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CNSK 1502: Foundations of Counselling 

Effective date

January 2024 

Department

Counselling Skills 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

This course introduces students to professional practice in the helping role, and builds awareness of the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to be an effective support worker to meet diverse needs in diverse contexts. Through theory, practice, discussion, experiential learning, and reflection, students will develop understanding of, and appreciation for, guiding values in the support field.  

Credits

3.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
 

Instructional Strategies

Lecture, videos, small/large group discussion/work, reflective exercises, reflective writing, case studies, readings, guest speakers  

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

20 

Self-awareness assessments (pre- and post-) 

Assignments 

20 

Wellness assignment and/or presentation 

Portfolio 

20 

Portfolio 

Assignments 

15 

Reflection 

Quizzes/Tests 

10 

In-class or take-home 

Participation 

15 

Participation and professionalism 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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