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PSCI 371 - HISTORY AND GOVRNMNTS OF MIDEAST
Credits: Three
This course examines the rise of Islamic civilization and the development of Middle Eastern affairs to the present.
Cross-listed: See PSCI 271; HIST 271/371
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PSCI 372 - HISTORY AND GOVRNMNTS OF EAST ASIA
Credits: Three
This course is a historical study of the major East Asian nations with emphasis on developments in the last two centuries.
Cross-listed: See HIST 272/372; PSCI 272
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PSCI 373 - HISTORY AND GOVERNMENTS OF AFRICA
Credits: Three
This course is a comparative study of the political systems of various African countries and their historic, ethnic, cultural, ideological, social and economic settings.
Cross-listed: See HIST 273/373; PSCI 273
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PSCI 374 - HISTORY AND GOVERNMENTS OF LATIN AMERICA
Credits: Three
This course is a comparative study of political, social and economic structures, and problems of Latin American states from historical and cultural perspectives.
Cross-listed: See HIST 274/374; PSCI 274
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PSCI 375 - POST-SOVIET POLITICS
Credits: Three
This course studies modern Russian politics and the political
systems of the republics of the old Soviet Union through the
Yeltsin era.
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PSCI 397 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
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PSCI 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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PSCI 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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PSCI 498 - SEMINAR
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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PSCI 499 - INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 1 and 9
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PSYC 101 - GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
An introductory survey of psychology; this course is a prerequisite for all upper-division psychology courses.
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PSYC 202H - THINKING LIKE A SOCIAL SCIENTIST
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
This course introduces the student to the history, theoretical
bases, research methods, and applications of psychology as a social
science.
Note: This course fulfills the requirement of PSYC 101.
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PSYC 204H - HUMAN MOTIVATION
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors program
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PSYC 254 - HUMAN DEV THRU LIFESPAN
Credits: Three
A knowledge of normal growth and development is essential to professional practice in many disciplines. This course explores the process of human development, particularly in Western cultures. A holistic life-span approach is used to promote an understanding of the biophysical, cognitive, affective, social, and spiritual functioning of healthy individuals.
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PSYC 293 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
Cooperative education courses may be taken before a students major,
minor and General Education requirements are completed, but they
are not counted as part of those requirements.
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PSYC 296 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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PSYC 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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PSYC 301 - INTRO TO REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course acquaints the student with the study of psychological aspects of disability and related concerns of individuals with disability. Topics covered include the development of self-identity, a study of values, social implications of disability, family dynamics, sexuality, medical concerns, educational processes, work related issues, and ethical considerations. Comparisons will be made to differences in response to developmental and acquired disabilities.
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PSYC 305 - PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
Psychology, as a social science, offers a wide variety of applications in one’s personal and professional life and to society in general. This course emphasizes the practical application of advances in contemporary psychology in such areas as coping, communications, health, self-awareness, and interpersonal relationships.
Note: This is a recommended upper-division course for non-psychology majors.
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PSYC 310 - PSYC OF STRESS & HEALTH
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course examines dynamics of health and wellness using a biopsychosocial approach. Topics include the dynamics of stress and stress resistance, self-regulation, lifestyle, personality, and health behavior. Current research and treatment are emphasized.
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PSYC 311 - CHILD PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course focuses on the developmental processes of children and explores various theories as they relate to early childhood and elementary education.
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PSYC 314 - ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course is an overview of the physical, psychological and cultural characteristics of the adolescent period.
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PSYC 320 - PERSONALITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course surveys contemporary theories of personality, including factors in development and methods of assessment.
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PSYC 321 - ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course studies the nature, courses, symptoms, consequences and treatment of abnormal behavior.
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PSYC 322 - CHILD ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces the student to the contemporary theories and research in etiology, classification, and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents.
Note: A course in developmental psychology or abnormal psychology is the prerequisite for this course.
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PSYC 325 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 202H, SOC 101 or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course is an overview of social psychological aspects of human behavior focusing on the role that social interaction, group influences, and culture play in individual behavior.
Cross-listed: See SOC 325
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PSYC 328 - MENTAL ILLNESS AND SOCIETY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or SOC 101; Minimum grade C-
This course addresses mental illness and its impact on various institutions of society. The definitions and symptoms of mental illnesses will be presented. The focus will be on how mental illness impacts societal institutions, including criminal justice, occupational, educational, and others. Particular emphasis is placed on problems and limitations in the mental health system and how society is adversely affected by those problems. The course objective is to learn a realistic appraisal of mental illnesses and effective philosophies and methodologies to begin correcting problems related to mental illness in society.
Cross-listed: See SOC 328
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PSYC 330 - HUMAN SEXUALITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101; Minimum grade C-
This course surveys the social, biological, and psychological aspects of human sexual behavior.
Cross-listed: See SOC 330
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PSYC 341 - UNDERSTANDING STATISTICAL INFERENCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 115, MATH 116, MATH 117, MATH 125 or MATH 151; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces students to methods used to describe and
evaluate numerical information for purposes of drawing conclusions
and making decisions. The course covers both descriptive and
inferential statistics.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/SOC 341
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PSYC 342 - RESEARCH METHODS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 202H, SOC 101, or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces basic research methods used in the behavorial and social sciences.
Note: To ensure students success it is strongly recommended that students complete PSYC 341 before enrolling in PSYC 342 or that they enroll in PSYC 341 concurrently with PSCY 342.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/SOC 342
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PSYC 352 - COUNSELING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces group and individual counseling, including communication skills, problem solving, and crisis intervention.
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PSYC 358 - PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
This course examines the uses and limitations of commonly used psychological tests for assessment of personality, intelligence and other individual characteristics.
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PSYC 393 - COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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PSYC 401 - HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
This course will explore major theoretical systems of psychology. Emphasis will be on Philosophy and science backgrounds of psychology and integration of recent trends. Development of theories and causes of events in academic and applied psychology will also be explored.
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PSYC 420 - PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course provides an opportunity to apply critical thinking and principles of feminist psychology to evaluating psychological theories and research in the areas of psychological development and functioning of women.
Cross-listed: See WS 420
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PSYC 421 - LEARNING AND MOTIVATION
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
A study of the basic principles pertaining to learning and motivation; practical applications of these principles are emphasized.
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PSYC 451 - BRAIN, MIND AND BEHAVIOR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
This course focuses on biological bases of behavior. Topics include the structure and function of the brain and nervous system and their role in sleep, learning and memory, movement, emotion, sensation, psychological disorders, aggression, sex and consciousness.
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PSYC 460 - SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
The study of the psychological foundations of physical activity, the mental aspects of sports, the theoretical basis of the mental aspects of training processes and competition, and basic issues of performance psychology.
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PSYC 461 - APPLIED SPORT PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
This course introduces the student to the application of psychological principles to training, fitness, and sports.
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PSYC 470 - JUVENILE LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status and selection by interview with Faculty
Cross-listed: See LEGL 470
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PSYC 472 - ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 202H, SOC 101 or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
This course focuses on the behavior of people in work situations. Major theories and concepts pertaining to organizational behavior are presented, and the current applications of these theories and concepts to practical organizational problems are critically examined.
Cross-listed: See SOC 472
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PSYC 475 - Psychology of Trauma
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
Psychological trauma is defined as an experience that is emotionally painful, distressful, or shocking and which may result in lasting mental and phsycial effects. In this course, students will intensively study the experience, outcomes and treatment of psychological trauma, in particular trauma due to combat, disasters, and domestic violence.
Note: Social Science Majors only. Junior or Senior Status.
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PSYC 480 - SENIOR SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 341/342; Senior status
Senior Seminar is the culmination of the social science curriculum. The seminar is designed to review and discuss a student’s course of study and its application beyond graduation. In addition, the seminar requires that students demonstrate various competencies related to their chosen field of study. In the process of demonstrating these competencies, students will work with a social science faculty member toward the completion of a project intended to explore an area of interest in the student’s field of study.
Note: Successful completion of Senior Seminar is achieved upon completion of the student project.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/SOC 480
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PSYC 490 - SOCIAL SERV IN ST. LOUIS
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 202H, SOC 101 or SOC 202H
This course is designed to give students an introduction to the
vast network of social service agencies and community mental health
providers in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. The course includes
site visits to various agencies and discussions with representative
social service practitioners from programs in chemical and drug
dependency, community corrections and crime prevention, crisis
intervention, domestic violence, mental health, and other human
service areas.
Cross-listed: See SOC 490
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PSYC 493 - CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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PSYC 494 - PRACT: REHAB SERVICES
Credits: Four
This course involves placement in a rehabilitation agency
complemented by a seminar.
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PSYC 495 - PRACTICUM: SOCIAL SRVCS AND ACTION
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 202H, SOC 101, or SOC 202H; Minimum grade C-
Students select practicum sites from a variety of human and social
service agencies in both private and public sectors.
Note: This course gives students an opportunity for career exploration, community involvement and on-the-job experience before graduation.
Cross-listed: See CRIM/SOC 495
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PSYC 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
Junior- or senior-level students may design and conduct an
independent study project in a field of their interest under the
direction of a faculty adviser.
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PSYC 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H; Minimum grade C-
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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PSYC 498 - SEMINAR
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202H
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PSYC 597 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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PSYC 697 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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REHB 105 - INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY DISABILITY PERSP
Credits: Three
Students will explore the various perspectives of disability; the
individual perspective, society at large, the family perspective,
sexuality and disability, educational system perspectives, and
legal and ethical issues. The course will explore how perspective
can drive public policy and service delivery systems.
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REHB 110 - REHB SYSTEM:HX, PHIL, LAWS & STRUCTR
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge and a foundational understanding of
the history of rehabilitation as well as the philosophy. This
course will also provide the student with working knowledge of the
Americans with Disabilities Act, Title I, II, & III.
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REHB 220 - MEDICAL ASPECTS OF DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Students will gain an understanding of the complexities related to
living with disability. The course addresses changing needs in
recovery, independence and rehabilitation of people with
disabilities. Course focus will provide students with knowledge and
skill sets to implement individual program plans.
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REHB 230 - COMMUNICATION & HELPING SKILLS
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge and skills to become effective
communicators in the helping professions, learning how to
communicate across diverse disabilities. This course provides
knowledge, acquisition and implementation of helping skills
required in the social service agency environment. Skills taught
include; documentation, note writing, staffing, crisis intervention
and skill integration.
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REHB 240 - IND. LIVING: CONSUMER & SELF MGMT
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge and skills to help the consumer become
involved in their own planning and achievement of their goals.
Students will also learn how to help consumers self- determine and
manage their daily living, housing, transportation and other
independent living needs. Students will gain knowledge of personal
assistance roles, education opportunities for people with
disabilities, further explore the diversity of disability including
the aging population.
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REHB 320 - VOCATIONAL REHAB & EMPLOYMENT
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation
System and employment of people with disabilities who utilize
Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Students will gain an
understanding of client status within the VR System as well as the
emphasis on employment and the diverse approaches to work.
Note: Included are Ergonomics and Work-Site Accommodations.
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REHB 330 - ADVANCED HELPING SKILLS/PRACTICUM
Credits: Three
Students will observe in an agency for 75 hours during the semester
as a Rehabilitation Services Practicum Student and attend a weekly
seminar. The 75 hours of agency experience will be considered the
practicum with focus on observation and orientation to the field,
the profession and the agency. This will include gaining insight
into the eligibility process, assessment, vocational planning,
staffing, documentation, service implementation, retention, and
other related services.
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REHB 340 - SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
Credits: Three
Students will learn the history, impact and strategies of supported
employment for persons with disabilities. Course work includes job
site interventions, behavior management at the job site, types of
supported employment, and special issues affecting successful
employment for persons with disabilities.
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REHB 400 - REHB LEADERSHIP: SYSTEMS PERSPECTIVE
Credits: Three
Students will learn the foundations of leadership and systems
theory. Students will be able to apply basic leadership skills in
the work place as well as be able to analyze service systems from a
systems perspective.
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REHB 401 - INTERNSHIP IN REHABILITATION SERVICES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 110, REHB 105, REHB 220, REHB 230, REHB 240
Students work for an average of 20 hours per week on average (total
300 hrs.) for the full semester in a rehabilitation agency and
attend a weekly seminar to discuss experiences and develop
effective rehabilitation services delivery skills. The student’s
agency experience will be primarily in the provision of direct
services. In the classroom seminar, through the lectures,
discussions, and reflective journals, the students will develop
further their skills.
Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of two hours per week in a one-to-one session.
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REHB 410 - PSYCHIATRIC CASE MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
Students will learn the components of Medicaid case management.
Students will learn how to use a psychiatric assessment to
establish a rehabilitation plan; how to work with consumers in
following and modifying that plan; how to chart effectively so that
the documented service passes quality assurance standards and how
to use supervision and consultation to improve client care.
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REHB 420 - MENTAL HLTH AND REHB SERVICE SYSTEM
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 410
Students will examine major systems of care (SSD/SSI, VR, MH) and
explore several models of psychiatric rehabilitation including the
Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) and its Assertive
Community Treatment (ACT) offshoots; the Clubhouse Model developed
by Fountain House in New York City; and other psychosocial program
models found in Missouri and across the United States.
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REHB 421 - MENTAL HLTH & REHB SERVICES SYSTEM II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 410, REHB 420
This course follows REHB 420 which examines models of care.
Students will learn about the mental health and rehabilitation
services delivery system. Students will make structured site visits
to selected, representative, agencies and resources in the St.
Louis metropolitan area that serve adults with psychiatric
disabilities. Students will experience programs and services that
use selected models of intervention in the metropolitan area.
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REHB 422 - MENTAL HLTH & REHB SRVCES SYSTEM III
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 410, REHB 420, REHB 421
This course completes the series of courses 420, 421 and 422.
Students will learn gain knowledge about how work impacts the lives
of people with psychiatric disabilities. Students will gain
knowledge of how housing issues, medication and diagnosis impact
successful employment outcomes for people with psychiatric
disabilities.
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REHB 430 - HISTORY OF INDEPENDENT LIVING
Credits: Three
Students will gain knowledge of the history of the Independent
Living movement in the St. Louis Region, Nationally, and
Internationally. Students will gain knowledge of how the
Independent Living movement has impacted disability legislation and
affected change in service delivery to people with diverse
disabilities.
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REHB 440 - CASE MGMT AND INDEPENDENT LIVING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430
Students will learn the components of case management as it relates
to Independent Living programs. Students will learn how to develop
and utilize resources to establish a rehabilitation plan; how to
work with consumers in following and modifying that plan; how to
chart effectively so that the documented services meets quality
assurance standards and how to use supervision and consultation to
improve the independence living experience.
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REHB 450 - ADVOCACY AND DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430, REHB 440
Students will gain knowledge of how the disability movement has
advanced, how to assist persons with disability in self- advocacy,
and how advocacy is utilized by various disability populations.
Students will gain working knowledge of a variety of disability
advocacy populations: students will select one population to
research and become active in over the course of the semester.
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REHB 460 - PERSONAL SERVICES AND DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 430, REHB 440, REHB 450
Students will learn the functional skill sets required to deliver
and monitor effective personal services to people with
disabilities. Included in the course is the history and impact of
personal service delivery on the lives of people with disability as
they move to independent living.
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REHB 470 - ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Credits: Three
Students will learn about assistive technology services and local agencies. Students will examine specific areas of assistive technology for mobility, independent living, and community integration for people with disabilities. Students will make structured site visits to selected, representative agencies and resources in the St. Louis metropolitan area that serve adults with physical disabilities.
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REHB 560 - WORKING W CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS
Credits: Three
This course will involve an exploration of various issues facing
children and adolescents and the implications for rehabilitation
counselors. Students will be introduced to multiple perspectives
for working with children and adolescents within the contexts of
individual, family, and group therapy. Topics include: child and
adolescent development, assessment, current directions in research,
psychiatric diagnosis, psychotropic medication, approaches to
intervention and therapy, and working with multiple providers and
larger systems. Students will also examine their assumptions about
children, adolescents, and families and how those assumptions
impact therapeutic processes and practices.
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REHB 561 - FOUNDATIONS OF REHAB COUNSELING
Credits: Three
This course acquaints the student with the legislative, historical
and philosophical roots of rehabilitation counseling in America.
Topics covered include federal and local mandates for
rehabilitation of individuals with disability, progress of the
profession in rehabilitation towards these mandates, the basic
principles of counseling and the varied services, as well as
organizational structures, available to assist individuals with
disability. The course will introduce the student to the
professional expectations, values and ethical standards of the
profession of rehabilitation counseling.
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REHB 563 - COUNSELING & PERSONALITY THEORY
Credits: Three
An overview of counseling theories with focus on related theories
of personality development, this course will examine the following
theories: psychodynamic, developmental, person-centered,
behavioral, rational-emotive, cognitive-behavioral, reality
therapy, gestalt, transactional analysis and existential.
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REHB 564 - MEDICAL ASPECTS OF REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
This course increases the students knowledge of the medical and
functional implications of disabilities. Curricular components
include neurological impairments, orthopedic disabilities, sensory
disabilities, chronic illness, surgical and medical conditions, and
other physical disabilities. Attention will be given to the
diagnostic and prognostic judgments in assessing the individuals
functional strengths.
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REHB 565 - CULT/PSY ASPECTS OF DISABILITY
Credits: Three
An overview of systems theory and family dynamics, multicultural
perspectives, developmental stages and psychosocial aspects is
presented. Particular attention is given to how these factors
influence perceptions and reactions to disability.
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REHB 566 - ISSUES IN COUNSELING
Credits: Three
Students will explore a host of issues for which clients attend counseling. Major issues of focus will include but are not limited to chemical dependency, trauma, violence, child abuse and neglect, and loss and grief. Students will learn how these issues affect client well-being, interpersonal relationships, and social role functioning. This course will also provide students with methods of assessment and intervention to assist clients with adjustment to life circumstances, to positive change, and promote health and happiness.
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REHB 567 - CASE & DISABILITY MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
This course examines the skills necessary to become effective in
case management. Case finding, caseload management, service
coordination, case referral, consumer advocacy, managed care, cost
containment and ethical decision making are among topics discussed.
Also reviewed is disability management including accessibility and
accommodation issues for a safe workplace, and health promotion
through education and consultation.
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REHB 568 - PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION
Credits: Three
This course will involve the study of the impact of significant
mental health disorders on the individual, family, and society.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the individual experience of
psychiatric disability and factors that facilitate role functioning
and recovery. Students will develop a working knowledge of
diagnostic nomenclature and criteria based upon the current
classification system of psychiatric disorders (the Diagnostic and
Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition, Text Revision
- DSM-IV-TR). This will involve an examination of the genetic,
biochemical, psychosocial, and developmental issues related to
psychopathology. The course focuses on rehabilitation interventions
in collaboration with clinical treatment and peer support.
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REHB 570 - SUBSTANCE ABUSE ASSESSMENT & TREAT
Credits: Three
This comprehensive course involves an exploration of the major
components of substance abuse assessment and treatment. Areas of
focus will include: screening and assessment, intake, treatment
planning, case management, individual, group, and family therapy,
and relapse prevention. Students will learn about the contexts
through which substance abuse services are provided and various
theoretical frameworks, perspectives, and the implications for
clinical practice.
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REHB 600 - COUNSELING SKILLS & PRACTICUM
Credits: Three
Counseling Skills and Practicum must be taken within the first year
of coursework.
Note: REHB 600 must be completed with a 3.0 or better to continue in the program. Failure to meet the grade point expectation will require meeting with faculty advisor to determine program status. Termination from the program may result from unsuccessful completion of the practicum. Successful completion of REHB 600 is required to register for further Rehabilitation Counseling coursework.
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REHB 601 - INTERNSHIP & SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 600
Students work for an average of 20 hours per week for the full
semester in a rehabilitation agency or community setting and attend
a weekly seminar to discuss experiences and develop effective
rehabilitation counseling interventions. Students will be required
to do readings in professional journals related to their internship
experiences. The students agency experience must be primarily in
the provision of direct counseling services to individuals, couples
or families. In the classroom seminar, through the lectures,
discussions, video/audio taping and role-playing, the students will
develop further their clinical skills.
Note: The internship must be supervised by an appropriate supervisor for an average of two hours per week in a one-to-one session.
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REHB 602 - ADVANCED INTERNSHIP & SEMINAR
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 601
Students will continue with a second semester internship of 20
hours per week on average for the full semester in the same
rehabilitation agency as required for REHB 601. The primary focus
of this internship experience is in the provision of direct
counseling services. The student will also attend a weekly seminar
structured as described in REHB 601. The intent of this course is
to develop clinical rehabilitation counseling skills for a more
skillful approach to effectively help the individual with
disabilities.
Note: Continuation of professional journal readings will be expected.
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REHB 604 - RESEARCH METHODS AND REHAB
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take At Least One Undergraduate Statistics Course
This course is designed to give students an understanding of basic
concepts in research, including research design, variables,
measurement, hypothesis testing, and validity. The focus of the
course is on conceptual rather than computational aspects of
research. The student will learn how to design outcome studies and
critically analyze the applicability of research to practice.
Strategies that promote research utilization are emphasized
throughout the course.
Note: An undergraduate level course in statistics is a prerequisite for this course.
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REHB 605 - THE INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY AND REHBILITATION
Credits: Three
Corequisite: This course provides an understanding of individual and family life style, communication patterns, family dynamics, systems theory, and interventions for appropriate use with individuals and families. Focus is given to understanding specialized skills for working with individuals and families of disability and to appreciate the critical issues related to the rehabilitation process. An overview of family therapy theories is presented to add to the knowledge of family dynamics.
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REHB 610 - FAMILY STUDIES & ISSUES
Credits: Three
This course involves investigation and discussion of major issues
currently experienced by families. This advanced course will focus
on the implications of these issues on family therapy and
intervention approaches. Students will also explore their personal
lenses and how they affect services. In addition, students will
concentrate on advocacy and the implementation of the course
objectives outside of the classroom.
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REHB 611 - ISSUES IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Credits: Three
This course will address major issues and trends associated with
substance abuse and addiction. Students will study the impact of
substance abuse as it relates to individuals, families, groups,
communities, and society. Specific areas of concentration will
include: the historical development of substance abuse, costs
(i.e., personal, familial, societal, economic, etc.), etiological
perspectives, considerations with various populations (e.g., people
with disabilities, GLBT, etc.), societal trends and responses,
concepts of drug regulation, prevention, and education, and social
policy. This course will contribute to students’ awareness of
substance abuse as a major issue in rehabilitation counseling.
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REHB 615 - COUPLES THERAPY & ENRICHMENT
Credits: Three
This course will involve an exploration of theoretical approaches
to couples therapy and enrichment. Students will learn the
theoretical foundations, processes, and practices associated with
these models. In addition, students will explore methods of
prevention, education, and enrichment, research findings, major
issues that impact relationships, and ethical considerations.
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REHB 662 - EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
Credits: Three
An examination of the methods of evaluation of the individual is
provided including an overview of standardized tests, personality
instruments, interest inventories, the use of observation,
interviews, rating scales and situational assessments. Cultural
difference sensitivity is developed for all evaluation methods.
This course discusses the need for a comprehensive assessment of
the individual to identify the capacity for rehabilitation.
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REHB 663 - CAREER DEVLPMNT, WORK & DISABILITY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 662
Career development theories are reviewed with discussion of the
implications for vocational evaluation. The student will analyze
jobs which exist in the labor market, analyze vocational evaluation
work samples and other data, identify appropriate testing
instruments and do a labor market survey. This course discusses
state-of-the-art practices, such as computerized vocational
instruments.
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REHB 664 - APPLIED THEORY & MULTICULTURALISM
Credits: Three
This course will provide an opportunity to examine personal and
theoretical worldviews with an emphasis on the importance of
transferring theory into practice. Paralleling the emphasis on the
application of theory will be the analysis and evaluation of the
multicultural competencies (a. awareness of own assumptions,
values, & biases; b. understanding the worldview of culturally
different clients; & c. developing appropriate intervention
strategies & techniques). In addition, research, ethical
concerns, and a disability perspective will be interwoven
throughout the course to highlight its connection to theory and
multiculturalism.
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REHB 665 - JOB DEVELOPMENT & PLACEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: REHB 663
This gives students exposure to the principles of job development,
placement and supported employment. Students learn to apply the
techniques of job seeking and keeping; job club, job analysis,
transferable skills analysis, integration analysis, systematic
instruction, reasonable accommodation and supported employment to
working with people with severe disabilities.
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REHB 666 - GROUP PROCESSES/COUNSELING
Credits: Three
The dynamics of group interaction are examined from both
theoretical and practical perspectives with particular emphasis on
group counseling with individuals with disabilities. Topics
addressed include types of groups; marriage and family concerns,
leadership styles, counselor roles and models of problem
resolution. The student acquires practical experience as both a
member and leader of the groups.
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REHB 670 - FOUNDATIONS OF FAMILY THERAPY
Credits: Three
This course will introduce students to the field of family therapy.
In addition to learning about its history and development, students
will explore the philosophical and theoretical foundations upon
which family systems therapy is built. Students will be introduced
to the modernist (classic) models of family therapy including the
concepts and methods associated with those frameworks to the
principles of job development, placement and supported employment.
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REHB 675 - ADVANCED FAMILY THEORY & THERAPY
Credits: Three
This advanced course addresses current and emerging theoretical
frameworks, perspectives, and issues in the field of marriage and
family therapy. Students will be introduced to postmodern and
constructivist approaches including associated processes and
practices. In addition, students will explore special topics
related to working with families. These include but are not limited
to: child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, employment,
disability and children and adolescents. This course also involves
an exploration of students’ personal philosophies and the
relationship of beliefs and assumptions to clinical practice.
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REL 208 - INTRO TO SACRED TEXTS
Credits: Three
This course introduces students to sacred texts of the world’s religions.
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REL 209H - RELIGIOUS ISSUES IN LITERATURE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
Students will examine and respond to literature from various
cultural perspectives in order to understand and appreciate the
role of religious issues in that literature, particularly the
relationship between religion and cultural identity, cultural
conflict, tradition, and questions about faith.
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REL 211 - JESUS IN THE GOSPELS I
Credits: Three
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the first two evangelists, Matthew and Mark.
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REL 212 - JESUS IN THE GOSPELS II
Credits: Three
This course studies the portrayal of Jesus given by the evangelists Luke and John.
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