HMS 105 - Professional Helping

3 Credit Hours

The purpose of this course is to orient students to the helping relationship. In addition to exploring effective attending skills, the course will address the ethical considerations required of professional helpers. Further analysis will discuss ways in which various aspects of diversity impact the helping relationship. Additionally, students will explore their own professional use of self. Research from the fields of addictions studies, social work, human services, psychology, sociology and anthropology will be utilized throughout the course.

Prerequisite(s): COM 098, or EAP 050 and EAP 060

Semesters Offered: Fall