TS3S009 - Integrating Creative Approaches 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | TS3S009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Integrating Creative Approaches | ||
| 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: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| 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 develop a critical understanding of theory and evidence-base supporting the use of creative approaches in counselling and psychotherapy.
To facilitate the ability to work therapeutically with clients using a variety of creative methods and tasks.
Content Summary
Creativity drawing on Theory and Evidence:
Traditional and emerging theoretical models and frameworks for integrating creativity
New wave Cognitive Behavioural approaches
Psychoanalysis, Attachment theory, grief and loss
Developmental psychology
Neuroscience & physiological science
Qualitative, quantitative and mixed studies from a range of professional disciplines
Creative Approaches:
Creative writing and narrative work
Imagery
Dreams work
Use of photography in counselling & psychotherapy
Adapting creative approaches for online therapy
Emerging approaches from research studies and developments in creative practice
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, sessions and other learning activities arranged as part of this module.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 18 |
| Project supervision | 6 |
| Demonstration | 3 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 9 |
| Independent Study | 87 |
| Directed Study | 77 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate a critical understanding of the evidence-base which supports the use of creativity in counselling practice. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate the ability to integrate creative approaches with clients, working safely and within a pluralistic framework. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | Assessed on the output of their practice-based research projects, as planned in the EBP Module. Students will orally present their work to their peers and assessor. | 20 | N/A | 60 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Essay 1 | An essay critically reviewing the evidence supporting creativity in counselling and psychotherapy. Students will have a choice of client group and/or creative approaches within the talking therapies. | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Project 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Essay 1 | ✔ | ✘ | |