James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2014

ED5863 - Foundations of Counselling Practice

Credit points: 03
Year: 2014
Student Contribution Band: Band 1
Administered by: School of Education (pre 2015)

Available to Post Graduate Certificate of Education [35111], Master of Education [102104;34004]. Core subject for Master of Guidance and Counselling [34704] students.

This subject introduces the Egan Skilled Helper model of problem management and opportunity development. The application of counselling theories within this model will be investigated. Students will develop their understanding of the practical application of the model. The core micro skills used in interviewing and counselling will be introduced and practiced.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:ED5862 AND ALLOW CONCURRENT FOR ED5862

Availabilities

Cairns, Block, Study Period 1
Census Date 27-Mar-2014
Face to face teaching 05-Apr-2014 to 08-Apr-2014 (4 days face to face teaching)
Coord/Lect: Dr Margaret Carter.
Assessment:scholarly project (30%); video recording of 3 counselling sessions; transcription analysis and written reflective report of 1x30 minute counselling session (45%); online reflective tasks (25%).
Special Assessment Requirements:Students must pass both the scholarly project, the video recording of counselling session plus transcription analysis and written reflective report of one session, and online reflective tasks to pass the subject

JCU Singapore, Limited, Study Period 52
Census Date 17-Jul-2014
Face to face teaching (Counselling microskills will be introduced and practised. Face-to-face teaching dates to be advised)
Coordinator: Dr Margaret Carter
Contact hours:
  • 25 hours workshops/Seminars
    Assessment:scholarly project (30%); video recording of 3 counselling sessions; transcription analysis and written reflective report of 1x30 minute counselling session (45%); online reflective dialogue (25%).
    Special Assessment Requirements:Students must pass both the scholarly project, the video recording of counselling session plus transcription analysis and written reflective report of one session, and online reflective tasks to pass the subject

    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.