EDF6516

Counselling, guidance and pastoral care in schools

(EDU)

Not offered in 2002

12 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Clayton + Prohibition: GED1601/1701

Synopsis: Concepts and models of pastoral care and student welfare. Common psychological difficulties experienced by children and adolescents. Normal developmental difficulties and some more atypical problems. Approaches for dealing with anxious, depressed, and behaviourally disturbed students. Basic counselling skills suitable for use by teachers working with individuals and groups of children.

Assessment: Assignment (3500 words): 40% + Presentation: 30% + Test: 30%