Online Class: Counseling Psychology 101
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 Course Description Professional counselors need a strong foundation to prepare them for entering the profession of counseling. If you are seeking a program to enhance your skills, or just want to learn more about this career, Introduction to Counseling will give you great insight toward reaching your educational goals.
The course will focus on counselor's work as well as a counselor's typical day, provide understanding into how personal and professional ethics play a major role in the dynamics between counselor and client, and the challenges of various abnormal behaviors and mental disorders a professional counselor must face in helping people to live their own life rather than be lived by it. This self-paced course incorporates a vast variety of areas that apply to many different environments and circumstances including addiction, marital problems, eating disorders, bereavement, educational and career counseling. You'll learn the top ten basic counseling skills to create a positive relationship between client and therapist and how these skills can help the client to make positive changes. Introduction to Counseling offers an inside view of core counseling techniques and approaches, and opportunities for counseling professionals to understand the complex role client diversity plays in their work. When the ailment can't be measured by numbers on the thermometer, that's when a counselor's work begins.
Course Lessons |  | Lesson 1 What is a Counselor?Counseling is a place to get support with indecision, stress, job opportunities, marital problems, learning disabilities and the list goes on and on. | Lesson 2 Developing Basic Counseling SkillsStudies are increasingly finding that the type of specialty therapy used is not as important to actual outcomes as the specific counselor behavior such as confidence, enthusiasm and the belief in the ability of the client/patient to change. | Lesson 3 Are You A Candidate For A Counseling Career?By now, you're probably asking yourself, "How do I get ready? Where do I start?" Education and training requirements for counselors are detailed, and vary by state and specialty. | Lesson 4 Counseling In Private SectorIt's no secret the squeeze is on to promote better physical and mental health via the workplace. Individual counseling in the workplace shows great potential for helping employees with poor health to become more physically active and fit. | Lesson 5 Mastering Counseling TechniquesRole playing is an effective tool in any group counseling setting. Acting out scenarios may be used for training professionals or in a classroom setting for the understanding of certain curriculum. | Lesson 6 Legal and Ethical IssuesHave you ever found yourself involved in an ethical dilemma? Chances are good that you have. | Lesson 7: Popular Counseling SpecialtiesIt's not necessary to choose a specialty before you begin your master's program in counseling, although many students enter into counseling programs with one in mind. counseling you want to | Lesson 8 Counseling ArrangementsOne-on-one counseling or individual counseling generally focuses on the concerns the client has raised. The counselor and client work together to develop strategies to address client goals and decide the length of time needed to resolve client concerns. | Lesson 9 Counselor Self-Care StrategiesSelf-care is an intrinsic, ongoing and highly important responsibility that should be practiced by everyone, particularly those in health care. Its goal is to ensure that the professional's mental and physical wellbeing is in good shape. | Lesson 10 The Social WorkerSocial work is a profession for those with a strong desire to help improve people's lives. They assist people by helping them cope with everyday issues, deal with their relationships and solve personal and family problems. | Lesson 11 Counseling In Diverse EnvironmentsFor the counselor, information is power. In recent years, the work of counselors and psychologists has expanded beyond traditional environments from classrooms to courtrooms and from public safety offices to prisons. | Lesson 12 Business Aspects of CounselingMany beginning counselors and therapists thirst for realistic instruction, training and specific guidelines to help them to meet the challenge of counseling in group settings. | Lesson 13 Record Keeping And Ethical Guidelines"Licensed counselor" means a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed mental health counselor, licensed advanced social worker or regulated licensed independent social worker. | Lesson 14 Counseling Based Communication SkillsCounseling incorporates a vast variety of areas that apply to many different environments and circumstances. Understanding human behavior and improving communication are essential when interacting positively with others. |
Optional Certificates Awarded - Certificate of Merit
- Certificate of Academic Excellence
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| | Additional Information | Course Title | : | Counseling Psychology 101 | | CEU Value | : | | | Course Number | : | 7550089 | | Course Type | : | Professional Development | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : |  | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $35 | | | | |
NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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