School Counseling Standards | CACREP Accreditation Self Study

Below are listed the CACREP standards specific to the School Counseling Program and the courses in which they are addressed and assessed by the faculty.

(For a snapshot view of where the SC standards are addressed and assessed in the coursework, click on the SC Crosswalk Matrix. Additionally, all SC program syllabi are included at the bottom of this page for further review.)

FOUNDATIONS

A. Knowledge

1. Knows history, philosophy, and trends in school counseling and educational systems.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
EPSY 520 Fundamentals of Human Development
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Field Interview

2. Understands ethical and legal considerations specifically related to the practice of school counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Case Studies

3. Knows roles, functions, settings, and professional identity of the school counselor in relation to the roles of other professional and support personnel in the school.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 690 Practicum Seminar and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
K-12 Analysis

4. Knows professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials that are relevant to the practice of school counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam

5. Understands current models of school counseling programs (e.g., American School Counselor Association [ASCA] National Model) and their integral relationship to the total educational program.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit
Midterm Exam
Case Studies

6. Understands the effects of (a) atypical growth and development, (b) health and wellness, (c) language, (d) ability level, (e) multicultural issues, and (f) factors of resiliency on student learning and development.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 520 Fundamentals of Human Development
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Oral Presentation
Personal Experience Reflection Paper

7. Understands the operation of the school emergency management plan and the roles and responsibilities of the school counselor during crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Quiz
Midterm Exam

B. Skills and Practices

1. Demonstrates the ability to apply and adhere to ethical and legal standards in school counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

2. Demonstrates the ability to articulate, model, and advocate for an appropriate school counselor identity and program.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Presentation
Midterm Exam

COUNSELING, PREVENTION, AND INTERVENTION

C. Knowledge

1. Knows the theories and processes of effective counseling and wellness programs for individual students and groups of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 670 Counseling Theory
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 675 Group Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Proposal

2. Knows how to design, implement, manage, and evaluate programs to enhance the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 535 Career Counseling and Placement
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

3. Knows strategies for helping students identify strengths and cope with environmental and developmental problems.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 520 Fundamentals of Human Development
COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Case Studies

4. Knows how to design, implement, manage, and evaluate transition programs, including school-to-work, postsecondary planning, and college admissions counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 535 Career Counseling and Placement
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 535 Career Counseling and Placement and based on the following measure(s):

Career Population and Program Development Presentation

5. Understands group dynamics—including counseling, psycho-educational, task, and peer helping groups—and the facilitation of teams to enable students to overcome barriers and impediments to learning.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 675 Group Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Task Group Outlines & Presentation
Experiential Group
Group Proposal

6. Understands the potential impact of crises, emergencies, and disasters on students, educators, and schools, and knows the skills needed for crisis intervention.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Personal Experience Reflection Paper
Oral Presentation
Midterm Exam

D. Skills and Practices

1. Demonstrates self-awareness, sensitivity to others, and the skills needed to relate to diverse individuals, groups, and classrooms.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
Case Presentation

2. Provides individual and group counseling and classroom guidance to promote the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

3. Designs and implements prevention and intervention plans related to the effects of (a) atypical growth and development, (b) health and wellness, (c) language, (d) ability level, (e) multicultural issues, and (f) factors of resiliency on student learning and development.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 520 Fundamentals of Human Development
COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Case Presentation
Supervisor’s Evaluation

4. Demonstrates the ability to use procedures for assessing and managing suicide risk.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Quiz

5. Demonstrates the ability to recognize his or her limitations as a school counselor and to seek supervision or refer clients when appropriate.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 690 Practicum and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
Self-awareness Project

DIVERSITY AND ADVOCACY

E. Knowledge

1. Understands the cultural, ethical, economic, legal, and political issues surrounding diversity, equity, and excellence in terms of student learning.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
EPSY 520 Fundamentals of Human Development
COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Cultural Research Project
Multicultural Counseling Competency Exam

2. Identifies community, environmental, and institutional opportunities that enhance—as well as barriers that impede—the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 535 Career Counseling and Placement
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Speaker Reaction Paper
Oral Presentation

3. Understands the ways in which educational policies, programs, and practices can be developed, adapted, and modified to be culturally congruent with the needs of students and their families.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam

4. Understands multicultural counseling issues, as well as the impact of ability levels, stereotyping, family, socioeconomic status, gender, and sexual identity, and their effects on student achievement.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Oral Presentation
Speaker Reaction Paper
Midterm Exam

F. Skills and Practices

1. Demonstrates multicultural competencies in relation to diversity, equity, and opportunity in student learning and development.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

2. Advocates for the learning and academic experiences necessary to promote the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

3. Advocates for school policies, programs, and services that enhance a positive school climate and are equitable and responsive to multicultural student populations.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 530 Multicultural Counseling
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

4. Engages parents, guardians, and families to promote the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

ASSESSMENT

G. Knowledge

1. Understands the influence of multiple factors (e.g., abuse, violence, eating disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, childhood depression) that may affect the personal, social, and academic functioning of students.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 545 Community Agency Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Quiz
Oral Presentation
Personal Experience Reflection Paper

2. Knows the signs and symptoms of substance abuse in children and adolescents, as well as the signs and symptoms of living in a home where substance abuse occurs.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Speaker Reaction Paper

3. Identifies various forms of needs assessments for academic, career, and personal/social development.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 535 Career Counseling and Placement
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm
Final
Instrument Review and Presentation on same
Assessment Report

H. Skills and Practices

1. Assesses and interprets students’ strengths and needs, recognizing uniqueness in cultures, languages, values, backgrounds, and abilities.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
Case presentation

2. Selects appropriate assessment strategies that can be used to evaluate a student’s academic, career, and personal/social development.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm
Final
Instrument Review and Presentation on same
Assessment Report

3. Analyzes assessment information in a manner that produces valid inferences when evaluating the needs of individual students and assessing the effectiveness of educational programs.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm
Final
Instrument Review and Presentation on same
Assessment Report

4. Makes appropriate referrals to school and/or community resources.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

5. Assesses barriers that impede students’ academic, career, and personal/social development.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
Case Presentation

RESEARCH AND EVALUATION

I. Knowledge

1. Understands how to critically evaluate research relevant to the practice of school counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Paper

2. Knows models of program evaluation for school counseling programs.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam

3. Knows basic strategies for evaluating counseling outcomes in school counseling (e.g., behavioral observation, program evaluation).

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

4. Knows current methods of using data to inform decision making and accountability (e.g., school improvement plan, school report card).

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Case Studies

5. Understands the outcome research data and best practices identified in the school counseling research literature.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Presentation

J. Skills and Practices

1. Applies relevant research findings to inform the practice of school counseling.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Presentation

2. Develops measurable outcomes for school counseling programs, activities, interventions, and experiences.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

3. Analyzes and uses data to enhance school counseling programs.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 515 Statistics and Research in Counseling
EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 675 Group Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Oral Presentation

ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT

K. Knowledge

1. Understands the relationship of the school counseling program to the academic mission of the school.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 690 Practicum Seminar and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation
K-12 Analysis

2. Understands the concepts, principles, strategies, programs, and practices designed to close the achievement gap, promote student academic success, and prevent students from dropping out of school.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Oral Presentation
Speaker Reaction Paper

3. Understands curriculum design, lesson plan development, classroom management strategies, and differentiated instructional strategies for teaching counseling- and guidance-related material.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam

L. Skills and Practices

1. Conducts programs designed to enhance student academic development.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

2. Implements strategies and activities to prepare students for a full range of postsecondary options and opportunities.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

3. Implements differentiated instructional strategies that draw on subject matter and pedagogical content knowledge and skills to promote student achievement.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

COLLABORATION AND CONSULTATION

M. Knowledge

1. Understands the ways in which student development, well-being, and learning are enhanced by family-school-community collaboration.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 643 Measurement and Evaluation
COUN 545 Community Agency Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam
Case Studies

2. Knows strategies to promote, develop, and enhance effective teamwork within the school and the larger community.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 545 Community Agency Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

3. Knows how to build effective working teams of school staff, parents, and community members to promote the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Midterm Exam

4. Understands systems theories, models, and processes of consultation in school system settings.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 675 Group Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Proposal

5. Knows strategies and methods for working with parents, guardians, families, and communities to empower them to act on behalf of their children.

This standard is addressed in:

EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Group Presentation
Site Visit

6. Understands the various peer programming interventions (e.g., peer meditation, peer mentoring, peer tutoring) and how to coordinate them.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

7. Knows school and community collaboration models for crisis/disaster preparedness and response.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 545 Community Agency Counseling
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At-Risk Children and Adolescents and based on the following measure(s):

Quiz

N. Skills and Practices

1. Works with parents, guardians, and families to act on behalf of their children to address problems that affect student success in school.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

2. Locates resources in the community that can be used in the school to improve student achievement and success.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
COUN 545 Community Agency Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

3. Consults with teachers, staff, and community-based organizations to promote student academic, career, and personal/social development.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

4. Uses peer helping strategies in the school counseling program.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

5. Uses referral procedures with helping agents in the community (e.g., mental health centers, businesses, service groups) to secure assistance for students and their families.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 693 Internship

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

LEADERSHIP

O. Knowledge

1. Knows the qualities, principles, skills, and styles of effective leadership.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 675 Group Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Leadership Demonstration

2. Knows strategies of leadership designed to enhance the learning environment of schools.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 675 Group Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 675 Group Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Leadership Demonstration

3. Knows how to design, implement, manage, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

4. Understands the important role of the school counselor as a system change agent.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling
COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 501 Introduction to Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Field Interview/Observation

5. Understands the school counselor’s role in student assistance programs, school leadership, curriculum, and advisory meetings.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 690 Practicum Seminar
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At- Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 660 Organization, Administration, and Supervision of School Counseling and based on the following measure(s):

Site Visit

P. Skills and Practices

1. Participates in the design, implementation, management, and evaluation of a comprehensive developmental school counseling program.

This standard is addressed in:

COUN 693 Internship
EPSY 661 Counseling Exceptional and At- Risk Children and Adolescents
COUN 660 Organization, Administration and Supervision of School Counseling

A student’s ability to meet this standard is assessed by the faculty in COUN 693 Internship and based on the following measure(s):

Supervisor’s Evaluation

2. Plans and presents school-counseling-related educational programs for use with parents and teachers (e.g., parent education programs, materials used in classroom guidance and advisor/advisee programs for teachers).

This standard is addressed in: