2021-2022 Graduate Catalog

Apr 19, 2024

2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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	FLM 5320 - Film and Culture Seminar Credit(s): 3 This course examines the intersection of film and culture by exploring various themes and issues from the history of cinema in their cultural contexts. Topics include the work of particular filmmakers, the codes and conventions of specific genres, and the evolution of noteworthy subjects across a variety of films. Specific themes or issues that might be explored in any given semester include: Food on Film, The Cold War, and American Horror Stories. Offering Location: Lyndon Campus Repeatable for Credit: With a change of topic.
Anthropology
	ANT 5710 - Topics in Anthropology Credit(s): 1 to 3 This course provides graduate students the opportunity to pursue topics of special interest in Anthropology appropriate for the 5000-level. Prerequisites: The prerequisite is an undergraduate degree.
Art
	ART 5211 - Studio Center Residency I Credit(s): 6 The first of six intensive, four-week residencies at the Vermont Studio Center Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5212 - Studio Center Residency II Credit(s): 6 The second of six intensive, four-week residencies at the Vermont Studio Center Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5213 - Studio Center Residency III Credit(s): 6 The third of six intensive, four-week residencies at the Vermont Studio Center Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5214 - Studio Center Residency IV Credit(s): 6 The fourth of six intensive, four-week residencies at the Vermont Studio Center Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5215 - Independent Residency I Credit(s): 6 The fifth of six intensive, four-week residencies. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5216 - Independent Residency II Credit(s): 6 The sixth and final intensive, four-week residency. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5301 - MFA Colloquium I Credit(s): 2 Students complete five 2-credit Colloquia, taken concurrently with the three Graduate Studio Projects and two thesis courses (MFA Thesis Preparation and Exhibition), for a total of 10 credits. Each 2-credit course takes one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART-5301 MFA Colloquium I, ART 5302 MFA Colloquium II, ART 5303 MFA Colloquium III, ART-5904 MFA Colloquium IV, and ART 5303 MFA Colloquium V. The Colloquia is a seminar grouping of all current students in the program. During the semester there is a weekly meeting that includes critiques of current private studio work, updates on Graduate Studio Project work, undergraduate interaction and presentation progress, MFA Thesis Exhibition progress, and any other relevant components, challenges, and successes. In addition, there will be periodic investigations and preparation of professional career options – including documenting and portfolio skills, grant writing, art-world options, teaching opportunities, etc. Recommended: ART 5811 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5302 - MFA Colloquium II Credit(s): 2 Students complete five 2-credit Colloquia, taken concurrently with the three Graduate Studio Projects and two thesis courses (MFA Thesis Preparation and Exhibition), for a total of 10 credits. Each 2-credit course takes one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5301 MFA Colloquium I, ART-5302 MFA Colloquium II, ART 5303 MFA Colloquium III, ART-5904 MFA Colloquium IV, and ART 5303 MFA Colloquium V. The Colloquia is a seminar grouping of all current students in the program. During the semester there is a weekly meeting that includes critiques of current private studio work, updates on Graduate Studio Project work, undergraduate interaction and presentation progress, MFA Thesis Exhibition progress, and any other relevant components, challenges, and successes. In addition, there will be periodic investigations and preparation of professional career options – including documenting and portfolio skills, grant writing, art-world options, teaching opportunities, etc. Recommended: ART 5812 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5303 - MFA Colloquium III Credit(s): 2 Students complete five 2-credit Colloquia, taken concurrently with the three Graduate Studio Projects and two thesis courses (MFA Thesis Preparation and Exhibition), for a total of 10 credits. Each 2-credit course takes one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5301 MFA Colloquium I, ART 5302 MFA Colloquium II, ART-5303 MFA Colloquium III, ART-5904 MFA Colloquium IV, and ART-5303 MFA Colloquium V. The Colloquia is a seminar grouping of all current students in the program. During the semester there is a weekly meeting that includes critiques of current private studio work, updates on Graduate Studio Project work, undergraduate interaction and presentation progress, MFA Thesis Exhibition progress, and any other relevant components, challenges, and successes. In addition, there will be periodic investigations and preparation of professional career options – including documenting and portfolio skills, grant writing, art-world options, teaching opportunities, etc. Recommended: ART 5813 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5304 - MFA Colloquium IV Credit(s): 2 Students complete five 2-credit Colloquia, taken concurrently with the three Graduate Studio Projects and two thesis courses (MFA Thesis Preparation and Exhibition), for a total of 10 credits. Each 2-credit course takes one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5301 MFA Colloquium I, ART 5302 MFA Colloquium II, ART 5303 MFA Colloquium III, ART-5904 MFA Colloquium IV, and ART 5303 MFA Colloquium V. The Colloquia is a seminar grouping of all current students in the program. During the semester there is a weekly meeting that includes critiques of current private studio work, updates on Graduate Studio Project work, undergraduate interaction and presentation progress, MFA Thesis Exhibition progress, and any other relevant components, challenges, and successes. In addition, there will be periodic investigations and preparation of professional career options – including documenting and portfolio skills, grant writing, art-world options, teaching opportunities, etc. Recommended: ART 5911 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5305 - MFA Colloquium V Credit(s): 2 Students complete five 2-credit Colloquia, taken concurrently with the three Graduate Studio Projects and two thesis courses (MFA Thesis Preparation and Exhibition), for a total of 10 credits. Each 2-credit course takes one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5301 MFA Colloquium I, ART 5302 MFA Colloquium II, ART 5303 MFA Colloquium III, ART-5904 MFA Colloquium IV, and ART 5303 MFA Colloquium V. The Colloquia is a seminar grouping of all current students in the program. During the semester there is a weekly meeting that includes critiques of current private studio work, updates on Graduate Studio Project work, undergraduate interaction and presentation progress, MFA Thesis Exhibition progress, and any other relevant components, challenges, and successes. In addition, there will be periodic investigations and preparation of professional career options – including documenting and portfolio skills, grant writing, art-world options, teaching opportunities, etc. Recommended: ART 5912 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5311 - Contemporary Arts Seminar I: Theory & Readings Credit(s): 3 Students read selected books and post comments and critiques on the M.F.A. Art History website for the edification of their peers and the M.F.A. faculty. Students are to reflect on their reactions as contemporary artists to the readings, why they react positively or negatively to an artist or a reading, and what that says about their own work as a contemporary artist. The course concludes with a take-home exam. At least two graduate professors will contribute to the website postings and discussions. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5312 - Contemporary Arts Seminar II: Research & Writing Credit(s): 3 This is a formal, contemporary art history research project that concludes with the writing of a paper. The topic of the research will be suggested M.F.A. faculty. The student is expected to check in throughout the semester regarding her or his research. The course concludes with a formal paper with images, footnotes and a bibliography adhering to the current edition of the Chicago Manual of Style. At least two graduate professors will read the paper and issue a grade. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5321 - Summer Studio Residency I Credit(s): 6 Students make an initial project plan that includes a description of what they plan to undertake within this residency, including all relevant details such as media, process, and goals. This plan can evolve as the summer unfolds, but the student needs to keep MFA faculty posted on any significant changes. Students meet with the faculty each week to discuss and share progress. An exhibition of work created during the Summer Residency will be mounted at the end of the summer, to greet incoming fall semester students when they return. Studio options include Painting/Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, or MiniMars. The studios will be available to students during certain hours each week. Students will be assigned a studio space for unlimited access in the “BFA Studio” or in the “Black Box”. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5322 - Summer Studio Residency II Credit(s): 6 Students make an initial project plan that includes a description of what they plan to undertake within this residency, including all relevant details such as media, process, and goals. This plan can evolve as the summer unfolds, but the student needs to keep MFA faculty posted on any significant changes. Students meet with the faculty each week to discuss and share progress. An exhibition of work created during the Summer Residency will be mounted at the end of the summer, to greet incoming fall semester students when they return. Studio options include Painting/Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, or MiniMars. The studios will be available to students during certain hours each week. Students will be assigned a studio space for unlimited access in the “BFA Studio” or in the “Black Box”. Prerequisites: ART 5321 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5811 - Graduate Studio Project I Credit(s): Variable 2 to 6 Students complete three 6-credit Studio Projects, each taking a minimum of one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART-5811 Graduate Studio Project I, ART 5812 Graduate Studio Project II, and ART 5813 Graduate Studio Project III. Typically, students complete one each in their first year’s Fall, Spring, and second Fall semesters. Students complete a “Graduate Studio Project Contract”, which needs to be accepted before the start of the semester. While the student can arrange to work in all Visual Arts Center studios, the student selects a “Home Base Studio” for the project. MFA faculty will do their best to help the student get set up in that studio without being in the way of undergraduate needs. Studio options include Painting/Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, or MiniMars. Students make an initial project plan, that includes a description of what they plan to undertake within this project, including all relevant details such as media, process, and goals. This plan can evolve as the semester unfolds – but the student needs to keep MFA faculty posted on any significant changes. In addition to their own studio project work, the student will arrange to interact with at least one undergraduate course and instructor during the semester in a presentation or project that is relevant to their project plan. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5812 - Graduate Studio Project II Credit(s): Variable 2 to 6 Students complete three 6-credit Studio Projects, each taking a minimum of one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5811 Graduate Studio Project I, ART-5812 Graduate Studio Project II, and ART 5813 Graduate Studio Project III. Typically, students complete one each in their first year’s Fall, Spring, and second Fall semesters. Students complete a “Graduate Studio Project Contract”, which needs to be accepted before the start of the semester. While the student can arrange to work in all Visual Arts Center studios, the student selects a “Home Base Studio” for the project. MFA faculty will do their best to help the student get set up in that studio without being in the way of undergraduate needs. Studio options include Painting/Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, or MiniMars. Students make an initial project plan, that includes a description of what they plan to undertake within this project, including all relevant details such as media, process, and goals. This plan can evolve as the semester unfolds – but the student needs to keep MFA faculty posted on any significant changes. In addition to their own studio project work, the student will arrange to interact with at least one undergraduate course and instructor during the semester in a presentation or project that is relevant to their project plan. Prerequisites: ART 5811 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5813 - Graduate Studio Project III Credit(s): Variable 2 to 6 Students complete three 6-credit Studio Projects, each taking a minimum of one full semester, for a total of 18 credits: ART 5811 Graduate Studio Project I, ART 5812 Graduate Studio Project II, and ART-5813 Graduate Studio Project III. Typically, students complete one each in their first year’s Fall, Spring, and second Fall semesters. Students complete a “Graduate Studio Project Contract”, which needs to be accepted before the start of the semester. While the student can arrange to work in all Visual Arts Center studios, the student selects a “Home Base Studio” for the project. MFA faculty will do their best to help the student get set up in that studio without being in the way of undergraduate needs. Studio options include Painting/Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, or MiniMars. Students make an initial project plan, that includes a description of what they plan to undertake within this project, including all relevant details such as media, process, and goals. This plan can evolve as the semester unfolds – but the student needs to keep MFA faculty posted on any significant changes. In addition to their own studio project work, the student will arrange to interact with at least one undergraduate course and instructor during the semester in a presentation or project that is relevant to their project plan. Prerequisites: ART 5812 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5820 - MFA Internship Credit(s): 2 The MFA Internship is a supervised work experience in an art setting appropriate to the student’s area of interest. Possible examples would include an art gallery, museum or art center; a public art project; a professional artist’s studio; an arts education program, etc. It is arranged by the student, with the help of the College’s Internship Coordinator and graduate faculty, and supervised on site by an appropriate representative of the arts venue. Graduate faculty and the on-site supervisor assess the student’s progress. This 2-credit internship requires 80 hours on-site, plus a write-up of the experience that addresses the following areas: organization/program, change in perception, learning objectives, artistic connections, personal development, and evaluation. Prerequisites: Completion of two semesters of Graduate Studio. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5831 - Independent Studio Work I Credit(s): 2 The first of six required packets documenting work completed at the student’s home studio Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5832 - Independent Studio Work II Credit(s): 2 The second of six required packets documenting work completed at the student’s home studio Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5833 - Independent Studio Work III Credit(s): 2 The third of six required packets documenting work completed at the student’s home studio Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5834 - Independent Studio Work IV Credit(s): 2 The fourth of six required packets documenting work completed at the student’s home studio Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5835 - Independent Studio Work V Credit(s): 2 The fifth of six required packets documenting work completed at the student’s home studio Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5836 - Independent Studio Work VI Credit(s): 2 The sixth and final documentation packet for work completed at the student’s home studio. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5911 - M.F.A. Thesis Preparation Credit(s): 3 The student completes and documents original artwork for the thesis exhibition. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5912 - M.F.A. Thesis Exhibition Credit(s): 3 This is the culmination of the M.F.A. thesis work. The student exhibits his or her original artwork at the Johnson campus, Dibden Center for the Arts Gallery, schedules an artist’s talk, promotes the exhibit and talk to the public, and presents the artist’s talk at the scheduled time. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	ART 5915 - MFA Thesis Book Credit(s): 2 Students complete one MFA Thesis Book experience in conjunction with the MFA Thesis Exhibition. The MFA Thesis Book is a printed work of photographic documentation and writing of all MFA program work and the MFA Thesis Exhibition. The book should contain an MFA thesis statement, photographs of work and events, descriptions of work, and a closing statement. Also, possibly, other relevant materials such as video, performance and/or a recording of the exhibition thesis talk. In addition to one’s own writing and photography, the book should also contain images and descriptions of other artists’ work that are relevant to the support of the student’s thesis statement. Recommended: ART 5911 ; ART 5912 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
Art History
	ARH 5555 - Johnson - Contemporary Art Travel Intensive Credit(s): 2 This course is intended to connect students to their flavor of the most contemporary of art. Students should work with graduate faculty to plan their trip. While New York City is a likely location, it by no means needs to be there. Any world-class center of contemporary art will suffice – particularly if it is relevant to the student’s work. The trip must be minimally five days in length – yielding at least three full days for exploring art venues.
Atmospheric Sciences
	ATM 5071 - Broadcast Meteorologist I Credit(s): 1 This course focuses on deepening and broadening the student’s knowledge of meteorological and environmental topics. The course serves as a means of enhancing the effectiveness of the broadcast meteorologist as a forecaster and as the station scientist. Possible topics include review and application of topics from the undergraduate meteorology curriculum to an operational broadcast setting, coverage of weather safety and global change issues, and survey of the earth, space, environmental, and related sciences covered by broadcast meteorologists in their role as the station scientist. Prerequisites: This course is designed for those with a BS/BA in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or related disciplines or the AMS Seal of Approval. This course is offered every semester.
	ATM 5072 - Broadcast Meteorologist II Credit(s): 1 This course extends coverage of ATM 5071 to other meteorological and environmental topics suitable to the participants’ needs. Prerequisites: Pre-requisite: ATM 5071. This course is offered every semester.
	ATM 5710 - Topics for Teachers Credit(s): 1 to 4 This course is intended primarily for teachers who are interested in enhancing and updating the content of the courses they teach. Topics will be chosen from among those typically offered by the Meteorology Department. Specific topics and level will vary. Course may be repeated for credit when no duplication of experience results. Prerequisites: The prerequisites are graduate standing and permission.
Chemistry
	SED 5280 - Issues in Environmental Studies Credit(s): 4 This course focuses on the chemistry related to environmental problems. The instruction emphasizes the nature and properties of pollutants, and their interactions with each other and the environ ment. Particular attention is paid to the chemistry of aquatic systems. Prerequisites: The prerequisite is SED 5310 or SED 5330. There is a lab fee.
	SED 5340 - Organic Chemistry I Credit(s): 4 Organic Chemistry I presents the fundamentals of the structure and reactions of carbon compounds. The instruction emphasizes reaction mechanisms, synthesis, stereochemistry, and chemical and spectroscopic methods of analysis. The course requires one three-hour laboratory per week which emphasizes basic techniques and synthesis. Prerequisites: The prerequisite is SED 5330.
	SED 5350 - Organic Chemistry II Credit(s): 4 This course continues SED 5340 with an introduction to the biochemistry of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. The course requires one three-hour laboratory per week which emphasizes basic techniques of compound identification and synthesis. Prerequisites: The prerequisite is SED 5340.
	SED 5360 - Chemistry Modules Credit(s): 1 to 4 Chemistry Modules provide an intensive study of a variety of current topics in chemistry, offered in response to the current interests of the students and faculty. Examples of topics include food and nutrition, household chemicals, drugs and pharmaceuticals, farm chemistry, and water quality. Some modules may be taken for major elective credit with written permission. The course requires fifteen lecture/lab hours per credit. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor is required for registration. There is a lab fee.
Counseling
	CMH 5005 - Orientation Credit(s): 0 Provides students with an orientation to the program, including an overview of philosophy and content and information on how the program runs. Students create an Individual Professional Development Plan, outlining their learning and career goals. The IPDP is a means of communication between the student and his/her advisor as the student progresses through the program. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6005 - Overview of Clinical Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counseling Credit(s): 3 In this course, students gain an understanding of the foundations of clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling, the people served, and the history and current state of public and private systems of care. One focus is an understanding of co-occurring mental health and addictive disorders, across the lifespan, and their impact on the lives of people diagnosed with these disabling conditions. This course also provides an overview of emerging issues in mental health and substance abuse counseling, policy and practice in behavioral health and integrated health care; current approaches to prevention, comprehensive treatment and support; the impact of managed care; community-building, education, advocacy, and systems change. Topics are addressed from multiple perspectives, with a strong emphasis on the perspective of service recipients and their families, as well as service providers, policy makers, and the community at large. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6055 - Measurement & Testing Credit(s): 3 This course provides an overview of the principles and practice of measurement and testing in clinical mental health and addictions counseling. Students gain an understanding of the major theories underlying different approaches to psychological testing, and the ethical, cultural, and developmental issues involved in measurement. This course focuses on selecting clinical measures for gathering information, understanding the statistical concepts involved, evaluating the utility of these instruments in terms of their psychometric properties, including reliability and validity, and interpreting the results to inform diagnostic and intervention processes. Students gain familiarity with major measurement techniques for children and adults in the areas of intelligence and educational testing, personality assessment, and vocational and aptitude testing. Included are discussions of strength-based measures, as well as assessment of abuse and other risks. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6105 - Helping Relationships & Clinical Counseling Techniques Credit(s): 3 Students gain an understanding of the clinical mental health counseling process, from engagement to assessment, intervention, and evaluation. The focus is on the development of culturally relevant communication and counseling skills, in the context of major counseling theories. Skills are practiced in relation to working with individuals with significant mental health and substance abuse problems, their families, and other professionals. Areas covered include: ethical considerations; values clarification; evidence-based helping strategies; working with natural supports. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6155 - Practicum Credit(s): 1 Students complete a 100-hour practicum in basic counseling skills, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. A learning contract is developed by the student with the practicum supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the practicum process, individual and group instruction for the students, and serve as liaison to the field sites. The field experience consists of at least 40 hours of direct service to actual clients. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6165 - Additional Practicum Credit(s): 1-3 Students complete an additional 100 to 300-hours of practicum, in basic counseling skills, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. A learning contract is developed by the student with the practicum supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the practicum process, individual and group instruction for the students, and serve as liaison to the field sites. A minimum of 100 hours is required per credit. The number of hours and credits are outlined in the practicum learning contract. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Prerequisites: CMH 6155 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6215 - Treatment Planning for Clinical Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counselors Credit(s): 3 This course focuses on person-centered, recovery-oriented treatment planning for clinical mental health and addictions counselors. It includes an understanding of the diagnosis and assessment process and how an understanding of mental health and addictive disorders influences the treatment planning process. It also addresses an individualized, strength-based approach; understanding and outreach to natural supports and community resources; and the importance of communication, documentation, and personal and community involvement in designing effective approaches to prevention, treatment, and support. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6355 - Clinical I: Integrated Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment, Child & Family Credit(s): 3 This course is focused on commonly used treatment modalities with children, adolescents, and families, in a variety of settings. An emphasis is placed on understanding family systems and family-based approaches. Treatment modalities include: Behavior and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Students will learn the theoretical framework and assumptions for each approach, therapeutic techniques associated with each intervention, how each therapeutic approach can be used for specific mental health (i.e, depression, anxiety, ADHD, conduct disorders) and addictive disorders, cultural and developmental considerations, and the existing research on such practices. Students will have opportunities to practice these clinical skills in class and discuss how to apply these practices with children and families in their internship settings. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6365 - Clinical II: Crisis, Trauma, Complex Issues Credit(s): 3 This course is the second of two clinical classes on specialized inteventions with children, adolescents, and families. The course will offer techniques for working with children, families, and the general community during times of individual, family, or community crisis (mental health or health crisis, accident, death, etc). It will focus on the youth and families in crisis in the context of the natural community and the mental health systems of care. It will review the history and theory of crisis interventions, proactive planning for individual youth before the crisis occurs or reoccurs, and risk assessment strategies. Other specific topics of focus will include: intervention in complex cases, trauma-informed care, self-harm/suicide, violence, and natural or human caused disasters. Strategies for assessment, planning, and intervention will emphasize family members as partners, solution and strength-based treatment planning and interventions, natural and community-based supports. Prerequisites: CMH 6355 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6455 - Clinical I: Integrated Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment, Adults Credit(s): 3 This course will build a clinical and practical foundation for intervening with adults with mental health and addictive disorders. Essential epidemiological, etiological, assessment, and evidence-based and promising treatment modalities will be covered (e.g, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, IDDT). Topics will include integrated mental health, addictions and primary health care, family-involvement, involuntary interventions, and treatment modalities for young adults. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6465 - Clinical II: Crisis, Trauma, Complex Issues Credit(s): 3 This course is the second of two clinical classes on specialized interventions with adults. This course will integrate empirical and functional aspects of the therapeutic process when intervening with individuals with mental health and addictive disorders. Students will learn to employ core clinical interventions and treatment modalities for people with complex issues, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and other specialized approaches. The course also will offer techniques for working with people during times of individual, family or community crisis (mental health or health crisis, accident, death, etc). The complexity and heterogeneity of co-occurring disorders will be closely examined. There will be a special emphasis on how an individual’s experience of trauma complicates clinical work. Unique ethical and boundary issues will be addressed. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6505 - Internship I Credit(s): 3 Students complete a 300-hour clinical internship, reflecting the comprehensive work experience of a clinical mental health or professional counselor, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. The field experience includes a minimum of 130 hours of direct service to actual clients, but more is recommended. A learning contract is developed by the student with the internship supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the internship process, individual and group instruction for the students, and serve as liaison to the internship sites. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Prerequisites: CMH 6155 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6625 - Internship II Credit(s): 3 Students in the master’s program complete a second 300-hour internship (a minimum of 100 hours per credit awarded) that focuses on the development of advanced clinical and counseling skills, reflecting the comprehensive work experience of a clinical mental health or professional counselor, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. The field experience includes a minimum of 130 hours of direct service to actual clients, but more is recommended. A learning contract is developed by the student with the internship supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the internship process, individual and group instruction for the students, and serve as liaison to the internship sites. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Prerequisites: CMH 6155 and CMH 6505 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6635 - Internship III Credit(s): 3 Students in the master’s program may complete a third 300-hour internship (a minimum of 100 hours per credit awarded) that focuses on the development of advanced clinical and counseling skills, reflecting the comprehensive work experience of a clinical mental health or professional counselor, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. The field experience includes a minimum of 130 hours of direct service to actual clients, but more is recommended. A learning contract is developed by the student with the internship supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the internship process, individual and group instruction for the students and serve as liaison to the internship sites. Offered on a pass/fail basis only. Prerequisites: CMH 6505 and CMH 6625 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6645 - Additional Internship Credit(s): 1-4 Students complete an additional 100-400 hours of clinical internship, in a relevant program or agency, under the supervision of a qualified field instructor. A minimum of 100 hours per credit is required, focused on the development of advanced clinical and counseling skills reflecting the comprehensive work experience of a clinical mental health or professional counselor. The number of hours and credits are outlined in the internship learning contract, developed by the student with the internship supervisor. PCMH faculty provide supervision for the internship process, individual and group instruction for the students, and serve as liaison to the internship sites. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Prerequisites: CMH 6505 and CMH 6625 Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6655 - Program Evaluation and Systems Research Credit(s): 3 Introduces students to the principles and practice of program evaluation and systems research, including quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Students become informed readers of the research literature, develop a research proposal on a topic of interest, and learn how to use data to evaluate individual clinical practice and program/agency outcomes. Methods for gathering information from and for key constituencies (e.g., service recipients, families) are emphasized. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6665 - Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethics Credit(s): 3 This course covers significant practice-based challenges for clinical mental health and substance abuse counselors. The course includes a review of ethical standards and guidelines that have been developed by various helping professions, focusing on clinical mental health counseling, the American Counseling Association and the ACA code of ethics, as well as addiction counseling. It examines common tensions, polarities, practical implications and moral conflicts within which the counselor must exercise discretion and judgment, and explores the legal and ethical frameworks through which these decisions must be considered. Specific topics include credentialing in students’ respective states, HIPAA and 42CFR 2. Through discussion, role play, real-time case examples and guest speakers, students deepen their understanding and commitment to the multiple roles of counselors in a multiagency, interdisciplinary context. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6705 - Organizational Leadership and Systems Change Credit(s): 3 This course explores aspects of the leadership and management role within mental health and counseling organizations. It provides an introduction to such topics as personal management and self-awareness, staff and clinical supervision, organizational dynamics/change/leadership, and managed care. It examines the research on community and systems change, strategies for analyzing and understanding communities and service systems, and community organizing and advocacy approaches. Students learn the consultation skills critical to promoting collaboration and change in organizations and communities, and complete a project which integrates the research literature with practical applications and action strategies in this area. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6755 - Mental Health, Addictions, & Family Systems Credit(s): 3 There are three emphases in this course. One is on an understanding of family systems and family-based approaches to treatment, including issues related to culture and ethnicity, the impact of domestic violence, effects specific to very young children, and so forth. The second is on a thorough understanding of addictive disorders across the lifespan, including system and community issues, such as how to address cross-social service system treatment barriers, and community education and mobilization. The third is on specific interventions for youth who are abusing substances, for example, strategies for providing intensive treatment options in the community, developing prosocial behaviors, safe detox for adolescents, and the legal issues which affect minors (e.g., differences in age of consent for mental health and substance abuse treatment, involuntary treatment issues). Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6765 - Psychopharmacology in Mental Health & Addictions, Across the Lifespan Credit(s): 3 Students gain a working knowledge of major medications used to treat psychiatric, substance use, and co-occurring disorders, and their actions and side effects, as well as basic medical problems for which referrals should be made. Issues specific to children and youth, adults and elders are addressed. This course also covers the physiology of addictions and the effects and prevalence of the major addictive substances of abuse. Students develop an understanding of withdrawal symptoms and detox protocols. Educating individuals and their families on medication benefits and side effects is emphasized. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6805 - Diagnosis, Assessment, & Psychopathalogy Credit(s): 3 This course provides an overview of standard assessment and diagnostic methods in clinical mental health counseling, which includes the classification, description, and differential diagnosis of mental health and substance use disorders. Students will develop the capacity to use a systematic inquiry process for obtaining and evaluating important and accurate information during assessment. Students will gain a practical, working knowledge of the DSM-V, as well as skills to assess strengths, mental status, and trauma. The role of hypothesis formulation and hypothesis testing will be considered, along with the etiology and treatment indications for various disorders. Ethical, cultural, and other issues and biases related to assessment and psychopathology are discussed. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (intensive weekend format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6825 - Human Growth & Development Credit(s): 3 This course offers a review of significant research findings and theories about human development and transitions across the lifespan. The emphasis is on building a multidimensional framework for understanding development processes and dynamics, while addressing the impact of predictable challenges as well as traumatic events over the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on the interplay of biological, cognitive, social, and cultural factors associated with both normal and abnormal development. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6835 - Group Process Credit(s): 3 This course is designed to enable participants to acquire knowledge, skills, theory, and a way of thinking about and working with small groups. The underlying assumption of the course is that experiential learning is the most effective way to get acquainted with a new and challenging topic. This means that the course will combine presentations of various theoretical issues related to group work and structured learning experiences which will enable an integration of the newly acquired content and its application to familiar contexts. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6855 - Social and Cultural Foundations Credit(s): 3 This course focuses on the interaction between society and the individual. Students gain an understanding of complex diversity issues and social determinants of health related to race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity and culture, class, religious preferences, and so forth, and the impact this has on physical and mental health and substance use concerns. Students develop the knowledge and skills to inform culturally competent practice in clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6865 - Career and Lifestyle Development Credit(s): 3 This course reviews the major theories of career counseling and explores the life factors and roles that influence decision-making. It also reviews community and informational resources for career development, and covers major employment-related counseling techniques and career counseling programs for the general population and for people with disabilities, including people with mental health and addictions disorders (job finding, getting and keeping strategies, supported employment). Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6885 - Clinical Counseling Theories Credit(s): 3 This course provides students with an overview of several formal theories of clinical mental health counseling and psychotherapy, including implications for research and practice. Many of the major theories are discussed, such as Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Experiential, and Behavioral. Focus is on the theories’ historic and functional connection to specific approaches, such as CBT, REBT, Solution-Focused and Narrative. Family Systems approaches are discussed as well. Course involves multiple modalities, including case-study reviews and skill-based applications Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6895 - Early Childhood and Infant Mental Health Credit(s): 3 This innovative course provides an overview of the latest assessment and intervention techniques used with infants, very young children, and their families, with a strong emphasis on social and emotional development and mental health. Students will gain an understanding of the impact that early trauma, family violence, poverty, and developmental disabilities can have on young children. Students will establish a context for working with young children in various community settings. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6905 - Masters Project Credit(s): 2 This is a graduate seminar that is intended to assist the student in the preparation of a Master’s project that is relevant to the student’s goals as an emerging leader in clinical mental health and substance abuse counseling and community mental health. The Master’s project is written in the form of a major paper that includes a comprehensive literature review. The paper may be focused on an emerging area of best practice, a policy issue or trend, program design/development with outcome measures, or a systems change strategy. With instructor approval, students may design and carry out a research project. Students are expected to integrate the relevant literature, concepts, and theories from their courses into their project. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 6925 - Elders: Mental Health and Addictions Credit(s): 3 Americans over the age of 65 are a fast growing segment of the population. A significant percentage of elders have mental health or substance abuse concerns. This course is designed to better prepare clinical mental health and substance abuse counselors and other related professionals for the treatment and support of elders. Students will gain knowledge of specific strategies for screening and assessment and treatment of elders, including attention to: situational concerns such as loss, grief and social isolation; issues of trauma and elder care; differential diagnosis of new vs. existing conditions; symptoms related to dementia and Alzheimer’s; mental health issues related to depression, mental illness and changes in executive function; and substance use issues, including interactions with medications, and other related medical conditions. Students also will gain an understanding of the larger service systems and community resources available to elders. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CMH 7105 - Independent Study Credit(s): 3 This course is intended to be designed independently by a graduate student, in concert with an instructor, and with program approval. The independent study may address a clinical, management, or research topic, either to meet a specific course category needed for licensure that is not otherwise covered within the curriculum or to allow the student advanced study in an area of interest. Offering Location: NVU-Johnson (weekend intensive format): Alaska, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Wisconsin
	CSL 5010 - Counseling Theories Credit(s): 3 This course introduces a variety of theories and approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. A number of theorists are studied, representing psychodynamic, humanistic/existentialist, behavioral, cognitive and eclectic orientations to the counseling process. Students learn to examine and identify points of both divergence and convergence among the major theoretical perspectives, with an emphasis on applying theoretical ideas to practical client issues. Students also are encouraged to begin to develop a personal awareness of which theorists from which schools they find most compelling and consistent with their own belief systems. Corequisites: Complete within your first 3 semesters Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5011 - Career Counseling Credit(s): 3 This course helps the student develop a personal approach to career counseling by studying career theories and developing a personal theory of career counseling; exploring one’s own process of life and career development utilizing a variety of approaches, including appropriate testing; learning a variety of strategies to help clients in the career-development process throughout life; and becoming familiar with tests and computerized career-development support services. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5020 - Counseling in Groups Credit(s): 3 This course explores individual vs. group strategies; theories of group development and dynamics, and intervention and practice strategies. Students gain experience in a small group process. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5030 - Laboratory Experience I Credit(s): 3 In a supervised and controlled setting, students develop counseling skills that can eventually be used in their work settings. Students use each other as clients and as supervisor and observers in this process. Formal approaches to skill development (e.g., Ivey’s micro-counseling approach) serve as the basis for initial skill training. Corequisites: Complete within your first 3 semesters Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5110 - Counseling & Addictive Behaviors Credit(s): 3 This is a survey of appropriate treatment strategies for working with a range of addictive behaviors, including chemical dependency, eating disorders, gambling and sexual addiction. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 and CSL 5030 or permission of instructor Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5120 - Family Counseling Credit(s): 3 Students develop systems-intervention skills for working with family systems. The emphasis is on a developmental growth model in family counseling, providing students with a beginning understanding of applications in working with families. There is an opportunity to apply skills in class. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5130 - Psychopathology Credit(s): 3 This course provides the student with a practical understanding of psychopathology. It surveys theories of psychopathology, especially conceptualizations of the etiology of mental disorders and considers the diagnostic categories codified in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-R). The major focus of the course, however, is on developing appropriate strategies for counseling the psychopathological client. Important among these strategies is learning to recognize when to refer clients for more intensive psychological evaluation and treatment. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5140 - Legal & Ethical Issues Credit(s): 3 This course explores the legal and ethical issues students will encounter as counselors. Students are challenged to examine major issues within the field through discussion and case presentations. Students become familiar with the ACA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. ACA and other codes of ethics are used to help students develop ethical decision-making skills. Students are also introduced to the laws governing the counseling profession, including the distinction among legal, ethical and clinical issues. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5160 - Psychopharmacology Credit(s): 3 This course is intended as a survey of licit and illicit drugs which may be encountered in the counseling workplace. The student will learn about the classification, psychoneurology and properties of specific drug groups, as well as practical uses and abuse potential for these drugs. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5130 or may be taken concurrently Recommended: CSL 5010 and CSL 5130 if not already taken Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5211 - Lifespan Development Credit(s): 3 This course provides an overview of psychological change across the lifespan, from infancy to late adulthood. Primary-source readings and discussions examine cognitive and social-emotional development. The focus is on normative (not atypical) psychological change and growth, not the origins of psychopathology. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5212 - Social & Cultural Foundations Credit(s): 3 This course examines multicultural factors and representations in counseling, including gender, ability, race, religion, ethnicity, age, class and sexual orientation as well as awareness of social and cultural diversity. Students explore a contemporary body of literature, including racial and ethnic identity models and competencies for multicultural counseling. Students also explore their personal cultural development and political socialization. The course provides a setting for self-awareness, knowledge of diverse perspectives and preparation for multicultural counseling skills. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5220 - Comprehensive School Counseling Credit(s): 3 This course seeks to articulate the professional identity of the school counselor and to introduce a number of issues regarding the administration and organization of a guidance system at the elementary and secondary school levels. The focus is on preventive and developmental guidance. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5310 - College and Career Ready: Helping Middle and High School Students Prepare for the Future Credit(s): 3 This course explores ways to assist middle and high school students with career and college readiness. Students are challenged to examine Personalized Learning Plans and flexible pathways to graduation within the field through discussion and case presentations. Students become familiar with tools to assist with the college application process and choosing a college major. This course is intended to provide a thorough understanding of the complexities facing a student graduating high school today with the graduation requirement of demonstrating “career and college ready”. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5211 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5710 - Assessment & Treatment of Addictive Disorders Credit(s): 3 The course is designed to increase students’ understanding of treatment for addictive disorders. Assessment, therapeutic technique and supportive aftercare are covered. Community consultation and referral skills are also emphasized. Prerequisites: CSL 5110 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5810 - Fieldwork for School Counseling Credit(s): 3 Fieldwork is the first practicum required for licensure as a guidance counselor in Vermont. It is a 180-hour observational experience, including 60 hours at the elementary level, 60 hours at the middle-school level and 60 hours at the high-school level. Students will “shadow” a professional counselor in each setting. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5830 - Practicum in Counseling (elective) Credit(s): 1.5-3 This 100-hour or 200-hour experience, for those preparing for careers in mental health and substance abuse counseling, is designed to give the student a first-hand look at counseling work in an area human services agency. As a first field experience, this is meant to be primarily observational. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 5910 - Research Methods Credit(s): 3 This course introduces students to the important role of research in counseling and related fields. It covers basic research design so students can begin to understand the value, rationale and limitations of various design strategies. Students learn to use online research databases as tools. The course emphasizes understanding research methodology and using APA-style writing mechanics in the context of designing a program evaluation. Corequisites: Complete this or CSL 6632 within your first 3 semesters if in Clinical Mental Health track Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6010 - Alternative Counseling: The Language of Astrology (elective) Credit(s): 3 This course will examine the tools, techniques and language of astrology as a symbolic framework for conceptualizing client issues. Students will learn methodological principles for constructing natal and synastric charts and will explore the empirical and mythological assumptions underlying their interpretations. Issues of ethics and credibility will also be discussed. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6020 - Death, Dying & Grieving (elective) Credit(s): 3 This intensive, residential course provides an experiential and theoretical base for exploring issues related to death, dying and grief recovery. The course focuses on working with people who are dealing with loss in their lives and helps students examine their own attitudes, values and experiences of death and loss as a means of becoming more effective counselors. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6030 - Curriculum & Classroom Management for Counselors Credit(s): 3 School counselors, SAP counselors, and school-based mental health counselors have the opportunity to present information to students individually, in small goups, and in classroom sessions. Counselors are asked to co-teach with a variety of faculty and many school counselors and SAP counselors are required to develop and present curriculum. This course will provide counseling students an opportunity to engage in curriculum design, instruction, and assessment, and will provide the opportunity to research and practice classroom management strategies. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6050 - Laboratory Experience II: Treatment Modalities Credit(s): 3 Students build on and extend skills developed in CSL 5130 . Practice and training is provided in a variety of treatment modalities and applied to a diverse range of client situations and presenting issues. Students are encouraged to apply treatment modalities appropriate to the therapeutic context. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6060 - Art-making in the Counseling Process Credit(s): 3 The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the use of art-making in the counseling process with school-aged children and adults. The student will also be introduced to the history, theories, and practices of art therapy. Most importantly, the student will understand how the process of art-making, and the product of that process, can open up the lines of communication between the client and counselor, or strengthen those already established. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 or CSL 5211 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6070 - Play Therapy Theory & Techniques Credit(s): 3 The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of a variety of play therapy theoretical orientations and specific skills, which can be used when working with children and their families using the developmentally appropriate setting of play. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6080 - Cognitive-Behavioral and Mindfulness-Based Therapies Credit(s): 3 The aim of this course is to provide a comprehensive examination of cognitive-behavioral therapies and mindfulness-based clinical interventions. Theoretical and philosophical aspects of the treatments will be explored in depth, but the course will also emphasize practical applications in the clinical population. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) will be covered in detail. Initial focus is on theory, and will include concept review, video examples, and ample opportunities for practice and discussion. Out-of-class readings and assignments will be required for mastery. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6090 - Counseling the Older Adult Credit(s): 3 The numbers of older people in this country are increasing dramatically. The population of people over the age of 65 is expected to double in the next 20 years. This course is designed to help counselors develop the knowledge base and skills necessary to successfully meet the needs of these older adults. It will encourage the student to consider working with this population as a personal counseling specialization. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 ; CSL 6050
	CSL 6110 - Counseling Children Credit(s): 3 This course provides the counseling student with a practical application and extension of learning and psychopathology theory with children and adolescents. Through exploration of self-concept, moral development, social skills, abuse, multiculturalism and wellness, it will present an introduction to the process of facilitating healthy social, emotional and academic development. An emphasis will be placed upon the counselor’s role as a multi-faceted team member within a system (e.g., family, school, agency and community) working in conjunction with clinical as well as educational goals toward optimal health. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 ; CSL 5211 ; or permission of the instructor Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6120 - Integrating Complimentary Alternative Modalities within the Therapeutic Setting Credit(s): 3 This course will immerse you in the direct experience of an intensive therapeutic blend of expressive art, movement, and mindfulness. Students will explore avenues by which a person in therapy may creatively seek meaning, clarity, and healing through the use of the co-creative process in meaning making. It offers options for deepening and transcending traditional talk therapy by acknowledging that each person’s process is unique. While one individual may like talk therapy, another person may prefer to use movement, artistic expression, mindfulness or a combination of the different experiences during the therapeutic process. Areas explored with include the direct application of techniques based in Mindfulness, Intuitive Art, Writing, QiGong, Tai Chi, Ceremony, and the Stress Inoculation approach. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 ; CSL 5030 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6130 - Understanding & Intervening with Trauma Credit(s): 3 This course is designed to provide students with insight into the impact of trauma and intervention framework across the lifespan. Through reading, videos, case studies, and discussion, students will attain a greater knowledge of how trauma impacts functioning across multiple domains. The diagnostic and evaluation variables unique to trauma will also be a major focus of this course. Students will learn the basics of several intervention frameworks and how to implement some of these strategies in their clinical practice. The class will also devote time to issues related to helping others (non-clinical providers and family members) understand the impact of trauma and modify their approach to some of the challenging patterns that often correlate with traumatic experiences. Lastly, this course will address the importance of system-wide trauma sensitivity. Prerequisites: CSL 5010 , CSL 5030 , and permission of Program Director. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6632 - Evaluation & Measurement Credit(s): 3 This course provides a practical understanding of the principles of psychological and educational measurement. The course surveys important statistical concepts involved in measurement theory, including central tendency and variability, standard scores, reliability and validity. Students review instruments used in the measurement of intelligence, achievement, attitudes and personality. Corequisites: Complete this or CSL 5910 within your first three semesters Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6710 - Topical Seminar (elective) Credit(s): 0.5 - 3 This course helps the counselor-in-training address the many diverse issues, concerns and populations that may be encountered in the work setting. The topics addressed in this course may change from year to year or semester to semester to meet the ever-changing needs of our students and developments in the profession. Some examples of past Special Topics courses are: Holistic Counseling, Creative Therapies, Grant Writing, Body-Oriented Therapies, Expressive Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Classroom Management Techniques. Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6720 - Internship Seminar for School Counseling Credit(s): 1.5 The internship seminar is completed in conjunction with the internship, with the student signing up for 1.5 credits of seminar each semester (fall and spring). This seminar provides counseling students with support and supervision during their internship. Students develop skills to help them carry out their responsibilities as school counselors. Prerequisites: CSL 5810 Recommended: CSL 6820 Offering Location: Johnson Campus
	CSL 6820 - Internship for School Counseling Credit(s): 4.5 The internship is a supervised work experience in a setting appropriate to the student’s school specialization. It is arranged with the help of the student’s advisor and is supervised on site by a school supervisor with appropriate credentials. The advisor and on-site supervisor assess the student’s progress. Students are required to complete 600 hours, evenly divided between the fall and spring semesters. Course work is typically completed before the internship begins. Prerequisites: CSL 5810 Recommended: CSL 6720 Offering Location: Johnson Campus

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FLM 5320 - Film and Culture Seminar

ANT 5710 - Topics in Anthropology

ART 5211 - Studio Center Residency I

ART 5212 - Studio Center Residency II

ART 5213 - Studio Center Residency III

ART 5214 - Studio Center Residency IV

ART 5215 - Independent Residency I

ART 5216 - Independent Residency II

ART 5301 - MFA Colloquium I

ART 5302 - MFA Colloquium II

ART 5303 - MFA Colloquium III

ART 5304 - MFA Colloquium IV

ART 5305 - MFA Colloquium V

ART 5311 - Contemporary Arts Seminar I: Theory & Readings

ART 5312 - Contemporary Arts Seminar II: Research & Writing

ART 5321 - Summer Studio Residency I

ART 5322 - Summer Studio Residency II

ART 5811 - Graduate Studio Project I

ART 5812 - Graduate Studio Project II

ART 5813 - Graduate Studio Project III

ART 5820 - MFA Internship

ART 5831 - Independent Studio Work I

ART 5832 - Independent Studio Work II

ART 5833 - Independent Studio Work III

ART 5834 - Independent Studio Work IV

ART 5835 - Independent Studio Work V

ART 5836 - Independent Studio Work VI

ART 5911 - M.F.A. Thesis Preparation

ART 5912 - M.F.A. Thesis Exhibition

ART 5915 - MFA Thesis Book

ARH 5555 - Johnson - Contemporary Art Travel Intensive

ATM 5071 - Broadcast Meteorologist I

ATM 5072 - Broadcast Meteorologist II

ATM 5710 - Topics for Teachers

SED 5280 - Issues in Environmental Studies

SED 5340 - Organic Chemistry I

SED 5350 - Organic Chemistry II

SED 5360 - Chemistry Modules

CMH 5005 - Orientation

CMH 6005 - Overview of Clinical Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counseling

CMH 6055 - Measurement & Testing

CMH 6105 - Helping Relationships & Clinical Counseling Techniques

CMH 6155 - Practicum

CMH 6165 - Additional Practicum

CMH 6215 - Treatment Planning for Clinical Mental Health & Substance Abuse Counselors

CMH 6355 - Clinical I: Integrated Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment, Child & Family

CMH 6365 - Clinical II: Crisis, Trauma, Complex Issues

CMH 6455 - Clinical I: Integrated Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment, Adults

CMH 6465 - Clinical II: Crisis, Trauma, Complex Issues

CMH 6505 - Internship I

CMH 6625 - Internship II

CMH 6635 - Internship III

CMH 6645 - Additional Internship

CMH 6655 - Program Evaluation and Systems Research

CMH 6665 - Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethics

CMH 6705 - Organizational Leadership and Systems Change

CMH 6755 - Mental Health, Addictions, & Family Systems

CMH 6765 - Psychopharmacology in Mental Health & Addictions, Across the Lifespan

CMH 6805 - Diagnosis, Assessment, & Psychopathalogy

CMH 6825 - Human Growth & Development

CMH 6835 - Group Process

CMH 6855 - Social and Cultural Foundations

CMH 6865 - Career and Lifestyle Development

CMH 6885 - Clinical Counseling Theories

CMH 6895 - Early Childhood and Infant Mental Health

CMH 6905 - Masters Project

CMH 6925 - Elders: Mental Health and Addictions

CMH 7105 - Independent Study

CSL 5010 - Counseling Theories

CSL 5011 - Career Counseling

CSL 5020 - Counseling in Groups

CSL 5030 - Laboratory Experience I

CSL 5110 - Counseling & Addictive Behaviors

CSL 5120 - Family Counseling

CSL 5130 - Psychopathology

CSL 5140 - Legal & Ethical Issues

CSL 5160 - Psychopharmacology