Overview and Methodology

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1 Counseling Program Survey

2 Overview and Methodology The 2013 Counseling Program Survey was conducted during the fall 2013 academic term. The survey sought to understand program perspectives from the vantage point of current students, recent graduates as well as supervisors and employers who have recently supervised a Drake Counseling Student near the end of the program or hired a recent graduate. A brief set of questions was developed using a combination published of survey items from CACREP counseling programs and the program objectives of the program at Drake University. An online survey was developed and distributed to prospective respondents. All current students were invited to complete the survey. The survey was distributed through the Counseling Program listserv and students were encouraged to complete the survey by their course instructors. No personally identifiable information was collected in the survey. A total of 50 responses were received, resulting in a 46% response rate. Supervisors and employers who had either had an intern or hired a student from the spring of 2012 through the summer of 2013 were invited by to complete the survey. A total of 47 employers and supervisors were invited to complete the survey. Twenty-seven individuals responded resulting in a 57% response rate. The survey also sought to capture feedback from graduates. The University does not have an effective method to capture student contact information making this aspect of the survey more challenging. Many graduates remain connected through the program listserv and thus were invited to complete the survey through this broad invitation. Program faculty also individually invited graduates with whom they maintain contact. A total of 26 graduates completed the survey. Given the invitation strategy it is not possible to calculate a response rate for this group. Survey items and responses are presented in the remainder of this report. 2

3 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who have an understanding of current counseling theories and techniques and their application. 31% Strongly 61% 23% Strongly 73% 50% 42% Strongly 3

4 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who have an understanding of human growth and developmental and its impact on psychological well-being. 58% 38% Strongly 27% Strongly 65% 4 4 Strongly Strongly 4

5 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who have an understanding of the process of collection, analysis, and utilization of data in decision-making. 5 42% Strongly 19% 19% Strongly 62% 10% 6% 33% Strongly 51% 5

6 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who have an understanding of methods for helping all students/clients recognize and utilize their personal career interests, aptitudes, and preferences. 8% 46% 46% Strongly 2 Strongly 72% 5 42% Strongly 6

7 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who have an understanding of multicultural counseling issues, including ability levels, ses, gender, sexual identity and other effects on human development. 31% Strongly 65% 8% 3 Strongly 5 2% 36% Strongly 58% 7

8 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who demonstrate the ability to apply and adhere to ethical and legal standards. 4 52% Strongly 50% 42% Strongly Strongly 2% 2% 48% 48% Strongly 8

9 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with students/clients, families, teachers, and other counseling professionals. 36% 60% Strongly 8% 31% Strongly 57% 4 48% Strongly 9

10 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who demonstrate the ability to recognize their own limitations as a counselor and seek supervision or refer students/clients when appropriate. 31% 61% Strongly 8% 23% Strongly 69% 8% 43% Strongly 45% 10

11 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional counselors who demonstrate the ability to provide effective individual and group counseling. 12% 38% Strongly 46% 32% Strongly 6 2% 6% 50% 42% Strongly 11

12 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional school counselors who believe in and are committed to the belief that all students can learn. 6% 35% 59% Strongly 7% 53% 40% Strongly 13% 37% 46% Strongly 12

13 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional school counselors who demonstrate the ability to promote, develop, and enhance effective teamwork within the school and the larger community. 18% 47% Strongly 35% 20% Strongly 80% 13% 37% Strongly 46% 13

14 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional school counselors who demonstrate the ability to conduct programs designed to enhance student academic development. 12% 35% Strongly 53% 21% 36% Strongly 43% 13% 12% 29% Strongly 46% 14

15 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional school counselors who demonstrate the ability to advocate for the academic, career, and personal/social development of students. 6% 4 50% Strongly 7% 27% Strongly 66% 13% 33% Strongly 50% 15

16 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional mental health counselors who demonstrate the ability to implement individual and group counseling strategies. 2 41% Strongly 35% 8% 31% Strongly 61% 8% 50% 42% Strongly 16

17 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional mental health counselors who demonstrate the ability to identify and diagnose (when appropriate) mental health disorders that are impacting daily functioning. 12% 35% Strongly 53% 23% 15% Strongly 62% 8% 28% Strongly 60% 17

18 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional mental health counselors who demonstrate the ability to develop evidence based treatment plans. 18% 29% Strongly 53% 8% 31% Strongly 61% 12% 2 Strongly 60% 18

19 The Drake Counseling Program prepares professional mental health counselors who demonstrate the ability to work with a diverse range of clients. 12% 41% Strongly 47% 36% Strongly 56% 15% 39% Strongly 46% 19