Trauma Impact and Counseling



Argosy UniversityCOURSE SYLLABUSTrauma Impact and CounselingPC6803Faculty InformationFaculty Name: Campus: Argosy University. Salt Lake CityContact Information: Any Office Hours: Short Faculty Bio: Course description: Trauma Impact and Counseling3 credit hoursThis course addresses the impact of crises, disasters, sexual assault and other trauma-causing events on individuals and communities, as well as the treatment of trauma related disorders. Trauma is examined through the impact on the brain regions, impact on memory, variations of emotional regulation and somatic responses. The course will also address operations of an emergency management systems within clinical mental health agencies and in the community. Attention is also given to vicarious traumatization and caring for the caregiver.Course Pre-requisites: NoneRequired Textbook: Van der Kolk, B. A., McFarlane, A. C., & Weisaeth, L. eds. (2007). Traumatic stress: The effects of overwhelming experience on mind, body, and society. New York: The Guilford Press. ISBN-10. 1-57230-457-XSuggested Texts: (I highly suggest you purchase these for your own reference). Herman, J. L. (1997). Trauma and recovery: The aftermath of violence—from domestic abuse to political terror. New York: Basic Books. ISBN: 0465087302.Courtois, C. A., Ford, J. D. eds. (2009). Treating complex traumatic stress disorders: An evidence-based guide. New York: The Guilford Press. ISBN: 1606230395. Course length: 8 Weeks. Start date: 1/10/2011 End Date: 3/2/2011Live class dates: Thursdays: 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24. Start time: 6 pm to 10 pm. Argosy Attendance Policy: Argosy policy indicates that you must be present for all live class dates to get course credit. If you miss eight hours or more, it is an automatic fail. If you are going to be late to class, please contact me to let me know. Talk to me personally if you are going to miss any portion of live class dates. Online Attendance: This is a hybrid course, meaning that you must complete online work and live class work. You MUST login multiple times every week to in order to achieve attendance credit. It is good practice to check in online every day to see if there are any changes in assignments, updates to your corrected assignments, or responses from your classmate discussions. Stay on task and you will do well. Course Grading: To achieve a passing grade in this class, it is important for you to stay on task and turn all your work in on-time. Assignments will receive a ten percent deduction for every 24 hours it is late. If an assignment is turned in four days late, it will be an automatic fail. This is Argosy University policy. Therefore, the key is to follow assignment directions and turn them in on-time. Use of Technology in Class: I request that all cell phones be silenced for the live classes. If you have an emergency, feel free to leave the classroom so as to not disrupt the learning environment. Also, the use of laptops for note taking and writing is encouraged, however, internet browsing is highly discouraged and unacceptable. Credit Value: 3.0Conceptual Framework: The mission of Argosy University’s education unit is to support and challenge educational scholar-practitioners to demonstrate (1) professional competence, (2) personal growth and interpersonal effectiveness (3) within diverse environments. As such, learning community practices reflect (4) awareness of social issues, commitment to social justice, and (3) responsiveness to all facets of a pluralistic society (2) to effect positive change in the lives of candidates and students.Program Outcomes (to be accomplished during your educational journey):Cognitive AbilitiesCritical Thinking - Given a counseling issue, employ skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to respond to the rmation Literacy - Given a research question related to counseling, access information from a variety of sources and select appropriate sources to respond to the question. ResearchUnderstanding Research Methods – Given an article about research findings in the field of Counseling from a scholarly journal, identify the research methods used and the findings of the article.Identifying Research Methods – Identify the appropriate statistical tools and basic research methods, including research design, data analysis, and munication SkillsOral - Effectively present counseling concepts orally as appropriate to the audience.Written - Effectively present psychological information, in writing, using software and style appropriate to the audience.Ethics/DiversityEthics - Identify the issues and challenges related to ethics in the field of Counseling.Diversity - Identify the issues and challenges related to diversity Knowledge of the FieldFoundations – Recognize the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, applications, and historical trends in Counseling.Knowledge of Applied PsychologyApply psychological principles to personal, social, and/or organizational issues.7. Interpersonal Effectiveness Students will develop and improve positive relationship skills via effective communication, respect for others, appreciation of diversity and cultural sensitivity, and awareness of their impact on others. 7.1 Apply active listening communication skills in interpersonal and organizational scenarios to establish empathetic, collegial relationships that facilitate consensus building in working toward common goals and are appreciative of diversity and culture.7.2 Analyze the importance of effective nonverbal communication skills in developing strong interpersonal and organizational relationships that are culturally sensitive and respectful of diversity.7. 3 Solicit and utilize feedback to develop adaptable strategies of facilitating dynamic interpersonal and organizational relationships.7. 4 Analyze the impact of technological advances on communication within interpersonal and organizational relationships.7. 5 Utilize effective communication and relationship skills in order to promote the growth of others and effect change: Learning Outcome: The primary goal for the course is for students to have a conceptual and practical idea of understanding the impact of crises, disasters, and other trauma-causing events on people; understanding the operation of an emergency management system within clinical mental health agencies and in the community; understanding the principles of crisis intervention for people during crises,disasters, and other trauma-causing events; and knowing the principles, models, and documentation formats of biopsychosocial case conceptualization and treatment planning (CACREP Standards, 2009).LASA: Learning Assessment System Assignment (LASA) field experiences and assignments are required components of this course and may not be deleted nor modified in any way. All professors teaching this course must assign the LASAs. All students taking this course must complete the assigned LASAs. Data resulting from the LASAs must be entered into the assessment system. The LASA and their assessments are below.(PLEASE NOTE: The LASA rubric that corresponds to this syllabus is separate word document. To access this corresponding LASA rubric, please search “LASA RUBRIC” in the ACA SYLLABUS CLEARINGHOUSE search box. )In class presentation (100 pts): For the second and third live classes, students will be required to create small groups and prepare a presentation on trauma. The three possible subjects are as follows: 1. Trauma and Biology (suggest studying Van der Kolk information or ACE Study); 2. Developmental Trauma; 3. Trauma and Differential Diagnostics. The presentation must be a minimum of 20 minutes, include audio and/or video or multimedia props, classroom participation, equal group member participation, and handouts that include scholarly references. 100 points possible. 25 points for content; 25 points for content development (i.e. content and how well it is prepared and organized); 25 points for participation activities; and 25 points for utilization of scholarly references. In-class participation (25 pts X 6): Class participation is necessary for this course. Be present for all live-classes. Syllabus TableModuleTopicsReading AssignmentsAssignments and Activities Module 1 Trauma Background Issues and History. Van der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part I (Ch. 1-3). D1: Provide a biographical sketch that includes, but is not limited to, your expectations for the course and personal characteristics and insights that will be beneficial to the study of trauma and treatment.? (500 Words). Due 1/11 by 11:59 p.m.D2: These first chapters discuss the study of trauma, trauma in culture, and trauma and society. In a minimum of 500 words, discuss what the trauma symptoms are, how they may appear differently in cultures, and how trauma effects society. Respond to at least two of your classmates. 25 points. Due 1/16 by 11:59 pmModule2Acute Reactions to TraumaVan der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part II. (Ch. 4-5)D1: Discuss the possible predictors to how an individual will respond to stress or traumatic stress and what the possible reactions can be (500 words. 25 pts.). Due 1/23 by 11:59 pm.Module 3Adaptations to TraumaVan der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part III. (Ch. 6, 7, 10, & 11). D1: Compare and contrast the ideas of trauma as a stress disorder and anxiety disorder and include your own opinion of what it is. (250 words. 12 pts.). Due 1/26 by 11:59 pm.D2: An event is usually considered traumatic due to its capacity to create fear and an intense sense of threat. How might a situation that was once ambiguous or safe become traumatic for an individual? Analyze this in 250 words or more (13 pts.). Due 1/30 at 11:59 pm.Module4Memory: Mechanisms and ProcessesVan der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part IV. (Ch. 12, 13).D1: Analyze why traumatic memories are considered to be controversial issues in psychiatry. Remember to include information regarding the mechanisms and processes of traumatic memories and how dissociation affects memories (500 words. 25 pts.). Due 2/6 by 11:59 pm.D2: Reflecting on the presentation that we had with the EOD Specialists, what were some of your clinical observations with them? I.e. What kinds of behaviors did you see that might be indicative of a diagnosable problem? Think back on body language, reactions to one-another, facial expressions, voice tone, posture, conversation topics they discussed or didn't discuss, etc. (250 words minimum. 13 pts). Due 2/6 by 11:59 pm. Module5Developmental, Social, and Cultural IssuesVan der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part V. (Ch. 14-17).D1: Discuss how trauma affects childhood, adolescent, adult, and social development (500 words. 25 pts.). Due 2/13 by 11:59 pm.Module6TreatmentVan der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part VI. (Ch. 18, 20,21, 22). D1: Use the textbook information in these chapters and at least one scholarly article for this assignment. Identify and analyze trauma-resolution techniques and preventive measures for PTSD. Which technique(s)/method(s) are the most effective and why? (500 words. 25 pts). Due 2/20 by 11:59 pm. 7Treatment (Part II).Van der Kolk, McFarlane & Weisaeth, 2007. Part VI. (Ch. 23, 24, 25). D1: Analyze what kind of effect the therapeutic relationship and therapeutic environment have on treating PTSD (500 words. 25 pts.). Due 2/27 by 11:59 pm. 8FINAL PROJECT Turn in the LASA assignment. D1: What have you learned from this course that will help you as a clinician? What more would you like to have learned? How has this course affected you as a clinician? (10 pts). Due 2/28 by 11:59 pm. LASA assignment is due the final day of the course at 11:59 p.m.. Grading CriteriaGrading ScaleGrading PointsA100 – 93 %A-92 – 90 %B+89 – 88 %B87 – 83 %B-82 – 80 %C+79 – 78 %C77 – 73 %C-72 – 70 %F59 and belowClass participation150Discussions175LASA120Presentation100Academic PoliciesAcademic Dishonesty/Plagiarism: In an effort to foster a spirit of honesty and integrity during the learning process, Argosy University requires that the submission of all course assignments represent the original work produced by that student. All sources must be documented through normal scholarly references/citations and all work must be submitted using the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 6th Edition (2009). Washington DC: American Psychological Association (APA) format. Please refer to Appendix A in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 6th Edition for thesis and paper format. Students are encouraged to purchase this manual (required in some courses) and become familiar with its content as well as consult the Argosy University catalog for further information regarding academic dishonesty and plagiarism. Scholarly writing: The faculty at Argosy University is dedicated to providing a learning environment that supports scholarly and ethical writing, free from academic dishonesty and plagiarism. This includes the proper and appropriate referencing of all sources. You may be asked to submit your course assignments through “Turnitin,” (), an online resource established to help educators develop writing/research skills and detect potential cases of academic dishonesty. Turnitin compares submitted papers to billions of pages of content and provides a comparison report to your instructor. This comparison detects papers that share common information and duplicative language. Americans with Disabilities Act PolicyIt is the policy of Argosy University to make reasonable accommodations for qualified students with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If a student with disabilities needs accommodations, the student must notify the Director of Student Services. Procedures for documenting student disability and the development of reasonable accommodations will be provided to the student upon request. Students will be notified by the Director of Student Services when each request for accommodation is approved or denied in writing via a designated form.? To receive accommodation in class, it is the student’s responsibility to present the form (at his or her discretion) to the instructor.? In an effort to protect student privacy, the Department of Student Services will not discuss the accommodation needs of any student with instructors. Faculty may not make accommodations for individuals who have not been approved in this manner.The Argosy University Statement Regarding DiversityArgosy University prepares students to serve populations with diverse social, ethnic, economic, and educational experiences. Both the academic and training curricula are designed to provide an environment in which students can develop the skills and attitudes essential to working with people from a wide range of backgrounds. ................
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