Course Descriptions

EDIS 8040 - Problems in Special Education

Analyzes contemporary research on exceptional children. Areas of emphasis: behavior disordered (emotionally disturbed); learning disabled; mentally retarded; general special education; and special education administration and supervision. No more than three credits may be taken in each subsection.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8050 - Research and Reading in Science Education I

Designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to critically analyze research reports in science education, focusing on studies related to teaching and learning. This course is only offered every other year.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8051 - Research and Reading in Science Education II

In this course, students use the critical review developed in EDIS 8050 to inform the development of a conceptually sound investigation with the potential to form the basis of a dissertation. This course is only offered every other year.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8090 - Seminar: Integrative Literature Reviews

Presents methods for systematically integrating research literature, including searching extant studies, categorizing studies on the basis of their relevant characteristics, analyzing the resulting data, and preparing reports of reviews. Includes methods for both narrative reviews and meta-analyses.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8140 - Evaluation of Programs for the Gifted

Focus on designs for evaluating programs for the gifted, unique issues in the evaluation design, instrument selection, and construction. Application of the design to real evaluation projects.
Prerequisite: EDLF 7220 or instructor permission



Credits: 3

EDIS 8170 - Advanced Seminar on Creativity

Study of the theory of and emperical research in the field of creativity. Includes the history and philosophy of creativity; brain research; environmental effects; intelligence; motivation; the assessment of, and empirical research on, creativity; and applications of creativity research to education and other settings.
Prerequisite: EDLF 7220 or instructor permission



Credits: 3

EDIS 8180 - Advanced Seminar on Curriculum for the Gifted

Designed for those participants with a strong background in the study of curriculum development for gifted learners. Provides an opportunity for advanced study, research, and application of principles and issues central to appropriate instruction of gifted learners. Students examine current thinking about teaching and learning, current contexts of education, and applications and impacts of those elements on instructing gifted learners.
Prerequisite: EDLF 7220 or instructor permission



Credits: 3

EDIS 8190 - Advanced Seminar Research on the Gifted

Explores specific research issues (definition of population, instrument ceilings, control group issues) using current empirical studies. Students are required to develop a proposal for a research study or work on an on-going research project in the field of gifted education. Considers both quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Prerequisite: EDLF 7220 or instructor permission



Credits: 3

EDIS 8200 - Issues in Gifted Education

This seminar focuses on critical analysis of existing research in the field of gifted education with an eye toward developing research proposals to further the field. Students will be expected to actively participate in the three components-analyzing research literature; participating in mentored experiences with faculty in the program area; and contributing to the advanced seminar activities on targeted issues within the field.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8210 - Advanced Seminar on Special Populations of Gifted Students

Focuses on groups of gifted students who have been underserved or who have unique characteristics and needs. Addresses identification, programming and curriculum development, and instruction. Groups studied include cultural and ethnic minorities, economically disadvantaged, handicapped, underachievers, and women.
Prerequisite: EDLF 7220 or instructor permission



Credits: 3

EDIS 8400 - Research Studies in English and Literacy Education

Students learn to analyze significant research studies in the field, present critiques of selected studies, and develop a literature review of research that lays the groundwork for a dissertation study.
Prerequisite: EDIS 7400.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8460 - Advanced Aesthetics and Education

Advanced seminar on aesthetics and education, focusing on the evolution of aesthetic ideas, their relationship to education, aesthetic experiences and the human mind, the use of aesthetics in the public domain, and aesthetics and educational strategies for improving the quality of experiences in American education.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8470 - Folklore and Education

Introduction to the field of folklore and folklife studies. This field provides a powerful framework for understanding educational patterns, problems, and issues in traditional and modern societies. The course blends the substance and methodology of the discipline with the pragmatic needs of the educator in the school.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8500 - Special Topics

EDIS 8800 - Principles of Curriculum Design

Laboratory course for students beginning to work on the development of curriculum and instructional programs. Application of curriculum design and evaluation principles to the development of a particular curriculum identified by the student.
Prerequisite: EDIS 7800.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8820 - Curriculum: Advanced Seminar

Study of the most significant recent developments in curricular concepts and patterns directed toward a deeper understanding of the theoretic base underlying them.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8821 - Proseminar for CISE 1st yr Doctoral Students

This seminar is designed for all doctoral students in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education.. Taken in doctoral students’ first semester of study, the focus is on introducing CISE faculty to CISE students and vice versa. It also focuses on the basics of academic scholarship, with special emphasis on scholarly writing.
Prerequisites: Restricted to CISE Doctoral Students.



Credits: 1

EDIS 8822 - Doctoral Seminar: Research Grant Writing

The purpose of this seminar is to help doctoral students gain skills in research grant writing and reviewing. Students learn the basics of preparing grant proposals in accordance with the guidelines used by federal agencies, such as the U. S. Department of Education (USDOE) Institute of Education Sciences and the National Institutes of Mental Health.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8850 - Doctoral Level Methods in Special Education

This course gives an overview of methods for iinstructioning children with special needs in the public schools. Designed specifically for those doctoral students seeking licensure in school psychology, the course uses cases and video to address methods from a problem-solving format.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8851 - Advanced Studies in Special Education Research and Issues

Advanced graduate students examine professional literature bearing on the nature, causes, asessment, and treatment of individuals with disabilities, particularly the literature related to special education and the issues that arise from differing perspectives on these topics. Topics (a: characteristics and issues; b: assessment and intervention) alternate annually; students may repeat the course one time.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8852 - Conceptualizing Educational Research

This seminar provides a forum for exchanging ideas about conducting educational research and evaluation. Students write and presnet research proposals.



Credits: 3

EDIS 8853 - Seminar: Research Grant Writing

EDIS 8854 - Policy Issues in Teaching and Teacher Education

This seminar engages graduate students in an intensive exploration of (1) the context for teaching and teacher education policy, (2) the diverse roles of various stakeholder groups and agencies, (3) the specific dimensions of policy on teaching and teacher education, and (4) current issues in teaching and teacher education policy. Specific sections may focus on particular topics in teacher education.



Credits: 3 to 6

EDIS 8980 - Practicum

Supervised experiences under the direction of Clinical Instructors and University Supervisors.  Experiences are designed to prepare students to manage and instruct individual children/adolescents and groups of children/adolescents representative of their respective area of emphasis. The experiences addressed are: Section 1: Early Childhood Developmental Risk; Section 2: Severe Disabilities; Section 3: Behavioral Disorders; Section 4: Learning Disabilities; Section 5: Mental Retardation



Credits: 1 to 6

EDIS 8981 - Practicum: Special Education

EDIS 8982 - Practicum: Curriculum & Instruction

EDIS 8983 - Practicum: Special Education - Intellectual Developmental Disabilities

EDIS 8984 - Practicum: Reading Diagnostic Clinic

EDIS 8985 - Practicum: Reading -Tutoring Clinic

EDIS 8986 - Practicum Adapted Special Education: Severe Disabilitites

This practicum provides teaching experiences with school-aged individuals with severe disabilities; students work with licensed teachers (clinical instructors) and receive supervision from a university supervisor. Students attend a practicum seminar that meets several times a semester. Students enroll for variable credits (1 to 6) that is coordinated with assignments and weekly time in classroom; performance is graded.
Prerequisites: Must be a graduate student in Special Education.



Credits: 1 to 6

EDIS 8987 - Masters Internship: Gifted

EDIS 8998 - Masters Research Internship

Designed to give masters students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines.
Prerequisites: Permission of Advisor.



Credits: 1 to 12

EDIS 8999 - Masters Thesis

EDIS 9040 - Seminar in English & Literacy Education

In a highly individualized venue, students develop the components of a dissertation proposal; a study rationale, literature review, and methodology for rigorous inquiry that will contriube to research, theory, and practice in English and literacy education. In this context, students also prepare themselves for comprehension exams.
Prerequisite: EDIS 8400.



Credits: 3

EDIS 9250 - Readings and Research in Elementary Education (K-8)

EDIS 9400 - Seminar in English Education

Students develop a comprehensive and annotated bibliography of research, along with a rationale and procedures for carrying out a study that will contribute to research, theory, and practice in English education.



Credits: 3

EDIS 9450 - Readings and Research in Mathematics Education

Students analyze research on a particular topic in the teaching or learning of mathematics and complete a project synthesizing, applying, or extending the research results.



Credits: 3

EDIS 9650 - Readings and Research in Social Studies Education

Explores and analyzes significant studies in social studies education. Consideration is also given to implications for needed research in this area.



Credits: 3

EDIS 9700 - Reading Research Seminar

EDIS 9740 - Internship in College Teaching or Supervision

Opportunities for experienced doctoral students to teach courses or partial courses at the University, or to supervise student teachers under the guidance of a faculty member.



Credits: 1 to 6

EDIS 9991 - Ed.D. Research

Students conduct systematic inquiry to address an important problem in education, through the application of discipline knowledge and research skills, with the goal of improving practice.



Credits: 1 to 12

EDIS 9993 - Independent Study

Under close guidance of a faculty member, students work on an area of particular interest that cannot be met by a regularly scheduled course. A plan of study should be signed by the faculty sponsor and filed in the student’s permanent file in the Office of Student Affairs.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



Credits: 1 to 6

EDIS 9995 - Independent Research

Permits students to work jointly with faculty or other students in cooperatively designing and executing research projects. The nature and scope of such projects are advanced beyond the master’s level, and a plan of research should be signed and filed in the student’s permanent file.
Prerequisite: Advisor permission.



Credits: 1 to 6

EDIS 9998 - Doctoral Research Apprenticeship

Designed to give doctoral students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines.
Prerequisites: Advisor Permission Required



Credits: 1 to 12

EDIS 9999 - Doctoral Dissertation

EDHS 5000 - Kinesiology Individuals Disabilities

Examines the nature and causes of disabling conditions and the motor needs and tolerances associated with these conditions. Enhances experience and skill in planning, assessing, prescribing, teaching, and evaluating instruction for individuals with disabilities in both school and non-school settings.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5010 - Phonetics

Studies the structure and function of speech sound production. Teaches the basic skills of phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet, and introduces basic theoretical issues in the study of phonology.



Credits: 2

EDHS 5020 - Introduction to Speech and Hearing Science

Examines principal concepts and procedures for the study of physiologic, perceptual, and acoustic aspects of voice, speech, and hearing.
Prerequisite: EDHS 5010 and 5050.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5021 - Contemporary Health Issues

Discussion of major topics in public health, including chronic diseases, such as child and adult obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, cardiovascular disease, muscle and bone diseases, and mental illness. There is a strong emphasis on fitness , nutrition, and other lifestyle choices to modify disease risk. Eating disorders and athlete medical issues are also discussed.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5030 - Assessment in Kinesiology

Studies assessment strategies and techniques in physical activity settings (i.e., fitness and motor skills, as well as fitness self-assessments). Emphasizes the general concepts and techniques of assessment in physical activity settings, and addresses strategies for the selection and administration of assessment tests.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5040 - Motor Development

Describes and analyzes normal motor development across the lifespan, from pre-natal development through older adulthood. Emphasizes identifying and classifying motor behaviors across the lifespan, as well as understanding the interaction of environmental and biological factors that affect acquisition of these movement behaviors. Laboratory experiences included. Same as EDHS 4450, but with additional scholarly and research requirements.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5041 - Nutrition

Studies the basic principles of nutrition, including psychosocial-cultural considerations in dietary intake. Focuses on nutrient sources and actions, digestion, special population needs, weight control, food faddism, international problems, nutrition education, and nutrition-related disorders. Taught at the undergraduate level as EDHS 4630; credit may not be earned for both EDHS 4630 and 5630.
Prerequisite: graduate student status and instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5050 - Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms

Examines the anatomical and physiological substrates of hearing, speech perception, language comprehension, speech production, language production, and swallowing.



Credits: 2

EDHS 5080 - Introduction to Audiology

Introduces the profession of audiology. Examines common pathologies of the auditory system; the impact of hearing loss; conventional procedures used to assess hearing; and interpretation of audiological test findings.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5120 - Teaching School Health

Introduction to current instructional approaches appropriate to a comprehensive K-12 health education curriculum. Designed for elementary and secondary school health instructors; the course stresses specific roles for schools in preventing health problems and promoting high-level wellness among students and the community through well-planned health instruction. One of the primary topics discussed in this course is the appreciate delivery of the teaching of family life. Emphasizes organization for planning, implementation techniques, SOLs, instructional strategies, and the evaluation of instruction.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5150 - American Sign Language I

This is a co-listing of ASL 1010. Introduces receptive and expressive American Sign Language skills, including basic vocabulary, sentence structure, classifiers, use of space, non-manual type indicators, and fingerspelling. Examines signing deaf people as a linguistic/cultural minority.
Prerequisite: Communication Disorders students.



Credits: 4

EDHS 5180 - American Sign Language II

EDHS 5240 - Substance Abuse in Society

Investigates substance abuse and use in contemporary society. Treats topics from a multi-disciplinary perspective, including biological, pharmacologic, cultural, social, psychological, political, economic, and legal aspects of substance abuse. Analyzes patterns of addiction, intervention, and rehabilitation with respect to alcoholism and other drugs. Examines assessments of the costs, options, and alternatives to addiction, along with educational efforts toward prevention. Class discussions are an integral part of this course. Credit may not be earned in both EDHS 2240 and 5240.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5330 - Communication Skills: Interpersonal Process Recall (IPR)

Continuous and interrelated experiences provide an opportunity to learn more about communicating with other people. Focuses on effective communication skills and personal communication styles. Effective communication responses are practiced in class and through required laboratory experiences.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5430 - Social Processes & Individual Differences in Sport and Exercise Social Processes and Individual D

Focuses on the social and psychological factors related to participation in sport and exercise. Includes socialization into and through exercise and sport; observational learning of motor and psychological skills; feedback, reinforcement, and leadership behaviors; competition and competitive stress; and character development and self-perception in sport and exercise.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5440 - Athletic Injuries

An course in principles, procedures, and techniques in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. A one-credit laboratory experience is available in addition to the regular course.
Coerequisite: Anatomy, instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5441 - Athletic Injuries Lab

Athletic Injuries Lab is complementary, but not required for EDHS 544. Students who are interested in Athletic Training are encouraged to take the lab. Students will learn and demonstrate technical skills in evaluation, treatment and overall management of sports injuries. Examples of topics are crutch-fitting, gait training, taping/wrapping, musculoskeletal and concussion assessment, and rehabilitation.



Credits: 1

EDHS 5470 - Motivational Processes in Sport and Exercise Psychology

Focuses on factors related to motivation in sport and exercise settings. Antecedents and consequences of motivated behavior are examined from theoretical, research, and application perspectives. Emphasizes participatory motivation in sport; intrinsic/extrinsic motivational orientations (cognitive evaluation and competence motivation); achievement goals; causal attributions and effective responses; and exercise motivation and behavior.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5480 - Qualitative Analysis of Motor Patterns

Experienced teachers analyze and enhance their qualitative assessment skills. The course identifies and works on approximately 10-15 qualitative skills chosen by the class.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5500 - Selected Topics

These are designed as pilot courses to meet new program requirements, and changing needs in the field. Used also to offer experimental courses, and courses under development, these are announced and offered on a semester-to-semester basis. May be graded or S/U, depending on the instructor, and may be repeated.



Credits: 1 to 6

EDHS 5611 - Computer Applications in Physical Education

Provides hands-on experience with specific programs designed to introduce students to using the microcomputer as an object of instruction, a medium of instruction, and a management tool. Develops computer skills that can be used immediately by physical education professionals to improve their efficiency.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5612 - Prog. Plan & Evaluation Kinesiology

Introduction to Curriculum in Physical Education. Details the following processes related to teaching PE including planning, assessment, prescription, teaching and evaluation.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5620 - Emergency Medical Care

Examines current approaches to the management of medical emergencies. Cardiopulmonary disorders, temperature-related injuries, poisoning, hemorrhaging, diabetes, emergency childbirth, epilepsy, fractures, and shock are presented. Investigates the components of a comprehensive emergency medical care system. Students are certified in CPR and First Aid.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5631 - History, Principles, and Philosophy of Physical Education

Analyzes the heritage of physical education in terms of historical and philosophical foundations, as well as the cultural significance of sport and physical activity. Examines specific issues and principles related to physical education, such as Title IX, advocacy, and block scheduling.



Credits: 2

EDHS 5670 - The Art & Science of Sports Medicine

A week-long conference that begins with lectures, visitations, and observations of surgery and prosected cadaver joints. Continues with presentations by nationally known physicians, athletic trainers, and physical therapists, and concludes with a written examination and submission of a literature review paper on a selected topic in sports medicine.
Prerequisite: graduate student status.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5700 - Physical Activity & Public Health

The overall goals are to expose students to a public health approach to chronic disease prevention, develop critical thinking skills by reading and interpreting epidemiological literature and produce a research-based intervention proposal using a public health approach. Students will learn about physical activity epidemiology, measurement issues, and associations between activity and health, and develop their own research-based intervention.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5800 - Pediatric Exercise Physiology

The overall goals are to 1) understand the physical maturation process and how that process affects the body’s response to exercise and exercise training, 2) understand children’s physical activity behavior and its associations with health and disease, 3) read and critically evaluate relevant research literature, and 4) develop a research proposal to address a limitation or gap in our knowledge pertaining to youth physical activity and exercise.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5891 - Issues Facing Adolescent Girls

This course provides an opportunity for students to develop their leadership skills through involvement in academic service learning. Students will explore the psychological, social, and cultural issues affecting adolescent girls and apply this understanding through service with the Young Women Leaders Program (YWLP), a mentoring program that pairs middle school girls with college women for a year. Offered on the Undergraduate and Graduate levels. Graduate level requires additional readings and assignments.



Credits: 3

EDHS 5980 - Practicum

EDHS 5985 - Internship

EDHS 5993 - Independent Study

EDHS 6610 - Sports, Recreation, and Camping for Children with Disabilities

This course provides students with information on sport, recreation, and camping opportunities for children with disabilities. This is an experiential course with field trips to local schools and agencies, observations of local sports programs including Special Olympics, a wheelchair sports workshop, and serving as a camp counselor for 1 week at a camp for children with disabilities.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7020 - Evidence Based Practice

This is a course about clinical statistics, clinical research, and clinical practice. The central focus of the course is integrating clinical research, clinical expertise, and client values for informing clinical decisions. Lectures and hands-on learning experiences center on understanding and critically analyzing reports of clinical research, as well as systematic reviews, for the purpose of informing clinical practice.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7040 - Cognitive Linguistic Development

This course critically examines the typical and atypical development of cognitive skills and abilities that are fundamental to the development of language. Lectures and learning experiences establish a theoretical basis for cognitive and language development underpinnig a rational and systematic approach to clinical diagnosis and treatment. The course is foundational for clinical practice.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7060 - Disorders of Phonology and Articulation

A lecture-discussion and clinical study of development and disorders of phonology and articulation. Etiology, evaluation, and treatment are discussed.
Prerequisite: EDHS 5010, 5050 (or concurrent enrollment), or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7080 - Disorders of Fluency

EDHS 7090 - Disorders of Voice

A lecture-discussion and clinical study of voice disorders, organic and functional: pathophysiology, evaluation, and treatment. This course includes a clinical laboratory experience.
Prerequisite: EDHS 5050, 7190, or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7120 - Prevention Intervention Assessment

A clinical-methods course focusing on clinical decisions as they relate to prevention, screening, history taking, and current models of evaluation, intervention and counseling across (a) service-delivery sites in the continuum of care and (b) clinical populations. Additional emphases include culturally diverse populations, professional ethics, and clinical writing.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7140 - Autism and Related Disorders

Autism is a life-long neuro-developmental disorder substantially impacting an individual’s ability to communicate. This class explores the history, etiology, assessment, and intervention strategies for working with people of all ages in developing communication skills necessary for daily living.



Credits: 2

EDHS 7180 - Habilitative Audiology I

Emphasizes the impact of hearing loss; techniques for improving communication with individuals who have hearing loss; the latest in hearing technology; basic principles of aural (re)habilitation for individuals who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or experience disorders of auditory processing; and the perspectives of Deaf individuals.
Prerequisite: EDHS 5080 or equivalent.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7190 - Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of Communication

Introduces the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of speech, language, reading, writing, hearing, and vestibular function. Neuropathologies affecting communicative functions are reviewed.
Prerequisite: EDHS 5050 or instructor permission.



Credits: 2

EDHS 7210 - Introduction to the Profession of Counseling

An introduction and professional orientation to: the history of the profession of counseling; the sociocultural, economic, philosophical, theoretical, and political bases of the profession; advocacy in the counseling profession; identity of professional counselors; and a survey of career opportunities for counselors.
Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission; required of all counselor education master’s degree students.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7220 - Introduction to Career Interventions

Survey of concepts, issues, trends, and tools related to career development and effective career counseling. Introduces the study and application of career development theory; the use of educational, social, and occupational information and materials in counseling; career assessment; informational media; career decision-making; and the implementation of developmentally and culturally appropriate career counseling strategies.
Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7230 - Theories and Techniques of Counseling

Analysis of theoretical approaches to counseling and representative techniques for each. Particular attention will focus on values and multicultural issues and their impact on the counselor, client, and process of counseling.
Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7240 - Group Counseling Procedures

Students learn concepts of group development, group dynamics, and specific skills and techniques or working with groups. Includes participation in relevant class activities.
Prerequisite: EDHS 7210, 7230, 7290, or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7250 - Using Tests in Counseling

EDHS 7270 - Research in Counseling

Examines the role of research in the counseling profession, emphasizing the activities of the counselor as both a consumer and a producer of research.
Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7280 - Community and Human Service Agency Counseling

Provides an overview of the historical, philosophical, organizational, and sociocultural foundations of human service agencies. Explores various community and human service agency settings and the unique client populations they may serve. Attention is given to the roles, functions, and responsibilities of mental health counselors.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7290 - Essential Counseling Skills

This initial course in counseling is required for all master’s level students in the counselor Education program. The primary focus is on fundamental attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary for developing effective helping relationships. A key feature of this course is the opportunity to practice essential counseling skills and experience the counseling process in a safe, controlled environment. This course also encourages self awareness and self exploration so that students can gain an understanding of how their own personal experiences, preferences, feelings, values, and world views impact their practice as a counselor.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDHS 7210, 7230 or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7300 - Multicultural Counseling

Exploration of the personal, social, political, affective, and behavioral considerations of diversity. Multicultural competencies (awareness, knowledge, and skills) in counseling are emphasized as well as their relationship to advocacy and social justice. The course focuses on: developing awareness of one’s own cultural socialization and inherent biases; development of accurate knowledge of various cultural groups within our society; and development of skills necessary to provide culturally relevant counseling services. Experiential learning is incorporated throughout the course.
Prerequisite: EDHS 7210, 7230, 7290, or instructor permission.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7310 - Mental Health Counseling I

This is the first semester of a two-semester course sequence addressing the knowledge and skills necessary to become a competent clinical mental health counselor. Historical, philosophical, societal, economic, and political dimensions of mental health counseling are covered. Current trends and professional issues in mental health counseling, personality assessment, diagnosing and treatment of mental and emotional disorders will be discussed.
Corequisites: EDHS 7210, 7230.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7320 - Mental Health Counseling II

This is the second semester of a two-semester course sequence addressing the knowledge and skills necessary to become a competent mental health counselor with an emphasis on personality assessment, and diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders. Professional issues in mental health counseling will be discussed.
Prerequisite: EDHS 7310.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7330 - Ethical-Legal Aspects of Counseling

There are two sections of EDHS 7330. Counselor Education students take Section one during their first year and Section two the summer between their first and second years. Section 01 is the prequel for section 02. In EDHS 7330-1 students focus on mandatory ethical behaviors, black letter code 1, and legal requirements for practicum and intern counselors. The stress will be on fundamentals. This course is one credit. EDHS-2 focuses on aspirational ethics, spirit of the ethical code and law. In EDHS 7330-2 students focus on reasons, philosophy, more complex ethical and legal cases, and enforcing ethical and legal standards for professional counselors. This course encourages consideration of some of the moral-ethical dilemmas faced by counselors and other helpers. Actual cases are used in focusing on ethical responsibilities and decision-making.
Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission.



Credits: 1 to 3

EDHS 7400 - Experimental Design in Athletic Training

This course provides an introduction to the principles of designing, executing, and interpreting clinical and translational research in the disciplines of athletic training and sports medicine. This class is specifically for students enrolled in the accredited post-professional masters program in athletic training within the Kinesiology Program.



Credits: 3

EDHS 7410 - Pathophysiology and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries

Presents an overview of pathophysiology of athletic injuries designed to enhance the athletic trainer’s ability to plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation program. Focus on sequential events of tissue healing with respect to exercise progression. Students will also practice advanced manual therapy such as joint mobilization, myofascial release, neural tensioning, muscle energy techniques and strain-counter-strain.
Prerequisite: ATC or eligible.



Credits: 3