Counselling: theory and practice
Associate Professor C F Sharpley
First semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: An approved four-year sequence in psychology * Quota 10
This subject introduces the theoretical and practical aspects of counselling and related clinical techniques which are designed to help people change their behaviour. Emphasis will be upon students developing a critical working knowledge of the relevant theories and skills of counselling and how these may be put into action for treatment of a variety of concerns within a range of typical counselling situations. This approach will focus upon students becoming evaluative scientist-practitioners who can match their intervention strategies to a range of client problems. Some of the topics to be covered will include assessment, evaluation of counselling and psychotherapy, biofeedback and other stress-management procedures, ethical considerations and practical skills. Students are required to attend class meetings, take part in practical work and complete assignments and reading.
Assessment
Written (2000 words): 25% * Examinations: (2 hours): 25% * Practical work: 50%
Prescribed text
Barlow D H Clinical handbook of psychological disorders Guilford, 1985