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MEC 6401
Theories of Counseling
3 credits
Students examine various psychological theories that have been used as the basis for counseling. Students investigate nondirective and directive client-centered approaches to counseling, including the psychoanalytic, the Rogerian, the Adlerian, Reality Therapy and the Gestalt approach. Each theory is evaluated in terms of its usability in schools. Assignments are relevant to both elementary and secondary school counseling.
MEC 6402
Human Behavior and Child Development
3 credits
This course is designed to prepare the counselor to use knowledge of human behavior and child development to meet the needs of all children. Emphasis is placed on the child's cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development factors which impact on the child's learning behavior and the counseling process. Observations of children in the classroom are a significant part of this course.
MEC 6501
Principles and Practices of the Guidance Program
3 credits
This course facilitates students' understanding of the philosophy, theory, and professional activities needed to organize and administer a comprehensive school program. Developmental K-12 guidance programs are explored. Students are required to visit and critique three counseling programs: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. Guidance practitioners provide insight into the organization and delivery of school counseling services.
MEC 6502
Tools and Techniques of Individual Counseling: Part I
3 credits
Students apply counseling theory in practice. The counseling process is discussed in generic terms, regardless of the theoretical base being used. Counseling methods are applied to personal/social development, academic development, decision-making, and crisis intervention. The development of counseling skills for clients with special needs is emphasized. Legal and ethical issues of counseling are thoroughly discussed and analyzed. To register for this course, students must have a minimum of twelve credits in the program, have at least a 3.0 grade point average and have satisfied all admissions requirements.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401, MEC 6402, MEC 6501 and MEC 7203
MEC 6503
Tools and Techniques of Individual Counseling: Part II
3 credits
Students apply multicultural counseling theory in practice. Techniques are applied for counseling clients whose needs reflect current societal concerns, including drug/alcohol abuse, cultural and sexual diversity, divorce, teen pregnancy, AIDS, suicide, violence and death, and students with physical and learning disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6502
MEC 6600
Introduction to Drug/Alcohol Counseling
3 credits
This course addresses the fundamental concepts and issues necessary to gain a basic understanding of drug/alcohol counseling. Participants will be able to define chemical dependency and describe the various models of addiction. Criteria for Substance Abuse Disorders will be examined and applied to illustrative case studies. Participants will also be able to identify and discuss the unique clinical issues involved in treating the rising population. These include: denial and defenses, stages of recovery, relapse and relapse prevention counseling, shame and guilt, co-occurring disorders, effects on the family, intervention, and 12-Step groups. Modalities of treatment and treatment practices will also be discussed. The participants will gain an understanding of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to be an effective counselor. The participants will be introduced to a code of ethics for the professional and will be able to discuss its importance.
MEC 6607
Ethical Issues in School Counseling
3 credits
This course provides an important overview of the school counseling profession in the United States with an emphasis on the application of ethical and legal processes to current school issues. The course will delve into the basics of ethics, values, and morals against the backdrop of school counseling. In addition, important ethical and legal issues will be analyzed such as: informed consent, confidentiality and privileged communications, records, technology and subpoenas, professionalism and malpractice, resolving legal and ethical issues, codes of ethics and standards of practice.
MEC 6608
Multicultural Counseling
3 credits
This course is created for school counselors to assist in recognizing and understanding the personal and cultural dynamics that exist in schools today. This course will address the development of a "new counselor" who will form a partnership with teachers, parents and administrators that will introduce and explore strategies and techniques to address the challenges of school populations with diverse personal, cultural, cognitive, emotional and gender differences. This partnership will promote a wholesome school community of shared understanding and common educational goals.
MEC 7202
Group Counseling
3 credits
Students investigate group dynamics processes related to counseling theory and participate in group counseling demonstrations. Group counseling will be clearly differentiated from group guidance. Potential uses of group counseling in schools and methods of organizing group counseling sessions are addressed. Students are expected to arrange a visit to a school or agency to observe an actual group at the level for which they are seeking certification or the age groups with which they will be involved. To register for this course, students must have a minimum of twelve credits in the program, have at least a 3.0 grade point average, and have satisfied all admissions requirements.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401 or MEE 6401.
MEC 7203
Career Development and Information Services
3 credits
This course examines methods of providing and disseminating information necessary to make educational, career and personal choices, and provides a lifespan perspective on work/career. The impact of career development theory on the counseling process; the relationship of career guidance and development to college, vocational/technical schools; and job placement in community and school-based settings are studied and discussed. The availability of specialized career counseling resources, including career computer guidance programs, for diverse client populations and those with special needs is investigated.
MEC 7501
Family Counseling
3 credits
The family structure is explored as students learn how to meet the needs of children at school through family counseling. A knowledge of family dynamics, social and cultural issues, and parenting education are needed as the class considers issues of sexuality, child abuse, substance abuse, sex-equity, and the impact of special needs children on the family structure. Socioeconomics, ethnic background, and race are addressed in terms of their influence on children in families. Students will research and report on community and agency resources and referral services available for children and their families.
MEC 7502
The Counselor as Consultant
3 credits
This course focuses on the counselor as consultant in matters concerning a child's behavior, test interpretation, grades, and child's ability to function socially, academically, and physically. Strategies for consultation with teachers, administrators, and parents are explored in order to help the child develop skills to be successful in the school setting. Students examine distinctions between counseling and consulting, and the need to increase collaborative consultations in schools, families and the community.
MEC 7701
Testing, Measurements, and Research in School Counseling
3 credits
This course is designed to prepare future counselors to analyze and understand the scope and purposes of testing programs and the process of test administration. Students will explore commonly used assessment instruments that assess learner aptitude; achievement; interest; intelligence; content areas; and traits like self-esteem, values, and modalities to help in the decision making process. Statistics necessary to understand and interpret test data will also be examined. Students will learn how to gather information through research such as use of a questionnaire, survey, and/or follow-up studies. Methods for analyzing the data and reporting results will be described. The use of computers and other technology in scoring and interpreting tests and research data will be explored. An individual research project is required.
MEC 7781
Supervised Elementary Practicum
6 credits
This practicum will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Graduate students who have a minimum of three years' experience in the classroom will spend at least 100 hours under the supervision of a certified school counselor as part of a six-credit course.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401, MEC 6501, MEC 6502, MEC 6503, MEC 7202, MEC 7203, plus three additional MEC courses. An approved application from the site advisor and/or Program Coordinator is also required.
MEC 7782
Supervised Secondary Practicum
6 credits
This practicum will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Graduate students who have a minimum of three years' experience in the classroom will spend at least 100 hours under the supervision of a certified school counselor as part of a six-credit course.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401, MEC 6501, MEC 6502, MEC 6503, MEC 7202, MEC 7203, plus three additional MEC courses. An approved application from the site advisor and/or Program Coordinator is also required.
MEC 8000
Supervised Elementary Internship I
credits
This first internship will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Students will be under the supervision of a school based certified school counselor and a Wilmington University supervising counselor.
This course is designed to provide non teachers the opportunity to become familiar with the school environment as well as develop an awareness of the classroom dynamics of teaching and learning; also, counseling skills will be developed and assessed. This is the first course in a two course, two semester, 12 credit sequence.
MEC 8000-8001
Supervised Elementary Internship I & II
6 credits
This internship will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Graduate students will work under the supervision of a certified school counselor and a Wilmington University supervising counselor. Those students with no classroom experience will complete an 800-hour counseling internship with a certified school counselor and observe 200 hours in a classroom as part of their 12-credit course.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401, MEC 6501, MEC 6502, MEC 6503, MEC 7202, MEC 7203, plus three additional MEC courses. An approved application from the site advisor and/or Program Coordinator is also required.
MEC 8001
Supervised Elementary Internship II
credits
This second internship will give graduate students an opportunity to continue counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Students will be under the supervision of a school based certified school counselor and a Wilmington University supervising counselor. This is the second course in a two course, two semester, 12 credit sequence.
MEC 8002
Supervised Secondary Internship I
credits
This first internship will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Students will be under the supervision of a school based certified school counselor and a Wilmington University supervising counselor.
This course is designed to provide non teachers the opportunity to become familiar with the school environment as well as develop an awareness of the classroom dynamics of teaching and learning; also, counseling skills will be developed and assessed. This is the first course in a two course, two semester, 12 credit sequence.
MEC 8002-8003
Supervised Secondary Internship I & II
6 credits
This internship will give graduate students an opportunity for counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Graduate students will work under the supervision of a certified school counselor and a Wilmington College supervising counselor. Those students with no classroom experience will complete an 800-hour counseling internship with a certified school counselor and observe 200 hours in a classroom as part of their 12-credit course.
Prerequisite(s): MEC 6401, MEC 6501, MEC 6502, MEC 6503, MEC 7202, MEC 7203, plus three additional MEC courses. An approved application from the site advisor and/or Program Coordinator is also required.
MEC 8003
Supervised Secondary Internship II
credits
This second internship will give graduate students an opportunity to continue counseling skill development and demonstrate competence as counselors while participating in a clinical experience. Students and the University will mutually arrange a placement with a certified counselor in a school district where they will engage in a variety of counseling activities. Students will be under the supervision of a school based certified school counselor and a Wilmington University supervising counselor. This is the second course in a two course, two semester, 12 credit sequence.