5201 Human Development - This course provides the foundation for understanding normal child, adolescent, and adult development. Emphasis is placed on determinants of cognitive and personality factors that can impact the rehabilitation process. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

5202 Counseling Family Systems - This course provides a survey of important theories and  models relating to interventions with families. Emphasis is placed on the family system, and on the reciprocal interactions within the system that can affect the rehabilitation process. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

5203 Medical and Psychological Aspects of Disability - This course is an introduction to medical and psychological terminology and practices in rehabilitation. It is a survey of body systems, basic functions, therapeutic services and restorative techniques. It also examines the psychological effects illness has on function and poor function has on the psychology of the individual. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

5233 Techniques of Assessment and Evaluation - This course continues the study of group and individual tests of intelligence, aptitude, interest and personality. Students may administer and score tests under supervision to gain experience in observational methods. Prerequisites : Introduction to Assessment or consent of instructor and the Graduate Studies Committee.

5236 Counseling Techniques in Rehabilitation - This course presents applied techniques and tape analysis of counseling skills used in exploring, understanding and developing courses of action for rehabilitation client problems. Prerequisite : Counseling Theory and Techniques.

5240 Introduction to Group Counseling Techniques in Rehabilitation - This course introduces principles of group process and techniques of group counseling. The course offers students an opportunity to develop skills in group leadership, problem resolution and vocational exploration. Prerequisite : Counseling Theory and Techniques or permission of instructor.

5242 Psychology of Adjustment to Disability - This course surveys psychological principles underlying personal adjustment to disability with emphasis on client needs, conflicts and adjustment mechanisms. The reactions and adjustments to illness and disability of normal people are stressed.

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5310 Introduction to Assessment - This course introduces the concepts of assessment and evaluation, and defines the elements of comprehensive evaluation for the purpose of guiding the rehabilitation process. Clinical interviewing is taught, along with the use of mental status examination and behavioral observation. Testing of intelligence and basic academic achievement are covered in this course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

5311 The Profession of Rehabilitation Counseling: Issues and Practice - This course offers students an orientation to the field of rehabilitation counseling, including a survey of history, philosophy, counseling and economics of the system. Students study the process of rehabilitation, the goals and objectives of the professional organizations, the code of ethics, the standards of preparation, and certification. Techniques of using community resources for rehabilitation service delivery such as counseling, evaluation, work adjustment and job placement are surveyed. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

5212 Psychopathology - This course outlines the etiological, emotional and behavioral characteristics in syndromes of psychopathology. Included is a discussion of treatment and prognosis for independent functioning. Prerequisites : Consent of instructor and the Graduate Studies Committee.

5313 Medical Aspects of Disability - This course is an introduction to medical terminology and practices and a survey of body systems, basic functions, common malfunctions, therapeutic services, restorative techniques and disability evaluation. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5332 Occupational Information, Vocational Analysis and Placement - Information presented in this course covers areas of vocational history and the structure of society; career and/or occupational choice processes and career development or decision and exploration techniques; skills and physical or emotional demands analysis; job analysis, job modification and placement; resources of occupational and/or educational information; and practice in communicating the world of work in group and individual counseling. Skill training and field experience in job placement techniques are emphasized. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5335 Counseling Theory and Techniques - This course is a study of historical and current approaches to individual counseling with application to the field of rehabilitation. Students have the opportunity to develop basic counseling skills used in exploring, understanding and taking action on client problems. Prerequisites : Consent of instructor and the Graduate Studies Committee.

5337 Research Methods and Techniques in Rehabilitation - This course is a review of basic statistics and their application to behavioral sciences. Research design and methodology are presented, offering students the opportunity to develop individual research projects during the semester. The utilization of research findings also is stressed. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5341 BioFeedback and Strategies of Self-Regulation - This course is a survey of the biological basis of behavior, rationale and application of self-regulation procedures, including biofeedback, relaxation, imagery and behavior modification strategies. The basics of biofeedback instrumentation, including EMG, thermal, GSR and EEG, are discussed. Relevant applications and research findings are described. Prerequisites : Consent of instructor and the Graduate Studies Committee.

5343 Social and Cultural Issues in Rehabilitation Counseling - Studies of change, ethnic groups, subcultures, sexism and changing roles of women in American society are discussed. Emphasis is placed on concepts of social change, adaptation and future trends in the American social structure. The impact of social issues on rehabilitation counseling practice also is emphasized. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5352 Directed Readings in Rehabilitation - This is a special course that offers graduate students in rehabilitation science the opportunity to pursue, under faculty guidance, academic work not available in other courses. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5391 Independent Study - This course offers an intensive study of a selected topic or problem in rehabilitation with critical reference to appropriate literature. Prerequisite : Permission of the Graduate Studies Committee.

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5061 Practicum in Rehabilitation - This practicum includes supervised individual interviewing and counseling, participation in case conferences and client staffings, an introduction to case-management techniques, and the evaluation of vocational potential. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5090 Internship in Rehabilitation Counseling - Students are offered the opportunity to do supervised fieldwork in a selected rehabilitation facility. The internship experience may include counseling, case studies, contacts with community social agencies, and the vocational training and placement of clients with disabilities. Prerequisite : Admission to candidacy.

5093 Seminar in Rehabilitation - This course includes reading, reports and discussion of special areas of rehabilitation. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite : Consent of instructor.

5094 Research in Rehabilitation - This course offers students the opportunity to conduct laboratory or field research under supervision of a faculty member.

5096 Special Topics - Contemporary topics in rehabilitation counseling are presented by special arrangement. Students also may elect to conduct an in-depth investigation of an area of research or professional interest on an independent study basis.

5098 Thesis Research

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