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    University of Western States
   
 
  Jul 17, 2026
 
2026-2027 UWS Academic Catalog 
  
2026-2027 UWS Academic Catalog
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COUN 6540 - Pre-Practicum


Credits: 4
This course helps students develop counseling micro skills by utilizing standardized patient protocols to practice clinical work with clients under controlled conditions. Using live video sessions with actors trained to present a variety of client issues, students will complete intake and assessment documents with standardized patients, take extensive verbal histories, diagnose, plan treatment, and complete six sessions of counseling, including termination. Students will also be guided through preparation requirements for a community-based practicum including, membership in the ACA, and the search for a local practicum site.
Prerequisite(s): COUN 6101 
Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): COUN 6220 
Grading: G




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