Spring 2020 Course Syllabus Course: DAAC-1311- Section: 2C Counseling Theories

Instructor Information
Instructor	John Neely
E-mail	neelyjw@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6337
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 228 Hours: none
Department	Inmate Instruction Chair: Shirley MacNeill E-mail: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description	An examination of major theories and current treatment modalities used in the field of counseling
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Students will be able to : 1) identify major counseling theories, key figures, their philosophy and key concepts 2) define and explain techniques relevant to the various theories 3) identify major approaches to treatment 4) identify the attitudes and skills that are essential to becoming an effective multicultural counselor
Core Objectives	Students will be able to : 1) identify major counseling theories, key figures, their philosophy and key concepts 2) define and explain techniques relevant to the various theories 3) identify major approaches to treatment 4) identify the attitudes and skills that are essential to becoming an effective multicultural counselor
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Demonstrate basic knowledge of essential characteristics of an effective counselor. Demonstrate basic knowledge, skills, and attitudes that are critical in becoming an effective multicultural counselor. Demonstrate knowledge of a framework for ethical decision making. Demonstrate basic knowledge of key concepts and commonly used techniques of psychoanalytic therapy, as well as existential humanistic and person-centered theories. Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts and characteristics that unite the field of behavior therapies ( Cognitive, Cognitive-Behavioral , and Reality.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy Author: Gerald Corey Ninth Edition
Lecture Topics Outline	1) Basic Issues In Counseling Practice 2) Ethical Issues in Counseling 3) Psychoanalytic Theory 4) Adlerian Theory 5) Existential Therapy 6) Person Centered Therapy 7) Cognitive Behavior and Reality Therapy 8) Family Therapy 9 ) Feminist Therapy
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1) Basic Issues In Counseling Practice Ethical Issues in Counseling Week 2) Psychoanalytic Theory Week 3) Adlerian Theory Week 4) Existential Therapy Week 5) Person Centered Therapy Week 6) Cognitive Behavior and Reality Therapy Week 7) Family Therapy Week 8) Feminist Therapy Final Exam
Final Exam Date	May 12, 2020 - 6:00 PM   Through  May 12, 2020 - 9:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Tests: 30% Projects:30% Final: 40%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	If you want to discuss your grades, you must see me when class is concluded.
Attendance Policy	All correctional students will attend each class on time, for the duration of the Semester.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	If you want to discuss your grades, you must see me when class is concluded.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.