Develops basic skills and techniques needed for a person to be effective in the helping process and to learn about the qualities and conditions necessary for counseling.

PCO 4242 Introduction to Group Counseling . . . . . 3(3,0)

Theory, research and practice of group processes. The course provides an opportunity for participation or observation of group counseling.

PCO 4310 Intervention in Addictions . . . . . 3(3,0)

Models of addictive behaviors and implications for assessment and treatment of addiction. Emphasis primarily on alcohol and drug abuse, with information on smoking and obesity included.

PCO 6206C Ethical and Professional Issues in Counseling . . . . . 3(2,1)

Practice in basic counseling techniques; current professional, ethical and legal issues in counseling; and special topics. Prerequisite: PCO 4202 and PPE 4003, or PCO 6216.

PCO 6216 Theories of Individual Counseling . . . . . 3(3,0)

Overview of major contemporary theoretical approaches to individual counseling and psychotherapy.

PCO 6246 Theories of Group Counseling . . . . . 3(3,0)

Overview of major contemporary theoretical approaches to group counseling and psychotherapy. Prerequisite: PCO 4202 or PCO 6216.

PCO 6946 Practicum in Counseling I . . . . . 3(2,8)

Basic communication skills, issues in counseling and case supervision. Emphasis on individual counseling. During term student is placed in community agency for 8 10 hours per week. In addition, there is a two hour seminar and a one hour individual supervision session each week. Prerequisite: CLP 5166 (may be taken concurrently), PCO 6216, PCO 6206C and permission of instructor.

PCO 6947 Practicum in Counseling II . . . . . 3(2,8)

Individual counseling experiences with a gradual emphasis on leading and facilitating groups. During term student is placed in community agency for eight to ten hours per week. In addition, there is a two hour seminar and a one hour supervisory session each week. Prerequisite: PCO 6946; Pre or Corequisites: PCO 6246 and permission of instructor.

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