Introduction To Professional Counseling Credits: 3

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the professions of counseling and counseling psychology as practiced in a variety of settings. The course provides and overview of basic concepts of mental health, client problems, history of the profession, ethical and professional standards, counseling in a multicultural and pluralistic society, and licensure and credentialing. The course also orients students to the counseling program at UMKC. May be taken prior to admission.