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COUNSELING PROGRAMS Orientation. MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY. Welcome!. Welcome to new and returning students! Our students are here from -Springfield -West Plains campus -Missouri and across the country -International locations. 08/05/2014. What is this meeting?.
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COUNSELING PROGRAMS Orientation • MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY
Welcome! Welcome to new and returning students! Our students are here from -Springfield -West Plains campus -Missouri and across the country -International locations 08/05/2014
What is this meeting? • General information • Helpful for new and returning students • Specific information (new students, practicum/internship, 2nd year, etc.) provided in small groups after this meeting
Our Department Structure The COUNSELING Program: is part of the COUNSELING, LEADERSHIP AND SPECIAL EDUCATION Department which is part of the COLLEGE OF EDUCATION At MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY! • Dr. Tami Arthaud--Department Head 08/05/2014
Counseling Faculty Dr. Jef Cornelius-White, Professor Programs Coordinator Dr. Marci Dowdy, Senior Instructor Dr. Joe Hulgus, Professor Internship Coordinator Dr. Leslie Anderson, Professor Mr. Lyle Foster, Instructor 05/2015
Counseling Faculty Amy Chenoweth, Instructor Rebecca Smotherman, Instructor Dr. Taryne Mingo, Assistant Professor Dr. Paul Maddox Assistant Professor
Per-Course Faculty Fall ’15 Mr. Bill Holtmeyer Mr. Steve Johnson Ms. Teresa Coleman Also, teaching 701 Dr. Paul Thomlinson 01/02/2014
Support Staff Judy Campbell Lisa Monkres • Rachelle McCart • We have three wonderful administrative assistants in the office: Judy Campbell, Rachelle McCart, and Lisa Monkres. 08/05/2014
GRADUATE ASSISTANTS • Yasuko Kanamori • Lin Wang • Charlten Henderson Yasuko Charlten THESE THREE OUTSTANDING STUDENTS CAN BE FOUND ASSISTING FACULTY IN A NUMBER OF PROGRAM AND SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES, AS WELL AS ASSISTING WITH THE CLINIC OPERATIONS AND HELPING RELATIONSHIP LAB FACILITATION. Lin 01/02/2014 9
Mission & Principles • The Counseling Program has a Mission Statement and Operating Principles • Refer to your Student Handbook to read them
Important Reminders • A BEAR PASS card is REQUIRED for entry into the building. • Account info--Computer Services: 417-836-5891 or online: • missouristate.edu/bearpass 08/05/2014
Technology • Most program information is online. • Faculty use email to communicate. • Get your Bear Pass and email set up! • The wi-fi password is your Bearmail info.
Technology • Student computers and printers are available in PCOB, first floor. • Hours are: (9am-9pm tentatively) • Additional computer resources on campus. Check online for details.
Important Reminders • BEARMAIL is REQUIRED for ALL students. • BLACKBOARD is used in most classes. You are automatically enrolled. • MISSOURI STATE ALERT system will notify you of weather or emergencies, via text, email or call. Sign up! http://www.missouristate.edu/safetran/missouristatealert.htm 08/05/2014
Navigating Downtown • Take the shuttle, or get a parking pass (Or get a parking ticket…) • Your Bear Pass is entry to PCOB building • Make sure doors lock behind you at night • Use the “Buddy System,” or call security for assistance when walking after dark • In a true emergency, always call 911
Get to know each other! • This may be difficult with commutes and schedules • Make an effort • Here’s a suggestion…
Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta C.S.I (Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta) @msucounseling • Stay informed • Be active • Add your voice • First meeting August 25 @ 8:15 pm in PCOB (MTGS will be 4th Monday of every month/same place same time • To get meeting reminders and other info via text, please text 81010 with the message @msucou Also join the Facebook group for all students and alumni—updates, events, job postings and support: Missouri State University Counseling 04/02/13
Chi Sigma Iota: Mu Zeta Beta 04/02/13
This is YOUR student organization! Consider joining to be a part of the action: • National Honors Society • Monthly Mtgs w/ Excellent Guest Speakers • Study groups/peer advising/support • Conference Attendance • Community Service Events • Community Fundraising/Donations • Other events as determined by the MEMBERS! • COME TO TRIVIA NIGHT-TBA, probably November!!! For more info, please contact: Hollie2008@live.missouristate.edu Hollie McLarnon 08/05/2014
Sign up for text reminders for COPE! Text the number 81010 with the message @msucou This will put you on our text list and we will send them information about meeting dates, volunteer opportunities, social events, and professional development opportunities.
Important Reminders • Join either the American Counseling Association (ACA) or American School Counselors Association (ASCA) early in the program. • The membership Liability Insurance is mandatory for practicums and internships. • Starting with a Student Discount --increase professional development now and for the future. 08/05/2014
Statement of Professionalism • You will be expected to have a working knowledge of and abide by the American Counseling Association's code of ethics (Appendix A in the Student Handbook) and strive to serve clients as a multi-culturally competent student counselor throughout your program of study.
Statement of Professionalism • Students will not follow any other code of ethics that is in conflict with these standards. • Beyond written standards set forth by related professional organizations, professionalism requires a high standard for interpersonal interaction which includes respect for others, the valuing of diversity and multiple points of view, and responsibility for one’s words and actions.
Program Update: CACREP • Promotes excellence in professional preparation as you complete your degree and enter the workforce as a professional counselor • Upholds standards that reflect the needs of a dynamic, diverse and complex society consistent with the ideal of optimal human development • Verifies standards for different licensure or certification boards to increase reciprocity and streamline applications • You’ll notice CACREP standards on syllabi and other documents.
Ed.S. IN COUNSELING AND ASSESSMENT • COHORT 5 will be beginning. • Deadline for applications is February 1, 2016. • Prepares people to be school psych examiners, clinical supervisors, and have a lower # of post graduate supervised hours to become an LPC. • See our website for more information. • Questions should be directed to Dr. Hulgus. 08/05/2014
Center City Counseling Clinic • Our Center City Counseling Clinic, located in the west part of Park Central Office Building, is the only one of its kind in the state attached to a Master’s level training program. Ms. Robin Farris Clinic Director 08/05/2014
Center City Counseling ClinicThings you should know We have the only community-based training clinic of its kind in the state This clinic exemplifies the Public Affairs Mission of the University (Community Engagement, Ethical Leadership and Cultural Competence.) We see clients from ages 2-99 (and older!) • We offer play therapy, adult individual and couples and family counseling, for a variety of life concerns. • Fees are on a sliding scale based on ability to pay. • Student counselors are supervised by licensed faculty on-site. • Please refer folks to our clinic, and HELP SPREAD THE WORD!! (If you know clients personally, you will be asked to recuse yourself from observing or peer feedback.
Play Therapy Institute • Approved as a play therapy education site by the Association for Play Therapy in January 2013. • Workshop information will be posted online as available. • Website: http://education.missouristate.edu/playtherapy/
Counselor Heal Thyself • The Missouri State Counseling Program recommends therapy for students, counselors-in-training and counselors. • To help you: Deal with stress, increase self-awareness and personal well-being • At times, faculty may make special requests of students to seek therapy when they become aware of a stressor, self-awareness, or well-being issue
Information on Counseling Services • At MSU: Counseling and Testing Center, Taylor Health and Wellness Center, Career Center, Disability Services, Learning Commons provide individualized services for students. • Community referrals may be made as well
Problem-solving 101 • If you have a problem: • In your class INSTRUCTOR first • With a grade INSTRUCTOR first • General info ADVISOR first • No resolution DEPARTMENT HEAD. • You have responsibilities for ethical professional behavior AND due process rights. • Read them on the MSU website and in the STUDENT HANDBOOK! Read it. Sign it. 04/02/13
Programs Website • http://education.missouristate. edu/counseling/ 08/05/2014
What’s Next? •Information about Practicum, Internship •Information about School Certification •Diversity and Clinical Logs •Information about Portfolios •Comprehensive Exams/NCE •Thesis Options 08/05/2014
For Now: Welcome to MSU! We are glad you’re here! 08/05/2014