Overview

This unit will enable you to develop knowledge and skills in counselling groups and individual members in a group. You will understand the role and strengths of group counselling to assist clients in diverse settings, such as school, community, and rehabilitation centres. Specific topics include group dynamics and processes, group … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Rachel Ting

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Rachel Ting

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

understand the suitability and strengths of group therapy

2.

apply diverse theories of group dynamics and interpersonal roles in leading group counselling processes

3.

demonstrate the documentation skills for professional group counselling

4.

identify the challenges and ethical issues associated with group counselling

5.

develop sensitivity to the multicultural nature of group counselling in Malaysia

6.

reflect on how to be an effective group counsellor.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

Critical analysis (1600 words or equivalent)
Documenting and reflecting on group process (2400 words or equivalent)

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Availability in areas of study

Counselling