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Catalog: 2011–2012 Catalog Year

Course Descriptions

Counseling and Personal Development (CPD)

Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service Division

CPD 102: Career Exploration

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: none

Acquaints students in choosing a career suitable to them. Involves a systematic approach to making a career choice, covering self-assessment, decision making techniques, and current occupational information. Appropriate for those undecided as to a career direction or who wish more career information prior to focusing their academic studies. Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

CPD 116: Substance Abuse-Fundamental Facts

Units (Credits): 3; Prerequisites: none

Covers topics related to substance abuse in society: identification of substance, reasons for abuse of alcohol and of drugs, signs and symptoms of substance abuse, and approaches and techniques recognized as effective in substance abuse counseling.

CPD 117: Introduction to Counseling

Units (Credits): 3; Prerequisites: none; Recommended: PSY 101

Presents an overview of basic communication and counseling skills and the foundations of the helping relationship. Includes experimental situations such as role playing and group exercises.

CPD 129: Assertiveness Techniques I

Units (Credits): 1–3; Prerequisites: none

Teaches an alternative to being too passive or too aggressive. Students learn skills to become more assertive and communicate effectively. These skills can be used on the job, in relationships, or in any situation with people. Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

CPD 130: Stress Management Techniques I

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: none

Surveys personal lifestyles to identify areas of stress and present ways of coping. Sample alternative methods for stress reduction and develop an individual plan for relief. Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

CPD 131: Anger Management Techniques

Units (Credits): 0.5–1; Prerequisites: none

Acquaints students with techniques and strategies to manage anger in constructive and non-threatening ways. Includes skills in communication and dealing with people in a variety of situations. Note: Non-transferable for an NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.