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Master Course Outline
HS 204
Advanced Counseling and Case Management
Course Description: Students will gain knowledge of the rationale and philosophy supporting the
development of counseling and case management and different models of counseling/case
management interventions. Students will learn about counseling techniques; resource development;
strategies for dealing with resistance, grief and loss; treatment planning; and development of a personal
counseling style. Using case management forms, students will formulate accurate and understandable
case files and records. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in
the AA degree.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: HS 108 or instructor permission
Recommended Preparation: None
Co-requisites: None
Learning Outcomes:
A. Understand the different approaches and rationales in counseling (DL (2), L (3), CT (4), SPR (4),
and IU (3)).
B. Understanding the different approaches used in case management (DL (2), L (3), CT (4), SPR (4),
and IU (3)).
C. Understanding the specific context(s) that warrant a particular type of counseling or case
management approach (DL (2), L (3), CT (4), SPR (4), and IU (3)).
D. Know how to write and interpret treatment plans, reports, and notes (DL(2), L (3), CT(4))
E. Be able to use “active” listening techniques (DL (2), CT (4), and SPR (4)).
F. Know how to use reflecting techniques (DL (2), CT (4), and SPR (4)).
G. Be sensitive to the issues of others (CT (4), SPR (4)).
H. Be able to remain objective in helping situations (CT (4), SPR (4)).
I. Understand the importance of diversity in providing services (DL (2), L (3), CT (4), SPR (4),
and IU (3)).
Course Resources/Textbooks/Website:
Textbook:
Dynamics and Skills of Group Counseling, Schulman, Lawrence. Brooks/Cole.
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Academic Integrity: All forms of cheating, falsification, and plagiarism are against the rules of this course
and of Grays Harbor College. Students who are unsure what constitutes academic dishonesty are
responsible for asking the instructor for clarification. Instances of intentional academic dishonesty will
be dealt with severely.
Disabilities: Students who have documented disabilities that require accommodations in compliance
with the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the Disability Support Services coordinator as
well as the instructor of the course in order to ensure that together we create an optimal environment
for educational achievement.
W Day, the final day to officially withdraw from a course, is the Thursday of the seventh week (Thursday
of the fourth week for summer quarter). Students who do not withdraw by that date will receive the
grades they have earned, regardless of whether they are attending the course or completing the work.
Students who are considering withdrawal are strongly advised to consult with the instructor, advisor and
financial aid prior to withdrawing. The only withdrawals allowed after W Day are complete withdrawals
from all courses.
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