COUNSELLING SKILLS: AN INTRODUCTION TO TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS

COUNSELLING SKILLS: AN INTRODUCTION TO TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS
Course Code
KL 2010
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Dr B Foad

Pre-requisites

KL 151R or equivalent.

Overview

This course will introduce the basic theoretical concepts of a tranactional analysis approach to counselling skills which include the importance of contract making, theory of ego states, transactional analysis, game analysis and script analysis. Transactional analysis provides an integrated model of counselling skills and the course will therefore build on previous training and/or practical experience.

Structure

10 three-hour weekly seminars in addition to private study.

Assessment

1st Attempt: Two essays, one of 1,200-1,500 words (30%) , second 3,000 words (50%), plus weekly learning logs (20%).

Resit: Resubmission of essays. Candidates should note that a resit is not permitted for learning logs.

To achieve credit for the course overall, a pass in each element is required.

Formative Assessment

A reflective personal learning log of 250 words will be completed by all students and submitted to tutors after week 2 on a weekly basis. The log is an opportunity for students to reflect on their experiences of learning in the class, how they relate theory to practice and their own personal awareness, growth and development.

The course is a mix of presentation, discussion and guided exploration. Participants are expected to be willing to share and learn from their own experience.

Feedback

Weekly:

A reflective learning log: will be read by tutors on weekly submission and any necessary feedback or concerns communicated to students. At the end of the course 10 logs will be graded linked to the CAS and weighted at 20% of the overall course mark.

Oral participation: Tutors will give individual feedback as necessary during the course.