4426 (v.5) Psychology 540

Area:

School of Psychology

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Seminar:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

An introduction to disability and rehabilitation including an overview of philosophical, historical and legislative developments. The psychology of rehabilitation practice and theoretical underpinnings of selected service delivery systems are examined. Issues of ethnicity, gender, age and personal values about work and disability are explored. Ethical professional practice.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - State a clear and consistent personal philosophy regarding rehabilitation practice. Demonstrate an understanding of the philosophical foundations of rehabilitation. Identify historical andlegislative developments contributing to the development of rehabilitation in Australia. Understand service delivery systems operating in Australia. Explain the role of the rehabilitation counsellor and other professionals operating in a rehabilitation area. Demonstrate an understanding of the rehabilitation process and case management skills. Demonstrate an understanding of issues involved in vocational assessment, planning and evaluation. Understand the need for ethical guidelines and to be familiar with and utilise the APS Code of Ethics. The student will be able to respond ethically and professionally to common ethical problems without reference to the Code.

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:

Recommended readings for specific areas will be advised.

Unit Texts:

Annison J., Jenkinson J., Sparrow W., and Bethune E., (1996), Disability - A Guide for Health Professionals, South Melbourne, Nelson ITP. Yost E.B. and Corbishley M.A., (1997), Career Counselling - A Psychological Approach, San Francisco, Jossey-Bass. Students will need to obtain a copy of the Australian Psychological Society Code of Ethics for the ethics component of the unit.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Literature Review 20%. Case Study 25%. Case Study 35%. Ethics Exam 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

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