Module Outline
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Counselling 1a
Counselling 1a
Module
National Code
State Code
50740
50740
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
090599 - Human Welfare Studies And Services, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
34
Description
This unit is the first of a two part
programme to develop knowledge and
skills in initial counselling processes
for people engaged as direct care
workers in the human services area. It
will clarify the role of a counsellor/
helper as a para professional and
develop both understanding of the
counselling process and theoretical
models of counselling/helping. There
will be an emphasis on developing
self-understanding as an individual
helper and practising initial
counselling skills through micro
counselling and role playing.
programme to develop knowledge and
skills in initial counselling processes
for people engaged as direct care
workers in the human services area. It
will clarify the role of a counsellor/
helper as a para professional and
develop both understanding of the
counselling process and theoretical
models of counselling/helping. There
will be an emphasis on developing
self-understanding as an individual
helper and practising initial
counselling skills through micro
counselling and role playing.
No information
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
Assignment on a designated aspect of
the counselling process 30%
Presentation and participation in class
seminars 30% Micro counselling regarding practice
aspects 20%
Essay on theme of
self-understanding 20%
Each student will complete an essay on
a topic covering
one or more aspects of the counselling
process.
800 words minimum. Topics to be selected by the lecturer.
30%
Each student will make a class
presentation on a theoretical
model for counselling, topics to be
arranged with the
lecturer. Students will be expected to participate in discussions of
each presentation. 30%
Micro-counselling situations will be
established for
students to practice specific skills.
Assessment will
be made by peers and lecturers
according to agreed
criteria. 20%
Each student will write an essay
demonstrating his/her
understanding of traits and abilities
which will influence
his/her role as a counsellor. 20%
Assignment on a designated aspect of
the counselling process 30%
Presentation and participation in class
seminars 30% Micro counselling regarding practice
aspects 20%
Essay on theme of
self-understanding 20%
Each student will complete an essay on
a topic covering
one or more aspects of the counselling
process.
800 words minimum. Topics to be selected by the lecturer.
30%
Each student will make a class
presentation on a theoretical
model for counselling, topics to be
arranged with the
lecturer. Students will be expected to participate in discussions of
each presentation. 30%
Micro-counselling situations will be
established for
students to practice specific skills.
Assessment will
be made by peers and lecturers
according to agreed
criteria. 20%
Each student will write an essay
demonstrating his/her
understanding of traits and abilities
which will influence
his/her role as a counsellor. 20%
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9740 | Training the Handicapped | Accredited course |