Apply counselling therapies to address a range of client issues

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver CHCCSL506A, 'Apply counselling therapies to address a range of client issues'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Use techniques from a range of counselling therapies

1.1 Apply knowledge of at least five counselling therapies

1.2 Identify the applications, benefits and limitations of common counselling therapies in the context of own work role

1.3 Demonstrate the application of counselling techniques and processes from these therapies

1.4 Combine counselling techniques and processes from different therapies in an effective way

2. Confirm suitability of counselling techniques in specific situations

2.1 Clarify specific client needs and issues and agreed desired changes to be addressed, including analysis of client's developmental status and response to change

2.2 Identify application and limitations of identified counselling techniques in addressing client needs, issues and goals

2.3 Identify client and counsellor roles in therapeutic process in relation to a range of counselling techniques

2.4 Identify own level of comfort and/or issues in relation to using identified counselling techniques

2.5 Select most appropriate counselling technique/s for application in identified situations

3. Apply counselling techniques to address specific client issues and/or needs

3.1 Demonstrate appropriate and effective use of counselling techniques in assisting clients to deal with a range of issues

3.2 Use counselling skills appropriately in the context of each counselling modality and technique

3.3 Explain rationale for using specific techniques and evaluate effectiveness of the technique in context

3.4 Review own role as counsellor and in applying each technique and identify areas for improvement and/or changes in approach for the future

3.5 Identify indicators of client issues requiring referral and report or refer appropriately, in line with organisation requirements


Qualifications and Skillsets

CHCCSL506A appears in the following qualifications:

  • CHC70208 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Community Services Practice (Client assessment and case management)
  • CHC51708 - Diploma of Counselling
  • CHC70108 - Vocational Graduate Certificate in Community Services Practice (Statutory child protection)
  • CHC51712 - Diploma of Counselling