Module Descriptors
THEORY, RESEARCH & PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN COUNSELLING 1
PSYC70509
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 7
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Mairi Smith
Email: mairi.smith@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 103
Independent Study Hours: 197
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
- A POSTER PRESENTATION weighted at 50%
- AN ESSAY weighted at 50%
Module Details
Resources
Blackboard
Library
Counselling Texts / Journal articles
PowerPoint / Projector
Learning Resource Centre
Library
Counselling Texts / Journal articles
PowerPoint / Projector
Learning Resource Centre
Texts
Bond T, Mitchels, B (2008). Confidentiality and Record Keeping in Counselling and Psychotherapy: Recording Confidences. London: Sage
Cooper M, O'Hara, M, Schmid P, Wyatt G (Eds) (2007). The Handbook of Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Counselling. Basingstoke: Palgrave McMillan.
Dryden W, Branch R (Eds)(2012). The CBT Handbook. London: Sage
Lapworth P, Sills C, (2009). Integration in Counselling & Psychotherapy: Developing a Personal Approach. London: Sage
Mitchels, B, Bond T, (2011). Legal Issues Across Counselling & Psychotherapy Settings: A Guide for Practice. London: Sage
Cooper M, O'Hara, M, Schmid P, Wyatt G (Eds) (2007). The Handbook of Person-Centred Psychotherapy and Counselling. Basingstoke: Palgrave McMillan.
Dryden W, Branch R (Eds)(2012). The CBT Handbook. London: Sage
Lapworth P, Sills C, (2009). Integration in Counselling & Psychotherapy: Developing a Personal Approach. London: Sage
Mitchels, B, Bond T, (2011). Legal Issues Across Counselling & Psychotherapy Settings: A Guide for Practice. London: Sage
Learning Strategies
This module will be incorporated within weekly 3 hour sessions over 30 weeks; half a one-day workshop (6 hours) and half a residential weekend (7 hours), the work within sessions incorporates elements from both course modules.
The module includes lectures, discussion, student-led presentations and workshops (90 hours), allowing for exploration of issues in considerable depth Tutor guided reading will assist in developing a broad base of professional knowledge and the skills required to make informed ethical decisions. The legal ramifications of counselling will be taught in conjunction with tutor-guided reading. Directed and self-directed reading will form part of the module to broaden theoretical knowledge and to research specific theoretical interests in greater depth.
Independent Learning
Assessment preparation and planning of assignments 57 hours
Independent reading 140 hours
The module includes lectures, discussion, student-led presentations and workshops (90 hours), allowing for exploration of issues in considerable depth Tutor guided reading will assist in developing a broad base of professional knowledge and the skills required to make informed ethical decisions. The legal ramifications of counselling will be taught in conjunction with tutor-guided reading. Directed and self-directed reading will form part of the module to broaden theoretical knowledge and to research specific theoretical interests in greater depth.
Independent Learning
Assessment preparation and planning of assignments 57 hours
Independent reading 140 hours
Additional Assessment Details
There are TWO parts to the assessment for this module.
Summative Assessment
1. A Poster Presentation: How moral and ethical issues influence counselling practice ?
Deliver a 10 minute poster presentation demonstrating their understanding of how moral and ethical issues influence counselling practice. Making links to the BACP Ethical Framework and engage in research providing evidence to support arguments. The presentation will be followed by a 10 minute Q & A session (Weighted at 50%) (addressing LO's 3 and 4)
(Teaching block 1)
2. An ESSAY length no more than 3,000 words integrating learning from different areas of counselling and research (weighted at 50%) (addressing LO'S 1, 2 & 3)
Both elements MUST be passed in order to pass the module.
Formative Assessment
Continual assessment through tutor-led and peer group discussion and activities. There will be an opportunity to give feedback to and receive feedback from peers. Feedback from the presentation is intended to help in the preparation of the summative essay.
This module provides an in-depth knowledge of the main theoretical approaches to counselling. Theories studied include Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic, as well as social constructionist and systemic approaches. Theories are grounded within a historical context and with current research and practice. There will be significant evaluation of the similarities and differences between theories, the implications for practice and the case for and against integration of approaches.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. Students will have the opportunity to ground their practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. To develop own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.
The work within sessions incorporates elements from both course modules.
Summative Assessment
1. A Poster Presentation: How moral and ethical issues influence counselling practice ?
Deliver a 10 minute poster presentation demonstrating their understanding of how moral and ethical issues influence counselling practice. Making links to the BACP Ethical Framework and engage in research providing evidence to support arguments. The presentation will be followed by a 10 minute Q & A session (Weighted at 50%) (addressing LO's 3 and 4)
(Teaching block 1)
2. An ESSAY length no more than 3,000 words integrating learning from different areas of counselling and research (weighted at 50%) (addressing LO'S 1, 2 & 3)
Both elements MUST be passed in order to pass the module.
Formative Assessment
Continual assessment through tutor-led and peer group discussion and activities. There will be an opportunity to give feedback to and receive feedback from peers. Feedback from the presentation is intended to help in the preparation of the summative essay.
This module provides an in-depth knowledge of the main theoretical approaches to counselling. Theories studied include Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic, as well as social constructionist and systemic approaches. Theories are grounded within a historical context and with current research and practice. There will be significant evaluation of the similarities and differences between theories, the implications for practice and the case for and against integration of approaches.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. Students will have the opportunity to ground their practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. To develop own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.
The work within sessions incorporates elements from both course modules.
Indicative Content
This module provides an in-depth knowledge of the main theoretical approaches to counselling. Theories studied include Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic, as well as social constructionist and systemic approaches. Theories are grounded within a historical context and with current research and practice. There will be significant evaluation of the similarities and differences between theories, the implications for practice and the case for and against integration of approaches.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. Students will have the opportunity to ground their practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. Students are encouraged to develop their own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.
The work within sessions incorporates elements from both course modules.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. Students will have the opportunity to ground their practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. Students are encouraged to develop their own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.
The work within sessions incorporates elements from both course modules.
Special Admissions Requirements
Certificate in Counselling (minimum Level 3)
Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Web Descriptor
This module provides an in-depth knowledge of the main theoretical approaches to counselling. Theories studied include Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic, as well as social constructionist and systemic approaches. Theories are grounded within a historical context and with current research and practice. There will be significant evaluation of the similarities and differences between theories, the implications for practice and the case for and against integration of approaches.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. You will have the opportunity to ground your practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. You are encouraged to develop your own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.
A second element of this module will focus on professional issues within counselling. This will include ethical, moral and legal issues which are central to professional counselling training and practice. You will have the opportunity to ground your practical and theoretical knowledge and skills within the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework. Other professional frameworks (such as British Psychological Society regulations) and legal requirements will be evaluated, in terms of theory, research and practice. You are encouraged to develop your own moral and ethical principles based on reviews of principles and issues including confidentiality, therapeutic boundaries, ethical dilemmas and clinical supervision.