Advanced practice skills for human services B
Leah Zaks
3 hours per week * Second semester * Caulfield * Prerequisite: WEL3310
Theories of change: change on the psychological level, on the interpersonal level, on the level of beliefs and values, the paradox of change, the practice of change. Processes: setting the stage for working, the initial interview, understanding the client position, analysing the nature of the problem, uncovering clients' unique constructs and preferred solutions, case planning, termination. Interventions: skills and techniques, direct and indirect methods, behavioural techniques, rational approaches, focused solution development, recognising and overcoming impasse.
Assessment
Written (6000 words): 60% * Practical/Laboratory work: 40%
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As for WEL3310