- Course Code
- KL 1010
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Ms Elaine Cameron
Pre-requisites
None
Overview
Counselling Skills 1 will introduce the theory, practice and ethics of using counselling skills. It will focus on five overlapping areas of work: theory, skills practice, professional development, personal development, and self-assessment. The theory section will entail establishing a definition of counselling, and distinguishing it from other helping activities, as well as offering an overview of the development of counselling and introducing Roger's person-centred approach. Participants will have the opportunity to practice active listening skills and learn how to communicate empathetic understanding. Professional development will consider ethical considerations, particularly the need for confidentiality and boundaries. The importance of on-going personal development and self-assessment will be emphasised.
Structure
Weekly seminars in addition to private study with learning support materials.
Assessment
1st Attempt: In-course assessment: essay (25%); learning log (25%); oral assessment (50%) [divided between practice 25% and participation/attendance 25%]. Candidates should note that to achieve credit for the course overall, a pass in each element is required.
Resit: In-course assessment: essay (25%); learning log (25%); oral assessment (50%) [divided between practice 25% and participation/attendance 25%]. Candidates should note that to achieve credit for the course overall, a pass in each element is required.