301663 (v.2) Psychology Counselling 421 - Introduction to Counselling

Area:

School of Psychology

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Workshop:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Seminar:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Introduction to a range of psychological interventions. The nature of these psychological interventions is investigated in the social and historical context. A second aim is to establish the basic counselling skills involved in interview and consultationprocesses in a conceptual framework that allows flexibility and understanding of the helping and change processes and the acquisition of basic helping and interpersonal communication skills that underpin the majority of the main theoretical systems.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit the student will - Be familiar with two formal assessment systems and will be able to apply these systems to case material and within a counselling situation. Develop an understanding of the dynamics of interaction and will be introduced to the importance of self - and other - monitoring in the intervention process. Have an understanding of major theories and techniques associated with psychological interventions, including counselling. Develop an understanding of selected major theories of counselling. Be able to demonstrate the ability to conduct an effective interview.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Egan G., (1998), The Skilled Helper - A Problem-Management Approach to Helping, (6th ed.), Pacific Grove, Brooks/Cole. Ivey A., (1994), Intentional Interviewing and Counselling - Facilitating Client Development in a Multicultural Society, (3rd ed.), Pacific Grove, Brooks/Cole. Additional recommended references will be discussed in class.

Unit Texts:

Corey G., (2001), Theory and Practice of Counselling and Psychotherapy, (6th ed.), Pacific Grove, Brooks/Cole. Geldard D. and Geldard K., (2001), Basic Personal Counselling - A Training Manual for Counselors, (4th ed.), French's Forest, Pearson Education Australia.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Case study assignment 35%, Written assignment 35%, Theories Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment. Communication Skills will be assessed by Pass/Fail assessment. Class attendance and active participation are essential - students may fail thiscomponent of the course if three or more absences occur. Completion of assigned readings prior to class. The following minimum specified communication skills criteria must be reached - develop rapport, use active listening skills, use questioning properly, reflect feelings, clarify content, completion of assigned audio tasks and maintenance of Workshop Log Book. All items of assessment must be submitted and passed for a student to be considered for a pass in this unit.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y