College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences 2015-2016 Catalog

247 children. Typical versus atypical developmental progress, as well as factors that threaten to impede typical development will be addressed. This course will also emphasize cultural competence when working with children and families in a collaborative context. (3 credits) HSDD 5230: Interventions in Child Life This course will introduce students to theories and intervention techniques that help children and families cope with stress from hospitalization or other life events that disrupt normal development. Strategies to assist with issues such as pain management; adjustment to chronic illness and long-term hospitalization; and adherence to medication management and routine medical care will be covered. Students will learn to assess and implement developmentally appropriate interventions, based on empirical data, to create individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team. The central role of play therapy in child life services will be emphasized, along with the provision of a safe, therapeutic and healing environment. (Prerequisite: HSDD 5210) (3 credits) HSDD 5240: Professional Issues in Child Life This course will provide students with training necessary to identify and manage ethical and professional issues within an interdisciplinary approach in clinical and research settings. It will emphasize knowledge and understanding of the official documents of the Child Life Council (CLC) including the Code of Ethical Responsibility, Child Life Competencies and Standards of Clinical Practice, the child life mission, values and vision statements, and the Code of Professional Practice. Students will also develop the ability to evaluate child life services and make recommendations for program improvement. As part of this course, teaching and supervision of students and volunteers will be addressed. (Prerequisite: HSDD 5210) (3 credits) HSDD 5250: Child Life Practicum I Students will be required to successfully complete a specified number hours of child life clinical experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist who meets specific qualifications at an approved setting. During that time, the students will be expected to increase their competence in the areas of basic interviewing, assessment, and intervention skills. Furthermore, integration of ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in child life service delivery will be addressed. Best practice and conflict resolution issues will also be incorporated. (Prerequisite: HSDD 5210, HSDD 5230) (3 credits) HSDD 5260: Child Life Practicum II Students will be required to successfully complete a specified number hours of child life clinical experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist who meets specific qualifications at an approved setting. During that time, the students will be expected to increase their competence in the areas of basic interviewing, assessment, and intervention skills. Furthermore, integration of ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in child life service delivery will be addressed. Best practice and conflict resolution issues will also be incorporated. (Prerequisite: HSDD 5210, HSDD 5230, HSDD 5250) (3 credits) M.S. in Family Therapy SFTM 5036 – Infant Mental Health This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the growing field of infant mental health. Emphasis will be placed on clinical assessment, and treatment of mental health issues among infants and their caregivers within the contexts of social, cultural, and family systems. This course is a preparation for those who may wish to