Consultation

Catalog description

This course will cover the theory and practice of consultation. The consultation process will be examined from the following perspectives: psychodynamic, behavioral, ecological, instructional, social psychological, child advocacy, organization development, and process consultation. Each student will be expected to complete a practicum project using one of these perspectives. Strategies for understanding the impact of an agency upon the consultation process, moving from direct to indirect service delivery, evaluating consultation outcome, and understanding the interactive nature of the consultation process will also be addressed. This course will include at least three hours of training in ethical issues.