 Counselor Education Learner Outcomes
Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision
Doctoral students in Counselor Education & Supervision will demonstrate the following learner outcomes through the development of a professional e-portfolio that is presented and reviewed on an annual basis. The following schedule will guide the e-portfolio process for all doctoral students:
- Start Portfolio: Year 1, Fall Semester
- 1st Review: Year 1, Spring Semester
- 2nd Review: Year 2, Spring Semester
- Oral Defense of Portfolio: Year 2, Spring Semester
- 3rd Review: Year 3, Spring Semester
Learner Outcome I: Professional Competence
Students will demonstrate academic preparation by developing and completing an approved program of study that meets the standards set forth by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area (1st, 2nd & 3rd year review):
a. Approved Program of Study
b. CACREP Standards for Doctoral Studies
c. Summary Connecting Program of Study and CACREP Standards
Learner Outcome II: Democratic Perspectives
Students will demonstrate development as a culturally competent, creative, skilled & ethical counselor, supervisor and/or educator. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area:
a. Philosophy Statements (required to include cultural competence, ethics…)
• Counseling (1st, 2nd & 3rd year Review)
• Supervision (2nd & 3rd year Review)
• Teaching and/or Administrative (2nd & 3rd year Review)
• Individual Wellness Plan (1st, 2nd & 3rd year Review)
b. Doctorate Internship Plan & Summary (1st, 2nd & 3rd year Review)
c. Dissertation Proposal/Final Draft (2nd & 3rd year Review)
d. Research and/or Creative Endeavors
• Manuscript Submission #1 to a Refereed Journal (2nd year Review)
• Manuscript Submission #2 Plan (2nd & 3rd year Review)
• Regional/National Professional Conference Presentations (2nd & 3rd year Review)
Learner Outcome III: Professional Identity
Students will develop a professional identity as a professional counselor educator including the areas of advocacy, leadership, social justice, and promoting caring communities. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area (1st, 2nd & 3rd year Review):
Summative Review (include the following)
• Professional/Community Advocacy
• Professional Association Role
• Mental Health Professions Licensing Board Attendance
• Student Mentorship (not to include supervision, teaching..)
• University/College Committee Participation
Learner Outcome IV: Academic & Professional Goals
Students will demonstrate a clear vision of their professional and academic goals. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area (1st, 2nd & 3rd year review):
a. Current Professional Goals Statement
b. Vitae/Resume
c. Dissertation Statement/Abstract
d. Completed Committee Portfolio Evaluation
Learner Outcome V: Professional Licensure
Students will obtain professional licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Wyoming. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area (1st, 2nd & 3rd year review):
a. PPC/LPC Verification (or Active Plan to Obtain Licensure with Specific Timelines)
b. Professional Disclosure Statement (as required by the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board)
Section VI: Appendices
• Counseling Competencies Evaluations (Doctorate Practicum in Counseling)
• Supervision Competencies Evaluations (Supervision Theory & Practicum)
• Teaching Competencies Evaluations (Co-teaching, College Teaching Practicum…)
• Departmental Annual Student Reviews
• Approval of Committee
• Application Statement
• Recommendations/References
• Miscellaneous Documentation
Learner Outcomes M.S. in Counseling
All Master's students in Counseling will demonstrate the following learner outcomes through the development of a professional portfolio that is presented and reviewed on an annual basis. The following schedule will guide the portfolio process for all master's students:
• Start Portfolio: Year 1, Summer Semester
• 1st Review: Year 1, Spring Semester (Department Review)
• 2nd Review: Year 2, Fall Semester (Committee Review & Feedback)
• Celebration: Year 2, Spring Semester (Poster Presentation of Portfolio)
Learner Outcome I: Professional Competence & Academic Preparation for Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Students will demonstrate academic preparation by developing and completing an approved program of study that meets the standards set forth by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area:
a) Approved Program of Study (1st & 2nd year Review)
b) CACREP Standards (1st & 2nd year Review)
c) State Licensure Requirements (1st & 2nd year Review)
d) Disclosure Statement/Informed Consent Statement (2nd year Review)
e) Summary of Clinical Hours (1st & 2nd year Review)
Learner Outcome II: Democratic Perspectives
Students will demonstrate development as a culturally competent, creative, skilled & ethical counselor. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area:
a) Philosophy Statements (required to include cultural competence, ethics, creativity…)
• Counseling (1st & 2nd year Review)
• Individual Wellness Plan (1st & 2nd year Review)
b) Master's Internship Summary (1st & 2nd year Review)
Learner Outcome III: Professional Identity
Students will develop a professional identity as a professional counselor including the areas of advocacy, leadership, social justice, and promoting caring communities. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area:
Summative Review (1st & 2nd year Review)
• Professional/Community Advocacy
• Professional Association Membership & Activity
• Mental Health Professions Licensing Board Attendance
• Peer Mentorship (of 1st year student)
Learner Outcome IV: Academic & Professional Goals
Students will demonstrate a clear vision of their professional and academic goals. The following documentation will demonstrate progress in this area:
a. Current Professional Goals Statement (1st & 2nd year Review)
b. Vitae/Resume (1st & 2nd year Review)
c. Program of Study (1st & 2nd year Review)
d. Completed Committee Portfolio Evaluation (2nd year Review)
Appendices
• Counseling Competencies Evaluations (Pre-Prac, Prac, Internship)
• Departmental Annual Student Reviews
• Approval of Committee
• Application Statement
• Recommendations/References
• Miscellaneous Documentation
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