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University of Maine at Farmington
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    Fall 2024 Classes

    Early Childhood

    Educational Leadership

    English For Speakers of Other Languages

    Nature Based and Outdoor Learning

    Professional Writing

    Mathematics Education, Intervention and Coaching

    Special Education Masters Degree, Graduate Certificate & SPARC

    Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology Full Time

    Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology Part Time

    Course Descriptions

    ECH 538 – Collaboration with Families and Communities
    The course presents strategies for educators to develop supportive family and community relationships. The multiple roles played by early educators are examined as they design and implement collaborative relationships with families and communities for the purpose of mutual support within inclusive settings. The course critically analyzes theoretical paradigms and current research, with a particular focus on the ecological system from the most immediate environments inhabited by the child to the most distant (i.e. federal agencies, belief systems). This course will fulfill a course towards attainment of the Maine state Birth-5 081 teaching certificate.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or a related field; Enrollment in UMF M.S.Ed. Early Childhood Program, or Permission of Instructor
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. Zoom meetings : 9/4, 10/23, 11/13 and 12/11 7-9:00PM
    Class Number: 88604

    ECH 540 – Research Methods in Early Childhood
    In this course, students examine research methodologies used in inclusive early childhood settings. Students will investigate and interpret the methods used in existing empirical literature, and will investigate and practice various qualitative and quantitative techniques. The use of ethics in conducting research on young children, their families, and their learning environments is emphasized.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or a related field; Enrollment in UMF M.S.Ed. Early Childhood Program, or Permission of Instructor
    Instructor: Donna Karno
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. On Campus : 9/7, 10/5 and 11/2 9-3:00. Zoom 9/19 and 12/5 7-9:00PM
    Class Number: 88605

    EDU 504 – Multilingual Learners: Equity, Inclusion and Family Engagement
    This course will help participants understand the importance of equity, inclusion, and advocacy while fostering culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) family engagement. Students will identify how culture, cultural diversity, and cultural sensitivity apply to working with Multilingual Learners, their families, and their communities.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Clara Jean Howard
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. Meetings TBD
    Class Number: TBD

    EDU 505 – Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for Multilingual Learners
    This course fosters course participants’ abilities to modify and adapt learning environments that support the diversity of linguistic, cultural, and social experiences that all students bring to the classroom. Through the examination of various ESOL curricula, materials, strategies, and assessments participants will look at language literacy skills, curriculum adaptation for language minorities, and design appropriate assessments connected to learning objectives for Multilingual Learners within the curriculum. Participants will develop a pedagogical understanding that effectively connects culturally situated knowledge to equitable learning experiences.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Clara Jean Howard
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 16th- November 25th. Meetings TBD
    Class Number: 88642

    EDU 524 – Advanced Mathematics Methods for Elementary School
    This course is designed for elementary teachers who wish to increase both their math content knowledge and the methods they use to teach math content. Participants will increase their content knowledge in the mathematics they teach; increase their understanding of how children learn mathematics; increase their understanding of themselves as a mathematicians; increase their confidence as math teachers; increase their familiarity with the variety of math resources and materials available; increase their knowledge of the national math standards as well as the current research on math education; increase their ability to create a constructivist mathematics curriculum.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Shannon Larsen
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. On Campus 9/14, 9/28 and 11/2
    Class Number: 88686

    EDU 525 – Developing Formative Assessment Practices in the Mathematics Classroom
    The course will examine principles and aspects of formative assessment with a focus on establishing conceptual based mathematics learning targets, gathering and analyzing evidence of students’ thinking related to the learning target, providing feedback to students and deeply involving students in processes that will help them move their own learning forward. Research review, discussions, in-class exercises, practical experiences and action research on the integration of these formative assessment aspects within mathematics instruction will be an integral part of this course..
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Shannon Larsen
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. On Campus 9/7, 10/5
    Class Number: 88687

    EMA 500 Number, Operations, Algebra, & Functions PK-12
    The course is designed for M.S..Ed students seeking an emphasis in mathematics education. It prepares students for attaining expertise and demonstrating leadership regarding how children develop number, operations, algebra, and functions concepts and the corresponding instructional and assessment practices that facilitate this development. Students will learn about: numbers and number systems as they occur in school mathematics; the four operations; patterns, functions, and change; and how to model mathematical situations. Students will participate in small-group and individual activities which may include, but are not limited to: electronic discussions, research papers, problem sets, and exams to demonstrate their understanding of course content.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Daniel Jackson
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. Meeting dates TBD
    Class Number: TBD

    EDU 550 – School Law for Administrators
    This course is a survey of the legal bases of public education in the United States and of contemporary legal issues and cases affecting the practice of school administration. Although the primary objective is to acquaint the student with the legal principles governing public education in the nation and the State of Maine, special attention will be given to those topics of school law which are, or should be, of immediate concern to the practicing school administrator.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Paul Knowles
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. Zoom meetings : 9/28, 10/26 and 12/7
    Class Number: 88642

    EDU 552 – Supervision and Evaluation of School Personnel
    This course provides an overview of supervisory practice in public schools. It draws upon effective schools, effective teaching, teacher and adult development, and supervisory practice literature as a foundation for direct assistance to teachers and general supervisory work. The course includes Maine State Law regarding hiring and dismissal practices, just cause, contract issues, dismissal, non-renewal, progressive discipline, and complaint investigation.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree 
    Instructor: Jon Moody
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th. Meetings TBD
    Class Number: 88644

    EDU 554 – Internship in School Leadership
    This course will be designed to allow students to demonstrate competency with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. Students will complete the 320-hour internship as required by the Department of Education for building leaders; and will be designed in collaboration with the student, the internship mentor, and the instructor of EDU 554. The field experience will be combined with an applied research project in school leadership, and is designed to encourage the application of formal coursework to the leadership issues faced by school leaders.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree. EDU 550, EDU 551, EDU 552, EDU 553 & SED 518
    Instructor: Paul Knowles
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-April 12th. Zoom meetings: 9/14, 10/12, 11/16, 1/25, 3/22 and 4/12
    Class Number: 88645

    EDU 582 – Research Methods in Education
    This course is designed to introduce educators to different methodological frameworks in educational research and become more familiar with a range of research designs and practices. Participants will select an area of inquiry and begin an in-depth analysis of the research on this topic.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree. Accepted into M.S.Ed. Program or permission of Director of Graduate Programs
    Instructor: Libby Cohen
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th. Zoom meetings: 9/14, 10/5 and 10/26
    Class Number: 88646

    EDU 584 – Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment II: Data Informed Decision Making for Digital Age Teaching and Learning
    This course is designed to provide teacher leaders with opportunities to develop a deeper level of understanding of data analysis focused on student learning, representation, and communication to intended audiences. Participants in this course will investigate data-informed leadership processes through the cycle of program evaluation: design, implementation, management, and evaluation. The effects of reform initiatives on the stakeholders in educational environments will be investigated and critiqued. An emphasis is placed on developing a collaborative culture in educational environments that enhances teacher agency, builds instructional capacity, and maximizes efforts to meet students’ needs.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree. EDU 583 or instructor permission
    Instructor: Meredith Swallow
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th. Zoom meetings: TBD
    Class Number: 88649

    ENV 577 – Natural History of Maine/New England
    This course provides background knowledge about Maine/New England’s plants, animals, geology, and ecological systems. Topics may include biology and diversity, major taxonomic groups, forest trees and site types, bedrock geology, soil biology, insect diversity, pollination ecology, freshwater biology, predation, herbivory, phenology, migration patterns, and identification of local flora and fauna.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree.
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: TDB
    Dates/Days/Times: TBD
    Class Number: TBD

    ENG 515 Grant Writing
    This course focuses on identifying funding opportunities and writing grant proposals. Students will search for grants in their area of interest and practice writing to smaller, local granting agencies and larger, national or international funders. Students will learn how to compose persuasive proposals supported by research, draw on the classical rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos), and employ the AIDA approach (securing the audience’s attention, generating interest, creating desire to act, and bringing about action)
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree.
    Instructor: Carey Salerno
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd- December 13th
    Class Number: 89229

    SED 503 – Preparing Students for the Future: Transition Programming, Self-determination and Advocacy
    This course prepares future special education teachers at the middle and secondary level to meet the transition requirements of IDEA by exploring issues and strategies for preparing adolescents and young adults with disabilities for the transition from school to adult life. We will explore these issues and strategies within the context of ecological models of human development. Students will: understand federal and state mandates for transition planning and historical perspectives of transition, explore and describe the five areas of transition, implement effective strategies for dealing with diversity and gender equity issues, implement key transition assessments and curricula, develop student-centered transition plans, and demonstrate an awareness of how community agencies can collaborate to improve outcomes for youth with disabilities.
    Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree.
    Instructor: Laurie Lemieux
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88651

    SED 506 Assessment in Special Ed
    This course examines assessment practices for children and youth from 3-20 years and provides a variety of hands-on experiences in using various assessment approaches including observations, curriculum-based measurement, and standardized instruments. This course includes opportunities to construct and use both formative and summative assessments, emphasizing the links between pre-assessment, program planning and instruction, and monitoring progress. Each student will work with a focus child or youth in their area of specialization to gain practice in constructing, evaluating, and implementing informal assessments, evaluating formal assessments and interpreting assessment information for other educators and parents. Each student will build skills and knowledge in increasing cultural competence related to assessment practices. During this course, we will also explore a variety of current issues including universal design, test accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Danielle Williams
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88652


    SED 507 Curriculum and Instructional Programming for Students with Disabilities
    Students will explore basic principles of curriculum development and instructional programming for students with disabilities. Students will focus on how to develop clear instructional goals and objectives for Individual Education Plans and then how to construct daily instructional programs to accomplish these goals and objectives. Students will explore current theory and practice regarding direct instruction as it applies to teaching reading and related skills.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Caroline Peinado
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: October 21st-December 13th
    Class Number: 88648


    SED 508 Classroom and Behavior Management of Students with Disabilities
    Students will explore basic principles of classroom and behavior management from prevention of problems through the development of a variety of positive responses to chronic misbehavior in special education and regular classroom settings. Students will develop and conduct a number of classroom application projects designed to improve the behavior of individuals and groups of students. Students will also review current research on effective classroom and behavior management.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Brian Cavanaugh
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88688


    SED 511 – Mathematics Instruction for Students with Disabilities
    This course, for practicing teachers, focuses on methods and strategies for introducing mathematical concepts to children and youth with disabilities, preschool through high school. Issues of concern, major curriculum thrusts, such as the Common Core State Standards, Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, promising practices, methods to differentiate instruction, linking instruction and assessment, accommodations, modifications, and assistive technology are addressed in this course. Approaches for children of different age levels from preschool through secondary are included. Students will select course projects appropriate for the setting or grade level in which they work.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Kathryn Desjardins
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-October 22nd
    Class Number: 88650

    SED 514 Literacy Development for All Students
    This course introduces research-based approaches to (1) the assessment of and for literacy, and (2) the implementation of methods, materials, strategies, and techniques for supporting literacy learning of all individuals, including those with disabilities. Although this course focuses on the special needs of individuals with disabilities or who are at risk, individuals taking this course will learn ways to address the needs of all students in grades Pre-kindergarten through 12 and adults who struggle to read and write or to improve their reading and writing skills. Topics include: assessment, print awareness, phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, spelling, writing, and teaching reading and writing to English language learners. Opportunities will be provided for participants to explore independent learning on key course topics.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: TBD
    Class Number: TBD

    SED 515 – Early Intervention: Working with Infants & Toddlers w/Disabilities & Their Families
    This course addresses various aspects of early intervention services including teaming with families; understanding development and risk during prenatal, natal, and postnatal stages; studying models for working with young children with disabilities and their families in natural environments; and examining infant and toddler program development and curriculum. Students will identify and use current research to increase personal knowledge and skills, applying their findings to present work settings.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Ilanna Lesser
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88641


    SED 518 Special Education Law
    This course will provide prospective and practicing educators and school administrators with a working knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and regulations related to students with disabilities. Laws and regulations pertaining to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Maine special education regulations, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act will be discussed. Major course topics include Special Education eligibility and IEP development, student discipline, and curriculum access. The historical significance and practical application of laws affecting students with disabilities in school will be emphasized. In particular, the focus of the course will be on making effective educational decisions for students with disabilities.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Jessica Apgar
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88551


    SED 519 – Assistive Technology
    This course introduces students to assistive technology (AT). Course participants will investigate the use of assistive technology devices and services for individuals with disabilities. A range of technology will be examined from “low tech” devices that are inexpensive or easily modified to “high tech” devices that are expensive. Evaluation approaches, determination of appropriate uses of assistive technology, and funding will be explored. Methods and strategies for implementing assistive technology with students who require varying levels of support across settings and ages will be a primary focus.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Brianna Grumstrup
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88539


    SED 522 – Internship in Special Education
    This course is designed for those seeking State certification as a special education teacher. Interns participate in a variety of supervised experiences in a school while working with children with disabilities. Working with a special educator, students with disabilities, and other school personnel, interns expand and refine their knowledge and skills and increase their responsibilities over time. Students participate in a seminar during their internship experience. Students completing SED 522 with a grade of B- or better fulfill State student teaching requirements..
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)Bachelor’s degree. Enrollment in M.S.Ed in Special education or satisfactory completion (B- or better) of at least two of the following: SED 506, SED 507, SED 508, SED 529
    Instructor:
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88049


    SED 529 Individualized Positive Behavior Supports
    This course prepares educators to design, implement, and evaluate interventions for students with significant emotional/ behavioral difficulties. Topics include the nature and needs of students with emotional/ behavioral difficulties, functional behavioral assessment, behavior support plans, and wraparound/mental health supports
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Monica Smith
    Format/Location: Online
    Dates/Days/Times: TBD
    Class Number: TBD


    SED 530 – Identifying and Educating Learners Who Are Gifted
    This course introduces the participant to the education of gifted learners. Topics to be presented: conceptions of giftedness; myths and truths of gifted education; the necessity of gifted education; equitable identification of gifted learners from diverse populations; common cognitive and affective characteristics; highly gifted students; special populations of gifted learners; common social or emotional issues; necessary components of a gifted program; curriculum differentiation in the regular classroom; and acceleration vs. enrichment.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Linda Andrews
    Format/Location: TBD
    Dates/Days/Times: TBD
    Class Number: TBD

    SED 551 – Advanced Intervention Methods
    This course focuses on identifying, selecting, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based inclusive practices within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) framework. In particular, candidates will explore in-depth the data-based individualization process, including the design and implementation of intensive, individualized, research-based interventions. As a requirement of the course, candidates will engage in field-based activities that provide real-world opportunities for translating theory and research into practice and applying several High-Leverage Practices (HLPs) in Special Education
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Jessica Apgar
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 3rd-December 13th
    Class Number: 88552

    PSY 500 – Creative Arts in Counseling- Full Time
    This highly experiential course will provide a foundational understanding of what the Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies are and how they are used in a wide variety of settings. The Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies include art therapy, music therapy, dance-movement therapy, drama therapy, psychodrama, creative writing/poetry therapy, play therapy, and sandtray therapy. Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies embrace the use of creative self-expression as a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. The creative process allows expression of experiences that are often deeper than words and beyond our awareness.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 11:15-12:30
    Class Number: 88559

    PSY 505 – Professional Ethics & Orientation and in Counseling
    This course will provide an overview of the professional history, standards, and practices of the clinical professional counselor. Students will be able to recognize the ethical principles and legal issues related to the clinical role and to utilize this knowledge in their work with clients and colleagues. Students will become familiar with the American Counseling Association Code of Ethical Standards, the American Mental Health Counseling Association Code of Ethics and the various statutory requirements that impact professional credentialing and work with clients. Students will be supported in the development of becoming a mental health professional through the exploration of self-in-role, readings, case studies, and discussions on selected topics in mental health practice.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Keith Plouffe
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 3:00-4:15
    Class Number: 88560

    PSY 510 – Fundamentals of Counseling Theories and Skills I- Full time
    This course introduces students to the fundamental counseling skills that underlie effective, evidence-based psychotherapy. The class combines theoretical knowledge of counseling with peer practice of fundamental counseling skills.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Natasha Lekes
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 9:00-11:00
    Class Number: 88563

    PSY 515 – Social and Cultural Foundations
    This course will expose students to issues of ethnicity, race, gender, socioeconomic status, culture, sexual orientation, physical and psychological disability, religion, age, language, etc. as these relate to their development as clinical counselors. Theories of multicultural counseling, identity development, multicultural competencies, social justice, and strategies for working with and advocating for individuals, couples, families, groups, and communities will be reviewed. Students will explore their own attitudes and beliefs through written assignments, texts, class discussions and films to increase their understanding of self and diverse populations.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Karla Diffin
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 1:30-2:45
    Class Number: 88606

    PSY 520 – Research Methods
    This course will familiarize students with clinically relevant research methods (e.g. surveys, experimental, quasi-experimental, and single case. Students will understand the connection between research methods and evidence based practice. In addition, this course will include an examination of the ACA and APA ethical guidelines for conducting research, and issues of diversity in research and evaluation. An overview of statistical concepts and terminology related to research methods will be included.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Joey K-Yee Essoe
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 11:15-12:30
    Class Number: 88606

    PSY 560 – Measurement and Evaluation
    This course will provide students with an overview of the theoretical and practical basis for assessment. Students will develop an understanding of how reliability, validity, and psychometric statistics are applied to the development of psychological assessments before being introduced to a wide range of assessment instruments. Ethical application of tests will be a theme throughout the course. The importance of interviewing the client, considering the client’s intersecting identities, and utilizing measurement results in treatment planning will be discussed in the context of assessment.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Karla Diffin
    Format/Location: Online Synchronous
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Zoom Wednesday evenings 6-7:30
    Class Number: 88607

    PSY 565 – Addictive Disorders
    This course prepares students for work with clients who present with substance use and other addictive disorders. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and interventions throughout the stages of misuse, abuse, dependency, and recovery will be addressed. Students will also explore and develop skills in motivational interviewing, harm reduction and a variety of other treatment modalities.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Chad White
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 3:00-4:15
    Class Number: 88553

    PSY 570 – Special Topics in Creative Arts 2
    This course will provide students with course work that will assist them in their pursuit of becoming a therapist who incorporates creative expression into their practice. This course will offer students experiential learning in the field of Creative Arts Therapies. One of the goals of this program is for students to immerse themselves in the experience of creative expression and to explore their creative interests and professional identity as it relates to incorporating creativity into clinical practice. This course may be offered Pass/Fail.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Bodhi Simpson
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 1:30-2:45
    Class Number: 88555

    PSY 575 – Internship I
    Internship I is the first course in a two semester internship sequence. This course compliments the supervised practical experience to be gained concurrently at the student’s field work placement in a clinical counseling setting. These experiences will allow students to perform all the activities that a regularly employed licensed clinical, professional counselor would be expected to perform. Students must complete a total of 450 hours of supervised clinical counseling experiences, with a minimum of 180 clock hours dedicated to direct service with actual clients that contributes to the development of their clinical skills.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 6th-December 13th. Meets Fridays 9:00-11:00
    Class Number: 88556

    PSY 540 – Diagnosis and Treatment
    This course will provide students with an understanding of psychopathology, the utilization of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders in clinical practice, assessment, and intervention of mental health diagnoses. Students will learn to conceptualize mental health disorders and their etiologies within various schools of counseling theory including how assessment (e.g., intake interviews) inform the process of diagnosis and treatment planning. Additionally, students will identify ethical issues related to research and practice, the various definitions of normality and abnormality, and the significant impact of culture and diversity on diagnosis and treatment planning.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: TBD
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 7th-December 13th. Meets the following Saturdays : 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/,30 and 12/7 9:00-12
    Class Number: 88557

    PSY 545 – Group Counseling
    This course will provide students with a foundational understanding of group theory and practice. Students will examine concepts such as group development and dynamics, group leaders’ roles and styles, membership roles and objectives as they apply to different types of groups. Special needs of diverse populations and their appropriate group interventions will be discussed. Students will have an opportunity to practice group facilitation and will prepare them to work with various types of groups.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Keith Plouffe
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 7th-December 13th. Meets the following Saturdays : 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/,30 and 12/7 1:00-4
    Class Number: 88558

    PSY 500 – Creative Arts in Counseling-Part time
    This highly experiential course will provide a foundational understanding of what the Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies are and how they are used in a wide variety of settings. The Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies include art therapy, music therapy, dance-movement therapy, drama therapy, psychodrama, creative writing/poetry therapy, play therapy, and sand tray therapy. Creative/Expressive Arts Therapies embrace the use of creative self-expression as a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. The creative process allows expression of experiences that are often deeper than words and beyond our awareness.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Bodhi Simpson
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 7th-December 13th. Meets the following Saturdays : 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/,30 and 12/7 1:00-4
    Class Number: 88608

    PSY 510 – Fundamentals of Counseling Theories and Skills I- Part time
    This course introduces students to the fundamental counseling skills that underlie effective, evidence-based psychotherapy. The class combines theoretical knowledge of counseling with peer practice of fundamental counseling skills.
    Prerequisites: (All students must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.)
    Instructor: Karla Diffin
    Format/Location: UMF Blended
    Dates/Days/Times: September 7th-December 13th. Meets the following Saturdays : 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/,30 and 12/7 9:00-12
    Class Number: 88610

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    University of Maine at Farmington
    Theo Kalikow Education Center
    186 High Street
    Farmington, Maine 04938
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    University of Maine at Farmington
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    Farmington, Maine 04938