Applied Counsel:Adoles/Adult

Prerequisite: Matriculation in the MEd program in Counseling and CNGC 528 which may be taken concurrently, or consent of instructor In this course, awareness of characteristics and behaviors that influence the helping process will be explored, such as developmental issues, multicultural, ascribed and achieved personality characteristics. Students who intend to work with adolescents and/or adults in school or mental health settings, and who may also be seeking licensure as one or more of the following: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor will develop basic interviewing and counseling skills for the purpose of establishing a therapeutic relationship, diagnosis of client problems and implementing appropriate counseling treatment goals within the ethical guidelines. Offered fall and spring semesters. (Formerly CNGC 535)