2025-2026 Course List

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REHBCredits

Rehabilitation principles practices, philosophy, and history of rehabilitation will be addressed in various settings. Trends, legislation, and service delivery systems will be investigated. (Fall)

Basic medical information essential to understanding the functional limitations and rehabilitation implications of individuals with disabling conditions. Information on the etiology, prognosis, potential complications, treatment procedures, rehabilitation strategies, and vocational implications will be addressed with respect to a representative sample of disabling conditions. In addition, an introduction to medical and therapeutic services, restorative techniques, and some medical terminology will be provided. (Fall)

Overview of the psychological and social aspects of disability with an emphasis on diversity of experience among individuals with disabilities and their families. The impact of social and psychological aspects of disability on public attitudes, public policy, and law will be examined. The adjustment process experienced by individuals with disabilities and their families will be examined from the perspective of the personal and social context in which adjustment occurs. (Fall)

Critical review of recent research findings and related practices in rehabilitation and allied disciplines. (Spring)

Beginning theory and related techniques of counseling and vocational development are presented utilizing lecture and role play to convey key concepts in rehabilitation counseling. (Fall)

Applied theory and techniques in rehabilitation counseling are presented, including specific applications to various disabilities in both groups and individual practice. Interactions are required in addition to regular class meetings. (Spring)

The student is involved in all phases of interviewing, counseling, diagnosis, assessment, planning, and analysis, transferable skills analysis, and integration of the knowledge and skills required of practicing rehabilitation counseling. (Summer)

A project performed, with prior approval, under the close supervision of a faculty member.(Summer, Fall, Spring)

Through readings and by taking and administering diverse tests, the student will gain knowledge of the theory and methods of test construction, appropriateness of individual tests, and practical applications of measurement and evaluation. (Spring)

Overview of career development theories. Relates career development to the challenges and barriers associated with disability. Employment development, job seeking and job retention factors that pertain to employment, and career planning for individuals with disabilities who participate in rehabilitation programs are examined. (Spring)

Provides the student with an individualized learning opportunity related to development and enhancement of direct counseling competencies through supervised, applied counseling experience in a public or private agency that provides counseling and related rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities. Enrollment in the rehabilitation counseling practicum requires successful completion (grade B or better) of REHB 651 - Rehabilitation Counseling Techniques or comparable counseling competence as demonstrated by a method determined through academic advisement. Typically, the rehabilitation counseling practicum will be completed prior to enrollment in the rehabilitation counseling internship or through academic advisement, concurrently with initiation of the internship.

Writing a paper utilizing substantial bibliographic research under the direction of a faculty member. (Summer, Fall, Spring)

The student provides a comprehensive array of professional rehabilitation services, including counseling and case management services at an accredited rehabilitation agency, facility, or program under the coaching of a qualified counselor-coach and university supervisor before entering professional employment.(Summer, Fall, Spring)

Performance of a formal research paper under the direction of a graduate faculty member. (Summer, Fall, Spring)

RPLSCredits

A foundation course that introduces the student to the profession of leisure services. Emphasis is placed on recreation in the student's life, the development of the profession, the community leisure service system and careers in recreation, parks and leisure services.

This course addresses esports collaboration and exposes active contribution into competitive esports play. Esports is studied in relation to commitment to improve, self-confidence, mental practice, focus, social development, collaboration, goal setting and strategic thinking. Students will be introduced to mechanics, metadata, structure, and strategies needed to win and put those skills together to build the team and practice in the game.

This course reviews the significance and potential of tourism and travel at the community level. The focus is on small to mid-size examples and the ways in which community tourism is a collaboration between various organizations and city park and recreation departments to develop, promote, and implement tourism events.

In this course we will explore the importance of the natural world and how individuals and societies interact with and impact nature. Students will apply ethical frameworks of sustainability, rights, and justice to understand conservation and resource management practices in public and private lands. Students will analyze and reflect upon complex narratives that guide how diverse people and natural systems interact.

A broad survey course that is concerned with game and non-game wildlife species. Habitat is stressed throughout the course as a necessity for maintaining a species. Funding of wildlife programs and changing attitudes of the public are concerns throughout this course.

This course covers various topics for undergraduates in Recreation and Parks Leadership Studies and related fields. Students are exposed to best practices and current challenges in the industry and are given experiential opportunities to make connections for career advancement. Additional fees may apply. May be repeated, as topics vary.

This course is designed to be an overview of Therapeutic Recreation Services in a variety of human service settings with emphasis on the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of leisure and recreation programs performed by therapeutic recreation specialists serving persons with physical, mental, emotional or social limitations.

Through interactive assignments, students will learn and practice the skills and techniques used by direct leaders in the Recreation and Parks profession. Topics include an introduction to leadership practices, program planning, activity selection, and activity facilitation for diverse groups.

This course addresses leisure wellness and incorporates leisure into life as a balancing force for healthy living. Leisure is studied in relation to: work, time and money management, stress management, healthy relationships, life choices and decisions, personal and community resources, career opportunities and in relation to current issues in politics and in the work place.

This course is designed to be taken two semesters before students completes their practicums. It will help students identify and secure a practicum. It will also help students establish reasonable expectations for a quality practicum experience.

An introduction to experiential education practices, methods for instruction and planning in outdoor settings, and outdoor skill development.