Curriculum Requirements
Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling
Major Requirements
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| MHCO 610 | Theories of Psychopathology | 3 |
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This course provides particular attention to etiologies, dynamics and characteristics of the DSM-5 categories of psychopathologies, as understood from a variety of perspectives. Included are symptoms, diagnoses, assessment and treatment of mental health disorders, discussions on schizophrenia, major affective disorders, borderline, narcissistic and other personality disorders and anxiety disorders. In addition the exploration of the significance of individuals or groups cultural context and symptoms of their diagnoses. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| MHCO 630 | Clinical Assessment | 3 |
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This course will expose students to the logic and process of assessment of individual and interpersonal dynamics, including such standard techniques as interview procedures, systematic observation, psychological testing, and case studies. Interaction of assessment data and theory will be considered. Standardized and non-standardized data information gathering and the concepts of validity, reliability, norms and factors influencing appraisal will be explored. Ethical, legal and cultural aspects of assessments and evaluations are also studies. This course is aligned with the standards and practices of the Council for Accreditation in Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP). Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| MHCO 801 | Advanced Counseling and Psychotherapy Techniques | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MHCO 701. As an extension and continuation of MHCO 701, this course will focus on developing an appreciation of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques, particularly as they relate to pathology, theory, research, and developing an applied understanding through the use of case materials and verbatim transcriptions of actual therapeutic encounters. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| MHCO 890 | Internship I | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MHCO 870 This course is one half of a two part cumulative experience, which extends for a full school year. Included in the course will be application of knowledge, theories and concepts, skills and attitudes gained from previous courses (e.g. research, ethics/law, foundations). This internship experience is designed to provide the clinical mental health counseling candidates with direct experience in the mental health/psychiatric agency settings. Candidates will conduct individual and group counseling to develop their professional competences. They will also be provided with opportunities to learn firsthand about policies and procedures, paperwork and culture of their future profession. The mental health internship experience requires students to obtain a minimum of 300 hours (120 direct and 180 indirect hours) in the first semester and another 300 hours in the second semester (120 direct hours and 180 indirect hours). In addition to the 300 hours per semester, students are required to participate in a weekly structured seminar via zoom lead by their NYIT internship supervisor, weekly on site supervision with their site internship supervisor, and complete course assignments. This course is considered one of Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Professional Practice. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| MHCO 891 | Internship II | 3 |
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Prerequisite: Prerequisite: MHCO 890 This course is one half of a two part cumulative experience, which extends for a full school year. Included in the course will be application of knowledge, theories and concepts, skills and attitudes gained from previous courses (e.g. research, ethics/law, foundations). This internship experience is designed to provide the clinical mental health counseling candidates with direct experience in the mental health/psychiatric agency settings. Candidates will conduct individual and group counseling to develop their professional competences. They will also be provided with opportunities to learn firsthand about policies and procedures, paperwork and culture of their future profession. The mental health internship experience requires students to obtain a minimum of 300 hours (120 direct and 180 indirect hours) in the first semester and another 300 hours in the second semester (120 direct hours and 180 indirect hours). In addition to the 300 hours per semester, students are required to participate in a weekly structured seminar via zoom lead by their NYIT internship supervisor, weekly on site supervision with their site internship supervisor, and complete course assignments. This course is considered one of Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Professional Practice. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 15 |