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Apr 17, 2024
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SHS 116 - Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
3.0 Credits
Introduces cognitive and behavioral treatment methods useful for human service clients. Focus is on identifying behavioral variables creating measurable goals and choosing practical techniques for a variety of work situations. S/U grade option.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive and behavioral theories and be able to explain their contribution to current treatment methods. [REASON]
- Describe various cognitive and behavioral techniques including reinforcement, shaping, thought stopping and stress inoculation, and explain their use in the human services field. [REASON]
- Formulate relevant questions about the ethics of using cognitive and behavioral techniques on human subjects, and use critical thinking to consider controversies in the field. [REASON]
- Explain how the principles of cognitive and behavioral therapies are useful in a variety of settings, and be able to apply the concepts of behavioral analysis and cognitive therapy to various practical situations. [REASON]
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