You are in the official 2006-2007 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Counseling
and Special Education
COURSES
- Counselor Education (COUN)
- Special Education (SPED)
- Counselor Education (COUN) --- Graduate Courses
- Special Education (SPED) --- Graduate Courses
- Counselor Education (COUN)--- In-Service Courses
- Special Education (SPED) --- In-Service Courses
Note: Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus sites for student teaching, field work, and observation and defray any resulting personal expense.
Counselor Education (COUN)
COUN 102. Rehabilitation Professions (3)
(See PHTH 102.)
COUN 150. Laws Relating to Children (3)
Current and proposed legislation in parent-child relationships, adoption,
and guardianship, education of the minor, marriage contract, child labor,
juvenile delinquency, and child welfare programs.
COUN 174. Introduction to Counseling (3)
(Same as PSYCH 174.) An overview of basic counseling models, including
psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic approaches. Includes
a personal counseling experience.
COUN 176. Counseling and Mental Health (3)
Examination of the relationship between counseling and mental health with
emphasis on current issues of adjustment in society.
COUN 180T. Topics in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no area repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Seminar covering special topics
relating to counseling: new developments in counseling techniques, special
populations, and current research. (Successful Career Development, $10)
COUN 190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
GRADUATE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Counselor Education (COUN)
COUN 200. Seminar in Counseling Techniques (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Emphasis given to interviewing skills,
philosophy, theory, and methodology as applied to counseling. Students must
earn a B or better to move on to COUN 208. Students must earn a grade of
B or better to move on to COUN 208. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 201. Seminar in Multicultural Aspects of Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Cognitive and experiential study of social and psychological
variables which influence the cross-cultural counseling relationship. Culturally
relevant models of counseling theory and practice are explored. Current
research methods and findings are presented. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 202. Seminar in Group Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174, 200. Theories and methods of interpersonal communication
within groups, transferal of information, group leadership and membership,
role perceptions, verbal and nonverbal interaction, and group counseling.
(2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 203. Seminar in Assessment in Counseling (3)
Prerequisite: ERA 153. Selection, administration, and evaluation of psychological
tests and psychometric data for use in counseling settings. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours) (Course fee for assessment materials, $10)
COUN 206. Counseling Through the Lifespan (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Explores developmental issues and life events from
infancy through old age and their effect upon individual, couples and family
relationships. The impact of gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexual orientation
on developmental process is explored.
COUN 208. Practicum in Counseling (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: 12 units in counseling program, including COUN 200. Supervised
on-campus counseling experiences with selected clients. Experience in individual
counseling, critiquing of tapes and typescripts, observations, and case
report writing. Students must carry professional liability insurance. (2
seminar, 4 lab hours)
COUN 209. Advanced Practicum in Counselor Supervision (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 200 and permission of instructor. Content provides an
introductory experience with the role of counselor supervisor. Focuses on
the supervisory processes in terms of theoretical perspectives and practices
of supervision. Enrollment is by faculty permission only. (Formerly COUN
280T)
COUN 211. Seminar in Sexuality Counseling (3)
Presents an overview of theories and research for the treatment of sexual
issues, emphasizing relational and social contexts. Topics covered include
sexual disorders, sexual abuse, and gay/lesbian/bisexual issues. (Formerly
COUN 280T section)
COUN 214. Student Development Theory and Higher Education (3)
Offers an examination of the major theories of college student development.
Theories are presented with an exploration of the conceptual framework,
relevant research and criticism, and counseling applications. Implications
for multicultural and ethical practice are presented throughout the course.
COUN 215. Student Development Theory and Higher Education (3)
Offers an examination of the major theories of college student development.
Theories are presented with an exploration of the conceptual framework,
relevant research and criticism, and counseling applications. Implications
for multicultural and ethical practice are presented throughout the course.
(Formerly COUN 280T section)
COUN 219. Field Practice in Student Services (4-8; max total 12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 208, and permission of instructor. Supervised practice
in a community college, college, or university. Students must carry professional
liability insurance. Approved for RP and CR/NC grading. (Formerly COUN 249C)
COUN 220. Seminar in Career Development Theory (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Examination of career development theories and research
for their implications in understanding career development generally and
career counseling specifically. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Course fee for
assessment materials, $10)
COUN 221. Seminar in Career Counseling: Methods and Materials (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 174, 220. Develop knowledge and skills necessary to
facilitate career assessment, decision-making, and job-seeking activities
of students and other clientele. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Course fee for
assessment materials, $10)
COUN 230. Seminar in Marriage and Family Therapy Theories (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174. Study of theories, techniques, and methodology
of marriage and family therapy. Current research and methods are presented.
(2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 231. Seminar in Ethics and Professional Practices
of Marriage and Family Therapy (3)
COUN 200 or permission of instructor; COUN 230 taken concurrently or
completed prior to enrollment. Addresses professional concerns, including
legal/ethical issues, professional identity, and Board of Behavioral Sciences
regulations. Introduces family mediation and professional consultation.
Includes a minimum of seven training hours in child abuse assessment and
reporting in accordance with MFT licensing requirements.
COUN 232. Psychopathology and the Diagnostic
and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 174, 176 or equivalent. Analysis of psychopathology within
the framework of the current DSM. Emphasis on integrating the etiology of
the disorders with diagnosis, theory and treatment. (Formerly COUN 207)
COUN 233. Seminar in Therapeutic Methods
with Children, Adolescents, and Their Families (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 206 and 230 recommended. Theories and methods for assessing
and treating children, adolescents, and their families. Emphasis is placed
on strength-based approaches, play therapy, and current issues in child/adolescent
treatment. Covers parent education. (Formerly COUN 213)
COUN 234A. Contemporary Issues in MFT: Sexuality in Human Relationships
(1)
Course provides an overview of the role of sexuality in human relationships,
including a review of sexual abuse, gay/lesbian/bisexual isuues, sexual
dysfunctions, and intimacy issues. Emphasis on treatment and interventions
with couples. Course fulfills Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) requirement
for human sexuality training.
COUN 234B. Contemporary Issues in MFT: Violence in Intimate Relationships
(1)
Provides an overview of the sociological, systematic, clinical, and
treatment aspects of violence in intimate relationships. Emphasis on assessment
and intervention issues for individuals, couples, and families. Course meets
BBS requirements for domestic violence training. (formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 234C. Contemporary Issues in MFT: Substance Abuse Treatment (1)
Course provides overview of substance abuse counseling issues with an
emphasis on treatment of the family system. Course meets BBS requiements
for substance abuse training. (Formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 234D. Psychopharmacology (2)
Prerequisites: COUN 232 or 251A or 251B. Provides a general working knowledge
of psychopharmacology for mental health professionals. Covers the biological
bases of psychopharmacological treatment, principles of psychopharmacological
treatment, and clinical psychopharmacology, which is the effect on client
behavior of psychotropic medications in the treatment of mental and emotional
disorders. (Formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 234E. Seminar in Consultation (1)
Prerequisites: COUN 174 and permission of instructor. Introduces students
to the concepts, processes, and styles of consultation and highlights the
role of counselors as consultants. Emphasis placed on comparing and contrasting
consultation to other helping roles.
COUN 238. Practicum in Marriage and Family Therapy (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: COUN 208, 230, 232, and permission of instructor; COUN
231 concurrently or completed prior to enrollment. Supervised clinical experiences
with families, couples, and/or children. Training in family systems assessment
and family communication techniques. Students must carry professional liability
insurance. Course must be completed with a grade of B or better.
COUN 239. Field Placement in Marriage and Family Therapy
(3-12; max total 12)
Prerequisites: COUN 231; 40 units in counseling program, including COUN
200, 208, 238, and permission of instructor prior to semester of enrollment.
Supervised practice of marriage and family therapy. Settings may include
community agencies, school therapy programs, and hospitals. Typically requires
a one-year commitment with specific clock-hour requirements. Students must
carry professional liability insurance. Approved for RP and CR/NC grading.
COUN 240. Seminar in Counseling of Exceptional Children and Their
Parents (3)
Theories and techniques in working with parents of exceptional children;
emphasis placed on individual and group counseling skills with parents;
direct contact with families, case study, and current legislation. (2 seminar,
2 lab hours)
COUN 241. Seminar in Organization of Counseling Services (3)
Prerequisite: COUN 200. Organization, administration, and evaluation of
counseling programs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 242. Seminar on Parent Education, Pupil Advocacy, and Consulting
(3)
Prerequisites: COUN 174 and 200 or equivalent. Emphasis on current theory
and methods of parent education, pupil advocacy, and consulting. Examination
of current models in each area including ethical standards, legal concepts,
and professional responsibilities. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
COUN 249. Field Practice in School Counseling (4-8; max total 12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 208, and permission of instructor. Supervised
counseling practice in school settings. Students must carry professional
liability insurance. Required for the Pupil Services credential in school
counseling. Approved for RP and CR/NC grading. (Formerly COUN 249A, COUN
249B)
COUN 250. Seminar in Rehabilitation Counseling (3)
Seminar in the fundamental concepts of rehabilitation counseling and vocational
rehabilitation including examination and analysis of historical, philosophical,
organizational, and functional principles. Community rehabilitation agency
or orientation visits.
COUN 251A. Medical Aspects of Disability (3)
Seminar in the treatment of disabling conditions including etiology, functional
limitations, and vocational implications. Student presentation of case studies.
(Formerly COUN 251)
COUN 251B. Medical Aspects of Severe Disability (3)
Seminar on strategies to facilitate the vocational rehabilitation of persons
with severe disabilities, including etiology, function limitations, and
vocational implication, principles of independent living, supported employment,
client assistance programs, and rehabilitation engineering technology. Requires
student presentation of case studies. (Formerly COUN 251)
COUN 252. Career Placement in the Rehabilitation Process (3)
A seminar concerning the attitudes, skills, and abilities necessary
to provide effective vocational and career placement services to people
with disabilities, including vocational diagnosis, career development, placement
techniques, job analysis, affirmative action, and appropriate legislation.
COUN 253. Psychological and Social Aspects of Disability (3)
Seminar in psychological and sociological effects of physical and mental
disability and the dynamics of adjusting to disabling conditions. Student
presentation of case studies.
COUN 257. Case Practices in Rehabilitation Counseling (4)
Prerequisites: COUN 250, 251A or 251B. Seminar in methods for facilitating
client rehabilitation including interviewing, case recording, plan development,
ethical practices; field placement in a community rehabilitation agency;
and student case presentations. (2 seminar, 6 lab hours)
COUN 258. Rehabilitation Counseling Practicum (4; max total 8)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 250, 251A or 251B, 252, 257. Laboratory rehabilitation
counseling experiences with clients who are disabled, supervised individual
counseling sessions, analysis of the effects of disability on personal and
vocational development, methods of facilitating vocational rehabilitation,
observations, critiques, report writing. Students must carry professional
liability insurance. (2 seminar, 4 lab hours)
COUN 260. Current Professional Issues in Rehabilitation Counseling
(3)
Prerequisites: COUN 250. Seminar on current professional issues in the field
of rehabilitation counseling and vocational rehabilitation programs in the
public and private sectors with emphasis on ethical standards, legal concepts,
and professional development responsibilities.
COUN 262. Assistive Technology (3)
Seminar on systems and procedures for the rehabilitation counselor in providing
technology solutions for persons with disabilities. Includes assessment
to determine need and fit, adjustment counseling, training in use and maintenance,
funding procurement, and high and low technology resource development. (Formerly
COUN 280T)
COUN 263. Work Evaluation Procedures (3)
Study of systems and procedures of work evaluation and assessment by public
and private rehabilitation agencies to assess culturally diverse persons
with disabilities. Includes principles of testing; test selection (situational
assessments and work samples), administration, interpretation, and report
generation. (Formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 264. Rehabilitation of the Industrially Injured Worker (3)
Seminar on multiple aspects of worker's compensation system, including policy,
law, practice, case services, and strategies that affect industrially injured
workers. Includes differences between public and private rehabilitation
and related insurance programs. (Formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 265. Introduction to Substance Abuse Rehabilitation (3)
Introductory seminar in substance abuse covering patterns and extent of
substance abuse, models of addiction, assessment and diagnosis, legal ramifications,
physiological effects, drug characteristics, treatment approaches, prevention,
and ethical issues. Includes readings, lectures, guest presentations, class
discussions, and student activities. (Formerly COUN 280T)
COUN 268A. Advanced Career Placement: Job Retention (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 252. Supervised practical application of case management
and job development, placement, retention, and advancement principles. Students
work holistically with welfare department referrals to develop and implement
individualized service plans with primary emphasis on vocational goals.
Liability insurance required. (1 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly COUN 280T,
COUN 268)
COUN 268B. Advanced Career Placement: Workability IV (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 252. Supervised practical application of case management
and job development, placement, retention, and advancement principles. Students
work holistically with Department of Rehabilitation referrals to develop
and implement individualized service plans with primary emphasis on vocational
goals. Liability insurance required. (1 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly
COUN 280T, COUN 268)
COUN 268C. Advanced Career Placement: Ticket to Work (3)
Prerequisites: COUN 252. Supervised practical application of case management
and job development, placement, retention, and advancement principles. Students
work holistically with Social Security Administration referrals to develop
and implement individualized service plans with primary emphasis on vocational
goals. Liability insurance required. (1 seminar, 2 lab hours) (Formerly
COUN 280T, COUN 268)
COUN 269. Internship in Rehabilitation Counseling (12)
Prerequisites: COUN 200, 250, 251A, 251B, 252, 253, 257, 258, 268A-B-C,
or permission of instructor. Full-time, supervised field placement in one
of a variety of settings including case responsibilities. CR/NC grading
only.
COUN 280T. Advanced Topics in Counseling (1-3; max 12 if no topic
is repeated)
Prerequisites: postbaccalaureate standing and permission of instructor.
Topics may include new developments in counseling techniques, rehabilitation
counseling practices, special populations, and current research.
COUN 290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement - Independent Study. Approved for RP grading.
COUN 298. Project (3-4; max total 4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERA 220. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. A project consists of a significant undertaking
appropriate to counseling such as the development of a program for counseling
service delivery, development of audio-visual materials or computer software
for counselor education or service delivery. An approved proposal is required
for enrollment. Approved for RP grading.
COUN 299. Thesis (3-4; max total 6)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERA 220 and completion of
an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. See School of Education and Human
Development's graduate programs coordinator for school thesis guidelines.
Approved for RP grading.
IN-SERVICE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Counselor Education (COUN)
COUN 303. Human Interaction in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
An exploration of human interaction skills. The course is designed to improve
the ability to interact with others. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
COUN 380T. Topics in Counseling
(1-3; max total 12 if no topic repeated)
Selected areas in counseling; placement skills, vocational evaluation, research,
medical history, case management, mental health, counseling strategies,
and theoretical orientation. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
Special Education (SPED)
SPED 120. Teaching Students with Special Needs
in General Education Settings (3)
Prerequisites: EHD 50. Introduction to identification, characteristics,
theories, curriculum, and instruction for students with mild to severe disabilities,
legislative guidelines, nondiscriminatory assessment, parental involvement,
and foundations in special education. Includes 15 hours of observation/participation.
SPED 121. Teaching Students with Special Needs
in the Secondary General Education Setting (2)
Prerequisites: concurrent enrollment in EHD 155A. Provides basic knowledge,
skills, and strategies in secondary education settings for teaching special
populations, including students with disabilities, students on behavior
plans, and students who are gifted and talented. (Formerly EHD 180T)
SPED 125. Positive Behavioral and Social Supports
(3)
Addresses effective behavior and social supports, emphasizing philosophical
approach, prevention, intervention, and corrective strategies for teaching
new behaviors. Completion of implementation with special education students
required.
SPED 130. Assessing Students with Special Needs (3)
Prerequisites: EHD 50 and SPED 120. Designed to provide teacher candidates
with knowledge and skills of formal and informal assessment that address
special education students' strengths and needs; cultural, ethnic, and language
characteristics; and the environments used by the students and their families.
SPED 135. Assessment and Instruction
in the Special Education Academic Curriculum (3)
Addresses non-biased assessment for placement, curriculum development,
instruction, and implementation across placement options. Completion of
assessment and instruction of special education students in field sited
required. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 145. Assessment and Instruction
in Special Education Functional Curriculum (3)
Addresses assessment, curriculum development, and instruction in domestic,
vocational, self-help, leisure/recreation, communication, social, and mobility
areas; environmental assessment; and implementation of functional curriculum
across settings. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 155. The Professional in Special Education (3)
Prerequisites: admission to special education program or permission
of instructor. Focuses on advanced application of models for collaboration,
application of foundations, and theory in special education; advanced professional,
legal, and ethical standards; and advocacy and self-advocacy.
SPED 160F. Fieldwork in Special Education
(1-3; max total 12)
Prerequisite: admission to special education internship program. Supervised
observation and support of teacher interns in the areas of behavior, IEPs,
instruction, assessment, and collaboration.
SPED 175. Level I: Mild/Moderate Practicum (9)
Prerequisites: admission to special education program and completion
of all requirements for admission to special education student teaching.
Prior completion of all practicum clearance requirements and prior or concurrent
enrollment in all coursework for Level I Education Specialist Credential.
Supervised field work in public school classrooms for students with mild
to moderate disabilities; 350 hours minimum including four consecutive weeks
of full day experience.
SPED 176. Level I: Moderate/Severe Practicum (9)
Prior completion of all practicum clearance requirements and prior or
concurrent enrollment in all coursework for Level I Education Specialist
Credential. Supervised field work in public school classrooms for students
with moderate to severe disabilities; 350 hours minimum including four consecutive
weeks of full-day experience.
SPED 179. Differentiated Instruction and Classroom
Management (3)
Prerequisites: CI 175, CI 176, LEE 177, EHD 178. If not concurrently enrolled
in EHD 170, must make arrangements with the instructor. Through collaboration
with others, for the purpose of establishing an inclusive community of learners,
teacher candidates will adapt instruction and manage the learning environment
to meet the needs of all learners, with focus on students with special needs.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
SPED 180T. Topics in Special Education (1-3; max
total 12)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Topics may include special education
legislation, parenting, transitional programming, parents as teachers, adolescents
and adults with disabilities, current research, child abuse, and gifted
and talented students.
SPED 190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
GRADUATE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Special Education (SPED)
SPED 205. Nature and Needs of Individuals
with Serious Emotional Disturbance/Behavior Disorders (3)
Addresses the characteristics and needs of the child with emotional and
behavioral disorders, and service delivery systems and agencies which exist
to meet those needs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 209A. Application of Theory into Practice in Special
Education Settings (3)
Supervised field experience with special education students and their
families with integration of applied research and theory into practice in
special education. Development of induction plan will include the candidate,
university supervisor, and employer school district representative/support
provider. (Minimum of 45 hours per unit)
SPED 209B. Application of Theory into Practice in
Special Education Settings (3)
Coordination of ongoing support for professional self-assessment, goal-setting,
and other induction plan components of SPED 209A. Support is provided by
collaboration between university and school district/agency personnel. (Minimum
of 45 hours per unit)
SPED 219. Home/School/Community Collaboration:
Policy, Research, and Practice (3; max total 6)
Examines educational, psychological, and political issues that arise when
developing collaborative relationships with families, general educators,
and other professionals. Primary focus is on the development of materials,
strategies, and skills to work with families, including the culturally and
linguistically diverse. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 233. Seminar in the Special Educator as Researcher
(3)
Prerequisites: ERA 153 and 220. Examines the special educator as researcher
from several perspectives through reading and analysis of contemporary and
emerging research in special education; attending colloquia with special
educators who are conducting research; and developing and beginning implementation
of pilot research and project designs. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 235. Assessment and Development
of Social Affective Education Programs (3)
Development and remediation of social skills and affective abilities. Model
programs for normal children and prescriptive interventions for those with
social and personal behavior disorders. (2 seminar, 2 lab hours)
SPED 236. Seminar in Social Curriculum and Communication
(3)
Research and practice in assessment and instruction of communication and
social interaction curriculum; advanced behavioral, emotional, and environmental
supports for students with moderate to severe disabilities. Includes analysis
of behavior, communication systems, adapted technology, and team participation
with other specialists.
SPED 237. Seminar in Program Management
for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)
Students will learn to analyze assessment and performance data for the purpose
of designing or modifying curriculum and instructional methods to facilitate
the successful participation of students in general or special education
classrooms. Additionally, students will examine current research and the
implications for programming for students with mild/moderate disabilities.
SPED 240. Seminar in Program Management
for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3)
Current and emerging research in quality program characteristics; assessment
and instruction of vocational, functional, academic, personal management
(including self-help, domestic, and community); collaboration and leadership
in programs for students with moderate to severe disabilities.
SPED 280T. Advanced Topics in Special Education (1-3;
12 if no area is repeated)
Prerequisites: postbaccalaureate standing and permission of instructor.
Topics may include special education legislation, parenting, transitional
programming, parents as teachers, adolescents and adults with disabilities,
current research, child abuse, gifted and talented.
SPED 290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
SPED 298. Project (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B
average on 24 units of the master's program including ERA 220. See Criteria for Thesis and Project. A project
consists of a significant undertaking appropriate to special education such
as the development of courses of study, instructional manuals, teachers'
guides, intervention programs, and computer software. An approved proposal
is required for enrollment. Approved for RP grading.
SPED 299. Thesis (4)
Prerequisites: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERA 220 and completion of
an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. See School of Education and Human
Development's graduate programs coordinator for school thesis guidelines.
Approved for RP grading.
IN-SERVICE COURSE
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Special Education (SPED)
SPED 380T. Topics in Special Education (1-3; max total 12 if
no topic repeated)
Selected areas in special education; identification of exceptional students,
assessment of learning disabilities, focus on specific disabling conditions,
instructional methods, parent involvement with handicapped students, federal
and state legislation. Not applicable toward degree requirements.
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