EDF6518

Cognitive behavioural counselling ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
Not offered in 2005.

Synopsis: This unit extends the theory and practice of cognitive behavioural approaches introduced in EDF6517: Advanced Counselling. It will include an examination of the theoretical and empirical evidence regarding the conceptual bases of cognitive and behavioural theory, efficacy of those theories for specific client problems encountered in multicultural rural and remote practice. Students will apply cognitive and behavioural interventions to specific client issues frequently encountered in rural and remote contexts incorporating multicultural issues

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to meet the following objectives. Objective 1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings of, and empirical support for, cognitive and behavioural approaches as they apply to specific client problems, especially those frequently encountered in rural and remote contexts (including multicultural issues). Objective 2. Critically evaluate the efficacy of a variety of cognitive and behavioural approaches covered under objective 1. Objective 3. Demonstrate competence in cognitive and behavioural interventions for a range of client problems encountered in rural and remote practice (including multicultural issues).

Assessment: Theoretical essay (3,000 words) 30% + written evaluation of the efficacy of cognitive behavioural approaches to a specific client issue (3,000 words): 30% + an annotated bibliography (equivalent 1000 words): 20% + video or audio taped demonstrations of interventions (equivalent 1000 words): 20%

Contact Hours: 3 hrs p.w.

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

Prerequisites: EDF6517