Faculty: Education This major prepares students for careers in counseling, focusing on psychological theories, counseling techniques, assessment methods, ethical practices, and multicultural issues. Students develop practical counseling skills and theoretical knowledge to support individuals dealing with personal, educational, and career-related challenges. Graduates are equipped for roles in schools, clinics, community agencies, and private practice. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand fundamentals of psychological theories and counseling techniques. - Develop skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. - Learn techniques for individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and career guidance. - Explore ethical practices, multicultural issues, and industry standards in counseling. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in mental health and educational settings. - Develop empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills for counseling interventions. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Guidance and Psychological Counseling** - Overview of key concepts and industry trends in counseling. - Fundamentals of psychological theories and counseling ethics. 2. **Psychological Theories** - Major psychological theories and their applications in counseling. - Techniques for integrating theories into counseling practice. 3. **Counseling Techniques** - Fundamentals of counseling techniques, including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches. - Techniques for conducting individual and group counseling sessions. 4. **Assessment and Diagnosis** - Principles of psychological assessment and diagnosis. - Techniques for administering and interpreting assessment tools. 5. **Treatment Planning** - Fundamentals of treatment planning and intervention strategies. - Techniques for developing and implementing effective treatment plans. 6. **Ethical Practices** - Understanding ethical guidelines and legal standards in counseling. - Techniques for ensuring ethical practice and client confidentiality. 7. **Multicultural Issues** - Principles of multicultural counseling and diversity awareness. - Techniques for addressing cultural, racial, and social issues in counseling. 8. **Practicum in Guidance and Psychological Counseling** - Real-world counseling experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects in clinical settings. - Application of learned skills in practical counseling sessions. 9. **Capstone Project in Guidance and Psychological Counseling** - Comprehensive project applying skills in assessment, treatment planning, or multicultural counseling. - Delivery of a polished counseling project or case study. **Assessment Methods:** - Counseling session plans, assessment reports, treatment plans, ethical practice analyses, multicultural counseling projects, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internship evaluations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy" by Gerald Corey. - "Counseling Techniques" by Samuel T. Gladding. - "Psychological Testing and Assessment" by Ronald J. Cohen and Mark Swerdlik. - "Ethics in Psychology and the Mental Health Professions" by Gerald P. Koocher and Patricia Keith-Spiegel. - "Multicultural Counseling Competencies" by Derald Wing Sue and David Sue. - "Treatment Planning in Counseling and Psychotherapy" by Arthur E. Jongsma Jr. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of psychology, counseling theories, and ethical practices. Suitable for students interested in counseling, psychology, and mental health fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Guidance and Psychological Counseling and pursue professional certifications or licensure in counseling, such as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring counselors, psychologists, mental health professionals, and individuals seeking careers in guidance, psychological counseling, and related fields. This major equips students with the practical, theoretical, and ethical skills needed to excel in counseling, supporting careers in mental health, education, and related fields.