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EDF4537 - Human growth and lifespan development

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

Postgraduate - Unit

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Faculty

Education

Coordinator(s)

Dr Vanlal Thanzami

Offered

Malaysia

First semester 2016 (Day)

Synopsis

In this unit students examine major lifespan theories and mental health issues that arise in the course of childhood, adolescence and adulthood. Historical and contemporary frameworks of lifespan and attachment are explored and discussed in the context of counselling practice. Students also examine key concepts in attachment theory and how the main attachment types play out in both childhood and later life.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit students should be able to:

describe and differentiate major lifespan theories
explain the relevance of lifespan theory to counselling
recognise how adult attachment style can affect relationships
appreciate and cultivate sensitivity to the effects of counselling on the client
articulate how an understanding of lifespan and attachment theories can be included in a practical framework for counselling.

Assessment

Essay on selected lifespan and attachment theories (2000 words, 50%)
Examination (2 hours, 2000 words, 50%)

Workload requirements

Minimum total expected workload equals 144 hours per semester comprising:

(a.) Contact hours for on-campus students:

36 hours of engagement in online, face-to-face or blended platforms over the semester

Additional requirements (all students):

Independent study to make up the required minimum hours during the semester.

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Vanlal Thanzami

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Counselling