800; NUR 801; NUR 804; NUR 805; NUR 806; NUR 807; NUR 808; NUR 900; NUR 901; NUR 902; NUR 903. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 501 Theory and Practice of Counseling. An introduction of, and initial preparation for, the profession of counseling. Behavioral and professional expectations of counselors will be emphasized. The course will offer an overview of theories and techniques of counseling and psychotherapy with emphasis on comprehensive analysis of each theory. Skills in intake assessment, treatment planning, brief and long-term models, crisis intervention, and prevention strategies will be developed. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS
PSY 502 Evidence-Based Counseling Techniques. A study of counseling techniques that have been supported by systematic empirical research. Emphasis will be placed on applying specific empirically-supported interventions to specific problems. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 503: Intermediate Statistics I. An examination of intermediate statistical methods. Semester 1 will examine various forms of Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), in addition to a review of significance testing, and data screening. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 504: Intermediate Statistics II. An examination of intermediate statistical methods. Semester 2 examines various forms of correlational analyses including multiple types of regression and factor analysis, in addition to a review of significance testing, and data screening. Prerequisite: PSY 503 or consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 505: Intermediate Research Methods I. An examination of the array of research methods used in the behavioral sciences and helping professions. Emphasis is placed on critically evaluating psychological research and understanding its application to counseling. Semester I will address experimental methods. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 506: Intermediate Research Methods II. An examination of the array of research methods used in the behavioral sciences and helping professions. Emphasis is placed on critically evaluating psychological research and understanding its application to counseling. Semester II will address survey research methods and program evaluation. Prerequisite: PSY 505 or consent of instructor. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.
PSY 507 Assessment and Evaluation Techniques. A history and overview of the standardized evaluation methods commonly used in the assessment of individuals and groups. Topics covered will be validity, reliability, and statistical concepts for the