Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On completion of this subject students are expected to develop a therapeutic approach to empower clients to be self-determining in goals for health and wellness; assess the special health needs, plan, implement and evaluate a therapeutic program for a client, client group or carer; critically examine the relationship between selected theoretical and therapeutic approaches to counselling in health care; demonstrate effective counselling skills based on Ivey's hierarchy of skills for counselling; outline the physiological and psychological benefit of complementary therapies from both a personal and professional perspective; have gained a beginning understanding of the method, aim, value and purpose of a range of complementary therapies within an extended care context; apply a range of self healing strategies to enhance personal well-being.
Synopsis Utilising a rehabilitative model of care, students will be introduced to a variety of complementary therapies and recreational programs to meet the special needs of aged and disabled persons. The subject also provides the opportunity to develop and practice skills derived from selected approaches to counselling in nursing.
Assessment Written assignment: 50% + Skills assessment: 20% + Clinical project: 30%