Foundations

RESPONSE:  All items under the School Counseling Standards will be addressed by a Standards Table and Standards Matrix. The Standards Table is a list of what standard is particularly addressed in what course.   The Standards Matrix has the specific standards down the vertical axis for reference and an individual list of syllabi across the horizontal axis for reference.  An X is used to mark the spot on the matrix where the Standard is addressed by a specific course.  By hovering on the specific X you will see what specific SLOs are used in this course to address this standard.  The listed syllabi on the horizontal axis and the listed standards on the vertical axis are hyperlinked to the appropriate document showing the details of these items. A. Knowledge

                                 Standards Table and Standards Matrix

1. Knows history, philosophy, and trends in school counseling and educational systems.

2. Understands ethical and legal considerations specifically related to the practice of school counseling.

3. Knows roles, functions, settings, and professional identity of the school counselor in relation to the roles of other professional and support personnel in the school.

4. Knows professional organizations, preparation standards, and credentials that are relevant to the practice of school counseling.

5. Understands current models of school counseling programs (e.g., American School Counselor Association [ASCA] National Model) and their integral relationship to the total educational program.

6. Understands the effects of (a) atypical growth and development, (b) health and wellness, (c) language, (d) ability level, (e) multicultural issues, and (f) factors of resiliency on student learning and development.

7. Understands the operation of the school emergency management plan and the roles and responsibilities of the school counselor during crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events.

B. Skills and Practices

1. Demonstrates the ability to apply and adhere to ethical and legal standards in school counseling.

2. Demonstrates the ability to articulate, model, and advocate for an appropriate school counselor identity and program.