Offered by Department of Counseling and School Psychology:

Community Counseling Information

Graduates of this program find employment in a variety of settings. Program objectives for the community counseling students are as follows:

The professional counselor...

1. has a foundation in counseling knowledge and skills that prepares the counselor to adapt to changing needs of the individual, group and/or family.
2. has personal traits and characteristics that are consistent with the role and function of a counselor.
3. has knowledge and skills regarding ethical, legal and regulatory standards of the profession.
4. has knowledge and skills in the counseling and consultation process.
5. has knowledge and skills in case conceptualization and management.
6. has knowledge and skills in client/program assessment and evaluation.
7. has knowledge and competency in oral and written communication.
8. has knowledge regarding research in counseling outcome research and its implications for professional practice.