PSYC 240 | Counseling in Educational Settings

This course introduces the role of counseling and psychology in educational settings with a focus on K-12 schools. Students examine the specific roles and responsibilities of school counselors, school psychologists, and mental health counselors working in the school setting. Class discussions focus on the academic, career, and social emotional needs of school aged students and how these professionals promote culturally sustaining practices and support a safe, healthy learning environment. Experiential components of the course include introductory counseling, consultation, collaboration and advocacy skills.