School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University

2010-2011
Counseling Psychology Learning Outcomes
Bachelor of Science
Counseling Psychology
The mission of the counseling psychology major is to develop an individual’s capacity for work in the helping professions in both
secular and sacred settings. The program prepares Christians to lead individuals/groups to wholeness – body, soul, and spirit –
using methods that are scripturally based, culturally sensitive, and clinically sound. Some will apply this degree to work within a
mental health setting or utilize the relational skills gained in this program in a wide range of careers, including business, human
services, and church\parachurch ministry. The major provides foundational studies in preparation for graduate school in the
helping professions. Graduates who seek advanced education typically choose studies in psychology, counseling or social work.
After completing this major, students should be able to:
• Integrate their faith and knowledge of scripture with the study of human needs
• Apply basic theoretical perspectives in psychology
• Demonstrate critical thinking and interpretative skills
• Demonstrate fundamental competence in research
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication with both individuals and groups
• Demonstrate an ability to interview, assess, develop treatment plans, carry out interventions, and evaluate progress in helping
relationships, utilizing community resources appropriately and effectively as part of the helping process
• Demonstrate self-awareness, recognizing personal strengths, growth areas, and limitations
Counseling Psychology majors are required to take Introduction to Psychology and Developmental Psychology as prerequisites to
the major.
General Education Requirements ........................................................... 52
Electives (by transfer, CPL, or concurrent enrollment) .......................... 28
Strategies for Success *CM301XL) ......................................................... 3
Interpersonal Communication (SP382XL) ............................................. 3
Adult Development and Aging (PSYC346XL) ......................................... 3
The Art of Interpretation (BIBL349XL) ................................................... 3
Counseling Theory (PSYC323XL) ............................................................ 3
Research Methods and Statistical Concepts (PSYC490XL) .................. 3
Pre Practicum (PSYC474XL) .................................................................. 0
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC364XL) ....................................................... 3
Counseling Skills (PSYC441XL) .............................................................. 3
Old Testament Literature (BIBL304XL) .................................................. 3
Practicum I (PSYC475bXL) .................................................................... 2
Marriage and Family (PSYC377XL) ......................................................... 3
Small Group Communication (SP440XL) .............................................. 3
New Testament Literature (BIBL303XL) ................................................. 3
Practicum II (PSYC475dXL) .................................................................... 2
Human Sexuality (PSYC467XL) .............................................................. 3
Multi-Cultural Counseling (PSYC423XL) ................................................ 3
Counseling Psychology Capstone (PSYC498XL) .................................... 2
Total: ............................................................................................ 48
Total Units for Program .......................................................................... 128
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