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CNSK 1509: Personal and Professional Development
Effective date
January 2024
Department
Counselling Skills
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course integrates theory and practice learned throughout the program to enable students to be effective, responsible, and professional practitioners in the field of social services.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
CNSK 1502.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate ethical and respectful behavior in professional settings
- Apply effective and professional communication skills in complex interactions with diverse populations within the field of social services
- Identify and apply relevant legislation and codes of professional practice
- Engage in ongoing reflection and self-care practice to support personal and professional development
- Acknowledge the ethical implications when working with individuals with trauma
- Recognize how personal values, beliefs, and biases impact decisions and behaviours as a professional in diverse settings
- Demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning and professional development
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: Challenge Exam, Demonstration, Interview, or External Evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 36
Total Hours: 36
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, videos, group discussion/work, reflective writing, readings, peer and instructor feedback, case studies and ethical dilemmas.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
20 |
Ethical Dilemma Case Study #1 |
|
Assignments |
35 |
Ethical Dilemma Case Study #2 |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
Open or closed book |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Journal |
|
Participation |
10 |
Professionalism |
Course topics
- • Values, beliefs and assumptions (individual and professional) • Ethical decision-making • Codes of ethics • Provincial and federal legislation • Impacts of systemic and historic oppression • Ethical boundaries in professional relationships • Trauma-informed practice and working with clients • Self-care plans
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.