Abstract
The aim of this subject is to provide students with a systematic introduction to the theory and practice of counselling. Students will acquire knowledge and skills concerning ethical, legal, and professional issues relating to working with clients from different age groups and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
What is counselling?Ethical and legal issues Professional issuesCounselling in a multicultural societyCounselling with diverse populations in a variety of settingsFoundation skills
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to discuss and evaluate the ideas and theories that inform counselling practice;
2.
be able to demonstrate knowledge and practice of basic counselling micro skills with diverse populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples;
3.
be able to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses as a counsellor; and
4.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the process of professional regulation for psychologists including: familiarity with the National Law; familiarity with the Commonwealth and State laws; familiarity with the PsyBA code of ethics and ethical guidelines for psychologists; and familiarity with the appropriate requirements for data collection, storage, and destruction.
Enrolment restrictions
4th year Psychology students only.