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COU 5212 - Counseling Skills, Methods and Techniques
3 Credits
A broad understanding of the processes of counseling, including establishing and maintaining the counseling relationship, facilitating appropriate interventions, successful termination, interviewing techniques, goal setting, and other core helping skills. An understanding of clinical intervention methods informed by research evidence and community standards of practice.
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COU 5214 - Assessment, Testing and Measurement in Counseling
3 Credits
An introduction to basic testing and appraisal methods in the counseling profession. Principles of test construction, administration, scoring, and interpretation in areas such as achievement, aptitude, personality, and intelligence will be reviewed. Some statistical methods will be discussed as related to assessment in counseling.
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COU 5216 - Addictions and Substance Abuse
3 Credits
An introduction to the treatment of addictive behavior and substance use. The 12-Core functions will be addressed, as well as a variety of theoretical approaches to the treatment of addiction. The stages of change and motivational interviewing will be explored. The following areas will be emphasized (i) an overview of the transdisciplinary foundations of alcohol and drug counseling, including theories of chemical dependency, the continuum of care, and the process of change; (ii) pharmacology of substance abuse disorders and the dynamics of addiction, including medication-assisted therapy; (iii) professional and ethical responsibilities; (iv) multicultural aspects of chemical dependency; (v) co-occurring disorders; and (vi) the core functions defined in section 148F.01, subdivision 10.
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COU 5218 - Play Therapy
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the essential elements and principles of play therapy, including history, theories, modalities, techniques, applications, and skills within the context of ethical and diversity-sensitive practice.
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COU 5220 - Counseling Research and Evaluation
3 Credits
This course highlights the importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice. An understanding of types of research methods, basic statistics, and ethical/legal consideration in research is addressed.
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COU 5412 - Alcohol and Drug Case Management
3 Credits
Procedures and accepted practices for case management will be presented to demonstrate the wide variety of ways in which to provide case management as a service that is acceptable to private and public entities. Topics will include case management principles and techniques, treatment planning, record keeping, consultation and referral methods, and client education. Providing clients with quality professional and community resources to meet their individualized needs will be emphasized. Emphasis will be placed on professional and ethical practice that is holistic, culturally sensitive, and rooted in biblical principles.
Prerequisite: COU 5216
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COU 6010 - Multicultural Counseling
3 Credits
A survey of multicultural trends that includes the cultural context of relationships and attitudes and behaviors that are affected by age, race, religious preferences, physical disability, social class, sexual orientation, ethnicity and culture, family patterns, and gender. Clinical intervention methods informed by research evidence and community standards of practice for a variety of multicultural groups will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: COU 5010
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COU 6012 - Group Process and Treatment
3 Credits
A broad understanding of group development and stages, group dynamics, and group counseling theories. Basic and advanced group counseling methods and skills will be reviewed. Group leadership style, selection criteria, group members’ roles and behaviors will also be explored.
Prerequisite: COU 5010 and COU 5212
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COU 6014 - Career Counseling and Lifestyle Development
3 Credits
An introduction to career development models, occupational and educational information sources, assessment instruments, and counseling techniques relevant to career planning. Included will be techniques and processes of career counseling, career development theories, decision-making models, issues of diversity, interrelationships between work and family life, and lifestyle and leisure counseling.
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COU 6212 - Marriage and Family Therapy
3 Credits
A broad overview of the structure and dynamics of marriage and family relationships. Assessment and counseling interventions with couples and families will be included. Multiple theories will be explored and evaluated. A Christian worldview of marriage and family relationships will be explored.
Prerequisite: COU 5010
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COU 6214 - Psychopathology
3 Credits
An introduction to the scientific study of mental illness through a comprehensive look at the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). The focus will be on the description, etiology, and methods of treatment for disorders in the DSM. Students will develop an understanding of child and adult mental disorders and psychopathology, including developmental psychopathology.
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COU 6216 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
3 Credits
A study of the conceptual framework and process of diagnosing mental disorders, as described by the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and the methods and tools of treatment planning for those disorders. Case studies will be used for students to experience diagnosing and treatment planning. Students will learn to write treatment plans with measurable goals and outcomes. Students will learn to evaluate the efficacy of treatment.
Prerequisite: COU 6214
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COU 6220 - Trauma-Informed Counseling and Crisis Intervention
3 Credits
This course addresses the impact of crises, disasters, sexual assault and other trauma-causing events on individuals and communities, as well as, the treatment of trauma related disorders. Trauma is examined through the impact on the brain regions, impact on memory, variations of emotional regulation and somatic responses. Trauma informed counseling methods and skills will be addressed. The course will also introduce the student to emergency management systems and crisis intervention within clinical mental health agencies and in the community. Attention is also given to vicarious traumatization and caring for the caregiver.
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COU 6222 - Counseling Issues in Human Sexuality
3 Credits
This course is a study of the crucial problems involved in understanding human sexuality and assisting individuals and couples with sexual concerns. It is designed to provide information in the following areas: research about sexuality, sexual development, aging and sexual functioning, sexual orientation, gender issues, sexual anatomy & physiology, sexual response cycles, psychological and social sexual dynamics, treatment of sexual disorders and sexual trauma/abuse, sexual behavior patterns, sexual communication, contraception, infertility, and sexually transmitted infections.
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COU 6224 - Equine Assisted Therapy
3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT). The use of other animals in the therapeutic process will be discussed, but horses will be the primary focus. This will include an exploration of both historical and contemporary theories. EAT is an alternative type of therapy that utilizes horses as a medium to help facilitate change. In this class, students will look at the theoretical basis of animal assisted therapy, its history, the advantages and limitations of EAT, the PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) and EAGALA (Equine Growth and Learning Association) certification processes, EAT in private practice and non-profits, how EAT helps special populations in therapy, and learning how to co-facilitate basic EAT sessions.
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COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I
8 Credits
Internship I involves a practical clinical experience in an approved agency or other appropriate setting with an approved supervisor. This counseling internship provides a supervised, field-based, work experience wherein students integrate and synthesize counseling theories and techniques, develop the professional qualities, characteristics, and behaviors of a counselor, and develop more advanced clinical reasoning and conceptualization skills. Students must successfully complete 300 of the required hours of supervised counseling/clinical experience to pass Internship I.
Note: For those seeking ADC licensure, students will need to complete 880 hours of internship (within COU 6251 - Internship I and COU 6252 - Counseling Internship II , if needed), covering all 12 core functions, under the supervision of a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. All ADC emphasis courses must be completed PRIOR to internship. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: COU 5010 , COU 5012 , COU 5016 , COU 5210 , COU 5212 , COU 5214 , COU 6010 , COU 6214 , and COU 6216 .
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COU 6252 - Counseling Internship II
1 Credits
This counseling internship provides a supervised, field-based, work experience wherein students integrate and synthesize counseling theories and techniques, develop the professional qualities, characteristics, and behaviors of a counselor, and develop more advanced clinical reasoning and conceptualization skills. Building on the experience of COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I , Internship II involves a continued practical clinical experience in an approved agency or other appropriate setting with an approved supervisor. Any required hours not completed within COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I will be completed in Internship II. Students in Internship II will complete their remaining hours from COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I as well as the remaining hours for their required 700 hours in order to pass Internship II. Additionally, students must successfully complete the comprehensive exam in order to pass Internship II. A student may take Internship II a total of 3 times.
Note: For those seeking ADC licensure, students will need to complete 880 hours of internship (within COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I and COU 6252 - Counseling Internship II, if needed), covering all 12 core functions, under the supervision of a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. All ADC emphasis courses and COU 6251 - Counseling Internship I must be completed PRIOR to COU 6252 - Counseling Internship II. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: COU 5010 , COU 5012 , COU 5016 , COU 5210 , COU 5212 , COU 5214 , COU 6010 , COU 6214 , COU 6216 and COU 6251 .
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COU 6299 - Topics in Counseling
3 Credits
This seminar course considers various topics in counseling. The focus will be determined by the instructor and the needs of students in the program. The primary approaches are in-depth exploration of a topic, research, and presentation of results. Examples of topics would include Play Therapy, Child and Adolescent Counseling, Advanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Brain-based Counseling Strategies, etc. Students may take this course more than once for credit when a different topic is addressed.
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COU 6312 - Psychopharmacology for Alcohol and Drug Counseling
3 Credits
This course examines the pharmacology of substance abuse disorders and the dynamics of addiction, including medication-assisted therapy. Students will develop a practical understanding of substances with addictive or abusive potential with special focus on drug administration, absorption, movement, and drug-receptor interactions. Students will also examine clinical practice guidelines for treating psychological and substance use disorders. Counseling techniques and strategies will be emphasized. Professional and ethical responsibilities will be discussed in light of biblical truth to allow for a holistic approach to patient care.
Prerequisite: COU 5216
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COU 6410 - Assessment and Treatment Planning for Alcohol and Drug Counseling
3 Credits
This course will review the counselor functions of screening, intake, orientation, assessment and evaluation of chemically dependent clients. The process of interviewing and administering assessment instruments will be explored with emphasis on competent legal and ethical standards of professional practice in culturally diverse settings. The importance of the connection between assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and methodology in counseling alcohol and drug clients will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: COU 5216
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CRJ 2520 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the criminal justice system and its three main components: law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. It reviews what constitutes a criminal offense, how crime is measured, and theories of crime causation. This course also looks at issues and challenges facing today’s criminal justice system and examines possible future directions.
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CRJ 3532 - Criminal Law
3 Credits
This course provides students with an historical understanding of criminal law, an overview of general legal principles, including possible defenses to a criminal charge, and an awareness of the fundamental nature of law.
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CRJ 3534 - Criminal Courts
3 Credits
This course provides students with an overview of the criminal justice system and its processes. It examines the courtroom work group, the trial process, and challenges to the process. It also provides an overview of the juvenile court system.
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CRJ 3536 - Introduction to Corrections
3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the field of corrections. It reviews prisons and jails, correctional policies, agencies, prison life, and challenges facing corrections. This course examines the Devine and societal roles in correction.
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CRJ 4535 - Juvenile Justice
3 Credits
This course gives students an overview of American juvenile justice in terms of both system and practice. It examines the juvenile offender, causes of juvenile crime, the juvenile court system, and juveniles in the adult court system. This course also looks at institutionalization, rehabilitation, the treatment of juveniles, and the future of juvenile justice in America.
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CRJ 4537 - Criminal Justice Ethics
3 Credits
This course looks at the ethical dilemmas and professional problems faced by criminal justice personnel. Students review various ethical perspectives from a Christian perspective and discuss the practical applicability of domestic and international ethical ideals.
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CRJ 4539 - Victimology
3 Credits
This course examines the causes of victimization and looks at theories associated with violent victimization. It analyzes the offender-victim relationship and presents ideas on preventing violence and responding to victimization from a Christian perspective.
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CRJ 4555 - Criminal Justice Internship I
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring Criminal Justice the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. Admission to the course requires instructor approval and the completion of at least 12 hours of CRJ classes. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CRJ 4556 - Criminal Justice Internship II
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Criminal Justice the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. Admission to the course requires instructor approval and the completion of CRJ 4555 - Criminal Justice Internship I . Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: CRJ 4555
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Criminal/Social Justice |
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CSJ 251 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course is a survey of basic concepts in the fields of Criminal and Social Justice including theoretical framework for criminal justice systems and social justice with an introduction to restorative processes maintaining a dual emphasis of restorative justice and social problem solving within the justice system.
Offered alternate years (even)
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CSJ 342 - CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
3 Credits
SPRING
Examine evidence, fingerprinting, and gunshot residue; collective and process evidence; and develop professional competence in crime scene technology and process methods.
Prerequisite: CRJ 2520
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CSJ 352 - Criminology
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the extent and nature of crime in the United States. Attention is given to theories of crime causation and an analysis of the social processes leading to criminal behavior.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 353 - Juvenile Delinquency
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the extent and nature of juvenile crime in the United States. It includes an overview of the juvenile justice system, the social and institutional contributors to delinquency, the historical foundations of juvenile justice and criminal law as it applies to juveniles. Emphasis is given to crime causation, to the family and to the community in both prevention and treatment of juvenile delinquency.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 445 - Restorative Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course offers a critical review of Restorative Justice including a consideration of its definitions, historical roots, theoretical origins, key principles and substantive practices, global policies and programs, controversial issues, and future directions and possibilities.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: Departmental Acceptance.
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CSJ 451 - Comparative Justice Systems
3 Credits
SPRING
Reviews political, administrative, organizational and cultural differences in various national and world justice systems.
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: CSJ 251 or CRJ 2520
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CSJ 455 - Police and Community
3 Credits
ARR
Historical and contemporary overview of the roles of policing and peacemaking in society, strategies for positive and sustainable community relations and career-related issues for police officers.
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CSJ 460 - Topics in Criminal and Social Justice
3 Credits
ARR
This seminar course considers various topics in criminal/social justice. The focus will be determined by the instructor and students enrolled. The primary approaches are in-depth exploration of a topic, research, and presentation of results. Students may take this course more than once for credit.
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CSJ 461 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship
1-3 Credits
ARR
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CSJ 462 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship II
1-3 Credits
ARR
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CSJ 463 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship III
1-3 Credits
ARR
Supervised work experience in the field of criminal and/or social justice with an integration of restorative principles. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
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CRM 316X - Criminal Minds
3 Credits
SPRING
This class focuses on the most notorious criminals in history, including serial killers such as Ted Bundy and Charles Manson, mass murderers such as Hitler and Stalin, and terrorists such as Timothy McVeigh and Osama bin Laden. This advanced course will be a historical study, though it requires a basic understanding of criminal correlates such as psychology, biology, and sociology. (Also HIS 316X )
Offered alternate years
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status and CRJ 2520 or PSY 130 or SOC 230
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CRM 318X - Law & Literature
3 Credits
The primary focus is to examine crime in literature, including but not limited to Steinbeck’s East of Eden, Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment, as well as various works by Poe, Shakespeare, and Flannary O’ Connor. Subthemes of this class include the impact of literacy rates on deviance and criminality in society as well as how law is portrayed inaccurately in story. (Also ENG 318X )
Offered alternate years
Prerequisite: ENG 131 , ENG 132 and PSY 130
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CRM 322X - History of War Weapons: Knives to WMDs
3 Credits
This class focuses on weapons throughout history, capable of micro to macro damage and destruction. This takes a historical perspective of the history of weaponry from the earliest knives, to Biblical weaponry, to modern day biological and other weapons of mass destruction. This class may include classes of weapons and specific laws regarding each. (Also HIS 322X )
Offered alternate years
Prerequisite: CRJ 2520
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DEM 3508 - Introduction to Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course focuses on the principles and practices of emergency management at the local, state, and national levels and will explore the concepts of preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery. Discussion will include a number of case studies of actual disasters, the challenges that emergency management at all levels of government faced, best practice analysis of what went well and lessons learned for the future.
Prerequisite: HIS 2510 - American Government recommended
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DEM 3512 - Crisis and Risk Communication
3 Credits
This course examines communications that seek to inform different audiences of particular hazards to which they are exposed and the source of their vulnerability, as well as the methods for identifying and communicating appropriate solutions to the target audience(s).It will address the various interactions that may be required between emergency management officials and a full spectrum of relevant stakeholders, including the emergency services and other responding or responsible agencies, the general and disaster impacted public, the private and NGO sectors, mutual aid partners and other neighboring jurisdictions, the media, and many others. Also COM.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 3515 - Emergency Preparedness and Planning
3 Credits
This course explores the needs of public safety officials who have responsibility for emergency preparedness planning and response. It includes contexts for emergency planning, legal and jurisdictional; responsibility for planning and responding to emergencies; different types of emergencies, and an approach to planning that can be applied to emergency situations. It addresses specific issues associated with the planning process, including the role of the manager, the necessity for multi-agency involvement, various analytical techniques employed in planning, different levels of emergency planning, and different elements of the plan.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4510 - Disaster Response, Recovery and Operations Management
3 Credits
This course examines a theoretical and practical application of post-disaster management activities including human behavior in emergency situations, warning, evacuation, sheltering, triage, damage assessment, disaster declaration, debris removal, media relations, crisis counseling, individual and public assistance, fiscal responsibilities and other relevant functions. Decision making, incident command, EOC operations, coordination and service will be examined.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4511 - Political and Policy Basis of Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course introduces concepts and basic descriptive information about the political system within the context of disaster policy and explores how political factors play a role in all phases of emergency management, regardless of the type or nature of the disaster event.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4514 - Emergency Relief and Community Development
3 Credits
This course examines Christian perspectives on relief and development and the unique ways that Christian organizations are impacting societies around the globe. This is an interdisciplinary course examining theological perspectives on natural disasters, poverty, and justice as well as the sociological and cultural factors influencing sustainability and community transformation.
Also CM and SOC.
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DEM 4518 - Principles and Practice of Hazards Mitigation
3 Credits
This course explores natural and man-made hazard mitigation and its role in disaster management; structural versus non-structural actions; the role of the natural environment in mitigating natural hazards; and the role of prevention/preparedness in reducing the impacts of future terrorism events.
Prerequisite: DEM 3508
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DEM 4555 - Disaster & Emergency Management Internship I
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Disaster and Emergency Management the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading only.)
Prerequisite: Instructor approval and the completion of at least 12 hours of DEM classes.
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DEM 4556 - Disaster & Emergency Management Internship II
1-3 Credits
The Internship course is designed to allow senior level students majoring in Disaster and Emergency Management the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Internships are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. (Satisfactory/unsatisfactory grading only.)
Prerequisite: DEM 4555 and instructor approval
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DEM 5010 - Public Policy for Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course examines major policy and regulatory issues related to emergency management and explores how political factors play a role in all phases of emergency management, regardless of the type or nature of the disaster event.
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DEM 5012 - Community Emergency Preparedness
3 Credits
This course prepares students to design and evaluate disaster preparedness programs in community settings. It addresses specific issues associated with the planning process, including the role of the manager, the necessity for multi-agency involvement, various analytical techniques employed in planning, different levels of emergency planning, and different elements of the plan.
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DEM 5014 - Emergency Operation Management
3 Credits
This course examines a theoretical and practical application of post-disaster management activities Special attention will be given to the roles and responsibilities of various actors involved in emergency management. Decision making, incident command, EOC operations, coordination and service will also be examined
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DEM 5016 - Emergency Management in International Contexts
3 Credits
This course will address the fundamental issues associated with international crisis and disaster management. Students will identify and compare the principle tasks, responsibilities and capabilities of international disaster management organizations. Emphasis will be placed on developing the skills and principles needed to effectively prepare for and respond to disasters in international contexts.
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DEM 5018 - Hazards Mitigation
3 Credits
This course explores natural and man-made hazard mitigation and its role in disaster management. Students will learn the concepts and skills of hazard mitigation and recovery planning, vulnerability risk analysis, and implementation of a community wide mitigation programming.
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DEM 5020 - Disaster Relief and Redevelopment
3 Credits
This course examines Christian perspectives on relief and development in domestic and international contexts. This is an interdisciplinary course examining theological perspectives on natural disasters, poverty, and justice as well as the sociological and cultural factors influencing sustainability and community transformation.
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DEM 5022 - Emergency Management in the Public Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for public sector organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of the public sector and its key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as public disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5024 - Emergency Management in the Private Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for private sector organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of the private sector and its key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as private sector disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5026 - Emergency Management in the Non-Profit Sector
3 Credits
This course will examine the special issues related to emergency preparedness and response for non-profit organizations. Emphasis will be given to unique attributes of non-profits and their key contributions to emergency management. The course will also address the specific skills and attributes needed to be successful as non-profit disaster management professionals.
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DEM 5028 - Current Issues in Emergency Management
3 Credits
This course examines the latest trends in disaster management theory and practice, examining emerging issues in the public, private and non-profit realms. Students will develop the skills to effectively analyze new initiatives and critically consider practical applications.
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DEM 5202 - Disaster Management Leadership and Planning
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, principles and practices of effective leadership. Emphasis will be given to leadership and planning issues throughout the disaster management cycle.
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DEM 5530 - Disaster Management Applied Practicum
3 Credits
The applied practicum course is designed to allow graduate level students in Disaster and Emergency Management the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge of the discipline in an occupational setting. Practicums are completed in community based or governmental organizations. Students are required to work under qualified supervision and must complete various assignments to help them process the experience. Students must also complete a project that furthers the mission of the organization.
Prerequisite: DEM 5202
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DSC 235 - Children and Family Ministry
3 Credits
FALL
This course focuses on the essential principles and skills needed to minister to children and families within church and parachurch contexts. This class serves as an introduction to the Child and Family major. Students will be involved in a children’s ministry while enrolled in the class.
Offered alternate years (even)
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DSC 236 - Youth and Family Ministry
3 Credits
SPRING
The course will explore theological, missional and practical foundations of generational transference of faith and ministry within the context of family and church systems. Topics will include the pattern and praxis of youth ministry from biblical, historical and contemporary perspectives.
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DSC 241 - Faith Development of Children
3 Credits
FALL
This course examines the dynamics of how faith develops within the lives of children related to the work of the Holy Spirit and theories of cognitive, moral, psycho/social, and faith development. Current research related to faith development will be analyzed within a biblical perspective.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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DSC 245X - Creative Drama for Youth and Children
3 Credits
FALL
Techniques, theories, and experiences of creative drama and its application to youth and children, including children’s theater, storytelling, story dramatization, and improvisation within an educational and ministry setting. (Also COM 245X )
Offered alternate years (odd).
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DSC 311 - Professional Ministry Conference
1 Credits
ARR
Participation in specialized ministry conference or seminar as arranged by the department. Permission from instructor required. Fee for seminar expenses.
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DSC 333X - Family Ministry
3 Credits
FALL
An exploration of how the church and para-church organizations can minister to children and teens in partnership with their parents and other community leaders. Findings from systems’ theory and attachment theory will be studied as they relate to the nurture of children and teens. (Also SOC 333X )
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DSC 334 - Camping Ministry
3 Credits
ARR
A study of the philosophy, objectives, administration, and leadership of camp ministry with attention given to developing camping skills, curriculum development, program planning, and counseling. All students will be expected to spend two weekends on a group camping experience.
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DSC 336 - Dynamics of Small Groups
3 Credits
SPRING
Integrates biblical directives with small group dynamics, emphasizing ministry within a relational model of the group. This course aims to develop skills and attitudes for both leadership and participation. Students will participate in a small group process throughout the course.
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DSC 338X - Social Justice
3 Credits
FALL
This course presents a consideration of perspectives on Christian social responsibility. Students encounter biblical and theological foundations for justice, and apply these frameworks to systemic issues of justice with the goal of discerning an appropriate call to action. (Also SOC 338X )
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DSC 351 - Teaching and Learning Theory
3 Credits
FALL
This class is designed to help students to understand the educational theory behind the most effective practices of teaching the Bible to people of all age groups. Students will learn to design their own Bible lessons based on thorough Bible study and good educational theory. Each student will be expected to design and teach at least four Bible study lessons in a ministry of their choice during the semester.
Offered alternate years (even)
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DSC 353 - Faith Development of Youth
3 Credits
FALL
This course studies the multifaceted issues related to the development of faith in adolescents. Recent research in brain development will be investigated along with other research related to how adolescents learn, grow, and develop into mature disciples of Jesus Christ.
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DSC 356 - Mentoring
3 Credits
SPRING
This class will study both the theory and practice of mentoring. Students will gain a broadened historical and biblical perspective on the value and uses of mentoring in a wide variety of contexts. Students will gain skill in mentoring others and in learning through a mentoring relationship.
Offered alternate years (odd)
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DSC 357 - Curriculum Design for Discipleship
3 Credits
SPRING
This course equips students to design and implement plans, curricula and strategies for helping people of various ages and contexts to learn, grow, and develop into mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Students will examine and evaluate published strategies and curricula for discipleship training and teaching. Fee. (Part of ministry block for Pastoral, Child and Family, Discipleship Ministries, Youth & Family, Youth/Social Ministry and Worship Arts majors.)
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DSC 358X - Contemporary Issues in Youth Culture
3 Credits
SPRING
This class will develop strategies for meeting the needs of youth in a changing youth culture. The student will learn how to assess the relevant social and cultural forces shaping the experience of adolescence in contemporary society. Students will learn to evaluate elements of youth culture, analyze the cultural systems that shape young people and develop effective approaches to discipleship. (Also SOC 358X )
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DSC 381X - Community Development & Justice
3 Credits
FALL
An examination of key theories, approaches, models, trends, practices and challenges of sustainable community-focused relief and holistic development, and their relationship to issues of economic, social, and spiritual justice. Consideration is given to biblical teaching on matters of poverty, economics, and justice, and the relationship of transformation and mission. (Also ICS 381X )
Offered alternate years (even)
Prerequisite: ICS 345X recommended
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DSC 400 - Independent Study
1-3 Credits
ARR
In-depth investigation of a topic in discipleship ministries using standard research procedures. Topic selection and course enrollment is by approval of the department chair.
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DSC 427 - Urban Ministry
3 Credits
SPRING
A practitioner-oriented exploration of ministry in the urban context. Students will participate in ethnographic research, and articulate holistic integrated approaches to youth and family ministry in population centers. Special attention is given to the development of authentic partnerships with indigenous leadership. Fee.
Prerequisite: DSC 338X , ICS 345X , or ICS 381X
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ECE 320 - Development of Young Children
3 Credits
SPRING
Principles and theories of early childhood development and learning are studied. Focus is on a holistic view of development, prenatal through childhood, with emphasis on major developmental domains: cognitive, social/emotional, physical, creative, and moral/spiritual. Strategies for assessing young children are explored. Consideration is given to the adult’s role in supporting the development and learning of young children.
Prerequisite: PSY 130
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ECE 331 - Preprimary Curriculum and Methods
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides the theoretical and practical framework for implementing developmentally appropriate practice for children ages three to five. Learning experiences and curriculum development focuses on integrating cognitive, social, emotional, physical, creative and moral/spiritual domains and establishing and maintaining a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment. Field experience in approved site is required.
Offered alternate years (odd)
Prerequisite: ECE 320 and admission to the Teacher Education Department
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ECE 331P - Preprimary School Practicum
0 Credits
FALL
This experience provides an opportunity for students to gain understanding and skills needed to teach preprimary children. Students will observe and apply the theory and skills they have developed in the college classroom to practical situations in a preprimary learning environment. Students will complete assignments required by the course under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance. The 15-hour practicum experience is carried out with child contact in the preprimary school or daycare-learning environment with a teacher present who has current MN Board of Teaching Education licensure in Pre-K, ECFE or Early Childhood Special Education.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Department
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ECE 340 - Principles of Early Childhood
3 Credits
SPRING
The purpose of this course is to explore the cognitive development of children in a culturally diverse society. Students will explore foundational theory of early childhood education, cognitive development domain, and developmentally appropriate instructional practices. Emphasis is given to the characteristics of a balanced literature-rich, integrated program that integrates the communication arts with beginning content concepts. Students will investigate the role of the teacher in the development of cognitive processes and guiding Christian principles. Students will learn to plan and assess learning in all classrooms designed for children birth through grade three.
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Economics |
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ECO 232 - Principles of Economics
3 Credits
FALL
An introductory course in the fundamental principles of economics with emphasis on macroeconomics. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
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ECO 316 - Personal Economics
3 Credits
SPRING
A practical study of what Scripture says about financial stewardship, tithing, giving, investing, and the use of debt. Students will develop personal budgets and financial goals. Discussion will also include the use of various types of credit and insurance.
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ECO 324 - Advanced Economics
3 Credits
SPRING
The continuation of ECO 232 dealing specifically with the study of microeconomics and additional advanced economic topics. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
Prerequisite: ECO 232
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ECO 331 - Principles of Macroeconomics
3 Credits
An introductory course in the fundamental principles governing production, distribution, consumption, and exchange of wealth - dealing specifically with macroeconomics. Consideration will be given to national income, money and banking, including the role of government with respect to fiscal and monetary policies. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
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ECO 332 - Principles of Microeconomics
3 Credits
The continuation of ECO 331 dealing specifically with the study of microeconomics. Biblical principles and ethical implications will be addressed.
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ECO 453X - Advanced Business/Economics Seminar
3 Credits
ARR
A seminar study of advanced business or economics topics such as: entrepreneurship, sports and special events marketing, international marketing, international finance, economics of government and business, managerial development, public and non-profit finance and comparative economic systems. (Also BUS 453X )
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of the department
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Education |
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EDU 209 - Teacher Education Basic Skills Review
0-1 Credits
FALL
This course helps students prepare for the state-mandated basic skills tests in math, reading, and writing for Teacher Education. The course includes test-taking strategies and study skill development specific to each subject area. Course will address the individual needs of learners through diagnostic assessment and skill development. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only.
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EDU 211 - Media and Technology
2 Credits
SPRING
This course develops techniques for using educational media. Emphasis is given to developing proficiency in the use of educational software and media formats that are typically used to plan and deliver instruction.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher.
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EDU 240X - Adolescent Literature
3 Credits
SPRING
A study of a broad range of literature for pre-adolescents and young adults from middle school through high school age. This course places emphasis on book selection that considers developmental needs and interests, Christian values, and universal themes, as well as understanding established criteria for Newbery and other literary awards. Attention is given to exploring methods of using literature in teaching. (Also ENG 240X )
Prerequisite: ENG 131 and ENG 132
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EDU 241 - Foundations of Education
3 Credits
FALL
A survey of information from the fields of history, philosophy, and sociology that is relevant to the understanding of teaching as a profession and a Christian calling, the school as an institution, and contemporary educational issues. Current standards for entry into the teaching profession and expectations of Crown College’s performance-based program are included. Evaluated field experience is required and is considered part of the student’s candidacy for acceptance into the Teacher Education Department. This course is a prerequisite to all other teacher education courses. Teacher education fee applies.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or higher.
Corequisite: EDU 241F
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EDU 241F - Foundations of Education Field Experience
0 Credits
FALL
As a requirement of the Foundations of Education course (EDU 241 ), students complete a sixteen-hour field experience in a regular school setting. This practical component consists of classroom observation, tutoring individuals or small groups of students and assisting the classroom teacher in other appropriate ways. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance and teaching potential. This experience concentrates on students exploring their interest in the teaching profession. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Corequisite: EDU 241
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EDU 312 - Instructional Design
3 Credits
FALL
This course provides the theoretical and practical foundation for the design and management of instruction and for the use of formal and informal assessment strategies. The course explores long and short range planning, developing learning activities, and using new educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning. Cross-curricular goals, planning for diverse learners, differentiated instruction and the integration of technology will be emphasized. Background check fee applies.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
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EDU 314 - Multicultural and Diverse Learners
3 Credits
SPRING
This course provides an understanding of diverse learners including: exceptional students, English language learners, and those from diverse cultures. The course will explore the challenges to learning, literacy, testing, and social issues for these learners, as well as educational law, parent rights, and roles within the community of learners. Practical strategies for working with diverse learners will be emphasized. Sixteen clock hours of field experience at a school site are required.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.
Corequisite: EDU 314F
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EDU 314F - Multicultural and Diverse Learners Field Experience
0 Credits
SPRING
As a requirement of the Multicultural and Diverse Learners course (EDU 314 ), students complete a sixteen-hour field experience in an alternative school setting. Students work with teachers and pupils in a classroom that has a significant at-risk or special needs or minority population. Cooperating teachers complete an evaluation of performance and teaching potential. This experience explores identifying and meeting the needs of at-risk learners. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading.
Corequisite: EDU 314
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EDU 315 - Assessment for Learning
3 Credits
SPRING
The focus of this course is on educational measurement, assessment, and evaluation. The course will outline procedures for designing and selecting, administering, and interpreting a variety of informal assessment measures as well as standardized, formal assessments. A variety of evaluation techniques will be examined including authentic performance assessments. Students will develop, analyze, and interpret assessments as it relates to student learning.
Prerequisite: EDU 312
Corequisite: EDU 314 and EDU 350
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