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Relationship Counselling unit (KHA619)

Introduction

This unit focuses on the issues and challenges, both in theory and practice, of working with clients in the context of their intimate personal relationships. Students will have the opportunity to develop their thinking and skills in working systemically with more than one person. Introductory material will provide a framework for thinking about relationships and family of origin and will introduce students to various theoretical approaches to working with families and couples. This unit will emphasise the development of skills associated with working with families and couples facing particular challenges and problems through exploring practical counselling interventions.

Summary

Unit name Relationship Counselling
Unit code KHA619
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Psychological Sciences
Discipline Psychology
Coordinator Doctor Amy Washington
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Sustainable Development Goals

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Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the theoretical constructs that underpin relationship counselling, including and the exploration of interrelationships between the individual, the family system, and the wider system.
  • Evaluate a range of issues impacting on couples and families, that can influence the counselling process.
  • Apply evidence based skills in working with couples and families.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Concurrent Prerequisites

KHA501

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Two 3hr online workshops per semester and 3hrs of independent learning (self directed learning activities) per week

AssessmentPractice Skills log sheet|Discussion Board Participation (20%)|Case Scenario and Reflection Task (40%)|Case Study Analysis (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

All required readings are available via the reading list for this unit. This can be accessed via MyLO.

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