Online · School of Behavioral Sciences · Psychology

Christian Counseling for Children

CCOU-302

CG Section 8WK 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 Modified 12/12/2022  Course Description

This course introduces the student to the challenges, developmental milestones, and crises that are a part of successfully navigating the span of years from childhood through adolescence. It further prepares the student to engage and retain the theories and techniques necessary for assisting children and adolescents with these challenges on their way to a healthy lifestyle.

Requisites

For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog (https://catalog.liberty.edu/).

 Rationale

There is arguably no other series of years in one’s lifespan that hold as much challenge with milestones as those found in childhood and adolescence. The need to be able to intervene strategically, knowledgeably, and appropriately in the lives of young people requires an understanding of the theories and techniques most likely to return a young person to a state of homeostasis (balance) in his or her life.

 Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

A. Understand how brain development in children, including stress, attachment and integration can affect a child’s optimal functioning socially, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

B. Distinguish the unique challenges facing children and youth due to the social issues of divorce, blended families, grief and loss, sexuality, and addictions.

C. Identify interventions for successfully resolving cases of abuse, trauma, and the more commonly diagnosed mental health issues of childhood and adolescence.

D. List the ethical considerations when working with children and youth, as well as personal challenges that may exist when working with this population.

E. Research common problems among children and adolescents today, including definitions, causes, effects, and current treatment modalities while integrating the course material.

 Course Resources

Click on the following link to view the required resource(s) for the term in which you are registered: Liberty University Online Bookstore (https://bncvirtual.com/liberty).

Additional Materials for Learning

A. Computer with basic audio/video output equipment

B. Internet access (broadband recommended)

C. Canvas recommended browsers (https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-the-browser-and-

computer-requirements-for-Canvas/ta-p/66)

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D. Microsoft Word

E. Videos embedded into the course

F. APA formatting information: Undergraduate courses will use the Student Paper Standards; graduate and doctoral level courses

should use the Professional Paper Standards. (See Section 2.1-2.2, APA Publishing Manual, 7th

Edition. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/liberty.edu?url=http%3A%2F%2FAPAStyleCENTRAL.apa.org (https://go.openathens.net/redirector/liberty.edu?url=http%3A%2F%2FAPAStyleCENTRAL.apa.org)

 Course Assignments

Textbook readings and lecture presentations Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations (https://www.liberty.edu/institutional-effectiveness/student- expectations/), the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (4)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to a provided prompt for each discussion. Each thread must be at least 250 words and contain at least 2 citations in current APA format. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 2 other classmates’ threads. Replies must be at least 100 words and incorporate at least 1 citation. Acceptable sources include the textbook, the Bible, and lectures. Note that the final Discussion is self-reflective and does not require citations or references. (CLOs: A, B, C, D)

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

The student will choose from a list of research topics and submit a Research Paper: Proposal Assignment of at least 250 words. The proposal will provide a brief summary of the topic chosen for the Research Paper Assignment. The Research Paper: Proposal Assignment must include a title page and at least 1 reference in current APA format. (CLOs: E).

Reflection Paper Assignment

The student will write a 500–750-word personal Reflection Paper in current APA format based on the Siegel and Bryson textbook. The Reflection Paper Assignment will contain a title page and must incorporate at least 3 citations from the textbook. (CLOs: A, D)

Research Paper: Annotated Bibliography Assignment

The student will submit an Research Paper: Annotated Bibliography Assignment in preparation for the Research Paper Assignment. Each annotation must provide a 2–3-sentence summary for each source in current APA format. The Research Paper: Annotated Bibliography Assignment must include at least 5 scholarly sources in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLOs: E)

Research Paper Assignment

The student will write an 8–10-page research-based paper in current APA format that focuses on a topic in the field of child counseling. The paper must include a title page and reference page in addition to the 8–10-page body of the paper. The paper must contain at least 5 scholarly references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLOs: A,B,C,D,E)

Quizzes (8)

Each quiz will cover the Learn material and some presentations (see course content for details) for the assigned module/week. Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes, contain 20 multiple-choice questions, T/F questions, and have a 1-hour time limit. (CLOs: A,B,C,D)

 Course Grading

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Discussions (4 at 60 pts ea) 240

60

Reflection Paper Assignment 100

80

Research Paper Assignment 200

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment

Research Paper: Annotated Bibliography Assignment

Quizzes (8 at 40 pts ea)

320

Total 1010

10

 Course Policies

Course Requirements Checklist

Academic Misconduct

Academic misconduct is strictly prohibited. See The Graduate Catalog for specific definitions, penalties, and processes concerning Honor Code and FN Policies for reporting.

Drop/Add Policies

The student is obliged to follow the drop/add policies identified in the graduate catalog.

Student Conduct Policy

The student is expected to conduct himself/herself in a godly and civil manner when addressing the instructor or other students. While good healthy discussion will be expected and encouraged, at no time will personal attacks be tolerated.

Communications

Students are expected to communicate in a professional manner at all times with classmates, faculty, or LU employees. Because writing is a limited form of communication, it is more easily misinterpreted than face-to-face. Therefore, written communications should be courteous and well thought out to avoid offense. If any offense is perceived, the offender should be alerted first and privately. Reconciliation is the goal, but if it does not happen, the offended may then involve the instructor. Personal messages are not appropriate for posting in Blackboard. The student’s Liberty email account will be used for all email communications. Announcements from the instructor or University may be posted in Blackboard.

Dual Relationships

The faculty is responsible to interact with counseling students in a supervisory capacity/role. As such, faculty may provide students professional principles, guidance, and recommendations as it relates to the context of the student-client setting. The faculty is responsible to avoid dual relationships with students such as entering a student-counselor or student-pastor relationship. Thus, the faculty does not provide personal counseling addressing student personal problems. If a faculty member perceives that a student is in need of personal or professional counseling then that faculty member will recommend that the student pursue either pastoral or professional assistance from a counselor in their community.

Limits of Confidentiality

In the event of a student’s disclosure, either verbally, or in writing, of either threat of serious or foreseeable harm to self or others, abuse or neglect of a minor, elderly or disabled person, or current involvement in criminal activity, the faculty, staff, administrator or

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supervisor, will take immediate action. This action may include, but is not limited to, immediate notification of appropriate state law enforcement or social services personnel, emergency contacts, and notification of the appropriate program chair or distance learning dean. The incident and action taken will become part of the student’s permanent record.

 Policies

Late Assignment Policy

Course Assignments, including discussions, exams, and other graded assignments, should be submitted on time.

If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must contact the instructor immediately by email. Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the instructor will receive the following deductions:

1. Late assignments submitted within one week after the due date will receive up to a 10% deduction.

2. Assignments submitted more than one week and less than 2 weeks late will receive up to a 20% deduction.

3. Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the course will not be accepted outside of special

circumstances (e.g. death in the family, significant personal health issues), which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by

the instructor.

4. Group projects, including group discussion threads and/or replies, and assignments will not be accepted after the due date

outside of special circumstances (e.g. death in the family, significant personal health issues), which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the instructor.

Disability Assistance

Students with a disability and those with medical conditions associated with pregnancy may contact Liberty University’s Online Office of Disability Accommodation Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu for accommodations. Such accommodations require appropriate documentation of your condition. For more information about ODAS and the accommodations process, including how to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-accommodation- support/ (https://www.liberty.edu/online/online-disability-accommodation-support/). Requests for accommodations not related to disabilities or pregnancy must be directed to the Registrar’s Office, which generally handles medical needs support.

If you have a complaint related to disability discrimination or an accommodation that was not provided, you may contact ODAS or the Office of Equity and Compliance by phone at (434) 592-4999 or by email at equityandcompliance@liberty.edu. Click to see a full copy of Liberty’s Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct Policy (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Liberty+University+Discrimination,+Harassment,+and+Sexual+Misconduct+Policy) or

the Student Disability Grievance Policy and Procedures (https://www.liberty.edu/disability-support/wp- content/uploads/sites/106/2022/01/Disability-Grievance-Procedures.pdf).

Course Attendance

In an effort to comply with U.S. Department of Education policies, attendance is measured by physical class attendance or any submission of a required assignment within the enrollment dates of the course (such as examinations, written papers or projects, any discussion posts, etc.) or initiating any communication with one’s professor regarding an academic subject. More information regarding the attendance policy (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Online+Attendance+and+Non-Attendance) can be found in the Academic Course Catalogs (https://www.liberty.edu/academics/course-catalogs/). Regular attendance in online courses is expected throughout the length of the term. Students who do not attend within the first week of a sub-term by submitting a required academic assignment (such as the Course Requirements Checklist, an examination, written paper or project, discussion post, or other academic activity) will be dropped from the course. Students who wish to re-engage in the course are encouraged to contact Academic Advising to discuss their enrollment options. Students who begin an online course, but at some point in the semester cease attending, and do not provide official notification to withdraw, will be assigned a grade of “FN” (Failure for Non- Attendance (https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Unofficial+Withdrawals)). Students wishing to withdraw from courses after the official start date should familiarize themselves with the withdrawal policy.

Grading Scale

                    ABCDF

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  900-1010 800-899 700-799 600-699 0-599

 For courses with a Pass/NP final grade, please refer to the Course Grading section of this syllabus for the assignment requirements and/or point value required to earn a Passing final grade.

Add/Drop Policy

The full policy statement and procedures are published in the Policy Directory

(https://wiki.os.liberty.edu/display/IE/Dropping+and+Adding+Online+Classes). Honor Code

Liberty University comprises a network of students, Alumni, faculty, staff and supporters that together form a Christian community based upon the truth of the Bible. This truth defines our foundational principles, from our Doctrinal Statement to the Code of Honor. These principles irrevocably align Liberty University’s operational procedures with the long tradition of university culture, which remains distinctively Christian, designed to preserve and advance truth. Our desire is to create a safe, comfortable environment within our community of learning, and we extend our academic and spiritual resources to all of our students with the goal of fostering academic maturity, spiritual growth and character development.

Communities are predicated on shared values and goals. The Code of Honor, an expression of the values from which our Doctrinal Statement was born, defines the fundamental principles by which our community exists. At the core of this code lie two essential concepts: a belief in the significance of all individuals, and a reliance on the existence of objective truth.

While we acknowledge that some may disagree with various elements of the Code of Honor, we maintain the expectation that our students will commit to respect and uphold the Code while enrolled at Liberty University.

Adherence to the principles and concepts established within facilitates the success of our students and strengthens the Liberty community.

The Code of Honor can be viewed in its entirety at https://www.liberty.edu/students/honor-code/ (https://www.liberty.edu/students/honor-code/).

 Schedule

    When Topic Notes

Technology Integration Set-Up VitalSource Student Resources

   Course Overview Student Acknowledgements Course Requirements Checklist

          Module 1: Week 1

Learn

Read: 2 items Watch: 2 items

   Apply

Discussion: Most Interesting Topic Quiz: Brain Development

    Module 2: Week 2

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 3 items

   Apply

Research Paper: Proposal Assignment Quiz: Integrating the Brain

  Module 3: Week 3

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

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    When Topic Notes

   Apply

Reflection Paper Assignment Quiz: Integration Self and Others

    Module 4: Week 4

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 3 items

   Apply

Research Paper: Annotated Bibliography Assignment Quiz: Loving your Children and Sexual Development

    Module 5: Week 5

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 2 items

   Apply

Discussion: Divorce and Children Quiz: Healthy Love for Children

    Module 6: Week 6

Learn

Read: 4 items Watch: 7 items

   Apply

Discussion: ADHD Understanding

Quiz: Overprotecting, Overindulging, Overcontrolling and ADHD Understanding

    Module 7: Week 7

Learn

Read: 3 items Watch: 1 item

   Apply

Research Paper Assignment

Quiz: Connection, Closeness and Emotion Coaching

    Module 8: Week 8

Learn

Read: 2 items Watch: 4 items

 Apply

Discussion: Challenges in Working with Children

Quiz: Discipline and Challenges in Working with Children

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