3 |
Students will gain an advanced knowledge and practice with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT ) theory and practice . This course focused on the use of CBT theory to understand clients and practice of appropriate CBT theory based interventions with clients . Students will design a treatment plan , employ various CBT techniques based on that treatment plan and evaluate their effectiveness . Mock counseling practice and video demonstration is a key component of this course . |
Take CNS-520 . ( Required , Previous ). | Take CNS-501 . ( Required , Previous ). |
CNS-517 |
Psychopharmacology |
3 |
An introduction to psychopharmacology for counseling professionals . Understanding drug mechanisms and actions , their efficacy , their risks and the roles of counselors in working with clients taking medication will be discussed . Awareness of the current positions in the use of psychopharmacology in the treatment of mental disorders is also addressed . |
CNS-518 |
College Planning |
3 |
This course exposes the student to the college planning , application and admission process including admission criteria for various levels of college , counseling and admission activities for normal and special student populations , the financial aid process / application and an understanding of the current issues confronting school counselors in the college selection , application and admission process . Students will be exposed to resources available in the college admissions process ; electronic and print material , software , web-sites , and organizations . |