CED 539 - Nonverbal Communication

Credits: 3
Prerequisites CED-502
In this course candidates learn to read attitudes and emotions through behavior in order to enrich their understanding of and communication with others. This in-depth study of the basic components of body language and nonverbal communication includes the study of gestures, handshakes, facial and micro expressions, personal space, evaluation and deception signals, courtship behaviors, cultural differences, and
the dynamics of seating arrangements and furniture placement. Candidates complete an observation journal, research selected subtopics, and practice the use of effective nonverbal communication in various roles and settings common within the counseling profession.