James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2009

ED5863 - Foundations of Counselling Practice

Credit points: 03
Year: 2009
Student Contribution Band: Band 4
Administered by: School of Education

Available to Post Graduate Certificate of Education [35111], Master of Teaching [34604], Master of Education[34004] and Core subject for Master of Guidance and Counselling [34704] Students.

This subject introduces the Egan Skilled Helper model of Problem Management and Opportunity Development. Students will develop an understanding of Egan's three stage counselling process. The foundation microskills used particularly in the first stage of counselling will also be covered. It marks the beginning of your journey into the practice of counselling.

Learning Outcomes

Graduate Qualities


Availabilities

Cairns, Block, Study Period 1
Census Date 27-Mar-2009
Face to face teaching 14-Apr-2009 to 17-Apr-2009
Coord/Lect: Mrs Lyn Courtney.
Assessment:online quiz (25%); portfolio (25%); major essay (50%).

JCU Singapore, Limited, Study Period 52
Census Date 24-Jul-2009
Face to face teaching 11-Aug-2009 to 16-Aug-2009 (Counselling microskills will be introduced and practised.)
Coord/Lect: Mrs Lyn Courtney.
Contact hours:
  • 25 hours workshops/Seminars
    Assessment:on-line quiz (25%); portfolio (25%); major essay (50%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.