CNSL 6540 College & Career Readiness

This course is designed to explore pathways throughout P-12 education that lead to college and/or careers. The course examines the field of career counseling including career development theories, career assessments, and current/future employment trends. The course also explores multicultural career issues and college admission trends. 

Registration Name

Coll & Career Read

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Demorest summer, yearly

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will:

1. Understand career development theories and the connection between work and well-being
2. Establish P-20 partnerships including parents and stakeholders to promote college and career readiness
3. Understand systems theories, models, and processes of consultation in school settings
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the I 7 career clusters and the role of counselors in CTAE
5. Utilize the College Board's National Office of School Counselor Advocacy: Eight Components of College and Career Readiness
6. Understand motivational theories and goal-setting models
7. Explore empirical research on college and career preparation and readiness including vocational, educational, occupational, and employment market trends
8. Design college access and success programs
9. Use assessment tools and techniques specific to employment and career planning