Foundations of Mental Health Counseling

Overview

Subject area

EDG

Catalog Number

750

Course Title

Foundations of Mental Health Counseling

Description

Orientation to mental health counseling; overview of the historical, philosophical, legislative, and organizational perspectives of the mental health counseling profession; professional identity, evidence-based practice, research, and the role of the clinical mental health counselor in serving culturally diverse populationsemphasizing ethical and legal standards; private and public sectors and facilities; and the professional and membership organizations representing consumers and practitioners. (10 fieldwork hours required.)Pre-requisite: EDG 707.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

033648

Course Schedule