TS2S008 - Counselling Adolescents and Young People 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | TS2S008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Counselling Adolescents and Young People | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology and Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Module Leader: | Anna Fox | ||
| Module Team: | Anna Fox, Kirsten Amis, Andrew Dale, Michael Kay, Anna Playle, Kirsty Richards, Helen Tennant | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| 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 build upon the theoretical, ethical and systemic knowledge necessary to create a safe and effective framework for working with young people.
To demonstrate ability to establish and maintain a safe and therapeutic relationship using age-appropriate counselling skills and resources within a pluralistic framework with a young client.
Content Summary
Theory:
The impact of attachments on adolescent relating styles and identity development. Systems Theory.
Adolescent Development e.g. Jung and symbolism, Erikson identity formation.
Ethics and the law e.g. the rights of the child, autonomy versus capacity, safeguarding II.
Working with other organisations and agencies e.g. Education, Social Services.
Information Sharing.
Cultural Competence and awareness of how culture and diversity can influence development.
Skills:
Maintaining the therapeutic alliance with young people
Contracting and risk assessment.
Exploration and reviewing including the use of outcome measures.
Working with issues e.g. anxiety around school work, relationship problems, identity issues, self-esteem.
Ending the therapeutic relationship.
The use of verbal and non-verbal media/symbolism
*In order to meet the Professional Practice criteria for the course it is a requirement that you attendand 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 | 8 |
| Demonstration | 6 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 6 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 84 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 4 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse the evidence which informs a working model for safe and effective therapeutic work with young people, incorporating relevant theories, research, law and protocols. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate and reflect on the ability to use counselling skills to engage and work safely and effectively with adolescents and young people. |
Module Requisites
| Code | Title | Requisite Type |
|---|---|---|
| MOD013291 | Introduction to Counselling Children | pre-requisite |
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | Skills Assessment & evaluative written reflection on use of skills. | 0 | 1500 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Essay 1 | An academic written piece of work demonstrating knowledge and understanding of theory, research, law and protocols which guide the creation of a safe and effective working model for counselling young people. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Essay 1 | ✔ | ✘ | |