EDF6501

Counselling psychology: theories and practice (12 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr J Simmonds

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and application of the relevant psychological counselling microskills and be able to integrate them to conduct initial counselling interviews; be able to describe and apply sound practice principles concerning the physical counselling setting, the therapeutic relationship and professional boundaries, methods of assessment, planning, intervention, record keeping, and evaluation of therapy, and be able to critically evaluate the scientific standing of various therapies according to accepted research and professional criteria.

Assessment: Critical evaluation and presentation (2000 words, 20 minutes) 30%, transcript and annotation of an initial counselling session (equivalent to 2000 words - 30%), review of progress over a course of counselling: (equivalent to 4000 words - 40%).

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Off-campus attendance requirements: Note: Off-campus students must attend a one-week Residential school

Prerequisites: Completion of an APS accredited major sequence in psychology