Courses

HSV 1990. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions. May be repeated without limit.


HSV 2200. Introduction to Clinical Practice. (3 Hours)

Presents an overview of the major theoretical approaches to clinical practice. Offers students an opportunity to develop values, skills, dispositions, and competencies needed to serve a wide range of populations, particularly those who are vulnerable. Considers the influence of listening, emotional intelligence, interdisciplinary engagement, and cultural responsiveness on their work with clients.

Prerequisite(s): HSV 1100 with a minimum grade of D- or PSY 1100 with a minimum grade of D- or (PSY 1010 with a minimum grade of D- ; PSY 1210 with a minimum grade of D- ) or (PSY 1010 with a minimum grade of D- ; PSY 1410 with a minimum grade of D- ) or (PSY 1210 with a minimum grade of D- ; PSY 1410 with a minimum grade of D- )


HSV 2240. Human Behavior in the Social Environment. (3 Hours)

Offers students a foundation for understanding behavior as it applies within the context of dynamic human systems. Interactions with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities are at the core of practice. Explores the interrelationship between human development and behavior across the life span, focusing on the impact of surroundings such as culture, community, and social systems. Introduces research-oriented and practice-based perspectives to enhance students’ development with regard to professional values, ethics, assessment, and intervention strategies. Emphasizes diverse and at-risk populations.

Prerequisite(s): SOC 1100 with a minimum grade of D- or PSY 1100 with a minimum grade of D-

Attribute(s): NUpath Societies/Institutions


HSV 2990. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions. May be repeated without limit.


HSV 3200. Techniques in Individual and Group Counseling. (3 Hours)

Explores clinical practice with individuals, groups, and families. Focuses on developing 21st-century practice skills relevant in today’s global social and health services market through a variety of classroom methods. Explores theoretical frameworks and their applications in a variety of settings. Emphasizes marginalized, vulnerable, and underserved populations.

Prerequisite(s): HSV 2200 with a minimum grade of D-


HSV 3990. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions. May be repeated without limit.


HSV 4950. Seminar. (1-4 Hours)

Offers an in-depth study of selected topics.


HSV 4990. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions. May be repeated without limit.


HSV 6962. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions. May be repeated without limit.


HSV 6980. Capstone. (1-4 Hours)

Provides students with an opportunity to complete a service-learning project. Covers how to conduct a community needs assessment of a community and how to develop skill and sophistication in assessing community strengths and identifying community needs. The final project requires drafting a program proposal and making policy recommendations.

Prerequisite(s): HSV 6100 with a minimum grade of C- ; HSV 6110 with a minimum grade of C- ; HSV 6120 with a minimum grade of C- ; HSV 6630 with a minimum grade of C- ; HSV 6640 with a minimum grade of C- ; HSV 6160 with a minimum grade of C-


HSV 7962. Elective. (1-4 Hours)

Offers elective credit for courses taken at other academic institutions.