Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Supporting stories of change: using narrative ideas and practices in stammering therapy

This workshop introduces you to the theory underpinning narrative ways of working. You will learn about key narrative ideas and practices including, externalising, re-authoring, listening for alternative storylines and develop skills in narrative questioning. The approach is relevant for therapists working with a range of client groups. Application to different client groups will be discussed.

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Key course information

Date
10/02/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
1 week

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £60^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
XS509*

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2578

Course outline

What is the course about?

This practical workshop introduces you to the theory underpinning narrative ways of working and provides a good introduction to key narrative practices. The approach is relevant for therapists working with a range of client groups. Application to different client groups will be discussed.

What topics will we cover?

- Introduction to the theory underpinning narrative therapy:
- Looking at the way in which the broader social context affects and shapes people’s lives
- Eternalising’ conversations: the person is the person, the problem is the problem
- Listening for ‘sparkling moments’ (alternative narratives)
- Re-authoring’ conversations: working collaboratively and respectfully to re-author the stories of people’s lives
- Narrative questioning: asking questions that make a difference.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Identify 2 key influences of narrative therapy
- Recognise and reflect on how the social context affects and shapes people’s lives and the stories they tell
- Practice ‘externalising’ conversations
- Identify ‘sparkling moments’ i.e.openings to alternative narratives
- Demonstrate an appreciation of how narrative questioning and re-storying can re-shape clients’ relationships with problems
- Explain how narrative ideas and practices can be used to support speech therapy.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

The course is for qualified speech & language therapists working with a range of client groups. To access the course you will need to be able to relate the topics being taught to your own experience and practice. You will also give and receive feedback. Before joining the class you will need to speak to one of the Speech Therapy team.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

There will be a large experiential component to the course as well as some theoretical input and practical sessions. Stories of therapeutic conversations with adults who stammer, DVDs, transcripts and therapeutic documents will be shared. Handouts will be used.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no additional costs although you might choose to purchase books from the suggested reading list.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions. You will need to either e-mail or speak to a member of the speech therapy team before enrolling on the course. Please call 020 7492 2578 or mail to speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk.

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?

Other speech therapy professional training courses / workshops.

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 2578

speechtherapy@citylit.ac.uk

Please contact us by phone, email or letter if you would like to discuss any of the courses, or to arrange a pre-enrolment advice session where necessary.

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