This study aimed at gathering information concerning the program and enrollment requisites of counselor education institutions. Questionnaires were sent to all state supervisors of guidance and all counselor education institutions. The results indicate that within three years guidance counselors will be licensed in only seven states. Most…

The data presented are the findings of a survey of counseling psychology graduates from all schools offering doctorates between 1962 and 1967. A stratified sample of 208 graduates was selected. Responses were elicited on such survey items as: (1) the quality and make-up of their doctoral programs; (2) whether or not they are members of APA; (3)…

This study asked a group of 70 rehabilitation leaders to: (1) project the major tasks of the rehabilitation counselor in the future; (2) to comment upon the goals which would guide him; and (3) to speculate on the new settings in which the counselor would work, the kinds of clients he would serve and the types of services he would provide.…

The paper outlines a faculty developed communication skills training lab designed for students in a masters degree program in guidance and counselor education. The communication module, three voluntary, ungraded sessions offered during three of the final six class meetings, focus attention on (1) distinguishing between thinking, feeling, and…

The utility of the discrimination model for counselor training, selection of techniques, and research is in the identification of definitive and measurable client interview behaviors, which may be viewed as "enabling outcomes." Eventually, it is hoped that use of specific counselor verbal response classes will result in predictable changes in the…

The study was designed to determine the effect of T-group experience on an individual's perceived level of personal functioning. An experimental group of eight counselor trainees, who received a T-group experience for an academic quarter, was compared with a control group of eight students, comparable in age and experience who were enrolled in a…

This paper was presented as part of a workshop titled "Preparation of Counselors for the 1970's" at the 1972 Convention of the American Personnel and Guidance Association in Chicago. Rather than a scholarly or technical analysis, the author used the opportunity to speak to several issues believed to be critical in the development of meaningful…

The faculty of the Department of Counselor Education at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, invited members of various Departments of Counselor Education at neighboring universities to discuss the current status of Counselor Education. Topics of concern and interest included present and innovative teaching programs; student, client…

It is suggested that the process of supervision take into consideration the common set of issues that beginning group counselors face and that supervision be an active rather than a reactive process. The article also presents methods for conceptualizing and conducting the practicum for group counselors. (Author)

In order to facilitate a synergistic relationship to the community, the Center for Human Development was established at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. The major purpose of the Center was to initiate adjunct professional experiences to assist the training of graduate students in counseling and guidance. Results are discussed. (Author)

This study evaluated an intensive interpersonal communication training method for nonspecifically trained vocational rehabilitation counselors who were enrolled in a work-study program. The results indicate that the intensive interpersonal communication training method is an effective way to increase the participants' communication functioning…

This five-year review of research on practicum supervision examines research findings and research designs. Modeling techniques have been used effectively in practicum, didactic approaches have been more effective than experiential approaches, and audio-tape procedures in training were as effective as videotape techniques. (Author)

Written for those who will educate future counselors and psychotherapists, this book marks out a vision for counselor and psychotherapist training for the postmodern era. The book details specific practices that are grounded in constructivist and developmental principles including approaches to classroom instruction, field supervision, curriculum,…

This document addresses video production as it relates to counselor education. Groundwork for infusing video production technology is covered, including the video production process, equipment, computer technology that assists in production, video editing, and final production. In addition, three important formats will be discussed. First is the…

Interactive training approaches are used in industry and business for on-demand and compulsory training. However, use by counselor educators has been slow in developing this potential area of growth. Given current technologies, uses for interactive, easily created materials can become an important addition to the training of professional…