The request to revise CSLG 6153, 7110, and 8999

Date: May 23, 2014
To: College of Education
From: Office of Academic Affairs
Approved On: May 2, 2014
Approved by: Graduate Council
Implementation Date: Spring 2015

Note: Deletions are strikethroughs. Insertions are underlined.

Summary

New course CSLG 6164/8164 is being submitted in a separate proposal.

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CSLG 6153. Diagnosis and Treatment in Counseling. (3) Prerequisite: Graduate status in MA program in Counseling. Focus is on development of diagnostic skills using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) multi-axial classification system for mental and emotional disorders. The course provides an overview of theory, research, and practice related to diagnosis and treatment. Diagnostic criteria will be studied with a sensitivity to cultural and ethnic issues. (Spring, Summer)

CSLG 7110. Individual Assessment. (3) Prerequisite: RSCH 6109 or PSYC 4140. Examination of the major aptitude, intelligence and other psychological tests commonly used in counseling with emphasis on test theory as well as the administration, scoring and interpretation of tests and the communication of their results. (On Demand)

CSLG 8999. Dissertation. (3-9) (1-9 hours) Under the direction of a dissertation advisor and committee, the student is expected to design and execute an original research study. This study should address a significant issue or problem related to counseling or counselor education. Graded on a Pass/Unsatisfactory basis. (Fall, Spring, Summer)