Ways into working with couples
What is it that brings two people together, keeps them together or splits them asunder? Learn about the principles and practice of working with couples. Aimed at professionals with experience of working therapeutically. Visit course page on our website to download an application form. This course is aimed at counsellors, other helping professionals and trainees. It is not aimed at people seeking help for the specific course subjects.
Key course information
Dates
10/10/11 - 12/12/11
Day(s)
Mon
Duration
10 weeks
Time
18:30 - 21:30
Fees
Full fee: £240
Senior fee: £240
Concession: £79
Venue
KS - Keeley Street
Course code
PT542
Availability
This course has finished
This course has finished
Still got questions?
counselling@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2530
Course outline
What is the course about?
This course offers the opportunity to understand couple relationships and to begin to engage with the fundamental elements of counselling practice relevant to working with couples. Students will explore how couple relationships begin and become established. The course will also examine factors in the development of relationship problems and possible breakdown of the relationship. A well-established model for couple counselling will be explored in detail. In addition students will engage in role-play practice to gain experience of facing the couple in difficulty, practise particular skills to help them, and reflect on the process in a supportive setting.
What topics will we cover?
Relationship as a system
Choice of partners – accident or fate
Projection and bonding patterns
Stages of relationship
Couples in collision
Power & vulnerability
Same sex counselling
The triangular relationship
Skills development & practice.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
Reflect on the core theory to couple counselling
Use a range of skills to engage with the ‘couple system’
Link theoretical understanding to practice
Clarify ethics and standards of practice in couple counselling.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is for practising individual counsellors and therapists; those working in the helping professions with relevant experience; and students of counselling who are approaching the end of their professional training. The course does not offer a qualification in couple counselling.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The course will consist of a mix of theory, experiential learning and skills practice. You will be asked to keep a reflective journal for the duration of the course. This will be reviewed by the tutor for your own benefit as well as to give the tutor feedback on your learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
None.
Recommended reading list (but not a requirement):
Duffell N & Lovendal H: Sex, Love and the Dangers of Intimacy
Thorsons 2002
Scarf M: Intimate Partners Ballantine Books 1992
Stone H & Stone S: Embracing Each Other New World Library 1989
Stone H & Stone S: Partnering New World Library 2000.
Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?
This course requires the completion of an application form.
What feedback will I get?
You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.
How will I be able to give my views on the course?
Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.
How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?
You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
The tutor will guide you to other relevant courses both at City Lit and elsewhere.
General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.
Who can I contact for further information?
Tel: 020 7492 2530
counselling@citylit.ac.ukDrop-in course advice (term-time only) Tuesdays 13.30 - 14.30 (please ask at the Department Enquiry Desk).
To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.
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