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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Critically analyse the nature , aims and effectiveness and explore the theoretical foundations of psychodynamic, person centered, cognitive- behavioural, and systemic theories. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Describe the origins and development of counselling and psychotherapy 2. Articulate the central tenant's of psychodynamic, humanistis, cognitive-behavioural, and systemic appproaches 3. Engage in critical evaluation of such perspectives | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Syllabus. Access module (1) is designed to prepare students to apply for the Graduate Diploma in Counselling/ Psychotherapeutic Practice by orientating them to the evolution of counselling and introducing them to the major theoretical forces associated with counselling and psychotherapy.. The emphasis in this module is to gain a fundamental understanding of significant theoretical paradigms in the counselling field. From an academic perspective students will be orientated into academic study techniques and support systems.. This module will include lectures on. The historical evolution of counselling. Counselling in contemporary society. The evolution of psychodynamic theory. The emergence of person centered theory. The development of cognitive- behavioural theory. The basis of systemic theory. Critical analysis. Academic writing skills. Examination techniques.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| CCOU | Introduction to Counselling - Access | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for NS444 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of Last Revision | 24-NOV-08 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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