SSW302 - Principles of Counselling

Subject Title
Principles of Counselling

Subject Description
This final course in the Social Service Methods series is a further development of SSW 101 and SSW 202. Emphasis is placed on needs assessment and intake skills, stages of the counselling process, and problem solving counselling interventions.

In SSW202, Interviewing for Human Services, students were introduced to the basic tools of direct intervention; specifically the informational and helping interview. In SSW302, students are introduced to the process of helping client?s problem solve.

Credit Status
One credit in the Social Service Worker Program

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Distinguish personal character traits and counsellor attitudes
that may enhance or compromise service to the client

2. Use reformulation technique in the counselling interview.

3. Clearly state the client's presenting problems.

4. Illustrate effective problem solving competencies with client.

5. Identify appropriate referrals for a Social Service Worker
intervention with the client.

6. Complete comprehensive case notes and accurate client-progress
records.

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.