School of Education at Johns Hopkins University - Graduate Education Programs:


Counseling At-Risk Youth

Adviser: Dr. Alan Green (Baltimore) at 410-516-7928 and agreen@jhu.edu

The Department of Counseling and Human Services at Johns Hopkins University offers a 15-credit Certificate in Counseling At-Risk Youth. It is available to persons holding at least a master’s degree in counseling or related field. The program provides knowledge and training to work with adolescents and children experiencing family problems and other issues such as alcohol and drug abuse, anxiety, depression, criminality, violence, and suicide. It is intended to empower counselors with the intervention skills necessary to deal with the problems of disruptive youth on a greater level of severity than their original master’s coursework is designed to address.

Course Requirements

The plan of study consists of a minimum of 15 graduate credits (5 courses) to be completed within 3 years. A minimum of a master’s degree in counseling or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required for admission to the program.

Applicants are required to submit a completed application to the School of Education, a detailed resume or curriculum vitae, three letter of recommendation, and a statement of career goals. Eligible applicants will be invited with the admissions committee.

Requirements (9 credits)

Choose one course from the following for a total of 3 credits:

and both of the following courses for a total of 6 credits.

Electives (6 credits)

Chosen with the approval of the adviser.

 

  • 863.572 Counseling At-Risk Youth

    Participants examine information, prevention and intervention techniques, and resources which assist them to work effectively with at-risk youth. Topics considered include suicide, drug abuse, eating disorders, pregnancy, gang membership, and AIDS. (3 credits)

    Prerequisite(s): ED.861.502

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  • 863.571 Counseling Adolescents

    This course provides an overview of the various aspects of adolescent counseling, ranging from adolescent depression, suicide, crisis, drug and alcohol abuse, peer pressure, self-esteem issues, culture, family issues, and developmental themes. Part of the course is dedicated to examining current research on adolescents. The emphasis of the course is on clinical training in group, family, and individual contexts. Relevant ethical and legal issues are addressed.

    Notes: This course must be taken prior to ED.863.820. Master’s students must have completed a minimum of 15 credits before registering for this course. (3 credits)

    Prerequisite(s): ED.861.507 ED.861.503

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  • 863.527 Counseling the Early Adolescent

    Students explore the physical, emotional, and social development of the early adolescent population (ages 10-14) and examine the relationship between development and counseling needs. Students review relevant research; apply individual and group counseling theory and techniques; and explore issues such as self-esteem, peer pressure, sexuality, substance abuse, anger, violence, suicide, and family relationships. Relevant ethical and legal issues are addressed.

    Notes: This course must be taken prior to ED.863.820. Master’s students must have completed a minimum of 15 credits before registering for this course. (3 credits)

    Prerequisite(s): ED.861.507 ED.861.503

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  • 863.603 Couple and Family Therapy

    (Lab Course) Students study the theory and practice of couple and family therapy with an emphasis on models of family development and major approaches to intervention with couples and families. Systemic models of family intervention are emphasized, as well as the study of other historically important and contemporary approaches to couple and family therapy. The course blends didactic and experiential learning.

    Notes: Students are required to attend the two-day laboratory sessions. Laboratory courses and internship classes involve an exploration of personal factors as they contribute to counseling skills and techniques. Master’s students must have completed a minimum of 15 credits before registering for this course . (3 credits)

    Prerequisite(s): ED.861.502

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  • 863.630 Addictions Counseling I: Theory and Approaches

    Students explore the fundamental principles of addictions counseling from a wide range of perspectives. These include the psychopharmacological aspects of alcohol and abusable drugs, along with theories and assessments of addictive disorders. Many treatment models are considered, and are examined in the context of individual, group, and family therapy perspectives. The course also addresses the research literature on codependence, COA's, AA and other 12-step programs, dual diagnosis, relapse, prevention, and multicultural and gender issues. (3 credits)

    Prerequisite(s): ED.861.502 AND ED.861.609

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