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for California State University, Fresno.
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for California State University, Fresno.
COURSES
Note: Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus sites for student teaching, field work, and observation and defray any resulting personal expense.
Counselor Education (COUN)
150. Laws Relating to Children (3)
Current and proposed legislation in parent-child relationships, adoption,
and guardianship, education of the minor, marriage contract, child labor,
juvenile delinquency, and child welfare programs.
174. Introduction to Counseling (3)
(Same as PSYCH 174.) An overview of basic counseling models, including
psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic approaches. Includes
a personal counseling experience.
176. Counseling and Mental Health (3)
Examination of the relationship between counseling and mental health with
emphasis on current issues of adjustment in society.
180T. Topics in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no area repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Seminar covering special topics
relating to counseling: new developments in counseling techniques, special
populations, and current research. (Successful Career Development, $10)
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Counselor Education (COUN)
201. Seminar in Multicultural Aspects of Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Cognitive and experiential study of social and psychological
variables which influence the cross-cultural counseling relationship. Culturally
relevant models of counseling theory and practice are explored. Current
research methods and findings are presented. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
202. Seminar in Group Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174, 200. Theories and methods of interpersonal communication
within groups, transferal of information, group leadership and membership,
role perceptions, verbal and nonverbal interaction, and group counseling.
(2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
203. Seminar in Assessment in Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: ERF 153. Selection, administration, and evaluation of psychological
tests and psychometric data for use in counseling settings. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours) (Course fee for assessment materials, $10)
206. Counseling Through the Lifespan (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Explores developmental issues and life events from
infancy through old age and their effect upon individual, couples and family
relationships. The impact of gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexual orientation
on developmental process is explored.
207. Psychopathology and the Diagnostic
and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174, 176 or equivalent. Analysis of psychopathology within
the framework of the current DSM. Emphasis on integrating the etiology of
the disorders with diagnosis, theory and treatment.
208. Practicum in Counseling (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: 12 units in counseling program, including COUN 200. Supervised
on-campus counseling experiences with selected clients. Experience in individual
counseling, critiquing of tapes and typescripts, observations, and case
report writing. Students must carry professional liability insurance. (2
seminar, 4 lab hours)
211. Seminar in Sexuality Counseling (3)
Presents an overview of theories and research for the treatment of sexual
issues, emphasizing relational and social contexts. Topics covered include
sexual disorders, sexual abuse, and gay/lesbian/bisexual issues. (Formerly
COUN 280T section)
213. Seminar in Therapeutic Methods
with Children, Adolescents, and Their Families (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 206 and 230. Theories and methods for assessing and
treating children, adolescents, and their families. Emphasis is placed on
strength-based approaches, play therapy, and current issues in child/adolescent
treatment. Covers parent education.
214. Student Development Theory and Higher Education (3)
Offers an examination of the major theories of college student development.
Theories are presented with an exploration of the conceptual framework,
relevant research and criticism, and counseling applications. Implications
for multicultural and ethical practice are presented throughout the course.
(Formerly COUN 280T section)
220. Seminar in Career Development Theory (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Examination of career development theories and research
for their implications in understanding career development generally and
career counseling specifically. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Course fee for
assessment materials, $10)
221. Seminar in Career Counseling: Methods and Materials (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 174, 220. Develop knowledge and skills necessary to
facilitate career assessment, decision-making, and job-seeking activities
of students and other clientele. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Course fee for
assessment materials, $10)
230. Seminar in Marriage and Family Therapy Theories (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Study of theories, techniques, and methodology
of marriage and family therapy. Current research and methods are presented.
(2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
231. Seminar in Ethics and Professional Practices
of Marriage and Family Therapy (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 230, and permission of instructor. Addresses
professional concerns, including legal/ethical issues, professional identity,
and Board of Behavioral Sciences regulations. Introduces family mediation
and professional consultation. Includes a minimum of seven training hours
in child abuse assessment and reporting in accordance with MFT licensing
requirements.
238. Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: COUN 207, 208, 230, and permission of instructor. Supervised
clinical experiences with families, couples, and/or children. Training in
family systems assessment and family communication techniques. Students
must carry professional liability insurance.
239. Field Placement in Marriage and Family Therapy
(3-12; max total 12)
Prerequisites: 40 units in counseling program, including COUN 200, 208,
238, and permission of instructor prior to semester enrollment. Supervised
practice of marriage and family therapy. Setting opportunities include community
agencies, school therapy programs, and hospitals. Typically requires a one-year
commitment. To receive credit, students must log a minimum of 150 hours,
which is one third of total required for graduation. CR/NC grading only.
240. Seminar in Counseling of Exceptional Children and Their Parents
(3)
Theories and techniques in working with parents of exceptional children;
emphasis placed on individual and group counseling skills with parents;
direct contact with families, case study, and current legislation. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours)
241. Seminar in Organization of Counseling Services (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 200. Organization, administration, and evaluation of
counseling programs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
242. Seminar on Parent Education, Pupil Advocacy, and Consulting (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 174 and 200 or equivalent. Emphasis on current theory
and methods of parent education, pupil advocacy, and consulting. Examination
of current models in each area including ethical standards, legal concepts,
and professional responsibilities. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
249A. Field Practice in Elementary School Counseling (4-8; max total
12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 208, and permission of instructor. Supervised practice
in an elementary school. Students must carry professional liability insurance.
Approved for SP grading. (160 hours of field practice required for 4 units
of credit)
249B. Field Practice in Middle or High School Counseling (4-8; max
total 12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 208, and permission of instructor. Supervised practice
in middle or high schools. Students must carry professional liability insurance.
Approved for SP grading. (160 hours of field practice required for 4 units
of credit)
249C. Field Practice in Student Services (4-8; max total 12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 208, and permission of instructor. Supervised practice
in a community college, college, or university. Students must carry professional
liability insurance. Approved for SP grading. (160 hours of field practice
required for 4 units of credit)
250. Seminar in Rehabilitation Counseling (3)
Seminar in the fundamental concepts of rehabilitation counseling and vocational
rehabilitation including examination and analysis of historical, philosophical,
organizational, and functional principles. Community rehabilitation agency
or orientation visits.
251. Medical Aspects of Disability (3)
Seminar in the treatment of disabling conditions including etiology, functional
limitations, and vocational implications. Student presentation of case studies.
252. Job Placement in the Rehabilitation Process (3)
An experiential seminar concerning the attitudes, skills, and abilities
necessary to provide effective vocational and job placement services to
the disabled, including vocational diagnosis, job development, placement
techniques, job analysis, affirmative action, and appropriate legislation.
(2 seminar, 3 lab hours)
253. Psychological and Social Aspects of Disability (3)
Seminar in psychological and sociological effects of physical and mental
disability and the dynamics of adjusting to disabling conditions. Student
presentation of case studies.
257. Case Practices in Rehabilitation Counseling (4)
Prerequisites: COUN 250, 251. Seminar in methods for facilitating client
rehabilitation including interviewing, case recording, plan development,
ethical practices; field placement in a community rehabilitation agency;
and student case presentations. (2 seminar, 6 lab hours)
258. Rehabilitation Counseling Practicum (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 250, 251, 252, 253, 257. Laboratory rehabilitation
counseling experiences with clients who are disabled, supervised individual
counseling sessions, analysis of the effects of disability on personal and
vocational development, methods of facilitating vocational rehabilitation,
observations, critiques, report writing. Students must carry professional
liability insurance. (2 seminar, 4 lab hours)
260. Current Professional Issues in Rehabilitation Counseling (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 250, 251. Seminar on current professional issues in
the field of rehabilitation counseling and vocational rehabilitation programs
in the public and private sectors with emphasis on ethical standards, legal
concepts, and professional development responsibilities.
261. Rehabilitation of the Severely Disabled (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 250, 251. Seminar on strategies to facilitate the vocational
rehabilitation of persons with severe disabilities with emphasis on the
principles of independent living, supported employment, client assistance
programs, and rehabilitation engineering/technology.
269. Internship in Rehabilitation Counseling (12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 202, 203, 250, 251, 252, 253, 257, 258, 260, 261,
permission of instructor. Full-time, supervised field placement in one of
a variety of settings including case responsibilities. CR/NC grading only.
280T. Advanced Topics in Counseling (1-3; max 12 if no topic is repeated)
Prerequisites: postbaccalaureate standing and permission of instructor.
Topics may include new developments in counseling techniques, rehabilitation
counseling practices, special populations, and current research.
290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement - Independent Study. Approved for SP grading.
298. Project (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. A project consists of a significant undertaking
appropriate to counseling such as the development of a program for counseling
service delivery, development of audio-visual materials or computer software
for counselor education or service delivery. An approved proposal is required
for enrollment. Approved for SP grading.
299. Thesis (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220 and completion of
an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. See School of Education and Human
Development's graduate programs coordinator for school thesis guidelines.
Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Counselor Education (COUN)
303. Human Interaction in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
An exploration of human interaction skills. The course is designed to improve
the ability to interact with others. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
380T. Topics in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
Selected areas in counseling; placement skills, vocational evaluation, research,
medical history, case management, mental health, counseling strategies,
and theoretical orientation. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
Special Education (SPED)
120. Teaching Students with Special Needs
in General Education Settings (3)
Prerequisites: EHD 50 or 115 or permission of the instructor. Introduction
to identification, characteristics, theories, curriculum, and instruction
for students with mild to severe disabilities, legislative guidelines, nondiscriminatory
assessment, parental involvement, and foundations in special education.
Includes 15 hours of observation/participation.
125. Positive Behavioral and Social Supports (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 130, 130A, or 152 and SPED 120, or permission of
instructor. Addresses effective behavior and social supports, emphasizing
philosophical approach, prevention, intervention, and corrective strategies
for teaching new behaviors. Completion of implementation with special education
students required.
135. Assessment and Instruction
in the Special Education Academic Curriculum (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 130, 130A, or 152 and SPED 120, or permission of
instructor. Addresses non-biased assessment for placement, curriculum development,
instruction, and implementation across placement options. Completion of
assessment and instruction of special education students in field sited
required. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
145. Assessment and Instruction
in Special Education Functional Curriculum (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 130, 130A, or 152 and SPED 120, or permission of
instructor. Addresses assessment, curriculum development, and instruction
in domestic, vocational, self-help, leisure/recreation, communication, social,
and mobility areas; environmental assessment; and implementation of functional
curriculum across settings. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
155. The Professional in Special Education (3)
Prerequisites: admission to special education program and concurrent
enrollment in SPED 175 or 176. Focuses on advanced application of models
for collaboration, application of foundations, and theory in special education;
advanced professional, legal, and ethical standards; and advocacy and self-advocacy.
160F. Fieldwork in Special Education
(1-3; max total 12)
Prerequisite: prior or concurrent enrollment permission of instructor.
Supervised observation and participation in selected programs for exceptional
individuals; educational planning, guidance and counseling.
175. Level I: Mild/Moderate Practicum (9)
Prerequisites: admission to special education program and completion
of all requirements for admission to special education student teaching.
Supervised field work in public school classrooms for students with mild
to moderate disabilities; 350 hours minimum including four consecutive weeks
of full day experience.
176. Level I: Moderate/Severe Practicum (9)
Prerequisites: admission to special education program and completion
of all requirements for admission to special education student teaching.
Supervised field work in public school classrooms for students with moderate
to severe disabilities; 350 hours minimum including four consecutive weeks
of full-day experience.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Special Education (SPED)
201. Seminar in Behavior Management (3)
Prerequisite: SPED 120 or equivalent. Behavior management principles, effective
discipline, programs, and techniques employed in special education and clinical
prescriptive teaching. Emphasis on school and home applications. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours)
202. Career Development and Transition for Students with Disabilities
(3)
Prerequisite: SPED 120 or permission of instructor. Seminar in the examination
of career education; models, curriculum scope and sequence, transitional
approaches to independent living, and the utilization of local, state, and
federal resources. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Test materials fee, $10)
205. Nature and Needs of Individuals
with Serious Emotional Disturbance/Behavior Disorders (3)
Addresses the characteristics and needs of the child with emotional and
behavioral disorders, and service delivery systems and agencies which exist
to meet those needs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
209A. Application of Theory into Practice in Special Education Settings
(3)
Supervised field experience with special education students and their
families with integration of applied research and theory into practice in
special education. Development of induction plan will include the candidate,
university supervisor, and employer school district representative/support
provider. (Minimum of 45 hours per unit) (Formerly SPED209)
209B. Application of Theory into Practice in Special Education Settings
(3)
Coordination of ongoing support for professional self-assessment, goal-setting,
and other induction plan components of SPED 209A. Support is provided by
collaboration between university and school district/agency personnel. (Minimum
of 45 hours per unit) (Formerly SPED 209)
211. Assessment of Learning Handicapped Students (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 153; SPED 120. Review of testing techniques and instruments,
and development of psychoeducational reports. Extensive independent child
study and evaluation with appropriate diagnostic instruments. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours) (Course fee for assessment materials, $10)
214. Trends and Issues in Special Education (3)
Provides discussion and analysis of current trends and issues in special
education as it relates to legislation, litigation, at-risk student, medically
involved student (e.g., HIV), multicultural considerations, consultative
models, technology, and professional ethics. (Formerly SPED 280T section)
215. Seminar in Curriculum for Learning Handicapped Students (3)
Prerequisites: SPED 120, 211. Current and effective instructional practices
in the curricular areas of language arts, mathematics, social studies, and
science for learning handicapped students; emphasis on the integration of
cognitive strategies and advanced technology. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
217. Advanced Instruction ofIndividuals with
Serious Emotional Disturbance/Behavior Disorders (3)
Designed to provide information relevant for planning, organizing, and managing
instructional programs for students with emotional and behavioral disorders
in a variety of settings. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
218. Practicum in Special Education: Learning Handicapped (5)
Prerequisites: ERF 153; SPED 120, 211; prior and/or simultaneous enrollment
in a maximum of 12 units in the following courses: SPED 201, 202, 214, 215,
235; COUN 240 or SPED 219. Clinical experience in diagnosis and evaluation
of the learning handicapped, prescriptive program development, prescriptive
instruction, and program management. Experience to include data gathering,
program planning and execution, evaluation, and consultation.
219. Home/School/Community Collaboration: Policy, Research, and Practice
(3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Examines educational, psychological,
and political issues that arise when developing collaborative relationships
with families, general educators, and other professionals. Primary focus
is on the development of materials, strategies, and skills to work with
families, including the culturally and linguistically diverse. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours)
220. Assessment of Individuals with Severe Disabilities (3)
Prerequisites: SPED 120. Presentation of assessment strategies and methods
used to identify current levels of educational performance for individuals.
Emphasis is upon assessment practices and community-based curriculum domains
which contribute data to the design of appropriate individualized education
plans. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
221. Instructional Methods for Students with Severe Disabilities (3)
Prerequisites: SPED 120, 220. Presentation of instructional approaches,
methods and techniques for individuals from birth to adulthood using home,
school and community-based curriculum content. Emphasis is upon educational
practices which contribute to the design, implementation, and evaluation
of appropriate individualized education programs and services. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours)
228. Advanced Practicum in Special Education
for Individuals with Severe Disabilities (5)
Prerequisites: ERF 153; SPED 120, 220, 221; prior or concurrent enrollment
in SPED 201, 202, 214; COUN 240 or SPED 219. Supervised, field-based experience
in advanced teaching methods and procedures for integrating required competencies
in the areas of program organization, management of teaching environments,
skill assessment and instructional planning, behavior management, IEP implementation,
program evaluation, teacher and parent consultation, microtechnology, and
continuing professional development.
233. Seminar in the Special Educator as Researcher (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 153 and 220. Examines the special educator as researcher
from several perspectives through reading and analysis of contemporary and
emerging research in special education; attending colloquia with special
educators who are conducting research; and developing and beginning implementation
of pilot research and project designs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
235. Assessment and Development
of Social Affective Education Programs (3)
Prerequisite: SPED 120 or equivalent. Seminar. Development and remediation
of social skills and affective abilities. Model programs for normal children
and prescriptive interventions for those with social and personal behavior
disorders. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly SPED 213)
236. Seminar in Social Curriculum and Communication (3)
Research and practice in assessment and instruction of communication and
social interaction curriculum; advanced behavioral, emotional, and environmental
supports for students with moderate to severe disabilities. Includes analysis
of behavior, communication systems, adapted technology, and team participation
with other specialists.
237. Seminar in Program Management
for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)
Students will learn to analyze assessment and performance data for the purpose
of designing or modifying curriculum and instructional methods to facilitate
the successful participation of students in general or special education
classrooms. Additionally, students will examine current research and the
implications for programming for students with mild/moderate disabilities.
238. Clinical Field Experience in Serious Emotional Disturbance/Behavior Disorders (3) Designed to provide clinical experience in diagnosis and evaluation of the serious emotionally and behaviorally disordered, prescriptive program development, prescriptive instruction, and program management. Experience to include data gathering, program planning and execution, evaluation, consultation, and collaboration. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
240. Seminar in Program Management
for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3)
Current and emerging research in quality program characteristics; assessment
and instruction of vocational, functional, academic, personal management
(including self-help, domestic, and community); collaboration and leadership
in programs for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
280T. Advanced Topics in Special Education (1-3; 12 if no area is repeated)
Prerequisites: postbaccalaureate standing and permission of instructor.
Topics may include special education legislation, parenting, transitional
programming, parents as teachers, adolescents and adults with disabilities,
current research, child abuse, gifted and talented.
290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
298. Project (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B
average on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220. See Criteria for Thesis and Project. A project
consists of a significant undertaking appropriate to special education such
as the development of courses of study, instructional manuals, teachers'
guides, intervention programs, and computer software. An approved proposal
is required for enrollment. Approved for SP grading.
299. Thesis (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220 and completion of
an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. See School of Education and Human
Development's graduate programs coordinator for school thesis guidelines.
Approved for SP grading.
(See Course Numbering System.)
Special Education (SPED)
380T. Topics in Special Education (1-3; max total 12 if no topic
repeated)
Selected areas in special education; identification of exceptional students,
assessment of learning disabilities, focus on specific disabling conditions,
instructional methods, parent involvement with handicapped students, federal
and state legislation. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
Counseling and Special Education Degrees