Rehabilitation Counseling Courses | 2020-2021 Graduate Catalog | SIU

400-3 Introduction to Rehabilitation. An introduction to the broad field of rehabilitation, to include the processes (services), facilities and personnel involved.

401-3 Disability, Diversity and Society. This course will address the relationship between prevailing societal attitudes and environmental designs and the opportunity of persons with disabilities to participate fully in society. It will examine the physical, mental, gender and cultural characteristics of persons with disabilities as determinants of their needs, values, aspiration and opportunities. How public policies can promote or limit inclusion and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities will also be addressed.

405-3 Introduction to Aging and Rehabilitation. (Same as GRON 405) Introduction to the field of aging, including social, political, economic and legal issues pertinent to an aging society and rehabilitation.

445B-3 Psychiatric Rehabilitation. This course will explore the history, philosophy, practice, current trends, and issues of psychiatric rehabilitation. Rehabilitation services that (A) develop an individual's skills and (B) provide environmental support for people with chronic mental illness will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on reaching vocational goals and optimal independent functioning for people with psychiatric disabilities. Special approval needed from the instructor.

453-1 to 4 Personal and Family Life Styling. The academic and personal competencies that are characteristic of fully functioning, integrated persons within the context of our twentieth century environment will be systematically reviewed for adoption in everyday living as well as in professional functions. Participants will focus on and experience life styling theories, models, and skills for their own growth and development and learn to assess basic risk-factors in their rehabilitation clients and families prior to helping them program a more balanced, synergistic, and holistic approach to living. Special approval needed from the instructor.

461-3 Introduction to Substance Use Disorders and Behavioral Addictions. Introduction to the field of substance use and behavioral addictions counseling with an overview of foundation topics underlying professional practice. This course will focus primarily on substance use and behavioral addiction models, medical and psychological consequences, drug classification systems, legislation, and other clinical and public policy issues that may be relevant to the field.

466-3 Substance Use, Behavioral Addictions, and the Family. (Same as REHB 566) Explores the foundations of interdisciplinary treatment and prevention services for families experiencing challenges related to substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. Students will acquire skills in the use of strength based, systemic approaches in working with families in group and individual counseling. The course will include an exploration of the changing concepts associated with the definition of family and challenges associated with non-traditional families. Ethical issues will be examined in addition to interagency collaborative practices. Prerequisite: REHB 461 with a grade of B or better.

471-3 Treatment, Recovery and Relapse Prevention. A comprehensive examination of assessment, diagnosis, referral, and treatment processes for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. The course will cover treatment provided in a variety of settings. Students will acquire skills to provide person-centered treatment, recovery and relapse prevention services, using evidence based practices. The ASAM and the DSM V will be featured as treatment tools. Students will utilize case formulations to gain experience in the treatment plan development and implementation process. Ethical practices will be emphasized. Prerequisite: REHB 461 with a minimum grade of B.

493-3 Applied Research in Professional Rehabilitation Practice. This course will provide students with the skills necessary to act as critical consumers of rehabilitation-related research. It will also provide students with the analytical skills necessary to apply the logic of research methodology to their work in implementing evidence based practices with consumers. Emphasis will be on developing student capacity to complete focused, topical reviews of the rehabilitation literature, effectively evaluate research methodology and practices and determine appropriateness of new approaches for application in the field. Prerequisites: REHB 205, REHB 407 with grades of C or better.

498-3 Special Topics in Rehabilitation Research and Practice. The topics in this course will be variable and will focus on current challenges in the rehabilitation field. Students will explore current research, evidence based practice and public policy as they pertain to the topic. Specific attention will be directed to how these topics may pose potential ethics/professional challenges and/or challenges for consumer advocacy or how the topic may represent new, innovative opportunities for the field.

501-3 Introduction to Interpersonal Skills Development in Rehabilitation Counseling. (Same as COUN 500) Focuses upon facilitative interpersonal communication skills necessary in Rehabilitation Counseling Practices. The course provides theory and practice in facilitative interpersonal communication in counseling, behavior therapy, and administrative services. Included is pre-practicum orientation. Special approval needed from the instructor.

513-1 to 4 Medical and Psycho-Social Aspects of Disability. A review of the impact of disease and trauma on the human system with special attention on the effects physical limitations and socio-emotional correlates have on human functioning and the rehabilitation process. Special approval needed from the department.

519-3 Multicultural Counseling in Rehabilitation. (Same as COUN 545, REHB 419) The major focus is on building multicultural competencies in working with the basic cultural, economic and psychosocial processes relative to the rehabilitation of people from diverse and underrepresented populations and societies.

520-3 Clinical Supervision in Rehabilitation Seminar. This course is designed to prepare doctoral and advanced graduate students with an overview of theory, research, and methods of clinical supervision in Rehabilitation. Special approval needed from the instructor.

521-3 Vocational Development and Placement. (Same as COUN 542) Relates the psychosocial meaning of work, process of vocational development, theories of occupational choice and labor market trends to current and innovative methods of job development, selective placement and follow-up with individuals with disability. Special approval needed from the instructor.

530-3 Assessment Procedures in Rehabilitation Counseling. (Same as COUN 544) Review of fundamental bases of measurement, criteria for evaluating tests, exposure to representative instruments in major categories, and use of test and work samples in assessing the functioning abilities and work potential of individuals with disabilities to seek and hold gainful employment. Special approval needed from the instructor.

533-3 Vocational Appraisal. An extensive exposure to instruments designed for use with vocational rehabilitation clients. Administration and interpretation of a wide variety of instruments used to gain information to be used in planning for vocational development. Both didactic and experiential to include consideration of information obtained from interviews, tests, and other diagnostic techniques. Special approval needed from the instructor.

551-3 Rehabilitation Counseling: Theory and Practice. (Same as COUN 541) A didactic and experiential analysis of the underlying theory and techniques of individual and group counseling of individuals with disabilities. Special approval needed from the instructor.

558-3 Interventions for Substance Use Disorders and Behavioral Addictions in Special Populations. (Same as REHB 458) This course provides a broad understanding of issues and trends in substance use disorder and behavioral addiction treatment, in a multicultural and diverse society, with a specific focus on treatment methods that reflect the culture-specific values and treatment needs of clients. The course will include an analysis of current literature related to the cultural nuances of diverse client populations with substance use or addictive behavior disorders. Formal case presentations including diagnoses and issues of multiculturalism related to clinical work will be used to facilitate student learning. Prerequisite: REHB 461 with a grade of B or better.

560-3 Private Sector Rehabilitation. A comprehensive introduction to many of the unique characteristics of rehabilitation services offered within the private-for-profit sector which can be applied by practitioners on a national basis.

566-3 Substance Use, Behavioral Addictions, and the Family. (Same as REHB 466) Explores the foundations of interdisciplinary treatment and prevention services for families experiencing challenges related to substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. Students will acquire skills in the use of strength based, systemic approaches in working with families in group and individual counseling. The course will include an exploration of the changing concepts associated with the definition of family and challenges associated with non-traditional families. Ethical issues will be examined in addition to interagency collaborative practices. Prerequisite: REHB 461 with a grade of B or better.

570-3 Rehabilitation Administration. Problem solving approach to current issues in organizational structure and management functions in public and voluntary rehabilitation agencies, decision making, leadership, program development and evaluation.

571-3 Advanced Disability Seminar. Specifically, this seminar reviews the historical and philosophical bases of rehabilitation; the evolution of rehabilitation counselor roles and functions; disability models; rehabilitation service delivery models; vocational rehabilitation and career theorists; serving underserved persons, and facilitating acceptance of varying disabilities of those we serve. Restricted to doctoral students or consent of instructor.

574-3 Staff Training and Development. This course prepares the student to design, implement, and supervise an institutional program to train staff in methods of direct service to the institution's clients. Each student will actually design and submit a program through simulation. Lecture/workshop format.

575-4 Case Management in Rehabilitation Counseling. Basic procedures in providing and coordinating available human services based on individual need in the context of a professional-client relationship, and the basics of recording and reporting such services. Special approval needed from the instructor.

578-3 Program Evaluation in Rehabilitation. An analysis of the development and utilization of a program evaluation system in rehabilitation settings with focus given to system design, monitoring techniques and service program development. Students will be trained in the advanced practice of program evaluation techniques and their application to rehabilitation settings. Special approval needed from the instructor.

585A-1 to 4 Seminar in Counseling/Coordination Services-Guided Imagery. Consideration of special issues in counseling and delivery of services. Special approval needed from the instructor.

585B-1 to 4 Seminar in Counseling/Coordination Services-Group Counseling in Rehabilitation. (Same as COUN 543) Consideration of special issues in counseling and delivery of services. Special approval needed from the instructor.

586-3 Seminar in Job Development and Placement. Consideration of special issues in job development and placement philosophy, techniques and research concerning individuals with disabilities. Special approval needed from the instructor.

587-3 Seminar in Correlates of Disability. A systematic analysis of the behavioral socio-cultural implication of disabling conditions. Emphasizes the rehabilitation process in remediation of debilitating conditions. Prerequisite: REHB 513 or consent of instructor.

588-3 Seminar in Research in Rehabilitation. Advanced seminar focusing upon specialized and advanced topics in research in rehabilitation. This course is designed to prepare doctoral students in rehabilitation with the special tools needed to carry out doctoral dissertation and other advanced research projects. Special approval needed from the instructor.

589-1 to 18 (1 per semester) Professional Seminar in Rehabilitation. The course involves advanced level presentations focusing on current research, applied practices, and innovations in rehabilitation. Presentations are made by faculty, graduate students and guest experts. A minimum of four semester hours required for Doctor of Rehabilitation degree.

590-3 Coexisting Disabilities: Alcohol, Drugs, and Disability. An intensive analysis of the impact of alcohol and other drug abuse (AODA) on the lives of persons with disabilities. Additional focus of the impact of AODA on case management and the rehabilitation service delivery system. Restricted to doctoral students in rehabilitation or consent of instructor.

591-1 to 18 Independent Projects in Rehabilitation. Systematic readings and development of individual projects in pertinent rehabilitation areas. No more than six hours may be counted toward the Master's degree. Special approval needed from the instructor.

592-1 to 16 Professional Supervision in Rehabilitation. Experience provided in the supervision of research, teaching, and rehabilitation services. No more than four hours may be taken in any semester. Restricted to doctoral student in rehabilitation. Special approval needed from the instructor.

593-1 to 18 Research in Rehabilitation. Systematic investigation of factors and procedures relevant to rehabilitation. No more than six hours may be counted toward the Master's degree. Special approval needed from the instructor.

593A-1 to 18 Research in Rehabilitation Counseling. (Same as COUN 547) Systematic investigation of factors and procedures relevant to rehabilitation. No more than six hours may be counted toward the Master's degree. To facilitate knowledge/skill acquisition for the rehabilitation professional in becoming a knowledgeable consumer of rehabilitation research. To facilitate the completion of the Master's project. Special approval needed from the instructor.

594A-1 to 12 Practicum in Rehabilitation-Administration. Supervised experiences in agencies in rehabilitation. Rehabilitation facilities management/supervision, in planning, programming and evaluation. Restricted to admission to the specific degree program.

594B-1 to 12 Practicum in Rehabilitation-Behavior Analysis and Therapy. Supervised experiences in agencies in rehabilitation. Behavior analysis and therapy. Application of behavioral analysis/methods in human treatment and in management. Restricted to admission to the specific degree program.

594C-1 to 12 Practicum in Rehabilitation-Counseling. Supervised experiences in agencies in rehabilitation. Development of counseling skills with individuals and groups to include work related functions. Prerequisite: REHB 501, REHB 551, and REHB 589. Restricted to admission to the specific degree program.

595A-1 to 12 Internship in Rehabilitation. Extended practice in rehabilitation settings cooperatively guided and supervised by agency staff and university faculty. Graded S/U only. Prerequisite: appropriate degree specific practicum. Special approval needed from the department.

595B-1 to 12 Internship in Rehabilitation-Counseling. Development of advanced counseling skills with individuals with disability and other work-related functions. Graded S/U only. Prerequisite: REHB 594C.

599-1 to 6 Thesis. Special approval needed from the instructor.

600-1 to 30 (1 to 12 per semester) Dissertation. Minimum of 24 hours to be earned for the Doctor of Rehabilitation degree. Restricted to doctoral candidate in rehabilitation.

601-1 per semester Continuing Enrollment. For those graduate students who have not finished their degree programs and who are in the process of working on their dissertation, thesis, or research paper. The student must have completed a minimum of 24 hours of dissertation research, or the minimum thesis, or research hours before being eligible to register for this course. Concurrent enrollment in any other course is not permitted. Graded S/U or DEF only.

699-1 Postdoctoral Research. Must be a Postdoctoral Fellow. Concurrent enrollment in any other course is not permitted.