PSYC 655 School Consult & Curr Design

This course addresses theories, models, and processes of consultation, including collaborative, consultee-centered, mental health, behavioral, and instructional consultation. Functional assessment of behavior and positive behavioral supports; direct and indirect interventions with individuals and groups; strategies for crisis prevention and management; systems-level consultation; and program evaluation will be explored. The role of the educational specialist (i.e., school counselor and school psychologist) within the school system are reviewed. Methods of collaboration among school-based professionals, with families, and with community agencies are emphasized.