HED 530 - Introduction to College Counseling and Advising

Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course equips students to help both individuals and groups through difficult transitions. Students will develop the ability to incorporate various academic advising approaches, employ effective counseling strategies, and develop career counseling techniques useful in practice. They will demonstrate an understanding of various helping roles (advisor, counselor and therapist), supportive communication, triage skills, and a firm understanding of when one’s expertise ends and referral to other campus and outside resources may be needed.
Grade Type: Letter Grade
Prerequisite(s): HED 510