| HSC-Human Services Core/Counseling |
| |
| HSC101 |
Introduction to Human Services |
| Exploration of the field of human services, including the impact and meaning of psychosocial and related difficulties to the individual and to society; the function of a variety of human service organizations; current trends and historical patterns of human service care; professional roles and ethical responsibilities. 5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC102 |
Introduction to Applied Group Process |
| A study of formal and informal group dynamics, issues, and behaviors, directed to an understanding of group functioning and leadership; factors involved in group cohesion and group conflict, communication and intervention skills. |
| 3-5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC201 |
Principles and Dynamics of Interviewing |
| Examination of various techniques, goals, methods, model, and outcomes of interpersonal relationships. Focus on basic interviewing skills, information gathering, recording and assessment, and goal planning. 5 quarter hours |
HSC202 |
Theory and Techniques of Crisis Intervention |
| Introduction to crisis theory, focusing on models of intervention, and utilizing experiential skills-building exercises. Prerequisite: HSC101, HSC201. 3-5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC203 |
Principles of Family Intervention |
| Examination of theories and dynamics of family change and issues of stabilization within that change. Emphasis on viewing the family as a whole system wherein change in one individual changes the family group and structure. Focus on identifying strategies of intervention as defined by family needs and structural change. Prerequisites: HSC101, HSC201, HSC202, or permission of instructor. 3-5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC220 |
Resource Development and Networking |
| Work in the human services field demands a knowledge of community resources covering a wide range of needs. The ability to make appropriate referrals and to work cooperatively with others is important. This course introduces students to basic networking and community resource development concepts, strategies, and skills, thus preparing them for this aspect of the field. 2 quarter hours |
| |
| |
| HSC300 |
Advanced Clinical Intervention Strategies |
| Focus on advanced skills of interviewing, with emphasis on development and integration of individual style and technique. Prerequisites: HSC102, HSC201, HSC202, HSC203. |
| 3-5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC305 |
Special Needs Populations |
| This course examines circumstances in which some individual or family needs are most effectively met through means outside of the systemic norms due to disability or other situations. It emphasizes evaluation of services, coping strategies and resources. 5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC310 |
Management/Administration of Health and Human Service Organizations |
| In-depth analysis of selected types of human service organizations in relation to origins, structure, and stability and change. Attention to various interrelated roles of agencies, clients, and professionals. Examination of organization environment interface. Prerequisites: Junior standing, Practicum I and/or consent of instructor. 5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC410 |
Introduction and Overview of the DSM IV |
| This course will provide an introduction and overview of the DSM IV. Its purpose is to help the student understand diagnoses as presented in case materials in the classroom and in the field. This in turn will help the student learn to develop appropriate individualized treatment plans for clients. Prerequisite(s): Principles and Dynamics of Interviewing (HSM201) or equivalent. |
| |
| HSC430 |
Fundamentals of Case Management |
| This course will introduce students to the ethics and skills necessary in case management. Topics will include: ethics; case management responsibilities; cultural competence; documentation and monitoring; as well as review basic written and verbal communication skills. An experiential component will provide practice opportunities. Prerequisite(s): Principles and Dynamics of Interviewing (HSC201) or its equivalent. |
| |
| HSC451 |
Fundamentals of Creative Expressive Therapies |
| Emphasis on learning creative therapeutic techniques and how different art modalities can function as therapeutic tools in aiding the human service worker to develop rapport and empathy with individuals and groups using art, movement, and dance. Prerequisite: HSC102. 3-5 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC499 |
Seminar/Current Issues in Human Services |
| Seminar on current issues in the human services field, identifying trends, problems, paradoxes, and parameters in areas of the profession. Analysis, design, and implementation of solutions will be a major focus. 1-6 quarter hours |
| |
| HSC451 |
Fundamentals of Creative Expressive Therapies |
| Emphasis is on learning creative therapeutic techniques and how different art modalities can function as therapeutic tools in aiding the human service worker to develop rapport and empathy with individuals and groups using art, movement, and dance. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC452 |
Spiritual and Religious Diversity in Human Service Practice |
| The purpose of this course is to prepare human service workers to understand appropriate methods of addressing religious and spiritual issues when encountered while working with clients. This course will define spirituality and religious issues in the context of human diversity. Students will discuss the basic principles of the major religions of the world. This course will concentrate on appropriate counseling practice issues. However, other areas of where the role of religion and spirituality is visible would include: public, and service provision. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC501 |
Fundamentals of Counseling |
| This course presents an overview of the theory, principles, techniques and methods essential in conducting an effective interview from an eclectic perspective. Specific skills, competencies, and concepts related to interviewing are studied, and an ongoing experiential component provides practice opportunities. In addition, there is a focus on self-awareness and insight which are essential qualities for the effective interviewer. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC502 |
Strategies of Crisis Intervention |
| Short-term crisis intervention therapy is one of the principle tools for human service work. Persons reacting to the suicide of a friend or loved one, persons experiencing death, major fires, auto accidents, and other severe, stressful, frequently sudden events. In this class students will learn about the principles of treatment at the various stages of crisis. Prerequisites: HSC500, HSC501. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC503 |
Counseling & Human Develop. in a Multicultural Society |
| An examination of theory, techniques, dynamics, and behaviors of counseling in a multicultural society. Emphasis is placed upon understanding the influences of one's own ethnicity, race, and/or unique subcultural grouping. Prerequisite: HSC501. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC504 |
Clinical Techniques of Counseling |
| This course expands interviewing skills and techniques through extended practice sessions with one client, relevant readings, examination of case materials and written exercises. Focus on advanced skills of interviewing, with emphasis on development and integration of individual style and technique. Prerequisites: HSC501, HSC510. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC505 |
Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis |
| This course will provide an overview of the DSM IV and how it can be used for purposes of assessment and diagnosis of the individual client. The student will learn the characteristics of various personality disorders and how to assess these disorders within the parameters of the helping interview. Prerequisites: HSC501, HSC510. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC506 |
Introduction to Theory & Techniques of Family Therapy |
| Exploration of theoretical models and concepts in the field of family therapy: Focus upon systemic change, dysfunction, and stages of family development. Family therapy approaches are presented theoretically and through simulation experiences. Prerequisites: HSC501, HSC400 or instructor permission. |
| 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC510 |
Theories of Counseling (formerly HSC400) |
| A survey of current theories of counseling and psychotherapies. The characteristics of all professional or paraprofessional helping relationships will be explored. Most major theories used in psychotherapy today and specific counseling techniques based on those theories will be studied to familiarize students with the most important methods of individual treatment of psychological problems. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC511 |
Professional Practice & Ethics |
| This course will offer an overview of the historic context of ethics in human services, the philosophical context of the common values, and the ethical applications for professionals in the counseling and other Human Service fields. Beginning with a survey of the history of human services, the context for practice will be surveyed. The philosophical context of the values commonly found in human services will offer the student the foundation for ethical decision making. Finally, case examples of ethical decision making will be addressed, role plays, and personal reflection are emphasized in this course. |
| 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC512 |
Theories of Group Counseling |
| An overview of various theories and techniques of group counseling and the practical application of these techniques. The first part of the course emphasizes goals and purposes of group counseling, tasks and skills of the group counselor, and guidelines for group creation. The latter sessions concentrate on the experiential application of these concepts. 3 semester hours |
HSC513 |
Advanced Group Counseling |
| This course will build on the foundation of group dynamics an advanced understanding of the use of Group Counseling. Included in this course will be a survey of techniques from the various paradigms in psychology with particular emphasis on the development of the student's eclectic application of group treatment. This course may be substituted for HSC512 where previous course work in group dynamics can be demonstrated. Prerequisite: HSC512. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC514 |
Counseling for Career Development |
| This course will present an overview of the concepts, theories, history, practices and techniques of career counseling through the life span. In addition the course will review the use of occupational classification systems, test and computers in career counseling, as well as counseling with special populations. An experiential component will provide practice opportunities. Prerequisite: HSC501. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC516 |
Counseling and Human Sexuality |
| An overview of the physical, psychological, and sociological aspects of human sexuality. A life span developmental orientation will be the guiding focus. Sexuality as an issue in counseling from various perspectives will be presented. Implications for legal and ethical concerns for clients will be included. Parent and teacher training for sex education. Gender issues; review of common sexual dysfunctions; effects of alcohol and drugs on sexual functioning; and current relevant topics. Prerequisite: HSC501. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC517 |
Understanding and Counseling the Adolescent |
| An overview of selected basic concepts and issues relevant to the understanding and treatment of adolescents and their parents. Diagnostic and treatment skills will be emphasized, as well as, adolescent development, both normal and pathological. Prerequisites: HSC501. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC518 |
Couples Counseling |
| An overview of the theories and techniques which apply to couple counseling. Additional topics include: problems most often brought to marriage counselors, the marital life cycle, influence of the families of origin, clinical assessment and intervention and the impact of divorce and remarriage on family relationships. An experiential component provides practice counseling opportunities. A course in family therapy is recommended in addition to the required prerequisites. Prerequisites: HSC501, HSC510. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC524 |
Intro to Community Counseling |
| This course will introduce students to community agency counseling by familiarizing them with the roles of the community counselor, program development, and community counseling models and processes. Students will learn about counselors as changes agents, client advocates, outreach specialists, consultants, and preventive educators, and they will review the effects of public policy, managed care, and other social issues on counseling practice. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC530 |
Counseling Individuals: Practice and Theory I |
| This course is designed to introduce students to basic counseling theory and practice. Student are introduced to specific counseling theories and practice skills and strategies. Self-awareness and its role in counseling practice is also included in the course content. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC532 |
Counseling Individuals: Practice and Theory II |
| This course is designed to build on students' skills and knowledge of counseling theory and practice as presented in the previous course. Emphasis is placed on the Eclectic counseling model. Prerequisite: HSC530. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC533 |
Counseling Practicum |
| This course will provide a combination of didactic and experiential approaches to refine counseling skills as students begin to work in practice settings. Emphasis will be on the development of a counseling approach specific to clients' needs and characteristics. Feedback, self-assessment, and group interaction will be elements of the course. This course requires 100 hours of field placement in an approved setting with 40 hours of direct client contact. Prerequisites: Department/Program Approval and HSC501, HSC510, HSC511, HSC505. 3 semester hours |
| |
| HSC534 |
School Counseling: Theory, Issues & Practice |
| This course is designed to build on students' skills and knowledge of counseling theory and practice as presented in the previous course. Emphasis is placed on the Eclectic counseling model. Prerequisites: HSC501, HSC510, HSC511. 3 semester hours |
| |