Calumet College of St. Joseph
SYLLABUS FOR THEORETICAL BASES OF COUNSELING

Course Description: This course surveys theoretical foundations of major contemporary approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. Students will learn the theory of personality and understanding of how to effect change characteristic of nine counseling theories. Students will be encouraged to begin the process of developing a personal style of counseling.

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An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a

course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see

Refund Schedule).

Class Policy on Attendance: Students are allowed two personal days. However, students responsible for the work covered in those classes. Any missed tests must be made up prior to the next scheduled class. In cases of serious illness or other problems that are making class attendance difficult please schedule an appointment.

Class Policy For Assignments: Preparation assignments are to be completed prior to attending class. Written assignment are due on the stated due date unless other arrangements have been made.

Students in this course will:

• accurately summarize each of nine theories of counseling as evidenced by achieving a score of 80% or better of norm on a series of chapter test;
• demonstrate self-reflection skills on a) their motivation to enter the counseling field, b) value conflicts and their impact on the counseling relationship and c) professional development issues faced by beginning counselors by earning a minimum score of 35 on each of three short reflection papers;
• formulate and orally present their position on a theory of counseling most appropriate for the Human Services Professional; and,
• be able to identify the most common counseling techniques associated with each of the nine theories of counseling discussed in the text through participation in simulation exercises done in and outside of class.

Chapter Exams 25% of grade

Class participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments 25% of grade

Reflection Papers 25% of grade

Position Paper 25% of grade

A: A-: B+: B: B-: C+:

C: C-: D+: D: D-: F:

Format for Written Assignments: APA Guidelines