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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is an advanced unit designed to extend and deepen student knowledge of theory and practical skills for implementation. Building on the first three Master of Counselling units (Foundations of Counselling, Theories and Techniques of Counselling; and Role of the Counsellor), this unit provides students with opportunities to translate theory into practice through face-to-face simulated sessions. Students will be required to attend a compulsory three day on-site intensive, where they will practice core micro-skills of counselling, critically reflect on practice and self-evaluate their professional development. It is anticipated that successful completion of this unit will equip students with the skills to transition effectively into their professional field placement.
Students undertake this unit in an accelerated delivery mode over 6 weeks. Students must attend a three-day on site intensive.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | Critical analysis of session processes | 30% |
| Practicum | Transcript demonstrating clinical competencies | 40% |
| Exercise | Self-reflection on personal development and readiness for professional field placement | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is an advanced unit designed to extend and deepen student knowledge of theory and practical skills for implementation. Building on the first three Master of Counselling units (Foundations of Counselling, Theories and Techniques of Counselling; and Role of the Counsellor), this unit provides students with opportunities to translate theory into practice through face-to-face simulated sessions. Students will be required to attend a compulsory three day on-site intensive, where they will practice core micro-skills of counselling, critically reflect on practice and self-evaluate their professional development. It is anticipated that successful completion of this unit will equip students with the skills to transition effectively into their professional field placement.
Students undertake this unit in an accelerated delivery mode over 6 weeks. Students must attend a three-day on site intensive.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | Critical analysis of session processes | 30% |
| Practicum | Transcript demonstrating clinical competencies | 40% |
| Exercise | Self-reflection on personal development and readiness for professional field placement | 30% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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