HU 102 - Introduction to Counseling Methods

Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to the generic principles and methods of the helping relationship; a study of the methods of assisting the professional in casework, group work, individual counseling, group counseling and community organization. Listening, observing, communicating and interviewing skills are emphasized.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate the ability to conduct a person-centered interview including use of paraphrasing, open ended questions direct and indirect leads;
demonstrate an understanding of the basic principals of counseling and psychotherapy;
demonstrate an understanding of a number of specific counseling techniques including but not limited to reality therapy, transactional analysis, rational emotive therapy and Gestalt Therapy; and
demonstrate a greater understanding of self and their personality functioning.

Prerequisites: HU100
F/S (C, N, S)