Courses & Units
Working with Children and Young People KHA618
Introduction
In this unit students will explore issues related to counselling with children and adolescents. Consideration is given to developmental issues, attachment, disorders of childhood and adolescence, chronic illness and disability. Strategies for intervention will also be addressed including engaging children in therapy and the therapeutic needs of children and adolescents facing specific problems. Child protection issues will also be explored. This unit is designed to equip students with basic knowledge with regard to child and adolescent functioning and practical skills for the delivery of child and adolescent counselling models.
Summary
| Unit name | Working with Children and Young People |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KHA618 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Ms Tara Davis |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the theories of child development and normal development trajectories
- Identify common disorders of childhood and adolescence
- Evaluate the process of attachment in children and its role in development
- Evaluate the impact of the experience of trauma and illness on development
- Implement the knowledge and skills for engaging children and adolescents in therapy
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061700 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,324.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Concurrent Prerequisites
KHA501Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Two x 3hr workshops per semester and 3hrs of independent learning (self directed learning activities) per week |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Case Scenario and Skills Task (20%)|Case study analysis/Essay (40%)|Child Attachment Scenario and Short Answer Questions (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
All reading materials will be provided via the Reading list on MyLO. There are no required texts for this unit. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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