EDF4537 - Human growth and lifespan development - 2019

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

Postgraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Faculty

Education

Chief examiner(s)

Ling Mee Chooi

Coordinator(s)

Ling Mee Chooi

Unit guides

Offered

Malaysia

  • First semester 2019 (On-campus)
  • Second semester 2019 (On-campus)

Co-requisites

Enrolment in D6006 MProfCouns

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:

  1. describe and differentiate major lifespan theories
  2. explain the relevance of lifespan theory to counselling
  3. recognise how adult attachment style can affect relationships
  4. appreciate and cultivate sensitivity to the effects of counselling on the client
  5. 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%)

Case study on applying life-span development theories (2000 words, 50%)

Workload requirements

Minimum total expected workload equals 144 hours per semester comprising:

  1. Contact hours for on-campus students:
    • 36 hours of engagement in online, face-to-face or blended platforms over the semester
  2. Additional requirements (all students):
    • Independent study to make up the required minimum hours during the semester.

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