2011-2012 Academic Catalog - Victory University

6. Appraisal—An understanding of individual and group approaches to assessment andevaluation7. Research and Program Evaluation—An understanding of types of research methods, basicstatistics, and ethical and legal considerations in research8. Professional Orientation and Ethics—An understanding of all aspects of professionalfunctioning, including history, roles, organizational structure, ethics, standards, andcredentialingEvaluating Student Learning OutcomesStudent evaluations include assessment of the student’s cognitive knowledge base andattainment of certain counseling competencies.In addition to CACREP program objectives, the Victory University Mission Statement articulatesstudent learning outcomes and competencies. Student learning outcomes for the program areas follows:1. Think critically about and apply a Christian worldview perspective to aspects of humannature: cognitions, behaviors, emotions, relationships, and spirituality2. Understand the nature and needs of individuals at all developmental levels3. Understand issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society4. Understand concepts and theories of professional counseling and consultation processes5. Understand group development, group dynamics, group counseling theories, and groupcounseling methods/skills6. Demonstrate competency in counseling skills as applied to individuals, families, and groups7. Implement appropriate intervention strategies to help alleviate human problems andencourage growth8. Understand career development and related life factors9. Understand individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation, including datacollection, analysis, testing, and interpretation of data about human functioning256