Course: EPC 659SPB. Practicum in Counseling for School Psychologists (3)
Prerequisites: EPC 659SPA; Admission to CSUN’s Master of Science in School Psychology program. Supervised group experiences and peer counseling using communication theory and skills designed to continue to help candidates develop sensitivity to others, and skillfulness in relating to individuals and groups. Emphasis on effective communication skills involving verbal and non-verbal cues, refinement of basic response skills, understanding subtleties of language and style will continue to be practiced in this course, as well as focusing on interpersonal relationship building skills. Topics will also include crisis management, safety planning with suicidal clients, threat assessment, child abuse, self-injury, documentation, case management, and community referrals.