College of Education. Substance Abuse Counseling Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology

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1 College of Education Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology

2 MSCP GRADUATE Program Overview Mission Objectives Demographics Expected Outcomes and Results Plans for Further Improvement

3 Program Overview MSCP Mission Statement The Program is designed to train substance abuse counselors. This 48-semester-hour program has been tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials. The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to substance abuse counseling, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning.

4 # of Students in MSCP Substance Abuse Counseling Program Location AY AY Dothan, AL 6 7 Montgomery, AL Total Expected Outcome: Over 20 students will be enrolled in this program. Expectation met.

5 Curriculum Committee The purpose of the curriculum committee is to participate in discussions of all curriculum issues involved in core and specialty courses, determine (vote on) these issues, assess and evaluate program progress, implement curriculum changes to insure compliance with and maintain SACS, CACREP (Clinical Mental Health, Community Counseling, School Counseling ), CORE (Rehabilitation Counseling), NCATE & Florida, Georgia, and Alabama Department of Education (School Counseling, School Psychology, School Psychometry) Accreditation, and manage non-accredited programs (Substance Abuse, Corrections Counseling).

6 Curriculum Committee Activity This body met face to face at least twice a year during the 07-08, and academic years (See minutes/notes) and via phone, and videoconferencing between face-to-face meetings (See s). Working with the College of Education Dean, Dr. Lance Tatum, and Associate Deans Dr. Robin Bynum, Dr. Pam Arrington, and Dr. Dianne Gossett, we have successfully earned system wide NCATE accreditation, system wide CORE accreditation and site specific CACREP accreditation at the Southeast Region Sites (Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Panama City, Ft. Walton Beach, Orlando, Pensacola, and Tampa, FL locations) and Dothan (Community and School Counseling) while maintaining CACREP site specific accreditation at Montgomery (School, Community), Troy (School, Community) and Phenix City (School, Community, and Clinical Mental Health).

7 Curriculum Committee Members Faculty by Site and Program: DOTHAN CAMPUS (ALABAMA PROGRAM) Dr. Brian Boehman, School Psychology, School Psychometry Dr. Ginger Mayer, School Counseling Dr. Emma Peden, Rehabilitation Counseling Dr. Chieko Koyoma, Community Counseling, Substance Abuse Dr. Brent Tucker, Community Counseling MONTGOMERY CAMPUS (ALABAMA PROGRAM) Dr. Eddie Clark, Chair, Substance Abuse, Community Counseling Dr. Lynn Boyd, Community Dr. Cozetta Shannon, Rehabilitation Counseling Dr. Kathleen Krach, School Psychology, School Psychometry [Attempting to fill f/t position for School Counseling Faculty]

8 Expected Outcomes & Assessment Methods: (MSCP) EO #1 Content Area Course Assessment Human Growth and development Social and Cultural Foundations Helping Relationships Group Work Career & Life Style Development Appraisal PSY 6668 Human Growth and Development CP 6651 Counseling Diverse Populations CP 6649 Theories of Counseling CP 6610 Facilitation Skills CP 6642 Group Dynamics and Counseling PSY 6635 Vocational and Career Development PSY 6645 Evaluation and Assessment Section C1 of CPCE Section C2 of CPCE Section C3 of CPCE Section C4 of CPCE Section C5 of CPCE Section C6 of CPCE Research & Program Evaluation CP 6691 Research Methodology Section C7 of CPCE Professional Orientation & Ethics CP 6600 Professional Orientation and Ethics Section C8 of CPCE CPCE = Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam

9 Expected Outcomes & Assessment Methods: (MSCP) Expected Outcomes Course(s) Assessment(s) EO #2: Students will demonstrate knowledge of the counseling profession (including history, current roles, trends/issues, functions, professional identity, theory, and facilitative skills). EO #3-A: Students will be able to create a competent research proposal (introduction, literature review, and methodology outline) written in accordance with the latest APA publication standards. EO #3-B: Students will be able to pass the Research Section of the National Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam (CPCE). CP6650 Counseling Practicum CP 6691 Research Methodology After Core Content has been completed and prior to graduation. Practicum Assessment Research Proposal Section C7 of CPCE CPCE = Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam

10 Program Overview During the academic year, 1 student was enrolled in the programs. This students graduated with a Masters of Science degree. Dothan: 1 student; 1 graduated Montgomery: no students

11 Program Overview During the academic year, 5 students were enrolled in the programs. Of these students, 1 graduated with a Masters of Science degree. Dothan: 2 students; 1 graduated Montgomery: 3 students; 0 graduated

12 Program Overview Objectives for : To develop knowledge of the foundations of the counseling profession to include history, current trends/issues, roles, functions, and professional identity. The program is designed to provide students with adequate knowledge of theory, application of counseling skills particularly as it relates to substance abuse, knowledge of both normal and pathological development and behavior, and expertise in treatment planning. To develop knowledge of commonly abused drugs, the physiological and psychological implications related to substance abuse, drug abuse prevention and intervention. To develop knowledge and skills in technology as it is applied to psycho- educational presentations and general counseling, as well as understanding the limitation of technology as it applies to counseling.

13 Program Overview Objectives for (cont): To develop sensitivity and skill in providing counseling services to diverse cultural populations. To develop knowledge and skill in research to include the capacity for being a consumer of research data, and the ability to contribute to program evaluation. To develop sound clinical and ethical judgment and skills. To develop knowledge and skill in consultation and cooperation with other counseling agencies and professionals. To promote counselor accountability and professional credibility. To demonstrate psychological health and the ability to use high levels of self awareness.

14 Expected Outcomes and Results Expected Outcome 1: Students will demonstrate knowledge in eight core areas of counseling. When students near the end of the Community Counseling Program they will be required to complete a comprehensive exam that assesses these eight core knowledge domains. They are as follows: (1)Human Growth and Development (2)Social and Cultural Foundations (3)Helping Relationships (4)Group Work (5)Career and Lifestyle Development (6)Appraisal (7)Research and Program Evaluation (8)Professional Orientation & Ethics The eight core areas will be assessed on a comprehensive examination. Eighty percent of students are expected to pass the comprehensive exam with no more than three attempts.

15 Expected Outcomes and Results Expected Outcome 1: The eight core areas will be assessed on a comprehensive examination. Eighty percent of students are expected to pass the comprehensive exam with no more than three attempts. 100% (N=1) of students passed the CPCE with a score of 65% or better for academic year No students took the CPCE during the academic year. CPCE Assessment Data EO #1 Effectiveness By Location: - AY Location N DATA RESULT Extent Dothan, AL 1 (1) 100% Exceeded Montgomery, AL 1 (1) 100% Exceeded Total 2 (2) 100% Exceeded CPCE = Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam

16 Expected Outcomes and Results Expected Outcome 2: Students will demonstrate knowledge of the counseling profession to include history, current roles, trends/issues, functions, and professional identity as well as theory and facilitative skills. Students will be assessed through Practicum and Internship measures. 100% (N=1) of students passed the Practicum/Internship with a score of 80% or better for academic year No students in the Substance Abuse program completed the Practicum or Internship in academic year Practicum Assessment Data EO #2 Effectiveness By Location: - AY Location N Data Result Extent Dothan, AL 2 (2) 100% Exceeded Montgomery, AL 1 (1) 100% Exceeded Total 3 (3) 100% Exceeded

17 Program Research Objective Expected Outcome 3-A: Upon Completion of the M.S. in Counseling and Psychology, students will be able to create a competent research proposal consisting of an introduction, literature review, and methodology outline, all written in accordance with the latest APA publication standards. Research Proposal Assessment Data EO #3-A Effectiveness By Location AY Location N Data Result Extent Dothan, AL 3 (3) 100% Exceeded Montgomery, AL 0 (0) 0% N/A Total 3 (3) 100% Exceeded

18 Program Research Objective Expected Outcome 3-B: Students will be able to pass the Research Section of the National Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam (CPCE). CPCE Research Assessment Data EO #3-B Effectiveness By Location AY Location N Data Result Extent Dothan, AL 2 (0) 0% Did Not Meet Montgomery, AL 0 (0) 0% N/A Total 2 (0) 0% Did Not Meet CPCE = Counseling Professional Comprehensive Exam

19 Plans for Further Improvement Plans based on student learning outcome data Review of the assessment data shows that student performance on the research section of the CPCE does not meet the stated expected outcome. (EO 3B) During Spring and Summer (2010) the Counseling Curriculum Committee will meet to develop specific plans for improvement. Plans for further improvement will include additional research oriented assignments in core courses, development of an electronic research teaching session for students to review prior to students taking the CPCE (posted on the Counseling LiveText site), and other plans for improvement developed by faculty.