Counseling Psychology, AAS

1. Distinguish between normal and abnormal developmental processes and behaviors by accurately identifying and interpreting them in case scenarios and/or real-life interactions.

2. Demonstrate basic counseling skills and utilize behavioral health strategies effectively.

3. Discuss and apply ACA ethical standards and values in common professional situations, including the use of the ACA ethical decision-making model to analyze and resolve ethical dilemmas.

4. Identify and explain how cultural, racial, and demographic factors influence individual functioning in hypothetical or real-world situations.

5. Explain a person’s current functioning using a developmental framework, recognizing key strengths, needs, and challenges that influence behavior and adjustment.

6. Identify the common challenges and needs of families with a member who has a psychological disorder.

7. Use professional writing skills to document and explain client functioning, applying relevant counseling theories and developmental understanding.

8. Begin to develop a professional identity in counseling through the exploration of personal values, a philosophy of counseling, and self-care practices that support ethical and effective helping relationships.

9. Develop career readiness skills, recognize professional norms, and build awareness of career pathways in Counseling Psychology and related fields.