Study Guide

Objective

• you are familiar with counselling theory and different perspectives on counselling
• you know how to counsel different clients and client groups systematically and in a goal-oriented way
• you know how to apply different counselling approaches and methods

Content

• counselling as a basic work method of social service professionals
• a solution- and resource-oriented approach
• a systemic approach
• motivating clients to change with the help of motivating discussion
• counselling in electric environments

Content scheduling

27.3.2023: 9-11.30 Orientation, course goals and forming groups on Salo Campus. Counselling as a basic working method for bachelors of social services. Different counselling approaches (theories) and counselling methods (empowerment-based methods). Meeri Rusi ja Kaija Penttala
3.4.2023: 10-12.30 Different counselling approaches and counselling methods continues (systemic approach). Motivational interview.
ti 11.4.2023: 9-14 How to counsel individuals - exercises (independent work)
17.4.2023 10.00-12.00 Roles in a group and the group development process. Communication skills as a part of group counselling. Kaija Penttala
12.45-15.30 Online counselling. Meeri Rusi
24.4.2023: 9-14 Group counselling exercises (independent work).
8.4.2023: 9-14 Presentations
15.5.2023: 10-12.00 Group exam

Evaluation scale

H-5