Counseling Military Personnel and Veterans

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of counseling military personnel, veterans, and their families. The course is an introductory framework and will explore military culture(s) to include foundational knowledge about rank structures, ethos, and working within a military paradigm. In addition, the course will give students information about the unique challenges military families encounter to include separation, academic/professional issues for children and partners, and relocations. Further, the course will help students better understand common mental health issues related to trauma, traumatic brain injuries, and substance use. Students will also gain knowledge related to working with both active duty personnel as well as with reservists. Lastly, the course is aimed at developing a solid understanding of the types of work environments in which counselors may work.