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
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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

Reading List

https://rl.talis.com/3/southwales/lists/7F225DFB-6FAC-EA91-5F1B-21564EF3F8CD.html?lang=en

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (2022) CYP Competence Framework .Available at https://www.bacp.co.uk/media/15873/bacp-cyp-competence-framework_2022.pdf

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (2020) School-based Counselling Operating Toolkit Available at: https://www.bacp.co.uk/events-and-resources/ethics-and-standards/competences-and-curricula/school-and-community-based-counselling-operating-toolkit/

Cassidy, J. & Shaver, P.R. (2016) Handbook of attachment: theory, research, and clinical applications 2nd Ed. New York: Guilford Press

Cook-Cottone, C. et al. (2019) The Elements of Counseling Children and Adolescents. Second edition. New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company.

Geldard, D. & Geldard, K. (2019) Counselling Adolescents: The Proactive Approach 5th Ed.

London: Sage.

Jenkins, P. (undated) Record Keeping,Data Protection and Access to Records. Counselling MindEd Session. Available at: https://www.minded.org.uk/Component/Details/447286https://www.minded.org.uk/Component/Details/447286

Lines, D. (2006) Brief Counselling in Schools: Working with Young People 11-18. London: Sage.

Luxmoore, N. (2008) Feeling Like Crap: Young people and the Meaning of Self-esteem London: Jessica Kingsley

McGinnis,S & Jenkins, P. (2006) Good practice guidance for counselling in schools. British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

Pattison, S. Robson, M. & Beynon, A. (2014) The Handbook of Counselling Children and Young People. London: Sage.

Punch, K.F. (2006) Developing Effective Research Proposal. Second Edition. London: Sage.

Reid, H.L. & Westergaard, J.(2011) Effective counselling with young people Exeter: Learning Matters

Sherman, L. (2014) Skills in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Young People. London: Sage