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Counselling Approaches and Principles - PSYC201

The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to contemporary approaches to counselling, and to teach basic interviewing skills for use in the workplace. There will be a balanced focus on theory, research and practice throughout the unit. Theoretical frameworks used in counselling will be reviewed, followed by a step-by-step introduction to conducting a counselling interview. Role-plays, demonstrations and case examples will be used to teach basic therapeutic skills. The unit will also involve self-reflective exercises, and will have a focus on ethical and professional practice.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day

Staff Contact(s): Dr Carolyn Schniering, Associate Professor Jac Brown
Prerequisites:

PSYC104 and PSYC105 Prerequisite Information

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Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Department of Psychology

Faculty of Human Sciences

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