PSY 446 - Crisis Intervention

3 Credits

An introduction to the theory of crisis intervention, with emphasis on short-term crisis interviewing and counseling. Course content covers crisis intervention models, some advanced interviewing techniques, and assessment strategies for depression and suicide, sexual and physical abuse, substance abuse, trauma, and abortion. Each student is expected to participate in an applied learning experience in a crisis agency of some kind.

Prerequisite: PSY 338 and PSY 342