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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Health in Social Science : Counselling Studies

Postgraduate Course: Continuing Professional Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy (CNST11055)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Health in Social Science CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaCounselling Studies Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThis course provides the opportunity for experienced practitioners to undertake an advanced exploration and analysis of a key practice theme with reference to their own clinical practice. In relation to their chosen focus, they will be required to examine current debates, key contemporary concepts and research themes and issues.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?Yes
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students should have:-

- an in-depth theoretical and practice-based understanding of one key theme arising in their counselling practice
- the capacity to identify, conceptualise and analyse a thematic case study drawing on the student's own clinical work
- the capacity to plan and independently implement an individualised study programme in relation to a key practice them of their choice.
Assessment Information
One 4,000 to 5,000 word essay on a topic of the student's choice, guided through regular supervision. Students will critically reflect on a practice theme, drawing on their own practice development and integrating relevant research and literature
Special Arrangements
None
Additional Information
Academic description Not entered
Syllabus Not entered
Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
Study Pattern Not entered
KeywordsNot entered
Contacts
Course organiserMr Seamus Prior
Tel: (0131 6)51 6599
Email: Seamus.Prior@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMiss Sue Larsen
Tel: (0131 6)51 6671
Email: Sue.Larsen@ed.ac.uk
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