GUID 5000 - Workshop In Guidance

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours; subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Normally involves lecture, films, guest speaker, etc. A grade of "P" or "F" is given. No more than 2 hours of workshop may be counted on a master's degree.

GUID 5013 - Principles Of Guidance And Counseling

Principles, functions and practices basic to guidance on both elementary and secondary levels, professional, ethical and legal responsibilities; historical development and current trends and issues. This course includes the characteristics of successful counselors and the development of basic helping skills.

GUID 5113 - Theories/Techniques Group School School Counseling

Introduction to the dynamics of groups by utilizing counseling theories and group techniques. Emphasis is placed on group process in the school setting; evaluation of group dynamics, observation, participation and conducting group counseling activities. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5163.

GUID 5133 - Multicultural Counseling

A study of the use of counseling theories and techniques in pluralistic school settings. Emphasis will be placed on changes in human roles, discrimination on the basis of human characteristics, and concerns of subgroups. Skills such as conflict resolution and helping skills will be applied. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5163.

GUID 5153 - Counseling Intervention Strategies

A study of the theoretical and practical aspects of helping children and adolescents cope with major life stressors common to this age group in contemporary society. Specific needs to be covered include divorce, drugs and alcohol, depression, stress, abuse, and others. Issues related to counseling minorities will be covered. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5163.

GUID 5163 - Theories/Techniques Individual/School Counseling

Introduction to individual counseling theory and school counseling techniques. Emphasis is placed on major counseling theories, their underlying philosophy, assumptions and techniques. Their strengths and weaknesses with an application in the school setting. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5141 or concurrent enrollment.

GUID 5172 - Capstone Experience School Counseling

An integration of the components included in the knowledge base under-girding school guidance and counseling with emphasis on preparation for professional examinations for national and state certification and licensure. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5903.

GUID 5193 - Abnormal Psychology Sch Person

A survey of the normal/abnormal continuum of behaviors with emphasis on behaviors that can and cannot be accommodated within institutional teaching/counseling programs. This includes a broad study of the major classifications of psychopathology as well as the etiology, progress and treatment of the disorder, as viewed from the major paradigms.

GUID 5213 - The Counselor As Consultant

Theory and practice as a consultant in school, family, and community settings.

GUID 5253 - Developmental Guidance

Study of the design and management of a comprehensive developmental guidance program. Emphasis on the planning and implementation of a guidance curriculum appropriate for needs of all students. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5012 and PTE 5203.

GUID 5333 - Individual Test Interpretation

A survey of individual tests, utilizing case studies and other appropriate techniques. Designed to enable school counselors and other service personnel to interpret and utilize the results of individual tests. Prerequisite(s): PTE 5383.

GUID 5343 - Counseling Children/Adolescent

This course covers the process and interventions in counseling children and adolescents. Different models of play and activity therapy will be examined. Specific developmental issues will be examined along with how these issues can be addressed via the media of play and through therapeutic games and activities. This course includes clinical observation and discussion of the observed cases. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5153, 5163 or concurrent enrollment.

GUID 5443 - Career Guidance

An introduction to the theories of career development, use and interpretation of career inventory data and identification and use of community resources and materials appropriate for use in a guidance program. Prerequisite(s): GUID 5013 or concurrent enrollment.

GUID 5652 - Developing Guidance Elementary School

A study of the typical needs common to the age groups found in elementary schools. There will be demonstrations of small and large group activities to provide for the optimal development of all elementary students. Topics will include coping skills, problem solving, social skills training, stress management, family relationships and others.

GUID 5900 - Practicum In Guidance

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

GUID 5910 - Seminar / Special Topics

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

GUID 5930 - Individual Study In Guidance

Credit will vary from 1 to 4 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

GUID 5950 - Internship

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study. Supervised practical experience gained in a professional field by an advanced or graduate student. During the internship the required Professional Portfolio will be completed and checked. CACREP guidelines require a 600 hour internship.

GUID 5960 - Institute In Guidance

Credit will vary from 1 to 8 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

GUID 5970 - Study Tour

Credit will vary. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.

GUID 5990 - Thesis

Credit will vary from 1 to 6 hours. Subject matter will vary within the department's field of study.