The Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Catalog description

This course provides an understanding of the history, philosophy, and trends in clinical mental health counseling. The roles and functions, preparation standards, and professional issues of the clinical mental health counselor in a multicultural society are discussed. Students will develop an understanding of how clinical mental health counselors interact with government agencies, health care providers, and social service organizations during policy making, financing of services, advocacy for clients, and during interdisciplinary consultation. Topics specific to state, regional, and national mental health trends and issues are also addressed. PREREQ: Admission to the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.