Understanding Research and Evaluation (for MA Counseling Only)   [Archived Catalog]
2018-2019 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Spring Addendum
   

RES 1023 - Understanding Research and Evaluation (for MA Counseling Only)


This course emphasizes competencies in research and evaluation foundational to clinical counseling and psychotherapy. The course introduces inquiry in quantitative and qualitative methods with emphasis on conceptualization, design, basic statistical principles and analysis, and critique of research. The course presents an overview of approaches to research and evaluation, including humanistic, existential, systemic, and alternative paradigms; evidence-based treatment and empirically supported practice; needs and outcomes assessment and program evaluation; and ethical and multicultural issues in research. 3 credit(s)