Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Introduction to Human Services 10520101 Examine the evolution of the human services field . Distinguish the various types of human service agencies and occupations available in the field . Demonstrate the qualities of the field professionals . Complete 10 hours of community service at an agency of learner ’ s choice outside of class time . Assess boundaries and ethical issues commonly found in the human services profession . Apply reflective practitioner techniques . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Interview & Counsel . 10550206 Analyze foundational skills in the counseling relationship . Analyze the stages of the helping processes and the roles professionals play in the processes . Analyze the importance of establishing therapeutic relationships . Apply basic counseling techniques . Apply interviewing and counseling skills through mock counseling sessions and personal experience reflections . Examine issues of boundaries and ethics . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 250 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )"; OR successful completion of English Comp 1 with a C or better . Contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ). Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
English Composition 1 10801136 Learners develop knowledge / skills in planning , organizing , writing , editing . Students will also analyze audience / purpose , use elements of research , format documents using standard guidelines , and develop critical reading skills . ( Prerequisite : High school GPA greater / equal to 2.6 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 18 ; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 260 ; OR " preparatory course ( s )", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Understanding Substance Use 10550201 Explore the bio-psych social dynamics of substance use . Examine treatment approaches , models , and screening criteria . Examine substances of abuse , history of SUDs , and their impact on the individual and society . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Emotional Intelligence 10520103 This course will introduce the student to the importance of emotional intelligence in the human services field . Emotional intelligence works to increase the student ’ s emotional self-awareness , self-regulation , core values internal motivation , increasing empathy , and building skills for interpersonal effectiveness needed to be an effective human service worker . Students will utilize these basic skills in the human service field to adapt and manage their responses to various situations . Apply reflective practitioner techniques . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Group Facilitation 10550204 An introduction to theory and practice of group dynamics and processes . Includes ethical considerations , effective group leadership , and stages of group development . Also includes demonstration of group facilitation skills , clinical documentation , co-facilitation strategies , reflective practitioner techniques , and group formation . ( Prerequisite : 10-550-206 , Intro to Interview . & Counsel .) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Boundaries Ethics Helping Prof 10550210 Evaluate the ethical codes of the helping professions . Examine professional boundaries related to the helping professions . Incorporate ethical standards into decision making processes . Examine ethical considerations related to professional standards for the helping professions . Examine ethical considerations related to state and federal regulations for the helping professions . Examine the ethical considerations related to professional self-care . ( Prerequisite : 10-550-206 , Intro to Interview & Counsel .) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Psychology 10809198 Survey of theoretical foundations of human behavior such as sensation and perception , motivation , emotions , learning , personality , psychological disorders , therapy , stress , and human diversity in personal , social and vocational settings . ( Prerequisite : Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing 1 with " B " or better OR Corequisite : 10-831-102 , English Comp Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Overview of Mental Health Dis 10550203 Provides an overview to the history , diagnosis , treatment strategies , legal and ethical considerations , and documentation of mental health conditions . Focus is on understanding the mental health conditions that co-occur with substance use disorders . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Foundations of Case Management 10550202 Introduction to case management techniques and processes . Incorporates intake assessment techniques , service planning techniques , referral processes , coordination of care , and discharge processes determined by a multidisciplinary team approach . Includes client self-determination and autonomy . Incorporates clinical documentation requirements and processes . ( Prerequisite : 10-550-206 , Intro to Interview & Counsel .) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Developmental Psychology 10809188 Defines human development ; examines theories ; heredity and environmental effects ; prenatal development and birth ; evaluates biosocial , cognitive psychosocial development through the life span ; aging , death , and dying . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
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