Toward Counseling Competence: The Stanford Program

A Modularized Counselor‐ Education Program

“…This system uses extensive preassessment of previously acquired counseling skills. In the Stanford University program described by Hendricks, Ferguson, and Thoresen (1973), a student progresses toward the degree by demonstrating skills in counseling, behavior-change methodology, practicum, foundations, group counseling, research, preventive systems, and dealing with minority clients, recycling being allowed without penalty until the student reaches the required proficiency level. Horan, Stone, and Herold (1976) reported the development and evaluation of a model instructional module in desensitization that uses published materials, requires little classroom time, and gives the student an evaluated quasiclinical experience.…”

Some Impressions of Competency‐Based Training Programs

“…Competency-based training programs (CBTP) are beginning to appear on the current scene, and there are indications that this approach to the training and certification of teachers, counselors, and other educational personnel may soon be in vogue (Allen, Cady & Drummond 1969;Elam 1971; Getz et al 1973; Hendricks, Ferguson & Thoresen 1973;Horan 1972). This article presents my impressions after two years of involvement in a competency-based training program for counselors, school psychologists, and teachers.…”

Model Competencies for Attending Behavior

“…Most authors writing about competency-based training emphasize the advantages of behavioral and performance goals (e.g., Getz et al 1973;Hendricks, Ferguson & Thorensen 1973;Horan 1972). Having goals that are well operationalized is a big help in training, but operationalization does not ensure good goals or good training.…”