PY3104 - Counselling Principles and Practice for Diverse Environments

The objective of this subject is to provide students with a systematic introduction to the theory and practice of counselling in a multicultural society. Informed by a multicultural counselling perspective students will explore mechanisms for engaging with issues related to culture and diversity when working with clients from different cultural backgrounds.

Learning Outcomes

• evaluate ethical and legal issues as they relate to professional counselling practice;
• discuss a range of philosophical and theoretical approaches to counselling culturally diverse populations;
• demonstrate knowledge and practice of the basic microskills necessary for counsellors.

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Case study analysis - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Self-reflection task - (10%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (30%) - Individual.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.