Dec 05, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

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:

  1. demonstrate the ability to conduct a person-centered interview including the use of paraphrasing, open-ended questions direct and indirect leads;
  2. demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of counseling and psychotherapy;
  3. 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
  4. demonstrate a greater understanding of self and personality functioning.


F/S (C, N, S)