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Reflection: Kacy Norton From The Mental Health Field

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This is Kacy Norton from the Mental Health Field. We met a couple of weeks ago to discuss my credits and certain courses I should take in order to graduate within the next two years. During the meeting you informed me that summer classes are a good way to stay ahead and are recommended so I 'm not overloaded with work during my practiucm or internship. Due to my summer schedule the only available class I could is take is COU 515- Play Therapy as an elective. I was wondering if COU515 would be acceptable for my "Specialty Area" since students need approval by advisor for these courses

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