PCN 540 GCU All Week Assignments

PCN 540 GCU All Week Assignments

 

PCN 540 GCU Topic 1 Assignment Research in Counseling

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Research is important in the field of counseling and psychology because it can help us to understand the profession, shed light on the theories and concepts, and to determine if the application of theories and concepts actually improve mental health. Research is the best mechanism for determining if something is effective and if so, what parts and why. Write a 750-1,000-word paper about the importance of research in the field of counseling. Include the following in your paper:

1. The relationship between research and counseling
2. The roles and responsibilities of researchers in the counseling profession
3. At least two scholarly resources to support your paper

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.8.a. The importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice.

 

PCN 540 Short Answer Questions (Obj. 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 2.5)

Details:

Complete the short answer questions document.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Include a title & reference slide, as well as 3-5 scholarly references.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2. F.8.a. The importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice.
3. F.8.b. Identification of evidence-based counseling practices.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 3 Assignment Multivariate Approaches (Obj. 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, and 3.6)

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In preparation for this assignment, read the “Maladaptive Perfectionism as a Mediator and Moderator Between Adult Attachment and Depressive Mood” article located in the Topic 3 readings.

Write a 750-1,000-word paper about your selected article. Be sure to include the following in your paper:

1. A discussion about the key variables in the selected article
2. Identify the validity and reliability reported statistics for the article
3. The particular threats to internal validity that were found in the study
4. The strengths and limitations of the multivariate models used in the selected article
5. A reference and in-text citations for the selected article as well as one additional reference

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.8.i. Analysis and use of data in counseling.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 4 Assignment Descriptive Statistics Worksheet (Obj. 4.5)

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Complete the “Descriptive Statistics Worksheet.”

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.8.h. Statistical methods used in conducting research and program evaluation.

 

PCN 540 GCU Topic 4 Assignment Article Review (Obj. 4.2 and 4.4)

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Select and read one of the following articles, located in the Topic 4 materials:

1. The Role of Faculty Mentors in the Research Training of Counseling Psychology Doctoral Students
2. The Career Development of Mexican American Adolescent Women: A Test of Social Cognitive Career Theory

Write a 500-750-word analysis of your selected article. Include the following in your analysis:

1. What are the key differences between qualitative and quantitative research?
2. What are the strengths and weaknesses of qualitative research designs?
3. What are the essential components that should be considered when applying qualitative methods to counseling outcomes?

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2. F.8.f. Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods.
3. F.8.g. Designs used in research and program evaluation.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 5 Assignment Short Answer Questions (Obj. 5.3 and 5.5)

Details:

Complete the “Topic 5 Short Answer Questions” document.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2. F.8.a. The importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including how to critique research to inform counseling practice.
3. F.8.g. Designs used in research and program evaluation.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 6 Assignment Proposal Process Worksheet (Obj. 6.1 and 6.4)

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In psychology and counseling research, there may be instances in which you become involved in the proposal process. Therefore, it is essential for you as a scientist-practitioner to become familiar with the key terms and steps in the proposal process.

Complete the “Proposal Process Worksheet” document.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2. F.8.c. Needs assessments.
3. F.8.d. Development of outcome measures for counseling programs.
4. F.8.e. Evaluation of counseling interventions and programs.
5. F.8.i. Analysis and use of data in counseling.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 7 Assignment The Role of Scientist-Practitioners (Obj. 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4)

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Create a 10-12-slide presentation about the role of scientist-practitioners. Include the following in your presentation:

1. A title page
2. A description of the key knowledge, skills, and abilities of an effective scientist-practitioner
3. A description of how research reports are an essential component for the scientist-practitioner
4. A description of why data management and presentation are key components of research reports
5. A reference page
6. At least three scholarly sources
7. Detailed speaker notes that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

PCN 540 GCU Topic 8 Assignment Benchmark – Research Review (Obj. 8.1 and 8.2)

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Write a 750-1,000-word reflection essay on how to effectively utilize research in order to guide decision-making processes in the counseling profession. Include the following in your essay:

1. A discussion about how qualitative and quantitative research reports, as discussed earlier in this topic, guide the decision-making process.
2. A discussion about the key characteristics of effective writing and publication in counseling and psychological research. How do these characteristics guide the decision-making processes?

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competency: 4.2: Utilize research to guide decision-making processes.

This benchmark assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.8.f. Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods.

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

The relationship between research and counseling

Introduction

The relationship between research and counseling is one of the most important aspects of the counseling profession. Research is essential to help us understand how people think, feel and behave. It’s also an excellent way to evaluate our own practices and identify new ways to improve them. This blog post will explore some ways in which research can be used by counselors, including how it can improve the counseling process itself as well as provide information about which approaches work best for various types of clients or situations—and why!

Research is essential for the counseling process

Research is essential for the counseling process. It can help us to understand our clients better, improve our counseling skills and techniques, and improve our methods of delivering services. Research has also been shown to be effective in improving outcomes for both client satisfaction and retention rates.

In my experience, research is also essential for finding the right type of therapy or counseling that fits your needs. I have had clients come to me with a specific issue they want help with, but then we realize that there are other issues at play that need to be addressed first before we can really start addressing their main concern.

Research and evaluation can improve the counseling process

Research can help us to improve the counseling process by:

• Identifying what works, and what doesn’t. For example, research has shown that CBT is more effective than other types of therapy for anxiety disorders and depression. This means that if you’re working with a client who has an anxiety disorder or depression, it might be helpful to use methods that have been proven effective in studies instead of something new or untested (such as mindfulness).

• Discovering new ways of doing things. For example, some researchers are looking at brain scans during therapy sessions so they can see how the brain reacts while someone is listening to music or talking about their feelings rather than just talking about their problems themselves (“brain images”). This could help counselors understand how best practices affect people differently depending on where their brains are located when they listen/look at certain things (i.e., whether they’re located close enough together).

Evaluating and publishing research must be done with care

The relationship between research and counseling is a complex one. There are many factors to consider, including the importance of evidence-based practice and the need for researchers to be aware of their own biases when evaluating research. Here are some tips for making sure your work meets these standards:

• Be careful about bias

When writing about your findings or interpreting them in a way that favors one type of response over another, remember that it’s important not only to report what was actually observed but also why you think it was observed in this way. For example: “In this study we found…” vs “This result suggests…

Understanding new research can keep us from repeating mistakes and help us to discover better ways of doing things

Research is a critical tool for counselors and teachers, who can use it to guide their practice. It helps us understand what works, what doesn’t work and why.

Research also allows us to discover better ways of doing things: by testing out new approaches or methods we can develop new ways of helping clients deal with issues that have been difficult for them in the past.

Conclusion

We hope you have found this article helpful in understanding how research and evaluation can improve the counseling process. We understand that some of what we’ve covered may seem like common sense, but it is important to remember that this type of information can be easily overlooked when we are trying to do our jobs every day.