SPY 544 Theory and Practice of Consultation

This is the first course in a three-term sequence examining theories and practices of school-based consultation. Over the course of three terms, candidates explore school based consultation models, the role of consultation in prevention, intervention, social justice, and problem solving. Through lectures and field activities, candidates will acquire and practice consultation skills in a school setting. In the first course of the sequence, the focus will be on collaborative problem-identification and the beginning stages of problem solving. Candidates will exit this course with a thorough understanding of the problem solving process, and, more importantly, how this process can be used to successfully address student concerns through consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators. Candidates are expected to participate in ongoing group and individual university-based supervision in conjunction with this course. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the Ed.S. or Ed. D. School Psychology Program. Co-requisite(s): This course must be taken concurrently with SPY 565. 3 semester hours