PSY474 Counselling Skills (8)

The aim of this subject is to provide students with a systematic introduction to the theory and practice of counselling. Students will learn about the knowledge, skills, ethical, legal and professional issues related to working with a variety of clients of different ages, cultural backgrounds including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and presenting concerns in a range of settings.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
Bathurst Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PSY474. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Psychology

Enrolment Restrictions

4th year Psychology students only.

Incompatible Subjects

PSY437

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to discuss and evaluate the ideas and theories that inform counselling practice;
  • be able to demonstrate knowledge and practice of basic counselling micro skills with diverse populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples;
  • be able to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses as a counsellor; and
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of the process of professional regulation for psychologists including: Familiarity with National Law (reporting obligations and reporting of notifiable conduct); familiarity with the Commonwealth and state laws (in regard to limitations of confidentiality, privacy laws and the NSW Crimes Act); familiarity with the PsyBA code of ethics and ethical guidelines for psychologists; and familiarity with the appropriate collection, storage and destruction of data.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • What is counselling?
  • Ethical and legal issues
  • Professional issues
  • Counselling in a multicultural society
  • Counselling with diverse populations in a variety of settings
  • Foundation skills

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2021. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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