Graduate Certificate in Adlerian Studies
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A 12-credit program developed and offered by the Department of Counseling
Learn how the principles and methods of Adlerian Psychology can be used
in counseling, psychology, education, administration, business, criminal justice,and
social work.
Program Description
The graduate certificate program in Adlerian studies allows professionals from various disciplines to learn how the principles and methods of Adlerian Psychology (also known as Individual Psychology) can be used in their areas of expertise such as: counseling, psychology, education, administration, business, criminal justice, and social work. Alfred Adler’s contributions to the field are based on the need to understand individuals within their social context. Mutual respect, social equality, holism, cooperation, lifestyle, purposive behavior, goal orientation, encouragement, family constellation, and social interest, are just some of the principles. In each course the instructor will present the major concepts related to the course topic and students will be involved in experiential activities that will allow them to apply the principles in their own settings and disciplines. The interdisciplinary makeup of the classes will provide an enriching learning experience and represent the current inter-professional work environment.
Certificate Requirements
Students will complete a minimum of 12 credits with at least a 3.00 GPA to satisfy the requirements for a graduate certificate in Adlerian studies. The courses will be offered in one, two, and three credit modules in a variety of configurations: weekend courses, condensed semesters, and traditional formats. The first course in each student‘s program is a one credit Introduction to Adlerian Psychology module. All courses, with the exception of Adlerian Clinical Counseling, are offered to individuals with the above referenced (or related) degrees. A prerequisite for the Adlerian Clinical Counseling course is a masters in a clinical discipline (counseling, psychology, social work) or significant progress toward such degree, as determined by the instructor.
Program Coordinator/Instructor
The Program Coordinator and Instructor is Dr. Becky LaFountain, Professor, Department of Counseling at Shippensburg University. Dr. LaFountain is currently the Executive Director of the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology (NASAP).
Program Location
All courses will be held at the office of Counseling on West Chocolate, 614 W. Chocolate Avenue. Hershey, PA 17033 which is the headquarters for the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology (NASAP), which was founded by Rudolph Dreikurs and formerly located in Chicago for 50 years.
Course Descriptions and Schedule of Courses
A brief description and schedule of the courses follow. The accompanying initials denote the disciplines for which the courses will have particular application. The key is as follows: CL (Clinical: counseling, psychology, social work), ED (Educators), BU (Business professionals), AD (Administrators of schools, colleges, nonprofit organizations, etc.), CJ (Criminal Justice professionals).
- CNS 541: Introduction to Adlerian Psychology
– 1 cr.
This is a course that provides an overview of Adlerian Psychology, including the history and major principles (social interest, lifestyle, mutual respect, social equality, encouragement, goal striving, cooperation, and holism) and is a prerequisite for all courses in the certificate. The course will cover theory and its application to ones specific setting and discipline. CL, ED, BU, AD, CJ
- CNS 543: Assessment Techniques in Adlerian
Psychology – 3 cr.
This didactic and experiential course provides tools and techniques to understand individuals within their social context. Students will practice assessing lifestyle themes through lifestyle interviews, family constellations, early recollections, dreams, genograms, etc. One aspect of the course will be the use of an objective instrument to understand ones own lifestyle as well as for assessing others.
CL, ED, BU, AD, CJ
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
- CNS 547: Adlerian Clinical Counseling –
2 cr.
This course is for counselors/therapists in practice or in training (at least at the internship level). The focus is on the deepening of the understanding of the four phases of the Adlerian therapy process and their application to the preferred population (children, adolescents, adults). The course is primarily practical and experiential. CL
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541; masters degree in a clinical discipline (counseling, psychology, social work) or significant progress toward such degree, as determined by the instructor.
- CNS 542: Adlerian Principles in the Workplace
– 2 cr.
In this course students learn that Adlerian Psychology helps improve human relations in all settings, including the workplace. Work roles, conflict resolution, group dynamics, and personality variables are viewed within the Adlerian framework. Workplace solutions are applicable also to problems in the family and school. Participants’ own work problems are discussed. CL, ED, BU, AD, CJ
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
- CNS 544: Adlerian Principles in the Schools
– 2 cr.
This course is designed for all school personnel to work toward a shared goal of motivating students to do well academically and to become responsible, contributing, happy, fulfilled citizens through encouragement-based strategies. These methods include democratic leadership, classroom meetings, respectful communications, natural and logical consequences, and understanding what students need to succeed. CL, ED, AD
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
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548: Using Adlerian Psychology in Consultation and Supervision– 3 cr.
In this course students will learn how to consult with parents and professionals, specifically, to teach them skills they can use with their children and clients. Additionally, students will learn supervisory skills to assist the professionals whom they supervise to overcome barriers that may inhibit them in their work. CL, BU, AD, CJ
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
- CNS 545: Leadership by Encouragement– 3
cr.
This class provides a forum for students to learn how the principles and methods of Adlerian Psychology can be used to enhance leadership potential. Focus will be on assessing leadership style, listening, motivation, enhancing teamwork and productivity, and encouragement. CL, ED, BU, AD, CJ
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
- CNS 546: Parent Education and Family Counseling
– 2 cr.
This course provides instruction in the practice and theory of parent education and family counseling primarily through parent education groups and the open forum center approach. Students will have the opportunity to observe and practice the methods. CL, ED, CJ
Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNS 541
| CL - 18 | BU - 12 | ED - 13 |
| AD - 14 | CJ - 15 |
Schedule of Courses
Dates are tentative and subject to change. However, every effort will be made to offer the courses on the dates indicated.
Fall 2005
- Adlerian Principles in the Schools
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
September 28 – November 16 (8 weeks)
Spring 2006
- Assessment Techniques in Adlerian Psychology
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
February 8 to April 26 (12 weeks)
Summer 2006
- Adlerian Principles in the Workplace
Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
June 26 to June 29
Fall 2006
- Adlerian Clinical Counseling
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
September 20 to November 8 (8 weeks)
Spring 2007
- Consultation and Supervision
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
February 7 to April 25 (12 weeks)
Summer 2007
- Parent Education and Family Counseling
Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
June 25 to June 28
Fall 2007
- Leadership by Encouragement
Wednesdays; 5 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
September 12 to December 5 (12 weeks)
Admission Requirements to the Certificate Program
Applicants must have earned a Bachelor‘s degree. Applicants are required to complete an application and have official undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) transcripts sent to the University. Applications must be submitted no later than the completion of 6 credits in the program. Coursework for the Adlerian Certificate Program will no longer be offered after the fall 2007 semester.
Registration
Registration for each course will be available online six weeks before the start of the course.
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Please note that applications must be submitted no later than the completion of 6 credits of the above coursework in order to be eligible for the Graduate Certificate in Adlerian Studies. Each course is limited to 25 students. Students may register for any of the proposed courses without earning the Certificate so long as the minimum admissions requirements are met.
Cancellation Policy
Shippensburg University reserves the right to cancel any courses due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances.
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