Registry
Module Specifications
Archived Version 2021 - 2022
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School |
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Online Module Resources
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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| Compatibles |
None
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| Incompatibles |
None
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Description
This module provides an overview of counselling and psychotherapy drawing on a range of theoretical models and discussing their application to practice
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Learning Outcomes
1. 1. Discuss the nature and diversity of contemporary counselling and psychotherapy
2. Critically appraise the philosophical positions of psychodynamic, cognitive- behavioural, humanistic and systemic theories.
3. Appraise the process of counselling and psychotherapy from the perspective of ‘beginnings’, ‘middles’ and ‘endings’.
4. Analyse and critically examine the core characteristics associated with an effective therapist from the humanistic (person –centred) approach i.e. empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the precursory communication skills relevant to establishing a sound therapeutic relationship, such as active listening, physical and
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
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Hours |
Description |
| Lecture | 24 | No Description | | Group work | 12 | No Description | | Independent Study | 89 | No Description | | Total Workload: 125 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities
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| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | % | Examination Weight | % |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
None
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Programme or List of Programmes
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