MPY729 Advanced Career Counseling (1 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PY 604  or MPY721  
This course builds on introductory career counseling coursework applying knowledge of the theories of career development and the interplay between work/career/vocation in counseling practice. Students apply and critique vocational/career focused interventions and techniques.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Apply the major theories of career development to career development with specific populations.
2. Describe the strengths and limitations of vocational/career interventions and techniques.
3. Evaluate evidence based practice in career/vocational counseling.
4. Demonstrate understanding of the sociocultural contexts and ethical considerations that influence career development, career decision-making and life planning.