EDF6534

Field experience and practice issues ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr N Jacobs

Offered:
Singapore First semester 2006 (OCL)
Singapore SA-02 2006 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2006 (OCL)
Singapore Second semester 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: The lectures, on-line discussion, and field placements develop a range of professional skills and acquaint students with issues of professional ethics and practice in counselling.

Objectives: The broad aims of this unit are for you to develop an understanding of the ethical, legal and moral obligations of professional counsellors; to demonstrate comprehension of the codes of ethics for counsellors for relevant regions of practice; to demonstrate implementation of ethical principles in field practice; to develop and make evident appropriate decision-making processes regarding ethical dilemmas in counselling; and to determine the limits of your professional competency and be ready to make appropriate specialist referrals.

Assessment: Essay on ethical issues in counselling practice (3000 words): 30% + Written case reports (3000 words): 30% + Supervisor Evaluations (equivalent 2000 words): 40% (comprising 30% Field supervisor + 10% University supervisor)

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF6531