Research, Statistics, and Program Evaluation.

Catalog description

This course provides graduate students with foundational knowledge of research methods, statistical analyses, and program evaluation essential to the counseling and addiction professions. Students will engage with both quantitative and qualitative approaches to research, developing the skills needed to critically evaluate existing studies, design basic research projects, and assess program effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on research literacy as a core competency for evidence-based practice, including the ability to translate findings into meaningful clinical and organizational decision-making. Ethical and legal considerations, cultural responsiveness, and the assumptions underlying various research methodologies will be explored to ensure that students can evaluate and apply research in ways that honor client diversity and promote professional integrity.