Introductory Lesson. Counseling and Mental Health

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1 Introductory Lesson Counseling and Mental Health

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3 3 Career and Technical Education (CTE)

4 4 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Definition #1: Career and Technical Education (CTE) instruction aims at developing foundational skills, core workplace competencies, and specific skill competencies in various occupational areas. Definition #2: Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares young people to manage the dual roles of family member and wage earner and enable students to gain entry-level employment in a high-skill, high-wage job and/or to continue their education

5 5 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Internships, practicum courses, career preparation courses, dual enrollment programs, and apprenticeships are a few venues that deliver career and technical education by providing meaningful opportunities for learners to apply their academic and technical skills.

6 6 Career and Technical Education Historical Side Notes: In the past, Career and Technical Education (CTE) was organized by program areas, but is now organized by career clusters. Example: Family and Consumer Sciences (program area) courses are now located in five career clusters: Architecture and Construction (Interior Design courses) Arts, AV Technology and Communication (Fashion Design courses) Education and Training Hospitality and Tourism Human Services

7 7 Career and Technical Education (CTE) You are currently enrolled in the course Counseling and Mental Health Counseling and Mental Health is a CTE course You are a CTE student I am a CTE instructor

8 8 16 Career Clusters

9 9 16 Career Clusters

10 10 Counseling and Mental Health Providing for families and serving human needs The Cluster icon above is used with permission of the State s Career Clusters Initiative, For more information visit

11 Texas Education Agency recommended sequence of courses 11

12 12 Sequence of courses available in our district/campus

13 13 Human Services Programs of Study Consumer Services Counseling and Mental Health Services Early Childhood Development & Services Family and Community Services Personal Care Services

14 14 Human Services Programs of Study Consumer Services Counseling & Mental Health Services Early Childhood Development & Services Family & Community Services Personal Care Services

15 15 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career Cluster Course Title Program of Study Counseling and Mental Health Consumer Services Counseling and Mental Health Services Career Description The Cluster icon above is used with permission of the State s Career Clusters Initiative, For more information visit Providing for families and serving human needs

16 Copyright Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. 16

17 17 Human Services Counseling and Mental Health Services

18 18 Possible Program of Study

19 19 Counselor, Mental Health

20 Counseling & Mental Health Services 20 Cluster Overview: Preparing individuals for employment in career pathways that relate to families and human needs. Career Goal (O*NET Code): Counselor, Mental Health ( ), Marriage and Family Therapist ( ), Rehabilitation ( ), Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder ( ). Student Name: Grade: School: SUGGESTED COURSEWORK EXTENDED LEARNING EXPERIENCES Middle School 8th HS Courses: (Local districts may list high school credit courses here) Curricular Experiences: Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Extracurricular Experiences: Language Immersion Programs Peer Mediation School Newspaper Student Government UIL Academic Competitions Yearbook Core Courses: English I Algebra I Biology World Geography Languages other than English I Physical Education 9th Career-Related Electives: Principles of Human Services High School 11th 10th Core Courses: Career-Related Electives: English II Geometry Chemistry World History Languages other than English II Interpersonal Studies or Child Development or Human Growth and Development Career Learning Experiences: Career Preparation Internship Job Shadowing Service Learning Experiences: Community Service Volunteer FACTS Families First Peer Tutoring / Peer Mentoring STOP the Violence Summer-Camp Counselor Core Courses: English III Algebra II Physics United States History Professional Communications Career-Related Electives: Counseling and Mental Health or Psychology or Languages other than English III COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES -- High School 12th Core Courses: English IV AP Statistics Anatomy & Physiology Government/Economics Fine Arts Students should take Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual credit, Advanced Technical Credit (ATC), or locally articulated courses (Tech Prep), if possible. List those courses that count for college credit on your campus. Career-Related Electives: Practicum in Human Services or Problems and Solutions or Languages other than English IV

21 21 Sample Bachelor Degrees Child Psychology Developmental Psychology Health & Wellness Promotion Human Development & Family Studies Psychology

22 22 Graduate Degrees Allied Health Sciences-Clinical Gerontology Child Psychology Counseling Psychology Developmental Psychology Marriage & Family Therapy Counseling

23 23 Sample Career Options Adult Educator Counseling Aide Rehabilitation Aide Social Service Worker Family Counselor

24 24 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Counseling and Mental Health

25 25 TEKS: Rule-Text Format Knowledge and Skills Statement Student Expectation (3) The student identifies the importance of a wellwritten business plan. The student is expected to: (A) categorize a business plan and the need for a wellorchestrated business plan; (B) research business plan outlines, resources, and templates using web search engines; (C) explain a marketing plan, including price competition, non-price competition, market analysis, competition, marketing research, market segmentation, demographics, and sales forecasting;

26 26 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Introduction to Counseling and Mental Health (1) The student applies mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies in health science. The student is expected to: (A) evaluate the use of verbal and nonverbal language in a variety of mental health situations; (B) explain the nervous system of the human body; (C) identify societal perspectives related to mental health; (D) explain the physiological effects of stress and aging; (E) distinguish the psychological aspects of health and wellness across the life span; (F) identify socioeconomic factors that influence mental health and care; (G) compare social services such as drug dependency rehabilitation centers; and (H) differentiate maladaptive conditions such as paranoia, schizophrenia, and aggression.

27 27 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Introduction to Counseling and Mental Health (2) The student demonstrates verbal and nonverbal communication skills. The student is expected to: (A) interpret verbal and nonverbal messages and adapt communication to the needs of the individual; (B) demonstrate listening skills and techniques to minimize communication barriers; and (C) implement communication skills that are responsive rather than reactive.

28 28 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Introduction to Counseling and Mental Health (3) The student researches career options and the preparation necessary for employment in mental health. The student is expected to: (A) identify career opportunities related to mental health; (B) research the role of the multidisciplinary team; (C) justify the consequences of decisions; (D) demonstrate techniques of peer mediation, problem solving, and negotiation; (E) interpret, transcribe, and communicate mental health vocabulary; and (F) investigate treatment options.

29 29 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Introduction to Counseling and Mental Health (4) The student models the ethical behavior standards and legal responsibilities related to mental health. The student is expected to: (A) display ethical practices and the principles of confidentiality; (B) research and describe legal aspects and issues of malpractice, negligence, and liability; (C) examine designated scope of practice of professionals; (D) recognize client rights and choices and circumstances that alter client rights; (E) dramatize case studies related to client rights and choices; (F) review legislation that affects standards of client care; and (G) describe regulatory agencies such as the Department of State Health Services and Department of Aging and Disability Services.

30 30 TEXAS ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (TEKS) Introduction to Counseling and Mental Health (5) The student maintains a safe environment to prevent hazardous situations. The student is expected to: (A) recognize abusive situations; (B) anticipate and adapt to changing situations; (C) demonstrate appropriate actions in emergency situations; and (D) practice personal and client safety.

31 31 End of Course Project Options- Counseling and Mental Health

32 32 Next Lesson Overview of Counseling and Mental Health

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34 34 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Counseling and Mental Health Consumer Services Counseling and Mental Health Services Providing for families and serving human needs The Cluster icon above is used with permission of the State s Career Clusters Initiative, 2007

35 35 References and Resources AchieveTexas Education initiative designed to prepare students for a lifetime of success. Learning that Works for America Sponsored by The National Association of State Directors of Career Technical Education Consortium (NASDCTEc). Aims to support an innovative CTE system that prepares individuals to succeed in education and their careers. Texas Education Agency Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. The mission of the Texas Education Agency is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students.