COUNSELOR EDUCATION PROGRAM ORIENTATION

Augusta State UniversityJanuary 3, 2011

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Welcome to Augusta State University Counselor Education Program!

New Student Orientation

ORIENTATION: Time for questions to be answered

Program Orientation

State of Georgia University System

Augusta State University

College of Education

Dept of Educational Leadership, Counseling, and Special Education

Counselor Education Program

Accreditation Agencies Council on the

Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP)

National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)

Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC)

Georgia University System Board of Regents (BOR)

College of Education Administration

Dr. Gordon Eisenman, Dean

Dr. Paula Dohoney, Associate Dean

Dr. Wayne Lord,

ELCSE Department Chair

ELCSE Faculty

Counselor Education Faculty

Faculty: Dr. Mary Jane Anderson-WileyAdvisor: A-C

Program Specialty: Program Coordinator

BackgroundCounselor Educator, Community Counselor , School Counselor, Case Manager, Program Manager, Special Education Teacher

Courses Taught•Professional Orientation and Ethics; •Assessment, Intervention and Diagnosis; •Counseling Children and Adolescents; •Counseling Practicum; Counseling Internship

Research PerspectiveWellness, Sexuality Training in Counselor Education, Disability Awareness in Counseling, Teen Suicide Prevention

Faculty: Dr. Richard DeanerAdvisor: D-J

Program Specialty: Practicum and Internship Coordinator

Background: Community Mental Health and School Counseling

Courses Taught: Communications in Counseling Child & Adolescents Human Growth & Development Community Counseling

Research Perspective:Wellness, Diversity, Early Recollections,

Assessment

Faculty: Faculty: Dr. Duane HalburAdvisor: K-R

Program Specialty: Community Counseling Coordinator

Background: Community Mental Health and School

Courses Taught: Practicum / Internship Theories Family Therapy Diversity / Multicultural

Research Perspective:Theoretical Orientation, Philosophical

Counseling, Cultural Competencies

Faculty: Dr. Paulette SchenckAdvisor: S-Z

Program Specialty: School Counseling

Background:• School Counselor• Career Center Counselor• School Counselor Association State President

(AK)

Courses Taught:•Theories and Techniques of Counseling•Career Development Theory•School Counseling•Administration and Consultation•Practicum and Internship

Research Perspective: School and Career Counseling

TEACHER OF THE YEAR!

Adjunct Instructors

•Dr. Kara Deaner

•Dr. Debbie Johnson

•Ms. Alicia Rocker

•Dr. Yulanda Williams

COE Conceptual Framework

Three elements:•prepared •able•responsive

Prepared demonstrate strong content and pedagogical

preparation in their respective subject area or professional field.

use self assessment and analysis to form the basis for collaboration with colleagues and the development of a desire to be a lifelong learner.

participate in graduate study to extend and refine the knowledge base of educators to build expertise.

possess an understanding of the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) or their professional field of study and be able to create learning experiences that enable all students to learn.

understand how students learn and develop (intellectually, socially, and individually) and be able to provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities and support for these opportunities.

demonstrate a knowledge of how to implement effective verbal and nonverbal information and technology techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in educational settings.

Able understand, use and support a variety of

instructional strategies to encourage the learner’s development of critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.

create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation for all learners.

plan, guide, and support instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, the learners, the community, and curriculum goals.

understand and use authentic assessment to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the learner.

ability to teach and work in authentic settings with diverse populations of learners

Responsive a respect for the dignity of all persons. all children

can learn and have the right to an opportunity to do so.

preparation in the subject area(s) to be taught or the professional field of study must be accompanied by the skill and dispositions to translate knowledge into creating and supporting meaningful experiences for diverse learners

understanding of how students differ in their approaches to learning and demonstrate the commitment for meeting their educational needs in fair, caring, nondiscriminatory, and equitable manners.

ability to be a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community) and actively seeks the opportunity to grow professionally

fostering of relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support the learning and well-being of all students.

MEd Counseling Core Courses (24 hrs)

Course of Study: School Counseling

Foundation Courses (6 hrs) Introduction to Education

Research Tests and Measurement in

Education

Specialized Courses (18 hrs) School Counseling Administration and

Consultation Counseling Children and

Adolescents School Counseling Practicum School Counseling Internship

(6 hrs)

Course of Study: Community CounselingFoundation Courses (6 hrs)• Introduction to Educational Research• Psychological Tests and Measurement

Specialized Courses (18 hrs)• Marriage and Family Counseling• Assessment, Diagnosis, and

Intervention• Community Counseling• Counseling Practicum• Community Counseling Internship (6

hrs)

Assessment Checkpoints

Portfolio AssessmentMatrix and requirements

presented during Professional Orientation course

Items required for inclusion in portfolio are listed on course syllabus, monitored and graded as part of each course

During final semester, portfolio presented and submitted for final grading

Required Forms

Counselor Education Training Center (CETC)

COUN 6660 Communication Skills

Practicum class

COUN 6880: Practicum Community or school

setting 100 clock hours

40 direct counseling 60 indirect service

Individual and group supervision by faculty

Maintain a weekly log of activities

Submit tapes weekly Participate in bi-weekly

group supervision sessions with faculty

COUN 6900/6920: Internship I & II

• Supervised by certified and/or licensed counselor

• 600 clock hours in two semesters▫ 240 hours direct counseling▫ 360 indirect service

• Under contract with school or agency

• Weekly logs required

• Weekly audio/video tapes required

• Weekly supervision with site and university supervisors

Writing Assistance

•ASU Writing Center

•ILIT 1500 Information Literacy

•Help from instructor

•APA guidelines (ELCSE website)

Cross Cultural Conference in Savannah (Spring 2006)

Poster Presentation (Spring 2006)

Final Destination – GRADUATION

Review of course requirements contract

Overview of ASU Counselor Education Handbook

What questions do you have?

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