Counseling Psychology, AAS

1. Distinguish between normal and abnormal developmental processes and behaviors, and correctly identify these processes and behaviors when observing clients.

2. Demonstrate basic counseling skills (active listening, processing, responding, and expressing empathy) and utilize positive behavior support strategies effectively with a client.

3. Discuss and apply ACA ethical standards and values in a counseling/support staff relationship.

4. Recognize the characteristics of a racially and/or culturally diverse individual (demographic characteristics including gender, race, ethnicity, religion, and socioeconomic status) and identify the potential impact of diversity on client functioning.

5. Gather information to explain the client's current functioning from a developmental perspective and identify the client's strengths, needs, and challenges.

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

7. Write effective, high-quality progress notes to document treatment.

8. Develop a professional identity that incorporates self-care, self-reflection, ethics, cultural competence, and lifelong learning.

9. Develop employability skills, and awareness of the field of Counseling Psychology, including career pathways related to Counseling.