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Course Descriptions: M.Ed. Clinical Mental Health Counseling

CNDV 5301: Human Growth and Development
A study of normal human development and the stages of physical intellectual, social and emotional growth from prenatal origins through old age.

CNDV 5302: Found/Clinic Men Health Counseling
This course focuses on the foundations of clinical mental health counseling. The course includes an exploration of the history, philosophy, trends and practice of clinical mental health counseling; the roles of clinical mental health counselors across practice settings; methods and models of clinical supervision; professional organizations, preparation standards and credentials. Prerequisites: Admission to the ذكذكتسئµ Partnership ذكذكتسئµ Offered: Spring

CNDV 5310: Counseling Skills
An introduction of facilitation skills and theory. In-depth analysis and demonstration of various facilitation techniques for use with counseling clients. Offered: Other

CNDV 5311: Indiv Counseling Theory/Technique
Theories of individual counseling with an emphasis on techniques and applications. Level 1 course required prior to CNDV 5310 and 5312

CNDV 5312: Group Counseling Theories/Technique
An analysis of group counseling theories, processes and techniques. (Pre-practicum course)

CNDV 5320: Multicultural Counseling
Studies in human diversity and cultural issues. Identifies the implications for counseling and learning and strategies for cross-cultural effectiveness in various settings. Offered: Other

CNDV 5322: Professionalism Ethics and Law
An overview of the profession with an emphasis on legal issues, ethical principles and professional standards of conduct in the area of counseling.

CNDV 5323: Career Development
A focus on theories of vocational choice, vocational assessment, sources of occupational and educational information and the career decision process. Prerequisites: CNDV 5301 or permission of instructor

CNDV 5324: Substance Abuse Counseling
The purpose of this course is to provide you with an understanding of drug and alcohol counseling. The course is designed to examine theories, techniques and practice of drug and alcohol counseling, sources of help and information in the field, methods of drug and alcohol counseling, assessment and program planning. Offered: Spring

CNDV 5334: Measurement and Assessment
Provides an understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation to include basic statistical concepts; standardized and non-standardized testing; strategies for selecting, administering and interpreting assessment; and evaluation instruments in educational and counseling settings.

CNDV 5350: Abnormal Human Behavior
A study of various symptom categories in psychopathology. The course will include an analysis of the diagnostic categories, as well as the research concerning etiology and treatment. Prerequisites: Approval of instructor or 12 semester hours of CNDV coursework

CNDV 5351: Consultation
This course has an emphasis on developing consultation skills for the counselor. Methods and techniques to assist the counselor in implementing appropriate consultation skills for problem management, intervention or prevention. Prerequisite: EDLD 5301

CNDV 5352: Crisis Prevention Intervention
This course introduces you to responsive services; crisis prevention and intervention; and counselor leadership in crisis events are the major topics. Specific crisis incidents and counseling responses will be emphasized. Offered: Spring

CNDV 5353: Research and ذكذكتسئµ Evaluation
This course introduces you to evaluation research and provides you with a foundation in the design of qualitative, quantitative and mixed-method approaches to counseling research and evaluation. You learn the strengths and limitations of each method and under what circumstances each approach would be the most appropriate. You learn how to identify a topic for research, how to conduct a literature search and the importance of scholarly writing. Prerequisites: Admission to the ذكذكتسئµ Partnership ذكذكتسئµ Offered: Spring

CNDV 5380: Seminar Counseling and Development
Designed to advance the professional competence of participants. For each seminar, a description of the particular area of study will be indicated. May be repeated for credit when nature of seminar differs sufficiently from one previously taken. Prerequisites: CNDV 5311 or approval of instructor

CNDV 5381: Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
An intensive exploration of the dynamics of marriage, couple and family relationships. A critical analysis of various counseling techniques and approaches will be established. Development of counseling skills will be a primary emphasis. Offered: Other

CNDV 5392: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Practicum
A field experience course with a focus on the practice of clinical mental health counseling with real clients within an approved and relevant setting. You are required to earn a minimum of 100 hours of supervised counseling experience, including 40 hours of direct service to clients and 60 hours of indirect service. Prerequisites:

  • CNDV 5302, CNDV 5310, CNDV 5311

CNDV 5393: Counseling and Development Practicum (Certificate ذكذكتسئµ)
A field experience course with a focus on the practice of clinical mental health counseling with real clients within an approved and relevant setting. You are required to earn a minimum of 150 hours of supervised counseling experience, including 40 hours of direct service to clients and 110 hours of indirect service. Prerequisites:

  • CNDV 5302, CNDV 5310, CNDV 5311

CNDV 5394: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Internship I and II
An advanced field experience course with a continued focus on the practice of clinical mental health counseling with real clients within an approved and relevant setting. You are required to earn a minimum of 600 hours of supervised counseling experience, including 240 hours of direct service with clients and 360 hours of indirect service. The semester prior to enrollment, you must complete the internship application process in TK20. Prerequisites:

  • You must complete all coursework before advancing to Internship.

For more information, please see our degree program page.