling Services: Organization and Administration
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
(Formerly: EDU 536.) The principles of organizing and managing human service programs. Topics include: hiring personnel, financial planning, fund-raising, and general administration. Other topics focus on the structure and effectiveness of an organization including appropriate supervisory and consultative relationships, evaluation of the agency, its philosophy and goals. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 538 Vocational Development and Career Assessment
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
(Formerly: EDU 538.) An historical and theoretical overview of vocational and career development. Sources of educational and occupational information are discussed. Students are also exposed to various career testing and evaluation instruments and their appropriate use in a career case assessment. (Material fee applies/see class schedule.) | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 539 Counseling Skills
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
CNS 535
(Formerly: EDU 539.) The counseling process studied through classroom exercises focused on role plays, attending behaviors, and other practical counseling techniques. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 540 Testing and Evaluation
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
(Formerly: EDU 540.) An overview of testing and measurement in counseling and education. The psychometric theories of intelligence, achievement, and personality are explored. In addition, basic statistical methods related to testing are employed. Each student masters basic test administration procedures. (Material fee applies/see class schedule.) | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 541 School Counseling: Principles and Practices
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
The role and history of the school guidance counselor. Theoretical as well as practical issues are discussed. Interdisciplinary collaboration with other school personnel are explored. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 543 Group Dynamics and Procedures in Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
CNS 535
CNS 539
(Formerly: EDU 534.) An overview of various group theories and techniques. The concepts of group dynamics are demonstrated and students participate in actual group counseling. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 544 Marriage and Family Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 512
(Formerly: EDU 544.) Various theories of marital and family therapy are discussed. Students explore, through their own families of origin, the importance of family dynamics. Therapeutic techniques and active class role playing are utilized. In addition, various techniques of family and relationship conflict resolution are discussed. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 545 School Counseling: Strategies and Interventions
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 540
CNS 541
Counseling strategies helpful in the school setting are explored and demonstrated. Consultation issues with teachers, administrators, and other school staff are discussed. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 560 Case Problems in Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 538
CNS 539
CNS 540
(Formerly: EDU 533.) The application of counseling theory to an in-depth case analysis. Students present case information with special emphasis on psychopathology and clinical diagnostic skills. Students are also familiarized with the DSM-IV and its uses in treatment formulation. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 585 Counseling Practicum
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 539
(Formerly: EDU 585.) The application of basic counseling skills in a laboratory setting on campus. Students complete 100 hours of applied counseling with individuals and/or groups while being directly supervised by a site supervisor and a faculty member. Basic listening and counseling skills are applied and assessed by staff and peers. Students also learn to formulate basic diagnostic statements to be presented in a case conference format. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 590 Consultation and Staff Development
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 539
(Formerly: EDU 590.) The development and delivery of consulting services to schools, agencies, and industry. Professional, clinical, and ethical issues as well as staff development are discussed. An introduction to employee assistance and personnel crisis resolution are also explored. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 591 Research Seminar in Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
EDU 500
and completion of at least 18 graduate hours.
(Formerly: EDU 591.) An opportunity for a student to engage in specific research of his/her choosing. Completion of a master’s research paper or formal thesis. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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CNS 604 Internship in Counseling
| Credit Hours | Recitation/Lecture Hours | Studio Hours | Clinical Hours | Lab Hours |
Prerequisites:
CNS 540
CNS 560
CNS 585
(Formerly: EDU 542.) The practice of counseling in a field setting under the direction of a licensed professional counselor. Students complete 600 hours of internship at an approved agency and share case concerns in a group seminar approach on campus. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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