2024 Counseling Study Notes Flashcards
What does DSPS stand for?
Disabled Student Programs and Services
What are auxiliary aids?
A form of accommodations. Examples include readers, audio books, or braile. Basically, it makes information more accessible.
Accommodations can never alter the _____ of a class
Curriculum
What is the purpose of accommodations (generally)?
To integrate students with disabilities and maxmize their independence. Basically, creating a level playing field for all students to have the opportunity to pursue their educational and career goals.
What is a situation in which DSPS can still help a student, but won’t be paid for it?
If the student has educational limitiations, not disability related limitations. (Lack of schooling, cultural barriers, etc)
What is an AAP?
Academic Accommodation Plan - record of the interactive process between a student and counselor
What does neurodiverse mean?
Atypical patterns of thoughts or behaviors or a person’s brain processing information differently. Examples could be autism, ADHD, dyscalculia, or dyslexia.
Three accommodations right off the bat that could benefit students on the spectrum:
Note-taker, recording of lectures, and extended time on tests.
What is dyslexia?
Could be difficulties in reading, pronouncing words, how letters link to sounds. Severities will vary.
What is a trade school?
Trade schools train students in specific professions, or trades. Examples include professions such as HVAC, welding, carpenting, etc. This is usually less expensive and quicker to complete vs a bachelors degree
What is a psychiatrist?
Mental health doctor who studies phsycial illnesses and may also work with substance abuse issues
What is a psychologist?
Mental health professional who studies mental processes and behaviors.
What is quadriplegia?
Paralysis from the neck down. Usually caused by an injury to the spinal cord.
What is paraplegia?
Paralysis of a specific area of the body, usually the legs. Usually caused by an injury to the spinal cord.
What is cerebral palsy?
What is the Department of Veterans Affairs?
It runs programs benefiting veterans and members of their families: offers educational opportunities, rehabilitation services, and provides compensation payments for disabilities or death related to military service, home loan guaranties, pensions, burials, and healthcare.
What does the Department of Rehabilitation do?
Otherwise know as the DOR: provides services revolving around employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
What is an Independent Living Center?
Serves people with any kind of disability in a local community who can benefit from their services.
What should be recommended when a student has a short-term temporary disability, such as a broken arm or leg?
For short-term temporary disabilities, recommend the student to communicate options directly with the teacher (try to figure something out for 2-3 weeks that can accommodate the student)
What should be recommended when a student has a long-term temporary disability, such as pregnancy?
There are 2 options: 1 - the student can join DSPS or 2 - or serve the student as a courtesy for that semester (but DSPS will not be funded for it)
What is the situational outlier in which a teacher should know the specifics of a student’s disability?
If the student poses a danger to themself or others. Emergency situation procedures should then take place just in case.
What is a “fundamental alteration”?
A change that is so significant that it alters the essential nature of the approved course outline record and the objectives of a course
What is hemiplegia?
Paralysis of one side of one’s body.
What is polio?
Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus that can spread from person to person and cause paralysis.
What is muscular dystrophy?
A muslce disease caused by mutations in a person’s genes.
What can be affected by a TBI?
Traumatic brain injuries can affect: Cognition, attention, memory, information processing, problem-solving, language or speech, psycho-social behaviors, physical functioning, etc.
Equity vs Equality:
Equality means equal treatment, but everyone doesn’t have equal abilities or maturity. Equity to me means that it’s understanding everyone is different, and meeting he or she where they’re at, and providing the resources and support in order for that individual to succeed.
Is compulsive gambling a condition that DSPS can provide accommodations for?
No
Is kleptomania a condition that DSPS can provide accommodations for?
No
Is pyromania a condition that DSPS can provide accommodations for?
No
Is the gender reassignment process or surgey a condition that DSPS can provide accommodations for?
Yes
Is substance abuse a condition that DSPS can provide accommodations for?
Yes, but need documentation that verifies that he or she completed a 12-step treatment program
Why is it common for students to have note-taking problems?
Too much information all at once = Visual + reading & processing + auditory + writing (it’s a lot to process)
Who or what protects all student accommodations?
ADA = Americans with Disabilities Act
Can recording of lectures be unethical?
For the most part, no. Recording wise, there might be a counseling or psychology class involving personal information being divulged.
If a teacher has a problem with the recording of lectures accommodation, what should you recommend?
The ADA protects the students’ right to have that accommodation, and if they would like, the teacher can record themselves (but chances are they won’t because it’s too much work)
Do you need Internet connection or good Wifi for GLEAN or Otter?
Otter (GLEAN not necessarily)
GLEAN or Otter: real-time transcription of audio?
Otter
GLEAN or Otter: transcription available after the recording?
GLEAN
GLEAN or Otter: “Quiz Me” feature?
GLEAN (Quiz Me is awesome)
GLEAN or Otter: specifically meant for college students?
GLEAN
GLEAN or Otter: meant for business, but can still be a good fit for some students?
Otter
GLEAN or Otter: Which one has a AI chat area where users can ask questions about the real-time transcript?
Otter (Otter chat)
GLEAN or Otter: Which one creates a summary & outline after a recording?
Otter
What is vital to remember when it comes to the recording of lectures accommodation?
Recordings can not be shared amongst other students
GLEAN or Otter: Can ask in the chat area to make study guides, vocab lists, or to summarize the last 10 min if a student has to leave the class for bathroom or something?
Otter
Recording of lectures recommendation for a student who prefers to sit in the back of the classroom, but isn’t picking up good audio?
Can record with phone in the front of the class, and login on both phone and laptop. Login on mutliple devices is only available on Otter, not GLEAN.
GLEAN or Otter: Can login on multiple devices at the same time?
Otter
What is the difference between screening and non-screening majors?
Refers to the level of selectivity and specific criteria involved in the admission process. Screening = more competitive
In order to transfer to a four-year university, what type of courses need to be certified?
GEs (under credit forms) (student has to be accepted by the university and willing to transfer)
What does IGETC stand for?
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
What are the two main transfer patterns?
CSU GE Breadth (only for CSUs) and IGETC (eligible for CSUs, UCs and private universities)
What is the importance of GE certification before transferring?
The four-year univesrity is being ensured that the student has fulfilled all lower-level GE requirements, allowing them to focus on upper-division courses.
When should students apply for GE certification?
Usually right before they are about to transfer: their last semester
How do students request GE certification?
Students can request it from counseling or admissions offices.
Are TAG programs available at CSUs?
No, only UCs.
Do all UCs have TAG programs?
No, only 6. (UCI, UCSB, UC Davis, UC Merced, UC Riverside, and UC Santa Cruz)
What is a TAG program? How does it work?
Students will apply for the TAG program, along with their regular UC application. If they meet specific requirements, they will have guranteed admission. (Only involves specific majors for specific campus (6 total campuses). Benefits for students include: guranteed admission, early review of academic records, and advising on courses to take before transfer.
What is probation?
Probation is a status assigned to students who fail to meet certain academic or progress standards. Being put on probation results in registration holds (would have to meet with a counselor to register for classes), and financial aid ineligibility.
What is the difference between academic probation and progress probation?
Academic probation is when a student’s GPA is below a 2.0 after attempting 12 units ; Progress probation is when 50% of more of at least 12 units have “Ws” (Withdrawals), “I” (Incompletes), “NP” (No Pass), or “NC” (No Credit). This is an important reminder to not have students take too many non-credit courses at once, especially if they have a lot of “Ws”, incompletes, or “NPs”.
What would a student need to do to become removed from probation?
Does a registered nurse (ADN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN) have more of a responsibilty?
ADN
What are humanities classes about?
Studies of the cultural patterns of western civilization. Basically the historical background of literature, painting, drama, architecture, etc.
Why do students benefit from inclusive and accommodating classrooms?
Because a variety of learning techniques are used. (There are actually improved educational outcomes from students both disabled and non-disabled). Examples include introductions to visual schedules, manipulatives (physical teaching tools such as blocks, or coins), and comprehension strategies.
What is important to explain to students on the spectrum (ASD)?
Explain the why of everything that is being done.
What are some feelings that students on the spectrum might have because of what others, or society, brings onto them?
Guilty, shameful, or bad about themselves. (Which they might internalize and carry with them)
What can be a recommendation for students in terms of beneficial relationships?
We should all be striving to surround ourselves with those who bring the best out of each other
What does DSPS stand for?
Disabled Student Program and Services
What is a nonresident waiver? How would a student be eligible for a NR waiver?
A nonresident waiver is a waiver that allows a nonresident students to not have to pay for out of state enrollment fees. In order to be eligible, the student would have to attend CA school full time for 3 years, graduated from a CA HS or CC.
Where should you refer undocumented students on campus (MC)?
UPRISE counselors
Where can a nonresident waiver form be found for students?
SURF
What is the minimum amount of units a student needs to take for a nonresident waiver form?
Min 6 units
How is the nonresident waiver form similar to accommodations?
Both have to be re-requested each semester.
IMPORTANT ABOUT TAG!
Even though a student submits a TAG application, doesn’t mean they don’t have to submit a general application as well. Students have to submit both!
What is a pre-major?
A pre-major is a pathway for students who have not yet formally declared their major but might be interested. A pre-major allows students to take introductory courses and fulfill GEs while exploring their interests.
What is the Dual Admission Program?
Basically like a TAG program that starts in HS -> CCC ; The purpose of the Dual Admission Program is to increase the chances of access for HS students to UCs (students still have to fulfill TAG requirements at CCC)
What is a good rundown of how to approach TAG for a specific student?
Review the current TAG matrix first -> then go to the individual school to review details for specific major/courses
What class requires a stove, oven, basic kitchen equipment, food, a food scale, food thermometer, and $75-$100 worth of supplies? The book for the class is also $235.
NUTR 120
