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 1 supports are universal and preventive, designed to meet the needs of approximately 80% of students through quality programming and positive school climate.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Academic achievement scores

Answer

CASEL's five SEL competencies are self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making — academic scores are not included.

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

Before any referral or parent contact, the counselor must assess safety and gather enough information to determine the appropriate level of support.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Strengths-based approach

Answer

The strengths-based approach focuses on what students can do and what internal and external resources they already possess.

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

Answer

SAMHSA's trauma-informed care framework centers on safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity.

CSC - Certified School Counselor Practice Test

CSC - Certified School Counselor Practice Test

CSC CSC Mental Health & Wellness in Schools