There is ONE element of assessment for this module. A REFLECTIVE ESSAY (100%) which must include an accompanying DVD to show evidence of skills practice.

A 1500 word ESSAY to demonstrate understanding, application and reflection on the use of effective counselling skills (LOs 1 & 3). To demonstrate achievement of LO 2, as an essential part of this assessment, students must also submit a DVD containing satisfactory evidence of skills practice.

Formative Assessment/Feedback:
Students will practice active listening skills and observation skills, within class sessions, and will be given feedback by peers and staff. Formative feedback will be available on essay plans.

This module offers an opportunity for students to develop core counselling skills and personal awareness. There is an introductory lecture, exploring `what is counselling?' Subsequent sessions use experiential exercises in large and small groups to explore self awareness and ethical dimensions. Students will work in small groups to develop their skills and reflective practice. Some sessions will involve recording interactions within the counselling facilities.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (24)
12 x 2 hour sessions:
Large group teaching including demonstrations and videos
Experiential exercises in small and large groups
Skills practice in small groups

Guided Independent Study: (126)
42 hours Independent Reading
42 hours Assessment Preparation
42 hours Preparation for Class Based Activities

Counselling base room and three cubicles
Access to audio and video facilities in the counselling suite and the observation suite
Blackboard VLE
Library resources
Art and craft materials

BACP (2010) Ethical framework for good practice in counselling and psychotherapy. Lutterworth: BACP.
Claringbull, N. (2010). What is counselling and psychotherapy? Exeter: Learning Matters.
Culley, S. & Bond, T. (2011). Integrative counselling skills in action (3rd edition). London: Sage

Registered on the BSc Psychology and Counselling award