Introduction to Professional School Counseling

Catalog description

Overview of the clinical mental health and school counseling profession and its areas of specialization, training, and concern. It examines program development and administration, relevant laws and applications, as well as one's professional identity as a counselor. Overview of essential school counseling services and the role and function of the school counselor with emphasis on developing, and managing, and evaluating a comprehensive counseling program within the realms of an entire school. Integrates special education, technology, legal and ethical issues.