TS1D003 - Introduction to Pluralistic Practice 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | TS1D003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Introduction to Pluralistic Practice | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology and Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Module Leader: | Michael Kay | ||
| Module Team: | Anna Fox, Andrew Dale, Emma Dalgleish, Kirsten Amis, Anna Playle, Kirsty Richards | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100495 - counselling | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
To facilitate the competent use of critical reflective knowledge and skill applied to theoretically informed, professional and ethical practice.
To develop an understanding of a range of theoretical constructs and discourse required to underpin contemporary counselling practice.
To facilitate the development of a range of essential counselling skills and qualities, within a pluralistic framework of counselling theory.
Content Summary
The Pluralistic Framework:
An Integrative approach optimizing flexibility and collaboration in therapy, grounded in a clear ethical stance and set of principles.
Attitudinal Qualities:
Warmth; attunement; Person-Centred Core Conditions.
Skills:
Active attending, listening and intentional responding; focusing and therapeutic process; communicating core values; working with thoughts, behaviours and emotions; metatherapeutic communication and shared decision making.
Theory:
Pluralistic practice and integration.
Introduction to theory and values of Person-Centred, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural therapy.
Social justice – inclusivity, diversity and difference in the provision of counselling and psychotherapy
Professional Practice:
Contracting, assessing risk and safeguarding and Legislation.
Sociocultural and Social Justice competence.
Orientation Placement (minimum 40 hours).
*In order to meet the Professional Practice criteria for the course it is a requirement that you attend and actively participate in at least 80% of all timetabled lectures, meetings and other learning activities arranged as part of this module.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 15 |
| Demonstration | 2 |
| Independent Study | 208 |
| Directed Study | 102 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 54 |
| Groupwork | 10 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 9 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evaluate or reflect on the use of therapeutic qualities and skills to give an applied understanding of counselling theory, skills and ethical knowledge. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the philosophy and theoretical principles of counselling theories. |
| LO3 | Demonstrate use of therapeutic qualities and skills, underpinned by theoretical principles, to develop and maintain an effective therapeutic relationship. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Student Choice 1 | An essay or prepared oral presentation (with audio commentary), demonstrating understanding of counselling theory. | 15 | 2000 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | A reflective critique showing an informed understanding of their skills, qualities & ethical awareness developed over the duration of their practice. | 0 | 2000 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | Skills Assessment: A 30-minute recorded practice from a choice of 5 of the most recent practice sessions. | 30 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Student Choice 1 | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |