Courses

This graduate level course explores how history, culture, and context frame the social and policy response that enables substance abuse treatment. The historical, political, economic, and cultural factors contributing to and defining substance abuse problems are examined. These factors are emphasized because they are important, critical, and supplemental contributors to the biological, medical, and disease […]

This graduate level course addresses the similarities and differences among various culturally diverse groups, and informs counselors of the characteristics and processes necessary to become a culturally skilled counselor.

This graduate level course covers the foundations, contextual knowledge and basic knowledge and skills needed to work as a competent counselor within community settings. This course provides emphasis on helping clients in variety of settings and stages of needs, such as crisis, referral, support, and advocacy.

This graduate level course focuses on the chemically dependent person, this course covers initial intake, assessment of the problem, orientation of the patient to a specific program, treatment planning, reports and record keeping, recovery planning for the patient and family, and aftercare and follow-up. By the end of the course, learners will understand and be […]

This graduate level course explores counseling as a relationship in which the counselor helps the client mobilize resources to resolve problems or modify attitudes and values. Group counseling is an integral part of that process. This course is presented as a comparative study of counseling theories and practices as applied to groups, introducing major approaches, […]

This graduate level course presents a basic crisis intervention model along with appropriate clinical presentations of persons in crisis in a variety of settings, e.g., loss, AIDS and HIV related, substance abuse, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and victimization. Topics include defining crisis, when crisis is a danger, ethical and professional considerations, and use of self […]

This graduate level course provides an introduction to the historical, philosophical, and psychological, and sociological bases of guidance and counseling in the schools. The developmental model of school counseling will be introduced along with state and national standards. Learners will learn the counselor’s role as facilitation for learners’ personal/social growth, academic development, and career development […]

This graduate level course introduces learners to dynamics of family interaction and methods of prevention and intervention in family problems. Learners will analyze the family interaction, and propose remedial intervention. This course presents the learner with the opportunity to observe the application of the systematic theoretical framework and objective procedures described by Adler and developed […]

This graduate level course explores the many therapeutic elements of play, across the developmental stages from early toddlerhood through latency. Definitions of pathology–that is, what it is that play must address–will be discussed as a basis to understand the healing attributes of play. This is done both developmentally and through the prism of Piagetian and […]

In this graduate level course you will learn about the process of symbolic and social play development. Topics include an overview of the neurocognitive basis of development, an examination of social and symbolic play from a functional skills perspective, the variations in the developmental sequence caused by developmental disorders, with an emphasis on mental retardation […]

This graduate level course helps learners to gain a comprehensive understanding of art-based assessments for the art therapist. The historical background as well as the development and use of projective techniques and diagnostic tools are examined. Methods of administration and interpretation of the assessment techniques are presented.

This graduate level course explores the history of field of Art Therapy through studying its founding members, related disciplines and traditional populations. The history of Art Therapy is taught in a reflective manner to help learners relate the history of Art Therapy to Current Practices in Art Therapy.

This course is a comprehensive study of the disorder “Post-Traumatic Stress.â€� A well-defined mental health diagnosis, learners will study all facets of the disorder, including therapeutic outcomes and stress management interventions. The course is presented from a “holistic viewâ€� toward the disorder and many dimensions of therapeutic interventions are presented. Learners will study the symptomology, […]

The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services training is to prepare licensed mental health professionals to provide for and respond to the psychological needs of people across the continuum of disaster preparedness, response and recovery.

This graduate level course will develop career counseling competencies uniquely related to the needs of adult clients who are faced with problems of career adjustment and change. The course includes theoretical constructs and models to prepare career counseling professionals for work in business and industry, adult schools and higher education, and various private settings.

This graduate level course is designed to allow learners to gain knowledge and skills regarding the use of tests by both school counselors and school psychologists, including the who, what, when, where, why and how of assessment; the test selection process; administration procedures and communication of test results both orally and in writing to a […]

This graduate level course will explore theory-derived practices regarding communication and consultation with parents and teachers with respect to problems they encounter with children. It will also cover educational and clinical applications, issues regarding information sharing with other professionals, collaborating with other professionals and making referrals.

This course emphasizes the policies and procedures established by the field, in addition to present day tools and techniques available for the law enforcement professional. Students will benefit from real-life cases that will provide a “hands onâ€� approach to learning. Topics of recent controversy such as stalking, DNA profiling and the media frenzy surrounding investigations […]

This course teaches the fundamentals of the legal system in United States and includes an overview of Federal courts, State courts, Appellate courts, Lower courts and Juvenile courts. It covers the dynamics of courthouse justice, prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, defendants and victims. It also covers the processing and sentencing of the guilty.

This course focuses on the fundamentals of Evidence: the definition of the law of evidence, its origin, as well as the relevant application of such, when, and by whom. Examination of the admissibility of evidence to support or disprove facts is critical in any case; therefore, consideration will be given to actual cases as students […]

This course imparts an understanding of the living law of America, examining how the interpretation of the law within this basic framework is, by and large, a product of the times and the ideologies of Supreme Court justices, the court having the final word in determining what the interpretation of the law is. This is […]

This course explores the general principles of criminal liability, the defenses to criminal liability, and the elements of crimes against persons, property, and society, while it encourages critical thinking about these topics. Special emphasis is given to both the law and the procedural aspects of criminal justice.

This course provides students with an honest, straightforward approach to the provocative issue of morals and standards in an arena filled with potential contradictions. Learners will gain insight into morality, ethics and human behavior and given tools to develop moral and ethical behavior. Ethics and law enforcement, ethics and legal professionals, ethics of prosecution, punishment […]

This course introduces theories and concepts of this ever changing branch of the criminal justice field. The potential root of this behavior, analysis thereof, nature of such crimes, and their far reaching effects will be considered. Pivotal issues, critical to the evolution of this area of study, include the issue of juvenile detention, the role […]

This course stresses the historical significance of crime and punishment and the development of the modern-day correctional system. Consideration will be given to the range of sentencing, from probation to the death penalty and all alternatives in between. Of increasing concern are the people “behind the wallsâ€�-the special challenges of the transgressors and the individuals […]

This course discusses the history and development of forensic science, functions of the forensic scientist and services of the crime laboratory setting the stage for comprehending the scope of the forensic science. Learners will explore crime scene and physical evidence; gain understanding in the organic and inorganic analysis of evidence, and ascertain the merit of […]

Crime: the word itself inspires images of dark, deserted streets and shady characters in a gangster film. What seldom comes to mind is the well-groomed professional, government official or corporate figurehead; yet “suit crimeâ€� is rapidly gaining exposure as the prevalence of this non-traditional criminal activity soars. The psychological and sociological implications of this level […]

This course gives a historical background on the phenomenon of terrorism and the roots of contemporary conflicts shaping the world stage and presents theoretical and concrete information about Homeland Security Organizations. 

This course provides a detailed, comprehensive analysis of the origins, history, theoretical explanations, and structure of domestic and international organized crime, including drug trafficking, gambling, and loan sharking. It explains the methods employed by law enforcement agencies to combat organized crime, and the policy decisions reached by various investigating committees and commissions, including the President’s […]

This course gives an overview of the history of private security, explores the business of the private security industry, private security law, tools and systems integration in the industry, and provides an overview of investigative security, surveillance and undercover operations, private and public partnerships for security, and homeland security. 

This course stresses the historical significance of crime and punishment and the development of the modern- day correctional system. Consideration will be given to the range of sentencing, from probation to the death penalty and all alternatives in between. The people “behind the wallsâ€� and the special challenges of the transgressors and the individuals responsible […]

Introduction to Criminal Justice provides a realistic description of the United States criminal justice system and how it works including police, courts and corrections. Much more than an “encyclopediaâ€� of criminal justice topics, it provides an intricately woven picture of contemporary United States criminal justice covering relevant topics such as: the staggering increases in juvenile […]

Skills of success are based upon data compiled and research conducted to identify traits, strategies, behaviors and characteristics prevalent in every successful operation. This course helps the learner identify common core human traits in an attempt to develop strategies for success based upon conflict avoidance.

This course is an introductory study of pathophysiology organized by body system. Etiology, symptoms and treatments are covered for each common disease. Course includes information on new procedures, medicines and therapies, as well as tips for health promotion and disease prevention.

Provides the learner with the basic business language skills to promote a professional appearance in participating in the healthcare team.

Introduces basic skills required to effective use computers and transcription.

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in billing procedures so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning member […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in billing procedures so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning member […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in preparing insurance forms so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning […]

Provides an introduction to the requisite knowledge and skills needed to become an integral member of the healthcare team. Graduates serve as the experts in preparing insurance forms so providers and institutions can receive the appropriate reimbursement for services provided. This program also provides learners with the skills required to succeed as a highly functioning […]

This course is an orientation to medical record forms and content, medical record formats, numbering and filing systems, storage and retrieval systems, as well as legal requirements for maintaining medical records.

The study of medical transcription and its practical application to comprehensive dictation including chart notes, history and physicals, emergency room reports, consultations, initial office evaluations and discharge summaries. Prerequisite: GENH 140 or equivalent.

This course provides the history of mathematics and gives an overview of mathematical principles including the nature of: numeration systems, algebra, geometry, money, logic, chance, graphs, voting and apportionment.

This course and Pharmacy Practice II prepare students to have a working knowledge of basic pharmacology and the duties and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician including law and ethical guidelines for practice. Topics include: classifications of drugs; routes of administration, dosage forms, and drug doses; anatomy and physiology of the human body; essential functions relating […]

This course and Pharmacy Practice II prepare students to have a working knowledge of basic pharmacology and the duties and responsibilities of a pharmacy technician including law and ethical guidelines for practice. Topics include: classifications of drugs; routes of administration, dosage forms, and drug doses; anatomy and physiology of the human body; essential functions relating […]

Provides students with a basic understanding of the structure, function, and the physiological processes that occur in the human body. Students will study the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, reproductive, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and integumentary systems.

This course imparts an understanding of the living law of America, examining how the interpretation of the law within this basic framework is by, and large, a product of the times and the ideologies of Supreme Court justices, the court having the final word in determining what the interpretation of the law is. This is […]

Relate variances in culture to dispute resolution processes. Analyze the impact of stereotypes, attributions, appetites for risk, and world views on dispute resolution. Investigate the role of international agreements, conventions, and treaties, such as the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (“UNCITRALâ€�), the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards of […]

Students will engage in the study of Community Based Dispute Resolution Programs. This course will explore the relationship between community, in which the program has developed, and the dispute resolution system. It will also examine how these processes have been affected by the absorption of mediation and other conflict resolution practices in the legal system. […]

Students will engage in critical examination of mediation processes as it has evolved, been shaped by and shaped, social, public policy, legal, and ethical issues throughout society. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Examine the transformative approach to dispute resolution. Explore empowerment and mutual recognition as strategies for facilitating transformative dispute resolution. Learn the “ten hallmarks� of a successful transformative mediator. Debate the applicability of the transformative approach to legal and business mediation, including the involvement of organizations. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Explore social scientific research methodology within the field of conflict resolution. Apply techniques, processes, and qualitative and quantitative methods of research, utilizing traditional and contemporary sources. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Analyze workplace issues that require dispute resolution, including labor management relations and arbitration of nonunionized workplace matters. Examine processes, such as fact finding, and benefits of negotiation, arbitration, and mediation to resolve workplace conflict. Reflect on trends in ethical hotlines and ombudspersons. Incorporate personal experience in assessing workplace conflict and requirements for dispute resolution to […]

Develop understanding of the physical and mental impairments that qualify as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADAâ€�) and the ADA requirements for accessibility and reasonable accommodation. Evaluate the two basic ways that disability issues arise in dispute resolution, including claims under Titles I or II of the ADA or Section 501 of the […]

This course examines the legal, ethical, and policy issues that arise when using dispute resolution processes to resolve multi-party controversies. Learners will apply the theoretical and legal concepts to develop codes of conduct, rules of engagement or model agreements. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Examine Information Technology (“ITâ€�) in dispute resolution on an international level. Explore the European Small Claims Procedure and efforts by countries to adopt laws that satisfy the standards of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (“UNCITRALâ€�) as they relate to dispute resolution and IT. Critically evaluate IT as a “fourth partyâ€� in dispute […]

After completing the foundational courses in legal research, legal analysis and writing and the legal process, this core course includes in-depth coverage on topics on the Legal Nurse Consultant’s role. Topics include: professional negligence, product liability, toxic tort, criminal litigation, life care planning and damage assessment, the nurse as expert witness, working with experts, preparation […]

Principles and Skills of Success is based upon data compiled and research conducted to identify traits, strategies, behaviors and characteristics prevalent in every successful operation. This course helps the student identify common Core Human Traits in an attempt to develop strategies for success based upon conflict avoidance.

This course is the core of the paralegal program. Learners learn the past, present and future of the paralegal profession, including the paralegal defined, educational options, techniques for marketing skills and career opportunities. Instruction focuses on ethics and professional responsibility, the organizational structure in the legal workplace, office culture and politics, preparing learners for the […]

Apply communication theories to and engage in interviewing, counseling, and intake processes. Develop skills and confidence in a client centered approach. Explore best practices in case management centered on outreach, identification, assessment, development of a plan, and ongoing service coordination and support. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

This course offers students the resources they need to move forward along their career paths. This course will also aid in supporting and facilitating the academic, professional, and personal development of students. Prerequisite(s): DISR 500, DISR 510, and DISR 516.

Apply communication theories to the context of conflict management. Explore the vehicle of communication, including basic principles and assumptions, to garner understanding of techniques to influence, persuade, and manage parties in conflict. Observe and participate in conflict management using sources of power, nonverbal communication, listening skills, perception, and dialogue to achieve desired outcomes. Develop communication […]

This course will educate students on what does and does not work in the criminal justice system, and how, ironically enough, the more that is known about the problem, the less is understood. The complex problem of crime and policy, the war on crime, models of criminal justice and the concept of the “career criminalâ€� […]

This course furnishes a unique perspective of police, as the writer of the accompanying textbook is an authority in the field with nearly a quarter century of experience in police work. Students will review police history and organization, U.S. police and private security, as well as police department organization, the personal side of policing, qualifications […]

Apply management, leadership, and organizational behavior concepts and principles in a criminal justice organization. Examine how effective and efficient administration is achieved in all three branches – police, courts, and corrections. Explore transactional analysis, management by objectives (“MBOâ€�), techniques for budgeting and managing costs, and the fundamentals of accreditation as they relate to criminal justice […]

Explore social scientific research methodology within the criminal justice discipline. Examine traditional and contemporary resources and techniques for social scientific inquiry, research design, and data analysis. Apply qualitative and quantitative methods of research. Develop perspective on fundamental elements of research, including ethics, data collection, validation, and interpretation, and ability to make informed decisions about the […]

Discuss and critique rules of evidence in investigation, civil and criminal trials, and administrative proceedings. Examine the ethical obligations of agents assigned to gather evidence, including the role of the agent, the Federal Rules of Evidence, and court precedents. Engage in adversarial challenges of evidence in group projects. Interview an expert or professional in the […]

Examine management and leadership and operational implications in correctional facilities in the context of an inclusive prison system. Assess the impact of internal and external forces on correctional policy and administration design, including the impact of security, safety, and prisoner treatment and the impact of public policy. Develop critical skills in thinking and acting strategically […]

Assess legal limitations of criminal justice organizations. Explore legal issues relating to due process and judicial review of administrative decision-making. Critically evaluate the legal basis of criminal law and criminal justice policies. Develop ability to avoid and recognize instances that may lead to tort actions against representatives of criminal justice agencies.

Continued practice of medical transcription incorporating both medical and surgical dictation in the medical specialties of cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, pathology and radiology. Prerequisite: MEDT 170.

Assess the application of restorative justice theory in practices, including through review of techniques such as victim impact panels, family conferencing, and victim and offender conferencing. Examine restorative justice as a means of dealing with crime. Compare and contrast restorative justice and retributive models to develop framework for the applicability of the restorative approach. Evaluate […]

Analyze the scope of ethical leadership in the criminal justice system, including directing and developing justice and public safety organizations. Explore law enforcement leadership theory and practice through the concepts of values, group dynamics, dimensions of power, conflict and change management, decision-making, and organizational development. Develop tools for implementing leadership in bureaucratic and public agencies. […]

Explore modern organized crime on an international level, including coactions between international organized crime, terrorism, and technology. Assess criminal enterprises and organizations in Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Critically evaluate the impact of modern organized crime on the function of law enforcement organizations. Design and execute a research project on transnational criminal enterprises […]

Examine community policing philosophy and practice. Compare and contrast Problem Oriented Policing (“POPâ€�) and Community Oriented Policing (“COPâ€�). Analyze problem solving models, dispute resolution strategies, and police community relationships. Explore the changing roles of leadership, mitigating factors in community policing, officer evaluation techniques, and organizational structures that facilitate the implementation of community policing initiatives. Conduct […]

Evaluate the investigative process from formulation of investigative plan to presentation of evidence. Develop acumen to conduct effective and efficient investigations of crimes. Explore investigative techniques, including crime scene processing, accusatory and non-accusatory interviewing, and forensic examination of evidence. Examine recent advances in technology relevant to authenticating documents, capturing and managing evidence, and investigation of […]

This course focuses on principles, techniques, and analysis or strategies involved in contract and sales negotiations and the development of integrated strategies. It provides insight on how to negotiate in a win/win fashion as well as instruction on drafting contracts. Prerequisite: TBUS 110.

This course is a study of customer service techniques required in order to sell and service products, systems, or services and provides a clear and usable process for developing the skills, attitudes, and thinking patterns needed to win customer satisfaction and loyalty. 

This course focuses on discovering sales strengths through utilization of personality profiling and behavioral style profiling assessment instruments as applied to account representatives, retail salespersons, sales engineers, industrial product salespersons, non-technical and service salespersons.

This course is a study of internet sales, service and technology. It focuses on the process of establishing an online business, setting up online shopping capabilities, database integration, online customer service and retention, buyer behavior and current Internet sales issues.

This course is a study of advanced techniques including: opening, investigating, demonstrating capability and obtaining commitment of the consultative and strategic seller. Prerequisite: TBUS 114

This course focuses on the core concepts and applications of contemporary consumer behavior as it’s practiced today. It highlights today’s challenges while the most current consumer behavior statistics and contemporary examples reflect recent developments in business. It emphasizes how to handle ethics and diversity as well as ever-changing demographics and cultural trends.

This course provides an overview of marketing, consumer decision making, business marketing, segmenting and targeting markets, decision support systems and marketing research. In addition, it includes an examination of the distribution process of goods and services, the interrelationships of customer demands, production, pricing, promotion, and the movement of goods from producer to consumer.

At the nexus of business, nonprofit and government lies the emerging new realm of social enterprise. The leaders of this realm — social entrepreneurs — embrace the complexity of society’s most pressing issues and foster creative solutions through business ventures. This course will explore this emerging realm and provide tools and knowledge for success within […]

This course provides the philosophy and analytical tools that allows business professionals to make optimal decisions when faced with complex business problems and decisions. Emphasis is placed on quantitative analytical methods including decision trees, with added focus on practical application of basic analytical skills developed in the course.

This course focuses on techniques used to identify, assess, mitigate, control, track, and develop contingencies to uncertainties in the business marketplace. This course integrates case studies and applications across a wide spectrum of business applications. This course also integrates systems analysis techniques for managing risk and uncertainty.

This course focuses on the planning, organizing, and managing of resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals. Emphasis is placed on how to improve quality while minimizing cost and time overruns. Learners learn how to develop effective scope statements, work break down structures, Gantt Charts, CPM diagrams, and apply Earned Value […]

This course provides a historical review of the goals of national and state educational policies and their intended and unintended effects on classroom practices and learner learning. The course focuses primarily on policies established since 1950s with brief reviews of earlier years in American education and comparisons with policies in other countries. Learners will analyze […]

This course focuses on the research evidence from the cognitive and neurosciences regarding practices and conditions that enable learners to a) become fluent in the strategies and skills associated with effective work in a discipline and b) acquire an understanding of concepts that allow them to transfer what they have learned to new and novel […]

This course focuses on the development of mathematical concepts and their application in commerce and architecture throughout history. The course is designed to increase educators’ abilities to help learners understand the relationship between mathematical insights and developments in various civilizations and to provide educators with the background knowledge to create interdisciplinary instruction within their classroom […]

The course will focus on the mathematical practices that support the Common Core standards in numbers and operations (K-8) through eighth grade. Topics include different ways of representing numbers, relationships between numbers, number systems, the meanings of operations and how they relate to one another, and computation within the number system as a foundation for […]

Provides students with an understanding of common medical and surgical procedures used in the care of patients. Students will gain knowledge in performing medical tests, helping with surgical procedures and rehabilitation, and in understanding the diagnoses of patient conditions.

This course introduces learners with the medical language. Organized by body system, this course is the foundation of medical word building with a basic analysis of medical terms, common anatomical roots, suffixes, and prefixes. This course also presents anatomy and physiology, terminology, common diseases, pronunciation, and abbreviation.

This course strengthens learners study skills and effective strategies to increase performance and success in college. Learners see how to use their learning styles to tailor their approach to learning, process information more efficiently, manage time effectively, set goals, increase concentration, increase motivation, reduce stress and procrastination, read college textbooks more effectively, take notes, prepare […]

Surveys the various roles in the healthcare system so learners understand the roles of members of the healthcare team.

An overview of the health care system and its functions today. The course focuses on the different components of the industry and how the nation’s health care system is structured. In addition insurance and reimbursement mechanisms and regulatory and planning mechanisms are covered.

This course provides an overview of the evolution of medicine, the role of allied health professionals and the different medical specialties.

Provides students with a basic understanding of the legal and ethical consideration in healthcare. Students will be exposed to informed and uninformed consent, confidentiality of the patient, HIPAA laws, Physician orders, malpractice, and what to do if a coworker disagrees with orders given by the physician.

This course addresses the modeling, characteristics and performance of both linear and non-linear control systems. Topics will include controlling and protecting systems, stability, root locust and frequency methods. In addition it will address feedback control systems, signal flow graphs, Bode plots and steady state errors, Nyquist plots and state variable approach.

This course introduces the modern developments in the sensors systems design area. It presents certain challenges especially those required in a systems protocol. This entails addressing key design considerations especially in the advancements of inexpensive electronics. It presents a solution and lesson using human intervention which is given create consideration whenever speaking about system enhancements […]

This course will introduce the learners to complex system lifecycle and integration to system operation and maintenance. An overriding concern is the integration of engineering systems with management systems of an organization. Major phases, procedures, policies, and techniques in the engineering system life cycle are discussed in detail.