Counseling
9 courses · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
COUN 100 Introduction to College Survival
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 27 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is intended for special populations (e.g., student athletes) and special programs (e.g., the Summer Scholars Transfer Institute). The course helps students develop knowledge and skills to move successfully through the community college system and transition and acculturate into a four-year institution. Students learn and apply information about education terminology, community college transfer requirements, and the skills necessary for completing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Students also learn about academic, social, and cultural integration for retention in higher education through knowledge of college requirements, policies and procedures, campus support services, and self-management.
COUN 101 College and Life Success
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an exploration of cognitive, psychological, social, and physical factors influencing success in college and in life. Topics include personal responsibility, critical thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, personal awareness, lifelong learning, self-management, health and wellness, interpersonal communication in a diverse world, and introductory career and educational planning. Students learn about the purpose, demands, and requirements of higher education, as well as student support services, at both Rio Hondo College and four-year institutions.
COUN 102 Introduction to the Transfer Process
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to develop and enhance decision-making strategies for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution. Students develop critical thinking skills by identifying, comparing, and analyzing the differences in universities' entrance and major requirements as related to their educational and career goals. Students examine the requirements of universities and complete a comprehensive educational plan. On-site research/field study at universities is required.
COUN 103 Introduction to Student Leadership Development
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on building students' leadership potential. It examines foundational leadership theories and their application in student government and organizations. Students develop their own personal leadership philosophy that includes an understanding of self, other, and community. Topics covered include leadership theories, characteristics and competencies, ethics, diversity in leadership, decision making, program development, parliamentary procedure, and team building.
COUN 104 Stress and Anxiety Management for Emotional Well-Being
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at the college level.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed to increase students' awareness of the effects of stress and anxiety on academic performance and daily life. Topics include the impact of stress on behavioral, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional well-being. Emphasis is placed on understanding effective and ineffective responses to stress and anxiety, planning a personal stress and anxiety management program, and having students explore and develop a variety of practical coping skills and management techniques.
COUN 105 Orientation and Education Planning
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 9 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is designed for first-time college students as well as students who have not yet developed an individual education plan. Students are oriented to Río Hondo College policies and procedures, learning about certificate/degree options within the higher education system and the graduation/transfer requirements within these systems. The course culminates in the development of an individual education plan based on each student's specific academic goals. This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis.
COUN 151 Career Exploration and Life Planning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
- Advisory
- It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will examine student, career, and self-development theories to empower students to make effective decisions throughout their lifespan by engaging in the process of career and life planning from a psychological, sociological, and physiological perspective. Students will compare and contrast human development and career theories, decision-making processes, and factors that contribute to college success, life skills, adult workplace competencies, values, interests, abilities, and personality. Labor market trends in a global economy and successful job search and workplace behaviors will also be examined.
COUN 290 Work Experience Education/Internship for Student Services-Related Fields
- Units
- 1-4
- Hours
- 3 Lecture, 54-216 Lab
- Advisory
- It is advised that students are able to engage in written composition at the college level and read college-level texts.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor. Training is informed by learning objectives. Students work in a skilled or professional-level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and meet performance objectives related to instruction that are above and beyond the conditions of regular employment. This course is intended for students whose job is related to the field of student services and have completed or enrolled in the appropriate coursework. The course may be taken once and repeated for a maximum of 16 units. Contact the Work Experience Education Office regarding re-enrollment procedures.
COUN 299 Directed Study in Counseling
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 54-162 Lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
Independent Study/Directed Study is intended for students who have the ability to assume responsibility for independent work and to prepare written or oral reports and/ or appropriate projects. To enroll in an independent study/directed study course, students must possess a 2.5 overall grade point average, a 3.0 grade point average in the discipline of study being requested, or receive an exception from the instructor. Independent Studies/Directed Studies may be developed from any topic arising from or related to a course of study that will result in developing depth and breadth in that subject area. Students are expected to meet on a regular basis with their faculty sponsor and submit a final report or project, and student progress shall be evaluated at regular intervals. Academic standards for Independent Studies/Directed Studies shall be the same as those for other courses. Units are awarded in accordance to Title V regulations, with one unit of credit awarded for 54 hours of Directed Studies, six (6) hours of which must be with an instructor. The instructor is responsible for monitoring student progress through the semester. Students may take Directed Study courses for a maximum of three (3) units within a discipline, and may not accumulate more than a total of nine (9) units college wide.