May 17, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Course Descriptions


 

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJ 6665 - Emergency and Crisis Management


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An examination of the theory and practice of emergency management. Course reviews principles and practices of emergency and crisis management. The issues, policies and responses necessary to coordinate and collaborate with other agencies in an emergency situation will be examines. Application of these policies, issues and principles will involve using cases and scenarios.

  
  • CJ 6667 - Intelligence Analysis


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Examines the disciplines of criminal and intelligence analysis as an evolving interdisciplinary approach to address and support the Homeland Security function, and complex investigations such as organized crime. The course is an integration of theory, software application for investigative analysis, and application of information management.

  
  • CJ 6669 - Legal Aspects of Security


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A historical and legal exploration of security law in the United States.

  
  • CJ 6671 - Organization Theory


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An examination of the theories of modern criminal justice organization, including current trends and development.

  
  • CJ 6680 - Criminal Justice Study Abroad


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An examination of the differences in criminal justice system between the US and a chosen foreign country, unique crime problems faced by the chosen country, and their tactics to handle the problems.

  
  • CJ 6692 - Internship in Criminal Justice


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Application of skills and knowledge of Criminal Justice in government agency, public service institution or similar situation under the supervision of a faculty member.

    Prerequisite(s): CJ 6620 , CJ 6622 , CJ 6636, CJ 6650 , and approval of the student’s academic advisor and/or graduate coordinator
  
  • CJ 6693 - Master’s Project


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An applied professional research project involving the analysis of a management or public policy problem, designed for the student who does not wish to write a thesis but nonetheless desires to prepare a major written work in the field of criminal justice.

  
  • CJ 6696 - Internship 2 in Criminal Justice


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Application of skills and knowledge of Criminal Justice in government agency, public service institution or similar situation under the supervision of a faculty member.

    Prerequisite(s): CJ 6620 , CJ 6622 , CJ 6636, CJ 6650 , and approval of the student’s academic advisor and/or graduate coordinator.

Communication Studies

  
  • COM 5531 - Interpersonal Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of theories of Communication behavior in relatively unstructured face-to-face situations, including small-group discussion.

  
  • COM 5541 - Oral Interpretation


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study and application of the principles and practices of oral interpretation (reading) of literature, including individual and ensemble performance.

  
  • COM 5542 - Rhetoric


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the historical development of rhetorical theory in Western thought from the Classical to the Contemporary periods and its relationship to practice and criticism. The course includes opportunities for advanced public speaking and small group discussion.

  
  • COM 6600 - Communication and Influence


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This class is designed to increase the students’ understanding of and ability to use social media in an advocacy role. Students will study argument, interaction and political communication in personal, print, and online environments. Emphasis is placed on persuasion theories and the role of messages as agents for change.

  
  • COM 6601 - Introduction to Strategic Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course surveys the historical and cultural impact of human and mass communication, including inventions, innovators and technology. It also discusses the social effects and ethical concerns of communication and prepares students for related graduate coursework, including academic writing. Required as a first course for all students without a communication-related undergraduate degree.

  
  • COM 6605 - Strategic Communication Theories


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Students will explore communication theories from classical to current times along with their practical applications. Special attention is placed on crisis communication and the role of new technologies.

  
  • COM 6610 - Leadership and Media Strategies


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Using leadership skills to approach communication effectively with a variety of media tools. Topics include media relations, media characteristics, media decisions, the impact of emerging communication technologies on the communication process, mentoring communication skills, presentation skills and media budgets.

  
  • COM 6620 - Contemporary Issues in Strategic Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The study of contemporary issues related to strategic communication and appropriate delivery mechanisms. Students will develop communication plans for critical audiences facing problematic situations.

  
  • COM 6625 - Specialized Study in Area of Speech Communication


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    Under the supervision of the faculty course supervisor the student may pursue an extensive study of a particular area which fits his/her academic needs but is not available in the regular curriculum. Each proposal must be approved the preceding term by adviser, course supervisor, and department chair. Total credit for any combination of enrollments in these courses may not exceed six hours. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section. Total specialized study hours may not exceed six semester hours.

  
  • COM 6626 - Specialized Study in Area of Speech Communication


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    Under the supervision of the faculty course supervisor the student may pursue an extensive study of a particular area which fits his/her academic needs but is not available in the regular curriculum. Each proposal must be approved the preceding term by adviser, course supervisor, and department chair. Total credit for any combination of enrollments in these courses may not exceed six hours. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section. Total specialized study hours may not exceed six semester hours.

  
  • COM 6627 - Specialized Study in Area of Speech Communication


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    Under the supervision of the faculty course supervisor the student may pursue an extensive study of a particular area which fits his/her academic needs but is not available in the regular curriculum. Each proposal must be approved the preceding term by adviser, course supervisor, and department chair. Total credit for any combination of enrollments in these courses may not exceed six hours. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section. Total specialized study hours may not exceed six semester hours.

  
  • COM 6630 - Strategic Communication and Emerging Media


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Students will examine the strategic use of emerging media in communication campaigns. Topics include Internet usage, audience analysis, media relations, public relations media plans, social media advertising, blogs, electronic publishing and web design.

  
  • COM 6635 - Strategic Organizational Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course allows students to discuss the impact of mediated communications within organizations and how to use digital and conventional communication technologies to reach diverse publics.

  
  • COM 6640 - Global Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The study of elements of cross-cultural communication and global markets. The course focuses on developing skills to improve communication across cultural barriers in a diverse environment. Students will learn about ethical and effective communication in diverse domestic work places and in the international business environment.

  
  • COM 6691 - Strategic Communication Inquiry and Research


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The examination and evaluation of research methods used with strategic communication data. Students will apply this knowledge in a study of communication problems. Students may not enroll in COM 6699  without successfully completing this course. A grade of “B” or better is required.

  
  • COM 6699 - Strategic Communication Capstone


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides a culminating experience in which students will integrate the theoretical and practical strategic communication skills developed in prior courses. Students will apply these skills by developing an effective communication campaign. A grade of “B” or better is required. This course is open only to students who have successfully completed 24 hours of coursework (including COM 6600 , COM 6605 , COM 6691  and JRN 6640 ) in the program. This course may only be taken in the students final term of the program.

  
  • COM 8801 - Topics in Global Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course examines the multifaceted world of communication in the 21st century concepts, terms, and processes. Additionally, students explore the history, score and structure of communication in the United States and globally.

  
  • COM 8802 - Seminar in Global Conflict and Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Conflict in global organizations influences global communication. Students will explore conflict as a part of the communication process, analyzing issues, problem-solving, and critically thinking.

  
  • COM 8803 - Survey of Global Communication Studies


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course explores global communication in the organization from the perspective of real-life issues, using case studies.

  
  • COM 8804 - Contemporary Issues in Global Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course explores contemporary issues in communication, evolving technologies, and how communication is impacted by changes in the globalization process.

  
  • COM 8805 - Global Communication


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course examines communication from a global leadership perspective. Communication in the complex organization impacts the culture and working environment of the organization. Communication will be explored through theory as well as real-life settings.

  
  • COM 8806 - Seminar in Global Media


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Global communication as a medium is explored. The course examines the medium of global communication as representation, reflection, and an influencer.


Counseling

  
  • CP 6600 - Professional Orientation and Ethics


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An introductory course to the world of professional counseling. Course content includes historical overview, concepts, approaches, philosophy and development of the counseling profession. Professional roles, organizations, credentialing, legal/ethical issues, and professional standards of care are covered.

    Prerequisite(s): Recommended first course.
  
  • CP 6601 - Legal, Ethical, and Professional Standards


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course assists counseling personnel in acquiring information and understanding necessary to effectively deal with legal, ethical and professional standards of the counseling profession.

  
  • CP 6602 - Treatment of Behavioral Addictions


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The study of behavioral additions to include their history and etiology. The course will also comprise of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment considerations specific to behavioral addictions.

  
  • CP 6605 - Foundations of Mental Health Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the historical, philosophical, societal, cultural, economic, and political dimensions within mental health practice. This course will address the professional identity, functions, and issues facing mental health practitioners principles, theories, and practice of community intervention and the human services network; fiscal and administrative management of programs; and public policy and governmental relations impacting mental health services.

  
  • CP 6610 - Facilitation Skills and Counseling Techniques


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A focus on the development and application of basic facilitation skills necessary for becoming an effective helping professional. Skills are developed through a combination of didactic, experiential, and demonstrated learning activities to train the beginning counselor in the establishment and maintenance of therapeutic relationships.

  
  • CP 6616 - Treatment of Addictive Family Diseases


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of typical characteristics of dysfunctional families. Provides the basis for suggested intervention techniques, appropriate areas of family education, and guidelines for effective therapy.

  
  • CP 6617 - Treatment Theories and Modalities of Addictive Disease


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of historical perspectives and the most effective treatment and assessment approaches of addictive diseases.

  
  • CP 6618 - Counseling Military Service Personnel and their Families


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Examines essential knowledge and current research on counseling issues that impact military personnel and their families. Analyzes the concerns that affect military families through pre, during, and post-deployment, as well as significant issues for children and adults in school and agency settings. Also addresses issues relating to student veterans pursuing postsecondary education.

  
  • CP 6619 - Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, and Community Reintegration for Military Service Populations


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Utilizes essential knowledge and current research on counseling issues that impact military personnel and their families. Obtains, analyzes and applies assessments, evaluative data, and diagnostic information to the development of comprehensive treatment planning for behavioral symptoms, short-term objectives, long term goals and therapeutic interventions for military personnel and their family members in personal, educational, and community environments. Psychopharmacology treatment interventions are covered.

  
  • CP 6620 - Readings in Counseling and Psychology


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    An independent exploration of the literature related to verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, and human relations under the supervision of a faculty member. An examination will be required upon the conclusion of the course. This course may be offered as a seminar. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6621 - Readings in Counseling and Psychology


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    An independent exploration of the literature related to verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, and human relations under the supervision of a faculty member. An examination will be required upon the conclusion of the course. This course may be offered as a seminar. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6622 - Readings in Counseling and Psychology


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    An independent exploration of the literature related to verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, and human relations under the supervision of a faculty member. An examination will be required upon the conclusion of the course. This course may be offered as a seminar. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6625 - Specialized Study in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or a topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6626 - Specialized Study in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or a topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6627 - Specialized Study in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or a topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required. See semester hour limits listed under Course Restrictions  in General Regulations section.

  
  • CP 6633 - Spiritual Issues in Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Spiritual issues in counseling is a course designed to assist students to become more informed about and aware of spiritual issues that affect themselves, their clients, and society. The topics discussed in class have to do with a survey of religious/spiritual traditions, assessing religious/spiritual dimensions, theories of religious/spiritual models, ethics of working with clients around religious/spiritual issues, and strategies and techniques for treatment interventions around religious/spiritual dimensions.

  
  • CP 6634 - Drug Education, Prevention, and Intervention


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of commonly abused drugs, drug abuse prevention, and treatment techniques. Examines characteristics of people at high risk to become substance abusers/addicted.

  
  • CP 6635 - Crisis Response Management


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides community personnel, school personnel and other education and/or health professionals/paraprofessionals information about the nature of global and local disasters. Course content includes appropriate responses to a variety of crisis scenarios and information on major theories of crisis intervention.

  
  • CP 6636 - Foundations of Student Affairs


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the field of student affairs in higher education through a review of its historical and philosophical influences; purpose, roles, and functions; and contemporary issues and trends.

  
  • CP 6637 - Administration of Student Affairs Programs


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required for effective administration of student affairs in higher education. The course will focus on designing, managing, and evaluating student affairs programs.

  
  • CP 6638 - Internship Student Affairs Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised student affairs counseling experiences in the college environment. The experience is accompanied by scheduled on-campus supervision with the university supervisor. Internship equals 300 clock hours, to include 120 hours of direct student affairs service. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6650 .
  
  • CP 6639 - Internship Student Affairs Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised student affairs counseling experiences in the college environment. The experience is accompanied by scheduled on-campus supervision with the university supervisor. Internship equals 300 clock hours, to include 120 hours of direct student affairs service. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6638 .
  
  • CP 6641 - School Counseling and Program Management


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    In this course students will study planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive developmental school guidance program. The school counselor’s role as an advocate and school leader will be emphasized. Historical perspective, new academic achievement, guidance curriculum and ethical and legal issues will be included.

  
  • CP 6642 - Group Dynamics and Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The study of group dynamics and group counseling theories, including ethics, group leadership styles, types of groups, group counseling methods and skills, group developmental stages, and therapeutic factors of group work. Experiential activities included.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6610 
  
  • CP 6644 - Community Counseling Services


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of multifaceted, comprehensive, community counseling and school psychological services, needs assessment, resource identification, program development, and program evaluation. Alternative models of service delivery and alternative sources of funding and program regulation are explored.

  
  • CP 6645 - Current Trends in School Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The course is designed to provide the students with relevant information and current trends in the school counseling profession.

  
  • CP 6649 - Theories of Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the major theoretical approaches in counseling including the affective, behavioral, and cognitive theories. Application of theories to basic types of problems in the counseling relationship is included. Includes case studies, class demonstrations and roleplaying.

  
  • CP 6650 - Practicum


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This study provides an opportunity for the student to perform, under supervision, a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor would perform. Practicum provides for the development of counseling skills under supervision. The student must complete 100 clock hours including a minimum of 40 hours of direct service with clients. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly on campus group supervision designed to provide opportunity for analysis and evaluation of supervised activity. Students enrolled in practicum must complete requirements in program major area. Students changing majors will be required to retake practicum in another program area. Grading system is Pass / Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and department chair required. CP 6600 , CP 6610 , CP 6642 , and CP 6649  are required for all programs. In addition, PSY 6669  and PSY 6670  are required for Clinical Mental Health; CP 6652  is required for Rehabilitation Counseling; CP 6641  is required for School Counseling.
  
  • CP 6651 - Counseling Diverse Populations


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the psychological and sociological factors relative to cultural diversity. Special emphasis is placed on current practices utilized in counseling interventions with culturally diverse populations. Special emphasis is placed on current practices utilized in counseling interventions with diverse populations as well as increasing counselor sensitivity to the unique needs and experiences of such populations.

  
  • CP 6652 - Rehabilitation Delivery and Process


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the rehabilitation process including historical developments, philosophical bases, and legal aspects, with an emphasis on the operational aspects of rehabilitation service delivery systems.

  
  • CP 6654 - Sexual Minority Issues in Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Examines essential knowledge and current research on counseling issues that impact Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, Ally and Two-Spirited populations. Analyzes the historical and current perceptions and concerns that affect LGBTQQ1A2S adults, adolescents and children. Examines counseling competencies, developmental models and treatment modalities in relation to these populations’ needs.

  
  • CP 6655 - Practicum General Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This study provides an opportunity for the student to perform, under supervision, a variety of activities that a regularly employed counselor would perform. Practicum provides for the development of counseling skills under supervision. The student must complete 100 clock hours including a minimum of 40 hours of direct service with clients. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly on-campus group supervision designed to provide opportunity for analysis and evaluation of supervised activity. Grading system is Pass / Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and department chair required. CP 6600 , CP 6610 , CP 6642 , CP 6649 . This practicum does NOT meet criteria for licensure.
  
  • CP 6656 - Marriage, Family, and Sex Therapy Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The course is designed to provide the student with a conceptual framework for dealing with marriage, family, and sex problems. Students will be equipped with the skills necessary for working with all members of the family.

  
  • CP 6657 - Internship: School Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised school based experience at both the elementary and secondary levels. The school-based experience will be accompanied by scheduled on campus supervision with the university supervisor. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship, to include 120 hours of direct student service. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6650 .
  
  • CP 6658 - Internship: School Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised school-based experience at both the elementary and secondary levels. The school based experience will be accompanied by scheduled on campus supervision with the university supervisor. Internship equals 300 clock hours, to include 120 hours of direct student service. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6657 .
  
  • CP 6659 - Internship: Mental Health


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform under supervision a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor in an agency setting would be expected to perform. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly group supervision. Course equals 300 hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6660 - Internship: Mental Health


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform under supervision a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor in an agency setting would be expected to perform. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6661 - Internship: Mental Health


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform under supervision a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor in an agency setting would be expected to perform. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6662 - Internship: Community Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised, on-the-job, experiences in Community Counseling. These field experiences are accompanied by weekly, on-campus, supervised sessions. Students must receive individual and group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6663 - Internship: Community Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised, on-the-job, experiences in Community Counseling. These field experiences are accompanied by weekly, on-campus, supervised sessions. Students must receive individual and group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6665 - Internship: Addictions Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor in an Addictions Counseling Treatment setting would be expected to perform. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6666 - Internship: Addictions Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform a variety of activities that a regularly employed professional counselor in an Addictions Counseling Treatment setting would be expected to perform. Experiences are accompanied by regularly scheduled, weekly group supervision. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

  
  • CP 6670 - Internship: Rehabilitation Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised experiences in a rehabilitation setting. The experience will be accompanied by scheduled on campus supervision with the university supervisor. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of CP 6650  and adviser approval.
  
  • CP 6671 - Internship: Rehabilitation Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides supervised experience in a rehabilitation setting. The experience will be accompanied by scheduled on campus supervision with the university supervisor. Course equals 300 clock hours of internship. Students may take up to six semester hours of internship per semester with adviser approval. Each student must complete 120 hours of direct service with clients. Grading system is Pass / Fail.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6650  
  
  • CP 6680 - Counseling Approaches to Working with Individuals who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course offers students an opportunity to learn the principles of deaf culture and apply medical, psychological, and sociological research/techniques to counseling with individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  
  • CP 6681 - Seminar: Counseling Approaches to Working with Visual Impairment


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course is taken in conjunction with the practicum/internship in rehabilitation counseling, offers students an opportunity to apply medical, psychological and sociological research/techniques to counseling with individuals who are visually impaired.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  
  • CP 6682 - Leadership and Advocacy: Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The purpose of this course is to develop an appreciation for the organization, administration, and coordination of services for individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Strategies for consulting with various agencies, educating the general public, counseling with individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, and their families as well as approaches for advocating for these populations will be explored.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6652  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CP 6683 - Leadership and Advocacy: Visual Impairment


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The purpose of this course is to develop an appreciation for the organization, administration and coordination of services for the visually impaired. Strategies for consulting with various agencies, educating the general public, counseling with the visually impaired and their families as well as approaches for advocating for these populations will be explored.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6650 , CP 6652 , PSY 6653 . Taken in conjunction with internship.
  
  • CP 6685 - Case Management


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the case management process, including case findings, service coordination, referral and utilization of other disciplines, and client advocacy.

  
  • CP 6686 - Job Development and Placement


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of the analysis of job development and placement in the rehabilitation process and related fields.

  
  • CP 6687 - Job Development, Placement, and Workplace Accommodations for Individuals with Severe Disabilities


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course is a study of effective job development and placement techniques and workplace strategies in the rehabilitation process for individuals who are Blind, Deaf, Hard-of-hearing, Mentally Ill, and individuals who have Traumatic Brain Injuries, Spinal Cord Injuries, Learning Disabilities, and Multiple Disabilities.

  
  • CP 6691 - Research Methodology


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The study and evaluation of research methods commonly used in the social sciences. The course will provide information necessary to understand and apply research processes, synthesize knowledge and writing, and plan and organize research problems for interpretation and application of research results. Application of these skills in the form of a written project using the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) is required. Students enrolled in the Counseling and Psychology programs are required to take CP 6691 Research Methods at Troy University. This course cannot be substituted with another Troy University research course. However, a graduate-level Research Methods course taken at another CACREP-accredited program can be transferred upon approval. A grade of “B” or better is required.

  
  • CP 7700 - Advanced Practicum in Group Leadership


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Supervised training in group leadership, including experiential and didactic activities, focusing on group facilitation. Enrollment restricted to Ed.S. students.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6642  and CP 6650  or equivalents and permission of the instructor.
  
  • CP 7701 - Seminar in Counseling and Student Personnel Work


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    Individual readings and conferences, group discussions and reports focusing on the advanced student’s special interest in counseling and human development. Emphasizes research findings.

  
  • CP 7702 - Advanced Theories and Techniques of Counseling


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An in-depth study of current viable theories of counseling utilizing techniques appropriate for each framework. Some areas to be covered include the cognitive, affective, and eclectic approaches.

    Prerequisite(s): CP 6649  or equivalent
  
  • CP 7725 - Advanced Studies in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required.

  
  • CP 7726 - Advanced Studies in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required.

  
  • CP 7727 - Advanced Studies in Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    A study of a problem or topic using research techniques or a guided program of readings. Preparation of a scholarly paper is required and may involve an oral defense. A specialized study may be substituted for only one required course or elective in a student’s program. Approval by the student’s adviser, the course instructor, and department chair is required.

  
  • CP 7740 - Theories of Counseling Supervision


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    A focus on the theories and techniques utilized in counseling supervision will be studied. Students will experience components of the process involved in the supervisor/supervisee relationship and will be provided with basic supervisory skills.

    Prerequisite(s): Advisor Approval
  
  • CP 7753 - Internship: Advanced Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides advanced graduate students with fulltime, supervised, on-the-job experience in settings appropriate to their area of specialization. Experiences accompanied by weekly on-campus meetings designed to provide opportunity for analysis and evaluation of supervised activity. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

  
  • CP 7754 - Internship: Advanced Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides advanced graduate students with fulltime, supervised, on-the-job experience in settings appropriate to their area of specialization. Experiences accompanied by weekly on-campus meetings designed to provide opportunity for analysis and evaluation of supervised activity. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

  
  • CP 7755 - Internship: Advanced Counseling


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides advanced graduate students with fulltime, supervised, on-the-job experience in settings appropriate to their area of specialization. Experiences accompanied by weekly on-campus meetings designed to provide opportunity for analysis and evaluation of supervised activity. Grading system is Pass/Fail.

  
  • CP 7791 - Research Seminar


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides in-depth assistance to prepare students for development of, research for, and preparation of theses or field project proposal.

  
  • CP 7792 - Research Seminar


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides in-depth assistance to prepare students for development of, research for, and preparation of theses or field project proposal.

  
  • CP 7793 - Research Seminar


    1-3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides in-depth assistance to prepare students for development of, research for, and preparation of theses or field project proposal.

  
  • CP 7794 - Field Project


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    An independent study of a problem of a practical nature which is encountered in a field setting. A proposal for the study and a written report of the findings must be approved by the student’s advisory committee. The advisory committee will administer an oral examination covering the research findings. Grading system is Pass/Fail. Enrollment limited to Ed.S. students.

  
  • CP 7795 - Thesis


    3-6 Semester Hour(s)

  
  • CP 7796 - Research for and preparation of a scholarly paper


    3-6 Semester Hour(s)

    Related to a counseling and guidance problem or situation under the supervision of the student’s advisory committee. Grading system is Pass/Fail. Enrollment limited to Ed.S. students.


Criminology

  
  • CRM 5520 - Crime Analysis


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    The purpose of this course is to utilize analytical methods being used in crime intervention and prevention strategies. The course especially focuses on the analysis of crime in space, time, and individuals (e.g., offenders, targets, and victims).

  
  • CRM 6620 - Drugs, Crime, and Justice


    3 Semester Hour(s)

    This course provides a comprehensive examination of the drug problem and the link between crime and drug abuse. It describes traditional and modern approaches to solve the problem of drug abuse. The course also discusses and evaluates various criminal justice drug policies and their impacts on society.

 

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