Description
PSY 415 COMMUNICATION AND COUNSELING SKILLS This course will involve a systematic study of the communication skills that are required for conducting interviews and counseling. The ethical issues associated with psychotherapy, as well as cultural differences instyles of communication will also be addressed. Additional topics that will be surveyed include: major theoretical approaches to psychotherapy; and, approaches to working with children and families. As the focusof the course will be on the development and applicationof specific competencies, this course is strongly encouraged for those students who intend to pursue internship opportunities. Prerequisites: PSY 101, ENG 102 “C-” or better. Students are encouraged (but not required) to complete PSY 412 prior to enrolling in PSY 415.