COUN 6000. Introduction to Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduction to the philosophical bases, history, and development of counseling as a profession. Includes an emphasis on ethical and legal issues in the practice of counseling, as well as a focus on counselor roles and functions in various settings, and current issues in professional practice. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6001. Introduction to School Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Focuses on the principles and techniques of school counseling, as outlined by the American School Counselor Association National Model for School Counseling Programs. Covers consultation with parents and school personnel, program planning and curriculum intervention, roles and functions of counselors and other school personnel and contemporary school counseling issues. Prereq: COUN 6000 and COUN 6020.

COUN 6002. Introduction to Addiction-Mental Health Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduction to the prevention and treatment of substance abuse disorders. Emphasizes research-supported prevention and intervention strategies and counseling skills and approaches designed to meet individual client needs. Appropriate for students in behavioral health and related fields. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003.

COUN 6003. Foundations of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the history and philosophy of the counseling profession including the history, philosophy and trends in clinical mental health counseling. Examines ethical and legal considerations for counseling with an emphasis related to the practice of clinical mental health counseling. Addresses the roles and functions of clinical mental health counselors in various practice settings. Introduction to the professional organizations, preparation standards and credentials relevant to the practice of clinical mental health counseling. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6010. Professional Ethics and Legal Issues. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the ethical foundations and standards of the counseling profession. Reviews current legal concerns, ethical and legal guidelines and ethical decision-making practices for professional counselors in educational and clinical mental health counseling settings. Prereq: COUN 6001 or COUN 6003, or cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6020. Life-Span Human Development. 3 cr. hrs.

An examination of the interaction among biological, psychological, social and cultural factors that influence human development over the life-span. Discusses educational and counseling implications of these issues.

COUN 6030. Theories of Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Review and critical analysis of major theoretical systems of counseling. Focus on comparative evaluation of theoretical orientations as they apply to counseling.

COUN 6040. Multicultural Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Explores the topic of cultural diversity. Sensitizes students to the influence of culture on human behavior and its implications for professional practice as mental health practitioners. Concurrent field experiences and/or small group experiences may be required. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003; and COUN 6030.

COUN 6051. Introduction to Research Methods in Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Theories underlying various research methodologies and the research process. Development of a research proposal including the identification of a research problem and preparation of a research plan.

COUN 6060. Psychopathology. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduction to psychopathology with an emphasis on the DSM diagnostic system. Includes review of case studies.

COUN 6070. Assessment in Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduction to assessment for counselors. Provides knowledge needed to evaluate tests and other assessment data and interpret assessment reports. Develops skills for screening and evaluating counseling effectiveness. Includes discussion of legal and ethical issues. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003; and COUN 6030.

COUN 6080. Career Development and Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Theoretical approaches of career counseling. Psychological and sociological factors in life-long career-vocational development. Components of career development process and programs. Uses of occupational and educational information. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003.

COUN 6110. Individual Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Examines the theory and research on individual counseling. Emphasizes skill development in the techniques and methods of counseling. Concurrent field experiences may be required. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003 and cons. of instr.; or COPS 8000, COUN 6020 and cons. of instr.; admission to degree program.

COUN 6120. Group Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Purposes, functions, types, and principles of group counseling. Dynamics of group interaction. Leadership of groups. Understanding of and ability to engage in and evaluate small group processes and relationships. Students experience group processes and the therapeutic value of groups by participating as members of an in-class group or facilitating a group off-campus. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003, and COUN 6030; concurrent field experiences may be required.

COUN 6130. Introduction to Family Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Introduction to theoretical approaches and methods of family counseling. Overview of the history and current issues in family counseling. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003; and concurrent or previous enrollment in COUN 6030.

COUN 6210. Behavior Therapy. 3 cr. hrs.

Learning theory applied in home, school, and other settings. Includes behavioral assessment (interviewing, checklists, observation) and intervention procedures (reinforcement, token economies), maintenance and generalization issues, single subject research design, self-control.

COUN 6220. Consultation Strategies. 3 cr. hrs.

Analysis of consultation models, designing and implementing intervention strategies and evaluation of the total process. Introduction to the role and functions of a consultant. Analysis of current conceptual models, overview of design and implementation of intervention strategies and evaluation methods. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003.

COUN 6300. Counseling with Children and Adolescents. 3 cr. hrs.

Developmental stages and tasks of children and adolescents; theories and techniques of developmental and remedial counseling with children and adolescents; warning signs, possible causes, and prevention and intervention strategies of behavior problems. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003; COUN 6030 and COUN 6110.

COUN 6400. Leadership and Administration of Mental Health Services. 3 cr. hrs.

Focuses on administration, leadership and management of clinical mental health counseling services in the community. Examines state regulations for starting and operating a state-approved counseling agency. Additional topics focus on quality management, developing and managing a staff, financial concerns, marketing a practice and clinical and ethical practices important to effective management of clinical mental health services. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in COUN 6986 and cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6410. Leadership and Educational Administration for School Counseling. 3 cr. hrs.

Focuses on leadership and educational administration practices essential to the development of a comprehensive school counseling program within K-12 educational settings. Examines contemporary educational leadership practices, organizational structure of schools, school-community relations and the importance of these topics to school counseling practice. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in COUN 6986 and cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6931. Topics in Counseling. 2-3 cr. hrs.

In-depth study of theories and concepts in counseling which, because of their topicality, are not the subject of a regular course. Specific topics will be designated in the Schedule of Classes. Prereq: Cons. of instr.

COUN 6965. Counseling Practicum. 1-4 cr. hrs.

Supervised practicum experiences that total a minimum of 100 clock hours must be completed over the minimum of an academic term. Practicum includes all of the following: 1. 40 clock hours of direct service that leads to the development of counseling skills; 2. Weekly interaction with an average of one (1) hour per week of individual and/or triadic supervision throughout the practicum by a program faculty member, a student supervisor, or a site supervisor working in bi-weekly consultation with a program faculty member; 3. An average of one and one half (1 ½) hours per week of group supervision that is provided on a regular schedule throughout the practicum by a program faculty member or a student supervisor; 4. Opportunity for the student to develop program-appropriate audio/video recordings for use in supervision, and/or to receive live supervision of the student's interactions with clients; and 5. Evaluation of the student's counseling performance throughout the practicum including documentation of a formal evaluation after the student completes the practicum. S/U grade assessment. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6970. School Counseling Practicum. 1-4 cr. hrs.

Supervised practicum experiences that total a minimum of 100 clock hours must be completed over the minimum of an academic term. Practicum includes all of the following: 1. 40 clock hours of direct service that leads to the development of counseling skills; 2. Weekly interaction with an average of one (1) hour per week of individual and/or triadic supervision throughout the practicum by a program faculty member, a student supervisor, or a site supervisor working in bi-weekly consultation with a program faculty member; 3. An average of one and one half (1 ½) hours per week of group supervision that is provided on a regular schedule throughout the practicum by a program faculty member or a student supervisor; 4. Opportunity for the student to develop program-appropriate audio/video recordings for use in supervision, and/or to receive live supervision of the student's interactions with clients; and 5. Evaluation of the student's counseling performance throughout the practicum including documentation of a formal evaluation after the student completes the practicum. S/U grade assessment. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 6986. Internship in Counseling. 1-6 cr. hrs.

Supervised counseling experiences in assessment, diagnosis, intervention, prevention and consultation. Students engage in their practicum activities at approved sites in the greater Milwaukee area and meet on campus weekly for a didactic seminar and group supervision. Three credits of internship require a minimum of 300 clock hours of practicum activities. S/U grade assessment. Prereq: COUN 6000 or COUN 6003; COUN 6020, COUN 6030, COUN 6051, COUN 6060, COUN 6070, COUN 6110 and 6965; COUN 6040, COUN 6120 and COUN 6130 must be taken prior to or concurrently with COUN 6965; additional prerequisites may be required within each area of specialization.

COUN 9984. Master's Comprehensive Examination Preparation: Less than Half-Time. 0 cr. hrs.

Fee. SNC/UNC grade assessment. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 9985. Master's Comprehensive Examination Preparation: Half-Time. 0 cr. hrs.

Fee. SNC/UNC grade assessment. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.

COUN 9986. Master's Comprehensive Examination Preparation: Full-Time. 0 cr. hrs.

Fee. SNC/UNC grade assessment. Prereq: Cons. of dept. ch.