This undergraduate minor allows student to develop effective communication skills that are integral to all types of interaction. The ability to conceptualize the perspective of others and the challenges they face will be valuable in professional and personal settings. This 15-credit minor prepares students to interact with others, recognize and appreciate their strengths and assist them in formulating appropriate solutions.

Completion of this minor will allow students to demonstrate knowledge, awareness and skills to access resources and become an effective professional in your field. Through coursework and practice, students will improve their  interpersonal communication and advanced listening skills. This program provides instruction to help students become more attentive to multicultural and social justice issues that impact the lives of others.

Required

• EDUC-G 206 Introduction to Counseling Psychology (3 cr.)

Select one of the following:

• EDUC-G 203 Communication for Youth Serving Professionals (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 204 Asian American Mental Health (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 207 Introduction to Sport Psychology and Athlete Mental Health (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 208 Prevention of Adolescent Risk Behavior (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 272 Introduction to Sexuality Counseling (3 cr.)

Select three of the following:

• EDUC-G 302 Counseling with Youth (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 310 Additions Counseling (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 332 Group Facilitation Skills (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 352 Counseling for Career Issues (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 355 Positive Psychology (3 cr.)
• EDUC-G 375 Multicultural Skills (3 cr.)