This module will build on the work done in the module 'Pastoral Care and Spirituality' and give participants the opportunity to reflect critically on the model of the helping process in the light of Christian theology and pastoral practice. The module will enable participants to develop counselling skills and attitudes required in the helping process for those working in a ministry or other practice context from a Christian perspective.

100% Coursework
A 3,000 word critical analysis of the use of counselling skills drawing upon professional practice, relevant theory and theology and including reflection on the challenges faced by the Counsellor.

Assess Learning Outcomes 1-5

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the professional practice work place will help develop professional skills.

Students must have studied CYMI40468 PASTORAL & SPIRITUAL CARE or equivalent

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer team

Nelson-Jones, R (2007) Basic Counselling Skills - a Helper's Manual. London, Sage.
Nouwen, H. (1989) The Wounded Healer. London, DLT.
Watts, F. (2002) Psychology for Christian Ministry. London, Routledge.

1. HAVE A CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROCESS OF HELPING AND OF THE SKILLS RELEVANT TO THE HELPING PROCESS.
Knowledge & Understanding

2. REFLECT THEOLOGICALLY ON THE PRACTICE OF CHRISTIAN PASTORAL CARE OF THE PERSON IN CONTEXT.
Knowledge & Understanding

3. BE AWARE OF HOW TO APPROACH COMMON PASTORAL ISSUES.
Problem Solving

4. HAVE SUFFICIENT SELF-AWARENESS TO BE ABLE TO SEPARATE THEIR OWN ISSUES FROM THOSE OF THE PEOPLE WITH WHOM THEY WORK.
Reflection

5. KNOW HOW AND WHEN TO REFER ON TO OTHER SERVICES.
Communication