PSY 398 - Theory and Practice Seminar III

This seminar provides an opportunity for students interested in counseling and social work careers to study relevant issues in considerable depth. Topics will include counseling approaches, current issues and controversies in counseling and social work, and the development of skills needed to be an effective professional. The interactive, discussion-based format of the course encourages students to develop a rich understanding of counseling theory and to build skills related to the practice of counseling. Students enrolled in PSY 398 will be expected to assume leadership roles in the seminar. Such roles include selecting special topics for discussion, preparing reading lists, leading discussions, and peer mentoring. May be repeated once for credit. Course Typically Offered: Every semester.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.

Credits: 2