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MIN 755 - Transformative Outreach for Disciple-Making Credits: 1.5
Explores contemporary practices for leading skeptical people to become disciples who know Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Emphasis will be placed on popular objections to Christianity, the uniqueness of the life and message of Jesus, and strategies for revealing Jesus as both attractive and yet also the radical. Includes material from "Christology: Atonement"
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MIN 756 - Ministry Among Marginalized People Credits 3
Within the urban landscape, some population groups struggle against a persistent condition of alienation, inequity, and disempowerment. This course invites students to explore strategies for promoting wholeness, justice, and empowerment among these marginalized populations. Gang members, international refugees, and "the working poor" will be studied as extended case studies. Theological frameworks will be developed to help inform what it means to engage in ministry among each of these groups. In addition, students will examine the philosophical and practical dimensions of several local agencies devoted to working among these populations.
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MIN 757 - Forming a Community of Mercy, Justice and Peace Credits 3
Based on a biblical theology of hope, peace, non-violence and justice. Students will develop skills in envisioning, structuring, and financing holistic church-based ministry initiatives. Includes material from "Sin"
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MIN 758 - The Abundant Community: Transformational Leadership in a Context of Concentrated Poverty Credits 3
Designed to expose the participant to the principles and practices of transformational leadership in the new global city. Course will cover characteristics and skill sets of the transformational leader, as well as the practices of various transformational ministries in a context of concentrated poverty. The role of collaboration and civil networking will be explored, as well as the themes of transformational business, conceptual and strategic approaches to cities, theological foundations for incarnational leadership and other components of Christian community development.
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MIN 759 - Conflict and Peacemaking within Organizations and Communities Credits 1.5
Empowered by the Spirit to renounce violence, love enemies, and seek justice, students will learn to deal with misunderstanding, disagreements, and conflicts within churches, non-profit organizations, and local communities. In an effort to practice peace of Anabaptists are susceptible to gossip and to passive-aggressive avoidance of conflict instead of moving toward people with whom they disagree. Students will be equipped with useful and Jesus-like strategies for bringing reconciliation to parties in conflict.
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MIN 760 - Practicum Assessment and Discernment Credits 0
After 15 units of course work, students in the educational leadership program (MA theology, MA Old Testament or MA New Testament) are required to meet with their academic advisor and one other faculty member of their choice. The aim of the meeting is to assess their academic progress, to discern suitable practical placements, to decide on thesis or senior seminar path and to discuss possible vocational outcomes.
Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 762 - Exegeting and Serving Your Neighborhood Credits 1.5
This course involves a three-stage process. First, the encounter of diverse cultures, social classes and models of Christian ministries in Fresno. Second, the exchange of ideas, stereotypes and perceptions. Third, the embrace of cultures and ministries. An intensive experience combining site visits, community living, interviews, debriefing, group discussion, reading, journaling and integrative writing. Provides a rich context for self-examination and ministry preparation. Auditors must pay travel costs.
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MIN 765 - Spiritual Direction for the Community Developer Credits 0
Designed to place Community and Leadership Transformation students in conversation with key community leaders who have participated significantly in some aspect of Gospel-centered community transformation efforts over a number of years. Particular attention is paid to the personal and spiritual disciplines that represent best practices cultivated in the context of often complex and overwhelming circumstances, that lead to a leader's sustainability over the long-haul. Conversation is also focused on the decisions facing the student as they choose their place in the work of Gospel-centered community transformation, with the community leader listening to the student's life and providing prayerful insight.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 768 - Serving Resiliently Through Crises and Trauma Credits 2 - 3
Mobilizing the congregation as a care-giving community, focusing on pastoral care, counseling through the lifespan, and guiding others through life challenges and key decisions in their lives. Special attention will be given to how church leaders can sustain their health and effectiveness as they walk with others through extreme circumstances.
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MIN 770 - Ministry Discernment Credits: 0 – 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
Graded Credit/No Credit. May not be audited.
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MIN 770 - Ministry Discernment - Community Course: 3
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes
preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
For students in the Ministry Discernment only.
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MIN 770CLT - Ministry Discernment - Community Leadership and Transformation Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 770CLT - Ministry Discernment-Community Leadership Credits: 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
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MIN 770CM - Ministry Discernment - Christian Ministry Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
For students in the Christian Ministry program only.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 770DV - Ministry Discernment - MDIV Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 770NT - Ministry Discernment - New Testament Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 770OT - Ministry Discernment - Old Testament Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 770TH - Ministry Discernment - Theology Credits 0
Ministry Discernment is a process designed to assist students with vocational direction, affirm ministry gifts, process his or her readiness for ministry and to discuss issues on which the student may desire guidance. The process includes preparation of a self-assessment document and a discernment meeting. It is normally held in the student's last year of study.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 772 - Clinical Pastoral Education Credits 3
Provides theological/spiritual/philosophical and professional education utilizing the clinical method of learning in diverse contexts of ministry. Includes a minimum of 100 hours individual or group supervision meetings and 300 hours of direct patient-related care.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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MIN 786 - Topics: Credits 1 – 3
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MIN 790 - Creative Capstone Project Credits 2
Students explore a focus of personal interest through the development of a creative project within their own ministry context. Students will design and implement a project with practical implications for churched/unchurched people. Students evaluate what they have learned through the project and how it was experienced by those for whom it was designed. Self-evaluation will demonstrate students' summative and cumulative learning in the program.
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MIN 792A - Supervised Teaching Experience I Credits 1.5
Practicum experience that parallels Supervised Ministry Experience, but is oriented towards teaching in an academic setting. Students have a mentor/supervisor at their practicum site. Students reflect on their practicum experience and on the feedback they receive from their practicum supervisor.
May not be audited. Faculty consent required.
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MIN 792B - Supervised Teaching Experience II Credits 1.5
Practicum experience that parallels Supervised Ministry Experience, but is oriented towards teaching in an academic setting. Students have a mentor/supervisor at their practicum site. Students reflect on their practicum experience and on the feedback they receive from their practicum supervisor.
May not be audited.
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MIN 793A - The Practice of Ministry I Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in a congregation or agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised ministry experience in the many dimensions of Christian ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conferences, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited.
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MIN 793B - The Practice of Ministry II Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in a congregation or agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised ministry experience in the many dimensions of Christian ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conference, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 793C - Practice of Ministry III Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in a congregation or agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised ministry experience in the many dimensions of Christian ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conferences, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 793D - Practice of Ministry IV Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in a congregation or agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised ministry experience in the many dimensions of Christian ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conferences, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 794A - Urban Mission Practicum I Credits: 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in an urban ministry agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised experience in the many dimensions of urban ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conference, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 794B - Urban Mission Practicum II Credits: 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in an urban ministry agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised experience in the many dimensions of urban ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conferences, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 795A - Community Leadership Transformation Practicum I Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in an urban ministry agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised experience in the many dimensions of urban ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conference, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 795B - Community Leadership Transformation Practicum II Credits 1.5
Provides participants with an opportunity for learning through experience in an urban ministry agency, alongside a qualified supervisor. Individually tailored for each participant in order to provide a supervised experience in the many dimensions of urban ministry, using supervisors, lay mentoring teams, theological reflection groups, case study conferences, experience in ministry reports and a variety of evaluative and assessment tools.
May not be audited.
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MIN 795C - CLT Practicum: Organizational Leadership Credits 1.5
A directed study designed to place CLT students with a significant local practitioner/scholar to interact over issues related to leading community benefit organizations - theory, practice, and actual decision-making.
Faculty consent required.
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MIN 799 - Thesis Credits 3 - 6
An in-depth study of a specifically defined topic. A thesis proposal must be approved by a faculty adviser and by the Academic Committee.
May not be audited.
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NURS 700 - Professional Foundation and Advanced Nursing Role Development Credits 3
Students critically examine the evolution of the philosophical and theoretical foundation for nursing knowledge, including the AACN essentials of master's education in nursing and other recent reports on nursing education and health care. The process of socialization into the advanced nursing practice role is explored, discussed and evaluated for effective role transition. Emphasis is placed on the importance of a holistic approach to life-long learning for professional growth as an advanced practice nurse.
May not be audited.
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NURS 705 - Christian Values for Social Justice, Health Care Economics and Advocacy Credits 3
Introduces Christian/Anabaptist ideas and principles to analyze the impact of globalization on economics, information systems, the legislative process for financing health care reform and health care policy for advanced nursing practice. Conflict resolution, negotiation and advocacy skills are emphasized to assist the advanced practice nurse in defending and supporting legislation and health policies that affect the profession and client care.
May not be audited.
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NURS 710 - Nursing Curriculum, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation Credits 3
Focuses on the theoretical foundations of teaching, learning innovations and the role of a FNP/CNS educator in multiple settings. Expectations of a teacher in nursing education and health care practice using evidence-based best practice are explored. This course addresses curriculum design and development, methodologies of teaching and learning, classroom management, technology integration and evaluation techniques.
Take NURS-710A (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 710A - Microteaching Practicum Credits 1
Provides an opportunity to practice the process of teaching, learning and evaluating in a variety of settings. Course work involves the development of a teaching project for nursing students for a particular group of clients. 45 hours.
Take NURS-710 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 715 - Advanced Health Assessment Credits 3
Prepares graduate nursing students to obtain a complete and accurate health database, including history, physical examination and laboratory components as a foundation for advanced nursing practice. Building upon previously acquired assessment skills, the focus is on the critical skills of obtaining a meaningful history and integrating it with physical findings to begin to develop a problem list. Specialized assessments used for the adolescent and older adult are included. Organization of the database and complete and concise recording are studied. The importance of interpreting historical and physical data in the context of a client's life, culture and developmental stage is stressed.
May not be audited.
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NURS 720 - Advanced Patho-Physiology Credits 3
The course is organized around the physiological response and adaptation to disease state by using the conceptual approach such as physiological concepts of oxygenation, metabolism, mobility, sensation, immunity and reproduction. This knowledge transfers the patho-physiological basis of nursing care to a client with impaired pulmonary diffusion, to a child with cystic fibrosis or to an elderly client with pulmonary edema. Physiological concepts are applied to a variety of age groups and clinical settings. Implications for advanced nursing practice are emphasized through examination of selected pathophysiological phenomena that occur frequently.
May not be audited.
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NURS 725 - Advanced Pharmacology Credits 3
Provides the foundation for the advanced practice nurse to make appropriate decisions regarding the pharmacological management of patients in clinical practice. Pharmacological principles, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, mechanisms of adverse drug reactions and contraindications are discussed. Developmental considerations, socioeconomic status, legal concerns and complementary therapies are emphasized throughout the course. Pharmacotherapy of selected common disorders is addressed. Students synthesize and integrate diverse viewpoints, principles and selected research findings related to the complex needs of patients through case study analyses. This course, along with clinical courses, prepares the nurse practitioner for prescriptive authority. Legal requirements for writing prescriptions and the format for prescriptions as well as common sources of medication errors and methods to prevent them are described.
May not be audited.
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NURS 730 - Advanced Nursing Research Credits 3
Prepares students to understand scholarly inquiry, knowledge generation and its use in nursing practice. Methods of scholarly inquiry include formulation of research questions, identification of existing literature through the study of the research process, examination of research methodologies, data management and research utilization to improve quality and safe patient care. Social, cultural, political, ethical issues and the purpose of Institutional Research Board related to research are addressed. Students are given opportunities to carry out the research process for their own thesis/project preparation.
May not be audited.
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NURS 735 - Primary Prevention: Individual, Family and Community Health Credits 3
Focuses on health promotion and illness prevention, using evidence-based clinical prevention interventions and population-based care to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic illness, and prevent disease. The FNP option focuses on individuals, families and communities. Theoretical base for primary prevention is: health maintenance, health promotion, health screening, health teaching and anticipatory guidance. Case management techniques are developed utilizing protocols.
Take NURS-735A (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 735A - Primary Prevention Practicum Credits 3
This clinical course prepares graduate students to provide health promotion, health maintenance services and life-style changes for better health to individuals, families and communities. The FNP program works with individuals, families and communities. Appropriate educational technologies are incorporated to provide guidance. 135 hours.
Take NURS-735 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 740A - Thesis/Project Development Credits 2
The master's thesis/project is a scholarly experience that demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge and professional competence. This requirement is met by completing either a master's project or a thesis. Proposal and approval of a thesis/project topic, review of related literature and approval of a research design is addressed. By the end of this course, students will have developed the first three chapters of their thesis/project proposal and received approval from a faculty advisor to submit the proposal and IRB materials to the university for review and approval. Once the proposal is approved, the thesis/project process can be completed prior to graduation.
Take NURS-730 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 740B - Thesis/Project Development Credits 1
A continuation of NURS 740A. The master's thesis/project is a scholarly experience that demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge and professional competence. This requirement is met by completing either a master's project or a thesis. Proposal and approval of a thesis/project topic, review of related literature, and approval of a research design is addressed. By the end of this course, students will have developed the first three chapters of their thesis/project proposal and received approval from a faculty advisor to submit the proposal and IRB materials to the university for review and approval. Once the proposal is approved, the thesis/project process can be completed prior to graduation.
NURS-740A (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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NURS 745 - Secondary Clinical Prevention: Individual, Family and Community Health Credits 3
Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses and concerns of adults, children, families and older adults to maintain health and well-being. The theoretical base of secondary prevention in primary care settings is explored. Assessment and management of acute self-limiting conditions is also reviewed. Algorithms/protocols for secondary prevention will be used and developed.
May not be audited.
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NURS 745A - Secondary Prevention Practicum: Individual, Family and Community Health Credits 3
This clinical course is a supervised clinical practice in a primary/acute care setting with emphasis on secondary prevention for clients of all ages. Students work directly with a preceptor and a faculty member. Students complete assessments and case management. (One hour clinical conference per week required). 135 hours.
May not be audited.
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NURS 750 - Tertiary Prevention: Older Adults Credits 3
Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic disease management, care coordination and long-term care to manage and maintain clients through the life span. Explores the theoretical base for tertiary prevention for families in primary/acute care settings. Assessment and management of chronic conditions requiring reconstitution are reviewed. The development of protocols/algorithms for tertiary prevention is learned. The integration of knowledge related to primary, secondary and tertiary prevention is emphasized as a basis for promoting and maintaining healthcare.
NURS-745 (Required, Concurrent).
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NURS 750A - Tertiary Prevention Practicum Credits 3
This course is a supervised practicum in a primary/acute care setting with emphasis on care of clients of all ages requiring tertiary prevention. The integration of knowledge related to primary, secondary and tertiary prevention is applied and evaluated as a basis for promoting and maintaining healthcare. Students work directly with a nurse practitioner and/or physician preceptor in a primary/acute care setting. (One hour clinical conference per week.) 135 hours.
NURS-745A (Required, Concurrent).
May not be audited.
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NURS 755 - Systems Leadership, Business and Budget Planning Credits 3
Addresses theoretical principles and skills to develop the professional leadership role within a variety of health-care systems. Transition into advanced nursing practice roles is facilitated. The advanced nursing practice roles with leadership responsibilities are discussed, applied and evaluated. Emphasis is placed on the importance of working effectively with inter-professional teams to deliver health care. The professional expectation that the master's prepared nurse exert leadership not only within the profession but also in the health-care delivery system is critical to professional practice.
May not be audited.
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NURS 760 - Role Synthesis and Evaluation for Advanced Practice Credits 2
Provides students the opportunity to synthesize, evaluate and create a synergistic environment for their expanded role as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Using the application of different mindsets, students explore their own self-mastery and inter-professional collaborative skills to increase their capacity to support and move others beyond their circumstances.
May not be audited.
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NURS 790 - Clinical Immersion Experience Credits 3
Nursing integration is the capstone immersion experience designed to synthesize and practice the knowledge and skills acquired during previous coursework. The course focuses on the application of knowledge in building clinical reasoning in practice settings with a variety of clients. Working closely with primary care providers, confidence and skills needed to move to the beginning level of independent practice are gained. 225 hours.
May not be audited.
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PACS 700 - Peacemaking Institute Credits 2 – 3
An introduction to the dynamics of conflict and skills of peacemaking, including exposure to mediation, circle, and restorative processes. Incorporates foundational theory and approaches to accurately identify conflict and appropriate processes, as well as opportunities to reflect on one's role as a peacemaker in various contexts. Typically, offered as a one-week intensive.
Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 700 - Peacemaking Institute and Mediation Credits 2 - 3
An introduction to the dynamics of conflict and skills of peacemaking, including exposure to mediation, circle, and restorative processes. Incorporates foundational theory and approaches to accurately identify conflict and appropriate processes, as well as opportunities to reflect on one's role as a peacemaker in various contexts. Typically, offered as a one-week intensive.
Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 702 - Theological Ethics of Conflict and Peacemaking Credits 3
A study of the biblical teaching on conflict, peace and justice, including questions raised on historical and theological levels. Crucial aspects of the study will include the Old Testament teachings on covenant and peace, justice and war; Jesus as exemplar of peacemaking; and the church's responsibility in conflict and peacemaking arenas.
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PACS 708 - Conflict Analysis Credits 3
A foundational course focusing on the basic concepts and dynamics present in conflict. Topics include strategies, cycles and the history, theory and practice of approaches to conflict.
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PACS 710 - Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution Credits 1
A review of the continuum of dispute resolution practices from negotiation to litigation. Evaluative and coercive practices will be compared to facilitating and cooperative methods. Provides an overview of the complete range of dispute resolution options.
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PACS 716 - Group Dynamics and Processes Credits 3
An examination of such themes as group cohesiveness, goals, norms, pressures, structures, power, leadership and problem-solving processes. Includes analysis and reflections on actual cases.
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PACS 730 - Historical Peacemakers Credits 3
A study of key thinkers and practitioners in nonviolence and peacemaking during the 19th and 20th centuries. Representative figures studied include Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Tolstoy, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Elie Wiesel, et al.
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PACS 736 - Institute in School Peer Mediation Program Development Credits 2 - 3
Provides basic conflict management and mediation instruction, skill development strategies and practice, student training program plan and materials, and implementation and/or ongoing program strategies. Designed for teachers and administrators.
Graded Credit/No Credit. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 737 - Institute in Victim Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP) Development Credits 2
Provides introduction to vision, mission, VORP peacemaking model and process, case management, volunteer training and management, restitution follow-up management, organizational development and funding strategies. Instruction based on the Church Based VORP Organizing/Program Manual. Includes a step-by-step plan for moving from idea to first case.
Graded Credit/No Credit. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 738 - Institute in Discipline That Restores Program Development Credits 2
Introduction to principles of "Discipline That Restores" and strategies and materials to implement a school-wide discipline that restores program. Includes teacher-training strategies and materials, school handbook information, notes for parents, etc.
Graded Credit/No Credit. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 739 - Institute in Establishing a Mediation Practice Credits 1
Participants work individually with the instructor to develop a complete business plan for their practice or organization.
PACS-700 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 740 - Victims, Trauma and Recovery Credits 3
This course introduces the student to an overview of victimization and trauma, cycles of violence, and recovery processes. Covers victimological, restorative, coping and healing concepts used to deal with the challenges victims face in a range of settings: the criminal justice system, natural disasters, war and other kinds of violence, and situations involving the abuse of power.
May not be audited.
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PACS 746 - Restorative Justice Credits 3
Participants examine assumptions about crime and justice. Retributive and restorative paradigms of justice are compared and contrasted. Historical and theological perspectives are studied. The roles of offender, victim, church, state and community are examined. Programs and crime prevention/intervention strategies are evaluated to discern retributive/restorative positioning and outcome effectiveness.
May not be audited.
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PACS 748 - Discipline That Restores Credits 3
Participants examine punitive and restorative paradigms for discipline in classrooms, schools and families. Participants identify and analyze the thought and behavior changes required as a discipline system changes its paradigm. Special attention is given to working with difficult situations. Changes in roles and expectations of students, parents, teachers and administrators are clarified. A range of implementation strategies are studied.
PACS-700 or CRI-704 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 750 - International Conflict and Peacemaking Credits 3
An exploration of regional and international conflicts, including conflicts between cultural, religious and ethnic groups. Attention is given to the analysis of these conflicts, as well as alternative approaches to the management and resolution of these conflicts.
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PACS 751 - Conflict and Peacemaking Across Cultures Credits 3
A study of the complex dynamics of culture in relation to conflict. Examines a variety of theoretical and practical approaches for building analytical and intervention skills for understanding and transforming conflicts across cultures. Themes include communication, symbolism and ritual, gender, identity and third-party roles and strategies.
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PACS 752 - Church Conflict Management and Leadership Credits 3
This course will focus on the special complexity of conflict in churches and the options for responding constructively. Special attention will be given to the role of structures and leadership in managing and resolving conflict. Reading will include a wide survey of approaches and models that have been developed for churches. Primary attention will be directed to comparing and contrasting options with biblical material.
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PACS 754 - Curriculum in Conflict Peacemaking Credits 3
This course includes an examination/evaluation of conflict management and peacemaking approaches used throughout the curriculum in areas such as history, social studies, literature and Christian and religious education. It also includes an examination/evaluation of current curriculums relating to conflict management, peacemaking and justice issues.
Faculty consent required.
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PACS 756 - Introductory Practicum in Mediation Credits 1
This practicum includes intensive training and a supervised practical experience in mediating actual conflicts. The practical component may be arranged through the Victim Offender Reconciliation Program (VORP), other approved mediation program or the student may arrange to mediate a conflict situation approved by the instructor.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 757 - Restorative Justice Clinic Credits 1
Recommended prior coursework: PACS-700. Students facilitate community justice conference cases referred by the juvenile court. The class gathers to discuss cases for the purposes of building skills and integrating theory and practice.
PACS-756 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 758 - Advanced Mediation Credits 3
This course includes a careful analysis of the role of a mediator, the options regarding a mediation process and each phase of mediation process in actual cases with a range of complexity and intensity. Theoretical perspectives and models are compared and contrasted with actual case histories to understand the opportunities, options, ethics and limitations of mediation in a variety of settings: serious victim/offender cases, public policy, racial and other discrimination, business and construction cases, various group settings, etc.
PACS-700, PACS-708, & PACS-756 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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PACS 760 - Mediation and the Law Credits 3
Mediation has been used to settle differences for as long as people have been disputing. The modern legal system affects the practice of mediation in many ways and is in turn affected by mediation. This course studies these effects and prepares a mediator to function both inside and outside the legal system. Statutory and case law will be reviewed. Students individually select and focus on a substantive law area.
PACS-700 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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PACS 762 - Family Mediation Credits 3
Marriage is a complex relationship with legal, spiritual, sociological and psychological dynamics. People can work through intense conflicts and emerge more committed to each other, or go their separate ways. This course covers all aspects of mediation within family relationships, it includes divorce mediation and the legal ramifications of property division and child custody, as well as processes designed to preserve family relationships.
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PACS 764 - Internship in Peacemaking Credits 2 - 6
Field instruction and practice is an integral part of the overall educational program. The internship will include a combination of observation and leadership experiences in real conflict situations. Observations will preferably cover a range of types of conflicts, whereas the leadership experiences will most likely be in the area of specialty. Journals and seminars will provide occasions for questions, reflections and integration.
PACS 700 and PACS-710 (Required, Previous).
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 766 - Mediator Certification Course Credits 1
This course completes the supervised mediation experience (observation or mock), evaluated solo mediation leadership and other requirements for state certification in California. As of this writing, legislation has not been passed. The course will not be offered until California legislation passes.
May not be audited. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 767 - Peacebuilding and Development Credits 3
Development projects can do more harm than good. When peacebuilding is one of the development goals it is important to take measures to leave people better off than before, not worse. This course shows the student how to analyze and create development projects that build peace into people's lives.
PACS-700 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited. Faculty consent required.
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PACS 771 - Methods in Peace Research Design Credits 2
A study in the nature of inquiry, this course surveys the research methods employed in peacemaking and conflict studies. Students go through the process of developing a proposal, learning the significance of doing literature reviews, developing research questions, selecting an appropriate research approach, collecting data and conducting data analysis, and evaluating different methodologies. Application is made in relation to real conflict situations and relevant disciplinary topics.
May not be audited.
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PACS 786 - Topics in Conflict Management and Peacemaking Credits: 1
Repeatable for credit.
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PACS 790 - Integration Seminar Credits 2
This course serves as an alternate culminating experience to the thesis. Models, ideas, theories and practices are synthesized and applied to practitioner challenges. Offered in a seminar format, this advanced capstone course moves students to the next level in applying expert knowledge--a shift from apprentice to master.
PACS-708 and PACS-771 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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PACS 796 - Comprehensive Examination Credits 1
This course is the required comprehensive examination seminar for all PACS students enrolled in the 40 unit MA degree who are not writing a thesis. Models, theories, issues and practices in conflict and peacemaking are reviewed and assessed through the administration of a comprehensive examination covering core subjects and selected areas of special concentration.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 797 - Continuous Registration Credits 0
Students who do not complete the project or thesis within the semesters they have registered are required to register for continuous registration each semester until the project/thesis has been satisfactorily completed. Registration for 797 is equivalent to 1 unit of tuition.
May not be audited.
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PACS 798 - Project/Thesis Proposal Credits 1
Involves completion of a proposal for the project or thesis. Instruction is tutorial and reviews procedures, along with development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a thesis or project.
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PACS 799 - Project/Thesis-Peacemaking and Conflict Studies Credits 3
Supervised project or thesis in the field of peacemaking and conflict studies. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.
PACS-798 or PACS-771 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PPC 700 - Comprehensive School Counseling and Guidance Credits 3
This course is an introductory study of the role of the professional school counselor and the principles and components of the school counseling program as an integral part of the entire school program. The course also provides an awareness and practice of such counseling interventions as facilitation skills and the development and delivery of guidance curriculum.
May not be audited.
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PPC 702A - Academic Planning Credits 2
Introduces students to principles, strategies, programs and practices that contribute to pupils' academic transition and success. Strategies and activities for maximizing learning and preparing pupils for a full range of options and opportunities after high school, including the completion of a college and university education, is at the core of this course. Hands-on activities integrate theory and practice.
May not be audited.
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PPC 702B - Career Planning Credits 2
Provides students with the knowledge of the components of career development programs, addressing the relationship between education and the world of work, using assessment instruments and techniques relevant to career planning and decision making, and providing guidance to pupils to establish goals and direction for learning and achievement. Students are prepared to develop, implement and evaluate career- and vocational-development programs for pupils.
May not be audited.
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PPC 703 - Prevention and Intervention for Achievement Credits 3
A study of counseling and guidance accountability practices that contribute to student achievement. Data-based decision making and its application to prevention education, intervention identification and evaluation is a major focus. Students are exposed to and given opportunity to apply strategies school counselors use to anticipate and address student and school problems through evidence-based practice.
May not be audited.
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PPC 707 - Organizational Systems and Program Development Credits 3
This course examines the development of comprehensive counseling and guidance programs. Students will experience the process of planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating school guidance programs. The course provides a practical and hands-on approach to creating programs for various educational settings. Effective leadership styles and approaches related to implementing guidance programs with educational teams will be explored. Students will also investigate the use of technology as a tool in the research aspect of guidance program development.
May not be audited.
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PPC 775 - Seminar in Learning Theory Credits 3
This course addresses the question, "What is learning?" through a survey of contemporary writing that ranges from Piaget to discovery learning and from information processing to the roots of whole language. In each case, students are encouraged to focus on practical classroom applications.
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PPC 786 - Topics in Pupil Personnel Credits: 1
May not be audited. Repeatable for credit.
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PPC 791 - Practicum in School Counseling Credits 1
This course consists of an overview of the role of a school counselor plus gathering 100 hours of supervised experiences that occur in schools and/or field based settings. Practicum experiences provide an opportunity to observe various functions of the school counselor. Students will keep a log of time spent in activities such as: school-based programs serving parents and family members; community service programs serving children and families; school related experience such as shadowing a school counselor, observing classroom instruction, attending district and school-based meetings, and mapping school-based community resources.
Take PPC-700 (Required, Concurrent).
Take PPC 700
May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PPC 792 - Supervised Field Experience Credits 1 - 6
This course consists of field based experiences in California public schools under the supervision of a credentialed school counselor. Field experiences integrate theoretical training with practical experience by providing an opportunity for candidates to perform, under supervision, the functions of a school counselor in all school counseling domains. Field experience shall consist of a minimum of 600 hours of supervised fieldwork.
PPC-791 (Required, Previous).
Repeatable for credit. May not be audited. Graded Credit/No Credit.
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PPP 716 - Psychological Assessment and Prescription for Linguistically Diverse Students Credits 3
This course presents theory, best practices and procedures applicable to the assessment and education of children with learning problems. The course prepares future school psychologists to strategically and explicitly intervene on behalf of culturally and linguistically diverse students who are at risk academically.
May not be audited.
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PPP 718 - Behavioral Assessment/Intervention Credits 3
Students will be exposed to a comprehensive examination of behavioral principles as they relate to the assessment and management of behavior. Students will gain specific knowledge and skills in practical approaches and strategies in carrying out experimental and applied behavior analysis as applied to diverse populations and especially within educational settings.
PPP-771 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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PPP 720 - Seminar in School Psychology Credits 3
The seminar in school psychology is designed to provide an introduction to the basic tenants and elements of school psychology. Emphases will include the ethical, legal and philosophical foundations of school psychology, as well as the pragmatic issues surrounding provision of effective psychological services to both students and staff.
May not be audited.
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PPP 722 - Assessment I Credits 3
This course is designed to acquaint students with the knowledge of human assessment and train students in assessment methods and theories particularly related to intellectual and cognitive characteristics of typical and atypical pupils, including limited English proficient pupils, as these factors affect learning performance.
May not be audited.
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PPP 724 - Assessment II Credits 3
The student will be trained to administer, score and interpret a variety of assessment instruments frequently used with children. Assessment measures to be covered include nonverbal cognition, perceptual/motor skills and adaptive behavior. Each student will acquire acceptable administration, scoring and interpretive skills within each of the aforementioned domains.
May not be audited.
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PPP 734 - Early Intervention and Behavioral Assessment Credits 3
This course covers the assessment of young children having problems that require special sensitivity to the children's backgrounds and knowledge of testing procedures and limitations with young children. Even typical young children often are difficult to assess accurately because of factors such as heightened activity level and distractibility, attention span, wariness of strangers, and inconsistent performances in unfamiliar environments. Additionally, factors such as cultural differences, language barriers, environmental disadvantage, and limited interaction with other children can have substantial effects on the interpretation of assessment findings. This course extends behavioral analysis training by introducing considerations and practicing methods needed for early intervention and assessment of young children.
Take PPP-718 (Required, Previous).
May not be audited.
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