Advanced Counselling Skills
Level 3
 
Title of learning programme Advanced Counselling Skills Programme
Programme level 3
Duration of learning programme 11 weeks x 10 hours*
Total number of learning hours per programme 110**

* Unlike traditional schools, colleges or universities, there are no terms, semesters, or specified intake dates for our uniquely flexible distance education courses. Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can enrol on any day and at any time of the year. This allows our students the freedom to plan their studies to fit in with their lifestyle or work commitments.

** Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Course Introduction – Philosophy and Design
2

Effective Communication
3

Motivational Interview and Dynamics of Recovery
4

Dealing with Denial
5

Working with the Family
6

Marital Counselling
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 – Course Introduction – Philosophy and Design.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce and discuss the philosophy and design of counselling
LO2   Summarise the following:
  • Eclecticism
  • Integration
LO3   Analyse how a psycho-social tradition is perceived
LO4   Evaluate what is represented by psycho-social approach
 

Module 2 - Effective Communication.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss your understanding of communication giving its categories and purposes
LO2   Examine what communication is used for
LO3   Analyse the two areas of communication
LO4   Explain when you would use empathy
 

Module 3 - Motivational Interview and Dynamics of Recovery.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine processes to assist your client in decision making and effecting changes in his life
LO2   Discuss the contemplation stage
LO3   Summarise your understanding of the term ‘relapse’
 

Module 4 - Dealing with Denial.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Describe the various aspects of denial and show how it manifests itself
LO2   List the different levels in Valliant’s hierarchy of defences
LO3   Discuss the purpose of denial
LO4   Identify the appropriate time to use hard confrontation
 

Module 5 - Working with the Family.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1 Analyse the role that family members play in the counselling process
LO2   Discuss how the absence of the “key member” can be beneficial in a counselling session
LO3   Identify three types of “joining”
 

Module 6 - Marital Counselling.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss marital counselling and show the importance of communication
LO2   Define the causes of marital crises
LO3   Evaluate what is achieved by the giving and receiving of feedback

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