CNS6310-01-S112 Human Growth and Development

This is a course in applied developmental counseling. Drawing from the biological, cognitive, socio-emotional, and spiritual markers set forth by the major theories of human growth, students will be able to conceptualize the needs of their clients within a developmental framework. Recognizing that the developmental process is influenced by many controllable and uncontrollable forces throughout one's lifespan, this course takes into account both resilient and redemptive models for promoting growth and for overcoming personal and systemic obstacles. Personal exploration of one's own developmental process is built into course assignments. Consideration is also given to the process of spiritual transformation as an integral part of the Creator's design for growth. Prerequisite: Undergraduate Developmental Psychology