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• Source of official student records

• Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

• Descriptions and credit recommendations

The American Institute for Creative Living (AICL)  is a nonprofit counseling agency staffed by psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric social workers, art therapists, and counselors who provide services for children, adolescents, and adults.
Founded in 1970, the Institute is fully accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services and has facilities located in Staten Island, New York and Morrisville, Pennsylvania.

To keep pace with changes in the counseling field and to provide practical training, the Institute has developed a variety of in‑service courses aimed at developing professional expertise. The Institute houses a visual arts gallery and sculpture garden as adjuncts to its counseling work. Teaching is conducted by the clinical staff. Students attend small, seminar‑style classes, work under close supervision, and receive individual training according to their needs. The courses are open to regular Institute staff, adjunct staff from other community agencies, teachers, clergy, health care providers, and volunteers. Some courses are carried on community cable T.V. several times a week. These courses have been videotaped and are also offered through long-distance learning arrangements. Staff are available (on-site) by appointment and at all other times by telephone to answer questions from enrolled students.

Source of official student records: Director of Training, American Institute for Creative Living, 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10314.

Titles of all evaluated learning experiences
Adolescent and Adult Development
Advanced Group Dynamics I
Advanced Group Dynamics II
Approaches to Counseling
Career Counseling
Counseling Practicum 1
Counseling Practicum 2
Counseling the Addictive Person
Counseling the Adolescent
Counseling the Child
Counseling the Couple
Counseling the Elderly
Counseling the Family
Counseling the Family and Couple
General Psychology and Research 1: Basic Processes
General Psychology and Research 2: Behavior in Context
Group Dynamics I
Group Dynamics II
Infant and Child Development
Interviewing Skills
Introduction to Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches to Counseling
Introduction to Group Dynamics I
Introduction to Group Dynamics II
Psychopathology
Psychopathology I
Psychopathology II
Rehabilitation Counseling

Descriptions and credit recommendations

Adolescent and Adult Development
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 45 hours (15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: January 1979 - January 1987. Version 2: February 1987 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with basic theoretical knowledge of adolescent and adult development, emphasizing the older years. Version 2, 3 or 4: Recognize the impact of physical, psychological, social, and emotional influences on growth and development; identify developmental tasks as distinguished features of adolescence and adulthood; identify patterns of intellectual and psychological growth under different social/cultural conditions.
Instruction: Version 1: Physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development during early, middle, and late adolescence; adult changes, adjustments, and reorientations; changes in adaptation processes during the older years. Version 2: Physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development during adolescence; sex differences; concept of self; vocation; social factors; emotional problems; marriage and family; the prime of life and mid-life crisis; aging; employment and retirement activities; personal adaptation to aging; health and social services; dying and death, and bereavement. Students write weekly reports on observations of persons representing the age groups discussed in class, tying in the relevant readings and theories. Version 3: Same topics as Version 2; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials and weekly reports on observations of persons representing relevant age groups that address the appropriate readings and theory. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly reports on observations of persons representing relevant age groups that address the appropriate readings and theory, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. Version 4: Same topics as Version 3. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/80) (12/88 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Advanced Group Dynamics I
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 92 hours (23 weeks). Version 2: 60 hours (15 weeks); includes 30 hours of supervised laboratory experience.* Version 3: 60 hours (24 weeks); includes 30 hours of supervised laboratory experience; or guided independent study with 30 hours of off-site supervised laboratory experience. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: July 1980 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with self‑understanding through an ongoing psychoanalytic group experience, and to develop the participant’s understanding of the dynamics and skills necessary to conduct psychoanalytic and other counseling groups. Version 2, 3, or 4: Discuss and engage in the techniques of psychoanalytic group therapy in particular and the following related group therapies: social work group, group dynamic therapy, existential-experiential therapy, psychodrama, gestalt, behavior therapy, Tavistock approach, T-groups and the laboratory method, and encounter group.
Instruction: Versions 1, 2, 3, or 4: Survey of the following theories and techniques: behavior modification; encounter group; existential-experiential; Gestalt; group interaction‑interrelationships; problem solving; psychodrama; T‑group; Tavistock. Special emphasis on the psychoanalytic group model. Lecture and discussion with illustration through participation in an ongoing analytic group experience and private consultation sessions. Use of video playback of group process. In addition, for Versions 2, 3, or 4: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials and weekly written reports to illustrate what they learned during the group sessions. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly reports to illustrate what they learned during the group sessions, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Group Dynamics I and II and permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81). Version 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours (2 lecture, 1 laboratory) in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours (3 lecture, 1 laboratory) in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the course more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of topics remains unchanged.

Advanced Group Dynamics II
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 92 hours (23 weeks). Version 2: 60 hours (15 weeks); includes 30 hours of supervised laboratory experience.* Version 3: 60 hours (24 weeks); includes 30 hours of supervised laboratory experience; or guided independent study with 30 hours of off-site supervised laboratory experience. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: January 1981 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with self‑understanding through an ongoing psychoanalytic group experience, and to enable the participant to develop skills necessary to conduct psychoanalytic and other counseling groups in various human service agencies. Version 2, 3, or 4: Discuss and engage as a group leader or co-therapist under supervision in psychoanalytic group therapy in particular and the following related group therapies: social work group, group dynamic therapy, existential-experiential therapy, psychodrama, gestalt, behavior therapy, Tavistock approach, T-groups and the laboratory method, and encounter group.
Instruction: Versions 1, 2, 3, or 4: Continuation of Advanced Group Dynamics I with further study of the analytic model for deeper self‑understanding. Special emphasis on the T‑group as used for home, school, office, industry and other employment settings, and community. Lecture and discussion with illustration through participation in an ongoing analytic group experience and private consultation sessions. Use of video playback of group process. In addition, for Versions 2, 3, or 4: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials and weekly written reports to illustrate what they learned during the group sessions. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly reports to illustrate what they learned during the group sessions, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Advanced Group Dynamics I and permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81). Version 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours (2 lecture, 1 practicum) in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Education, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the course more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of topics remains unchanged.

Approaches to Counseling
(Formerly Introduction to Cognitive and Behavioral Approaches to Counseling)
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 45 hours (15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: January 1979 - August 1988. Version 2: September 1988 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To familiarize participants from the helping professions with counseling theories and techniques. Version 2, 3, or 4: Describe various counseling methods, such as attitude modification, cognitive change, modeling, and fear reduction, associated with cognitive and behavioral approaches to counseling; use these methods in interviews and on written reports.
Instruction: Version 1: Relationship enhancement; attitude modification; cognitive change; modeling; simulation and role-playing; operant conditioning; fear reduction; aversion; self-management; hypnosis and suggestion; group methods; automated methods. Major emphasis is placed on cognitive and behavioral approaches. Version 2: Relationship enhancement (attraction, helper characteristics); attitude modification (conditions for attitude change, attitude acquisition); cognitive change (systematic rational restructuring, therapeutic guidelines, problem-solving); modeling (factors which enhance modeling, applications of modeling); simulation and role-playing; operant methods (increasing and reducing behaviors); fear reduction (systematic desensitization); aversion methods (maximizing the effects of aversion therapy); self-management (modification of the environment, self-generated aversive consequences); cognitive behavior modification (techniques with children and adults, clinical implementation); expectations, hypnosis, and suggestion in behavior change (hypnotic and self-hypnotic techniques); group methods (why use groups, leadership functions in group settings, group norms); biofeedback (biofeedback as self-management). (Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology or equivalent and six months of individual weekly conferences at the Institute.) Version 3: Same topics as Version 2; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are regular submittal of self-inventories, case assessments, and other activities, quizzes on the theoretical and applied course materials, and weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are regular submittals of self-inventories, case assessments, and other activities, quizzes on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on 10 sessions conducted by the student employing the major techniques covered in the course materials, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology or equivalent and six months of individual weekly conferences at the Institute or supervised off-site locations.) Version 4: Same topics as Version 3. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, or Psychology (7/80) (12/88 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, or Psychology (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, or Psychology (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Career Counseling
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: February 1982 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with the basic theories and techniques of career counseling, and skills in administering and interpreting various vocational tests. Version 2, 3, or 4: Discuss the major theories associated with career counseling; discuss the development of the field of career counseling; discuss the purpose, administration, scoring procedure, and interpretation of major vocational tests; discuss other related tests and their purpose; discuss aspects of good resume writing; discuss techniques for short-term career counseling.
Instruction: Version 1: Major theories of career choice; various career counseling approaches; initial interviewing; assessment; career planning; facilitating career change. Version 2, 3, or 4: The course provides an overview of the field of career counseling with emphasis on the purpose, administration, scoring procedure, and interpretation of major vocational tests, such as the Strong-Campbell Interest Inventory, Kuder Occupational Interest Survey, Self-Directed Search, Hall Occupational Inventory, and Differential Aptitude Test. Other topics covered include perspectives on career guidance and counseling; traditions and emerging challenges; contemporary perspectives on work; the American occupational structure; the development of career behavior and choice; systematic planning for career guidance and counseling; counseling of special populations; career guidance during the school years and at the work place; IQ reports and counseling; special adult career concerns; helping strategies; assessment in career guidance and counseling; available local resources; aspects of good resume writing. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination or 24 weekly quizzes, 5 activity projects, and weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination or 10 quizzes, 9 activity projects, and weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, and administration, scoring and interpretation of a complete battery of vocational/career tests on one individual to include a detailed outline of proposed counseling sessions. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1, 2, or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Human Resource Development, or Psychology (7/82) (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Education, Human Resource Development, or Psychology (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

1.  Counseling Practicum 1
2.  Counseling Practicum 2
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 92 hours (23 weeks). Version 2: 60 hours (15 weeks); includes 30 hours of practicum experience.* Version 3: 60 hours (24 weeks); includes 30 hours of practicum experience; or guided independent study with 30 hours of off-site supervised practicum experience. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study with off-site supervised practicum experience; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: September 1981 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994  - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Courses 1 and 2, Version 1: To provide the participant with intensive, one‑to‑one management of a case under supervision during the beginning, middle, and terminal phases of treatment; to provide the participant with small group discussion regarding the application of counseling techniques to his/her work setting; to encourage the participant to stay abreast of the field by reading and discussing current literature. Courses 1 and 2, Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss the techniques and underlying theory involved in conducting counseling; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped counseling sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss the techniques and underlying theory involved in conducting counseling; under supervision, engage in the initial, middle, and terminating stages of counseling a specific client or engage in such counseling for an organization in various settings and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Courses 1 and 2, Version 1: Beginning phase of treatment, including initial interview, diagnosis, prognosis, establishment of relationship, and structuring of the therapeutic situation; middle phase of treatment, including identifying trends and patterns, use of dreams and fantasies, examination of attitudes toward the therapist, handling resistance to cure, and the working-through process; terminal phase of treatment, including termination goals and technical problems in termination. Courses 1 and 2, Version 2, 3, or 4: These courses provide the student with the opportunity for an intensive, one‑to‑one supervision of a case during the beginning, middle, and terminal phases of treatment. Emphasis is placed on small group discussion regarding the application of counseling techniques to the student’s work setting. Topics covered include beginning phase of treatment, including initial interview, diagnosis, prognosis, establishment of relationship, and structuring of the therapeutic situation; middle phase of treatment, including identifying trends and patterns, use of dreams and fantasies, examination of attitudes toward the therapist, handling resistance to cure, and the working through process; terminal phase of treatment, including termination goals and technical problems in termination. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are weekly oral exams, weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, and two oral reports (one each semester) based on a detailed written outline of referenced journal articles pertinent to the individual’s desired area(s) of specialty. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are weekly oral exams, weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the supervised counseling sessions conducted by the student, and two oral reports (one each semester) based on a detailed written outline of referenced journal articles pertinent to the individual’s desired area(s) of specialty. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2, Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 6 semester hours in Education, Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (7/82). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit. Courses 1 and 2, Version 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 6 semester hours (2 lecture, 4 practicum) in Education, Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Courses 1 and 2, Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 8 semester hours (4 lecture, 4 practicum) in Education, Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for these courses has been upgraded from 6 to 8 semester hours based on a reconsideration of their application to various degree programs. NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the courses and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the courses more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of course topics remains unchanged.

Counseling the Addictive Person
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: September 1980 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with an overview of the psychological, sociological, physiological, and legal aspects of addictions, and an exposure to current major treatment strategies. Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the addictive person; use the DSM-III to refer to diagnoses within the area of addiction; indicate when to refer to other appropriate professionals when the problems of the addictive person fall outside the purview of a counselor of the addictive person; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped counseling sessions involving addictive persons. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the addictive person; use the DSM-IV to gain a diagnostic impression; indicate when to refer to other appropriate professionals when the problems of the addictive person fall outside the purview of a counselor of the addictive person; engage in counseling the addictive person in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1: Predisposing and reinforcing psychosocial factors in the addictive personality, including family and interpersonal dynamics, primary and secondary gains, and defenses that interfere with breaking habits. Exploration of various intervention strategies. Version 2, 3, or 4: The course provides an overview of the psychological, sociological, physiological, and legal aspects of addictions, and an exposure to major treatment strategies. Predisposing and reinforcing psychosocial factors in the addictive personality, including family and personal dynamics, primary and secondary gains, and defenses that interfere with breaking addictive habits are explored. Other topics covered include the DSM-IV; substance-induced organic mental disorders; substance use disorders; etiological and psychosocial factors in the development of substance abuse and alcoholism; biological basics: drugs and their effects; medical complications associated with alcohol; treatment outcomes; treatment modalities: psychodynamic, individual treatment, group psychotherapy, family therapy, differential therapy, anti-abuse treatment, self-help residential therapy, and behavioral contracting; clinical psychotherapeutic concerns for alcoholic and drug-addicted individuals; ethical and legal issues in treating addictive persons; clinical management of sexual problems with substance abusers. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on five supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81). Version 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Counseling the Adolescent
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: September 1980 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with a knowledge of adolescent problems, ways of diagnosing these problems, and the various modalities of adolescent counseling. Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the adolescent; use the DSM-IV to refer to diagnoses within the area of adolescent disorders; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped adolescent counseling sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the adolescent; use the DSM-IV to gain a diagnostic impression; engage in counseling the adolescent in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1: Review of adolescent developmental diagnostic categories; introduction to particular adolescent problems (sex, crime, authority) and various modalities of adolescent treatment. Clinical case presentations by instructor and class. Use of closed circuit video of live sessions. (Prerequisites: Adolescent and Adult Development, Basic Interviewing Skills, and a course in psychopathology, or equivalent courses.) Version 2, 3, or 4: Tasks of adolescence; epigenesis of identity; puberty and adolescence; genetic considerations; phases of development; ego development; environmental determinants; deviate adolescent development; disorders; classroom problems; problems at home: therapeutic intervention with adolescent behavior problems; working with parents; adolescent group psychotherapy; narcissism; the impact of group experiences on adolescent development; family therapy; countertransference; combined family and group therapy; developmental theory of the borderline syndrome; psychopathology of the self; outpatient psychotherapy. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on ten supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Infant and Child Development, Adolescent and Adult Development,  Interviewing Skills, Psychopathology or permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1, 2, or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81) (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Counseling the Child
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: September 1980 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with knowledge and skills in the identification and evaluation of the unique problems of children. Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the child; use the DSM-IV to refer to diagnoses within the area of child disorders; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped child counseling sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the child; use the DSM-IV to gain a diagnostic impression; engage in counseling the child in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1: Review of child development; diagnostic categories; referral process; treatment strategies: play therapy; hypnosis; parent counseling; individual versus group counseling; special problems in child counseling, such as fearful, aggressive, handicapped, depressed, suicidal, and institutionalized children. Skill practice in the use of various treatment modalities. Version 2, 3, or 4: The normal psychological growth process; function of the family in the child’s growth; child psychotherapy and psychiatry; classical nosology and the DSM-IV; childhood disorders; child neuroses; child personality disorders; child psychoses and borderline states; depression and suicide; school phobias, Tourette’s Syndrome; sexually abused children; the initial interview; diagnostic impression; considerations in the treatment process; beginning phase of therapy; child participation; factors interfering with therapy: fearful child, aggressive behavior; ending phase of therapy; concluding treatment; therapeutic modalities: play therapy, non-directive play therapy, hypnosis, individual therapy, gestalt therapy, and rational emotive therapy; parent effectiveness training; therapeutic approach of parents. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on ten supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Infant and Child Development, Interviewing Skills, Psychopathology or permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1, 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81) (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Counseling the Couple
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 2: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 3: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: July 1990 - May 1994.* Version 2: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 3: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1, 2, or 3: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling a couple; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped couple therapy sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling a couple; engage in couple therapy in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1, 2, or 3: Marriage and marital dysfunction; assessment and its implications; early phases of couple therapy; helping couples negotiate: obstacles and interventions; facilitating couple communication: problems and methods; re-education: altering attitudes, perceptions, and misconceptions; continuing therapy and termination; specific problems in therapy; therapy with a divorced couple; treatment forms for marital counseling; commonly recurring couple interaction patterns; initial interview; extramarital involvement; the dissolving marriage; couples in middle years; childless couples; alcoholism; medical aspects of martial conflict; resources of couple growth; when to make referral to a psychiatrist; male sexual conditioning; female sexual conditioning; talking with clients about sexual problems; counseling the sexually dysfunctional couple; premarital counseling: process and content, religious, sexual; premarital and extramarital pregnancies; climacteric years; contraception; family planning; premarital physical examination; AIDS. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on five supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Adolescent and Adult Development, Interviewing Skills, Psychopathology or permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 3: The credit recommendation for this course was upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, entitled Counseling the Family and Couple, can be found in the 1992 edition.

Counseling the Elderly
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: February 1981 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with an understanding of the unique problems of the elderly and the knowledge of appropriate approaches for coping with such problems. Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the elderly; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped sessions involving counseling the elderly. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the elderly; engage in counseling the elderly in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1: Developmental problems of later adulthood; prejudices, myths, and stereotypes; counseling the elderly with emphasis on such problems as retirement, illness and disability, depression, death and dying, bereavement, sexuality, and alcoholism. Version 2, 3, or 4: Behavioral versus experiential aging; the functional context of elderly behavior; psychological distress; negative stereotyping of aging; generational value differences; advantages of aging; issues in counseling older people; research in geriatric psychiatry; treatment modalities: developmental approach, psychotherapy, group therapy, peer group counseling, behavioral group therapy, re-motivation therapy, and sensory stimulation; career change and retirement; career education for older adults; avocational counseling; sexuality in the aging; counseling the bereaved, the ill, the disabled; depression; self-destructive crises; self-engagement continuum; dying; dealing with death; the counselor’s response to death; geriatric alcoholism and drug abuse; the counselor as a referral agent; innovations with working with the elderly; senility; institutional dependence; marital and family therapy involving the elderly; implications of demographic data; alternatives to traditional therapy. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on ten supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Adolescent and Adult Development, Interviewing Skills, Psychopathology or permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1, 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81) (7/90 revalidation) (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Nursing, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Counseling the Family
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 2: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 3: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: July 1990 - May 1994.* Version 2: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 3: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1, 2, or 3: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the family; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped family counseling sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in counseling the family; engage in family counseling in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1, 2, or 3: The family unit; description of family therapy; introduction to family therapy theories: system, communication, structural, transactional analysis, developmental, and psychoanalytical; research in family therapy; overview of and practice in basic techniques in family counseling, including self-confrontation, transference, resistance, sculpting, networking, catharsis, desensitization, reinforcement, and extinction. Clinical case studies are discussed. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on ten supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: Infant and Child Development, Adolescent and Adult Development, Interviewing Skills, Psychopathology and permission of Director of Training.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/90 revalidation) (7/94 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 3: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, entitled Counseling the Family and Couple, can be found in the 1992 edition.

Counseling the Family and Couple
1. Counseling the Family
2. Counseling the Couple
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY.
Length: 1.  50 hours (20 weeks).
               2.  50 hours (20 weeks).
Dates:  Courses 1 and 2: February 1981 - June 1990.* 
Objectives:  Course 1:  To teach the participant the major theories and techniques of family counseling, and to impart to the participant basic skills in assessing the dynamics of the family and in developing a treatment plan.  Course 2:  To teach the participant the major theories and techniques of couple counseling, with emphasis on evaluation and assessment. 
Instruction:  Course 1:  Introduction to family therapy theories, including system theory, communication theory, structural theory, transactional analysis theory, developmental theory, and psychoanalytic theory.  Overview of, and practice in, basic techniques in family counseling, including self-confrontation, transference, resistance, sculpting, networking, catharsis, desensitization, reinforcement, and extinction.  Clinical case presentations by instructor and class.  Use of closed circuit video of live sessions.  Course 2:  Conducting the initial interview; beginning, middle, and terminating phases of treatment; obstacles, interventions, facilitating communication; re-education of attitudes, perceptions, misconceptions.  Special couple problems:  sexual; premarital; divorce; middle age; alcoholism.  Case presentations by instructor.  Skill practice in the use of various treatment modalities.  Use of closed circuit video of live sessions.  (Prerequisite:  Counseling the Family.)
Credit recommendation:  Course 1:  In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81).  Course 2:  In the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education, Psychology, or Social Work (6/81).  NOTE:  Credit should be granted for Course 2 only after completion of Course 1.  *NOTE:  More recent versions of these courses are now listed separately. 

General Psychology and Research 1: Basic Processes
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length:  60 hours (15 weeks).
Dates: January 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Discuss how a psychologist conducts research; identify the steps in conducting a literature search in psychology; discuss how the nervous system, brain and endocrine system affect behavior; identify how the sensory system affects thinking; discuss how biological rhythms, sleep, sensory deprivation, and drugs affect states of consciousness; discuss how classical and operant conditioning, reinforcement, and punishment affect learning; explain how heredity and environment impact upon social, language and cognitive development.
Instruction: Psychology is the study of both mental processes and behavior. This first course places emphasis on mental processes and examines a variety of areas in which psychologists conduct research, the process of conducting research, biological foundations of behavior, and memory processes.  Students are exposed to psychology as a natural and social science through reading assignments, lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Major topics include: The psychology of studying; psychology on the Internet; interactive learning; psychology as a science; research methods; the psychology experiment; clinical and survey methods; behavioral statistics; the brain and behavior; endocrine system; development throughout the life span; sensation, perception; states of consciousness; conditioning and learning.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, Human Services, or Social Work (2/05).

General Psychology and Research 2: Behavior in Context
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length:  60 hours (15 weeks).
Dates: January 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Further discuss how a psychologist conducts research and identify the steps in conducting a psychological literature search; discuss problem solving and artificial intelligence; identify intelligence and how it is measured; discuss the relationship between motivation and emotion; identify the theories of emotion; identify the trait theories of personality; explain how to conduct personality assessments; explain the effects of health and stress on psychological coping; discuss each of the major psychological disorders: anxiety, psychosis, and mood; discuss the similarities and differences in the treatment modalities; identify sexual response, attitudes, and behavior; discuss social behavior in relation to affiliation, prejudice and aggression.
Instruction: Psychology is the study of both mental processes and behavior. This second course, which continues from General Psychology and Research 1: Basic Processes and places emphasis on behavior in context. Areas examined include motivation and emotion, personality, health, mental disorders, therapy, social behavior, and applied psychology. Students are exposed to psychology as a natural and social science through reading assignments, lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Major topics include: Cognition, intelligence, creativity, and artificial intelligence; motivation and emotion; arousal; achievement; personality theories and trait theories; assessment; health, stress and coping; frustration; conflict; psychological disorders; normality; psychopathology; anxiety; psychoses; mood disorders; therapies; psychoanalysis; behavioral therapy; cognitive; group; medical; gender and sexuality; social behavior; affiliation; friendship; compliance; attitudes; persuasion; prejudice; applied psychology; organizations; industry; sports; environment; law.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, Human Services, or Social Work (2/05).

Group Dynamics I
(Formerly Introduction to Group Dynamics I)
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 90 hours (23 weeks); includes 15 hours of one-to-one conferences and 45 hours of supervised group discussion. Version 2: 72 hours (24 weeks); includes 12 hours of one-to-one conferences and 48 hours of supervised group discussion; or guided independent study involving 12 hours of one-to-one conferences and 48 hours of supervised group discussion.*
Dates: Version 1: January 1989 - May 1994.** Version 2: June 1994 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Discuss techniques and approaches to group therapy; interact as a member of a demonstration group; discuss the role of the therapist, the techniques the therapist uses, the effects of transference and transparency, and how patients are selected for the group.
Instruction: Version 1: Therapeutic factors in group therapy (instillation of hope, universality, imparting information); altruism, corrective recapitulation of the primary family group; development of socializing techniques; imitative behavior; the importance of interpersonal learning; the group as a social microcosm; the dynamic interaction between the person and the group; group cohesiveness; comparative value (both the patient’s and therapist’s view); different group therapies; stages of therapy; creation and maintenance of the group; culture building; techniques of process illumination; mass group process commentary; transference; transparency; criteria for the inclusion or exclusion of patients to the group. (Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology or equivalent and up to six months of individual weekly conferences at the Institute.) Version 2: Same topics as Version 1; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials and weekly written minutes to illustrate what was observed during the group sessions. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly written minutes to illustrate what was observed during the group sessions, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director and up to six months of individual weekly conferences at the Institute or in an off-site supervised setting.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/88 revalidation). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (5/94 revalidation) (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the course more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of topics remains unchanged. **NOTE: This course, under its former title, was grouped with Introduction to Group Dynamics II. Please refer to that exhibit for further information.

Group Dynamics II
(Formerly Introduction to Group Dynamics II)
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 90 hours (23 weeks); includes 15 hours of one-to-one conferences and 45 hours of supervised group discussion. Version 2: 72 hours (24 weeks); includes 12 hours of one-to-one conferences and 48 hours of supervised group discussion; or guided independent study involving 12 hours of one-to-one conferences and 48 hours of supervised group discussion.*
Dates: Version 1: January 1989 - May 1994.** Version 2: June 1994 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Describe the stages of group formation; discuss the clinical problems faced in group counseling; discuss how a beginning group progresses to an advanced group, how to deal with problem patients, and how to terminate a session with a client and the group.
Instruction: Version 1: The composition of therapy groups (prediction of group behavior, principles of group composition); the creation of the group: place, time, size, preparation; formative stages of the group; membership problems; the advanced group; conflict in group therapy; self-disclosure; termination; problem patients (the monopolist, the schizoid, the silent patient, the boring patient, complainer, self-righteous moralist, psychotic, and narcissistic patient); concurrent individual and group therapy; co-therapists; leaderless groups; dreams; therapist self-disclosure; special clinical situations; encounter group; T-group; training of the group therapist. (Prerequisite: Introduction to Group Dynamics I.) Version 2: Same topics as Version 1; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials and weekly written minutes to illustrate what was observed during the group sessions. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly written minutes to illustrate what was observed during the group sessions, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director, Group Dynamics I, and up to six months of individual weekly conferences at the Institute or in an off-site supervised setting.)
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/88 revalidation). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (5/94 revalidation) (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the course more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of topics remains unchanged. **NOTE: This course, under its former title, was grouped with Introduction to Group Dynamics I. Please refer to that exhibit for further information.

Infant and Child Development
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 45 hours (15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: January 1979 - August 1986. Version 2: September 1986 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with basic theoretical knowledge of infant and child development. Version 2, 3, or 4: Discuss psychological growth and development during infancy and early childhood emphasizing personality development, cognition, learning, perception, socialization, and behavior disorders.
Instruction: Version 1: Development of physical, motor, mental, social-emotional, and creative abilities in infants and children. Version 2: Biological foundations of development; physical and motor development; early behavior and experience; language and communication; theoretical approaches to cognitive development; intelligence; socialization; self-control, achievement and moral values; friendship, altruism, and aggression; sex roles and gender identity behavior problems; identity formation. Students write weekly reports on observations of persons representing the age group discussed in class tying in the relevant reading and theories. Version 3 or 4: Same topics as Version 2; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials or 13 chapter tests and 10 written reports on observations of persons representing relevant age groups that address the appropriate readings and theory. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials or 13 chapter tests and 10 written reports on observations of persons representing relevant age groups that address the appropriate readings and theory, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/80) (12/88 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

Interviewing Skills
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 45 hours (15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: January 1979 - January 1984. Version 2: February 1984 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide participants from the helping professions with knowledge of, and practice in the use of, basic interviewing skills. Version 2, 3, or 4: Conduct a preliminary intake interview; complete an intake interview form or follow a prescribed format; prepare a report on the interview; discuss proper methods of questioning; demonstrate awareness of various modes of communication, i.e., non-verbal cues; use responses and leads and proper leave-taking techniques.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Proper setting; initial interview; opening and closing of interviews; effecting change; understanding the client; recording the interview; defenses; silences; questions; interpretation; client self-exploration; empathy; genuineness; respect; concreteness; motivation; confrontation; problem-solving. Students write weekly reports on interviews they conduct with clients from their own or participating agencies. Version 3 or 4: Same topics as Version 1 or 2; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly text exercises, and weekly written reports to illustrate what they learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a comprehensive mid-term and final examination on the theoretical and applied course materials, weekly text exercises, weekly written reports to illustrate what was learned during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on five supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/80) (12/88 revalidation). Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (5/94 revalidation). Version 4: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE to Version 4: The credit recommendation for this course has been upgraded from 3 to 4 semester hours based on a reconsideration of its application to various degree programs. NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction.

1. Introduction to Group Dynamics I
2. Introduction to Group Dynamics II
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY.
Length:  1. 82 hours (23 weeks).
                2. 82 hours (23 weeks).
Dates: Courses 1 and 2: January 1979 - December 1988.*
Objectives: Courses 1 and 2: To provide the participant with a basic knowledge of group counseling skills through use of theoretical material, an ongoing group experience, and individual conferences.
Instruction: Courses 1 and 2: Curative factors in group counseling; tasks and techniques of the counselor; selection of clients; purpose and type of group; formative stages of the group; the advanced group; problem patients.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 8 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/80). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.  *NOTE: These courses are now listed separately.  Please refer to the individual course exhibits for current information.

Psychopathology
(Formerly Psychopathology I and II)
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 90 hours (15 weeks); includes 45 hours of fieldwork experience. Version 2: 60 hours (24 weeks); in addition, (for credit recommendation at graduate level), 72 hours of supervised clinical experience; or guided independent study, in addition, (for credit recommendation at the graduate level), 72 hours of off-site supervised clinical experience.
Dates: Version 1: March 1985 - May 1994. Version 2: June 1994 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Discuss various types of psychopathologies; identify the pathologies based on case studies and DSM-IV; use DSM-IV to enhance understanding of case materials.
Instruction: Version 1: Abnormal psychology from the historical, biological, psychological, and social/cultural models; life stress disorders; alcohol addiction and drug abuse; neuroses; psychoses; schizophrenia; depression; organic disorders of the brain; mental retardation; clinical and behavioral evaluations; psychodynamic diagnosis; psychotherapy; behavior therapy; group therapy; medical approach to treatment; DSM-III classification; use of DSM-III. Students are placed in appropriate agencies where they observe clients and write weekly reports that include diagnoses, for their intellectual development, based on DSM-III classifications. Version 2: Same topics as Version 1; in addition: Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are chapter tests, a comprehensive mid-term and final examination involving cases for diagnostic impression using the DSM-IV, and weekly written reports giving diagnostic impressions of videotaped vignettes. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are chapter tests, a comprehensive mid-term and final examination involving cases for diagnostic impression using the DSM-IV, weekly written reports giving diagnostic impressions of videotaped vignettes, weekly written reports giving diagnostic impressions of the patients seen during the clinical setting, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours (3 lecture, 1 field experience) in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing or Nurse Practitioner (12/88 revalidation). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category or in the graduate degree category, 4 semester hours (3 lecture, 1 field experience) in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing or Nurse Practitioner (5/94 revalidation) (12/99 revalidation) (2/05 revalidation). NOTE: Credit is recommended at the graduate level only for those students who have completed at least three years of study at the undergraduate level prior to taking the course and who complete the graduate level requirements noted above under Instruction. NOTE: Psychopathology I and II constituted an earlier version of this course. Please refer to that exhibit for further information. *NOTE: The change in course hours between Versions 1 and 2 brings the course more in line with comparable college course work; the coverage of topics remains unchanged.

1. Psychopathology I
2. Psychopathology II
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY.
Length: 1. 45 hours (15 weeks).
               2. 45 hours (15 weeks).
Dates: Courses 1 and 2: January 1979 - February 1985.*
Objectives: Courses 1 and 2: To introduce the participant to the major mental disorders through use of theoretical material, case examples, and discussion.
Instruction: Courses 1 and 2: The myth of normality; history of mental illness; organic basis of personality disorganization; cultural factors in personality disorganization; transient stress, personality, and psychoneurotic disorders, mental retardation; forms of therapy.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Behavioral Science, Education, Psychology, or Social Work (7/80). NOTE:  Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.  *NOTE: The current version of these courses is entitled Psychopathology.  Please refer to that exhibit for further information.

Rehabilitation Counseling
Location: 2295 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY; or independent study program administered by AICL.
Length: Version 1: 50 hours (20 weeks). Version 2: 45 hours (8 or 15 weeks). Version 3: 48 hours (24 weeks); or guided independent study. Version 4: Predominantly guided independent study; classroom-based structure is employed when warranted.
Dates: Version 1: September 1981 - June 1990. Version 2: July 1990 - May 1994. Version 3: June 1994 - August 1998. Version 4: September 1998 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1: To provide the participant with basic knowledge of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation counseling. Version 2, 3, or 4: (For credit recommendation at the undergraduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in rehabilitation counseling; prepare weekly reports on observations of actual or videotaped rehabilitation counseling sessions. (For credit recommendation at the graduate level): Discuss theories and techniques involved in rehabilitation counseling; engage in rehabilitation counseling in a clinical or institutional setting under supervision and prepare weekly reports; conduct research on appropriate topics.
Instruction: Version 1: Philosophy of rehabilitation; medical aspects; counseling techniques; assessment techniques; criteria for evaluating rehabilitation facilities. Working with homebound arthritic, amputee, rheumatic, epileptic, cancer, hemiplegic, and blind and visually impaired clients. (Prerequisites: Basic courses in Interviewing, Psychology, Psychopathology, or the equivalent.) Version 2, 3, or 4: Foundations of applied rehabilitation counseling; professional perspectives; assessment practices; counseling interventions; basic approaches to adjustment services in rehabilitation; placement practices in vocational rehabilitation; case management; using research; treatment modalities: psychodynamic, Adlerian, existentialist, person-centered, Gestalt, behavioral, rational-emotive, trait-factor, and reality therapy; working with the developmentally disabled, physically handicapped and injured, visually impaired, deaf, ill, alcoholic, learning disabled, and elderly; insurance rehabilitation. Course requirements are assigned based on the student’s educational background. For those students recommended for credit at the undergraduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination and weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape. For those students recommended for credit at the graduate level, the requirements are a mid-term and final examination, weekly written reports to illustrate what transpired during the observed counseling sessions, either live or on videotape, process notes on five supervised counseling sessions which the student conducted, and a research paper analyzing appropriate course topics while integrating current and relevant research. (Prerequisites: General Psychology and Research 1 and 2 or permission of Director.)