Counselling Theory and Skills

GENC5003

The aim of this unit of study is to provide students with an overview of counselling theory including Psychoanalytic Theory, Systems Theory, and Cognitive Behaviour Theory. The unit will provide an introduction to the development of counseling skills underpinned by these theories in the context of genetic counselling. Client-centred counselling and Rogerian techniques will be demonstrated and practiced under supervision during role plays. Strategies for the communication of risk will be developed and available tools to assist will be reviewed.

Unit of study details

Unit of study level: Postgraduate

Credit points: 6

Commencing semesters: 1

Further unit of study information

Unit of study handbook: GENC5003

Costs and scholarships information: Costs and Scholarships

Final dates to withdraw from units of study: Census Dates

Available for study abroad and exchange: No

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