This unit of study will focus on fundamental theory and intervention practices of a range of therapeutic paradigms relevant to counselling. Students will enhance their counselling skills and strengthen case formulation skills through class activities and assessment tasks.
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Analyse the fundamental theories and intervention practices of a range of therapeutic paradigms relevant to counselling; | ||
| 2. | Develop case formulations as they relate to therapeutic paradigms relevant to counselling; and | ||
| 3. | Apply and demonstrate case formulation and intervention plans to therapeutic paradigms presented in this unit. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test on a counselling theory and relevant interventions | 20% |
| Case Study | Part A: Written case formulation (1000 words) | 25% |
| Case Study | Part B: Intervention plan (1500 words) | 35% |
| Presentation | Counselling demonstration (10mins) | 20% |
Required reading
Theory and Practice of Counselling and Psychotherapy 10th ed.
Corey, G. (2017)
Boston, MA: Cengage Learning US
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