CSC CSC Mental Health & Wellness in Schools

Question 1

Which tier of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) involves universal, school-wide preventive supports for all students?

Accepted Answer

Tier 1

Answer

Tier 3

Answer

Tier 2

Answer

Tier 0

Question 2

CASEL's five core Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Academic achievement scores

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Self-awareness

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Relationship skills

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Responsible decision-making

Question 3

A student discloses persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and fatigue lasting three weeks. The school counselor's FIRST action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a safety assessment and brief mental health screening

Answer

Contact the student's parents immediately without speaking further to the student

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Diagnose the student with a depressive disorder

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Refer the student directly to an outside psychiatrist

Question 4

Which counseling approach emphasizes identifying and building upon students' existing strengths rather than cataloging deficits?

Accepted Answer

Strengths-based approach

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Diagnostic-statistical model

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Behavioral modification approach

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Psychoanalytic approach

Question 5

A school counselor implementing trauma-informed practices should prioritize which core principle?

Accepted Answer

Creating safety, trustworthiness, and empowerment in the school environment

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Maintaining strict confidentiality above all other considerations

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Applying consistent disciplinary consequences for trauma-related behaviors

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Conducting formal trauma assessments before providing any support

Question 6

Psychoeducation in school counseling refers to:

Accepted Answer

Providing students and families with information about mental health conditions and coping strategies

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Teaching psychology as an academic classroom subject

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Administering standardized psychological assessments to students

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Conducting formal individual therapy sessions with students